Jensen JP20 160-Watt DC-to-AC Power Inverter

by Recoton

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.1 x 1.8 inches ; 1.7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00005LACD
• Item model number: JP-20
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (47 customer reviews)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Designed for any car, RV, or boat equipped with a cigarette lighter, the Jensen JP20 power inverter is an ideal device for drivers who need to entertain kids on long road trips or passengers who can't leave their work at home. The inverter works simply: just plug in an AC appliance, such as a small 13-inch TV or laptop computer, into the single AC outlet, and then connect the JP20's cigarette adapter into your vehicle's 12-volt DC port. Once connected, you can enjoy the benefits of any portable AC appliance while on the road, provided it doesn't consume more than 160 watts of continuous power (or 300 watts of peak power).

Product Description

Recoton is a global leader in the development and marketing of consumer electronic accessories, audio products and video gaming products. Recoton's more than 4, 000 products include highly functional accessories for audio, video, car audio, camcorder, multi-media/computer, home office and cellular and standard telephone products, as well as 900MHz wireless technology products. The JP-20 single-outlet 160W DC to AC Power Inverter allows AC operation from car, RV or boat cigarette lighter.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works Great!, March 20, 2006

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The Dave "Mr. Guy" (New York, NY) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Jensen JP20 160-Watt DC-to-AC Power Inverter (Electronics)

Took it on a weeklong roadtrip in a 12 passenger van. Plugged it right into a cigarette lighter, then plugged in a Belkin powerstrip with 8 plugs (not grounded of course). Worked perfectly to charge several mobile phones, AA rechargeable batteries for a digital camera, a playstation portable, iPods, and a laptop, all at the same time in many instances. Very convenient when you don't have access to a power outlet on the road on a regular basis. Would highly recommend this instead of spending and keeping track of multiple cigarette adapters for portable gadgets.

On a side note, just to be on the safe side, I'd use the high battery drain devices only when the engine is running (laptop/tv/dvd). The product does claim to have safety measures against leaving you stranded with a dead car battery, but better safe than sorry!

28 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works Great - Highly Recommended, November 26, 2005

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C. Corson "gobucks88" (Columbus, OH USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Jensen JP20 160-Watt DC-to-AC Power Inverter (Electronics)

I purchased this for various uses in our mini-van (DVD players, satellite radio, etc). It has performed flawlessly with no issues. It does not get hot (as others do) and operates quietly (as other products don't).

Another strong feature is the fact that the fuse is a standard auto fuse which is VERY easy to find. Other products contain fuses which cause you to do massive searches on the internet to find a replacement.

I highly recommend this product.

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great alternative, June 6, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Jensen JP20 160-Watt DC-to-AC Power Inverter (Electronics)

I used to have an AC outlet in my old car; now that I have a new one I thought my days of sitting back driving and letting the kids watch movies was over. Not so with this item. It provides enough power to run my 13 inch tv. I've had it for a month and I haven't had any problems with it. I recommend it to anyone seeking to put an outlet in their car; for just about any device.