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Xantrex Technologies 851-0400 XPower Plus 400-Watt Inverter

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4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (133 customer reviews)


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Product Features

  • 400-watt inverter for converting DC to AC power
  • Power electronic gear and appliances while on the road
  • Conveniently plugs into car cigarette lighter
  • Automatically detects low-vehicle battery to avoid depletion
  • Measures 5.9-by-4.1-by-2.2 inches; weighs 2.4 pounds; 1-year warranty

Product Details

Product Manual [599kb PDF]
  • Product Dimensions: 5.9 x 4.1 x 2.2 inches ; 4.3 pounds
  • Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
  • Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
  • ASIN: B0001DVQNG
  • Item model number: 851-0400
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (133 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #6,579 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)
    #56 in  Patio, Lawn & Garden > Mowers & Outdoor Power > Generators & Portable Power > Power Inverters
  • Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

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Power your electronic devices when you're on the road with the Xantrex XPower Plus 400-Watt Inverter. The smallest 400-watt power inverter on the market, this handy device plugs directly into your car, truck, van, RV, or boat's lighter socket to convert power from your vehicle's battery into standard utility power. And with dual three-prong outlets, this in-vehicle power inverter lets you simultaneously run or recharge multiple devices, such as cell phones, camcorders, handheld gaming devices, stereos, laptops, TVs, and DVD players.

The Xantrex XPower Plus 400-Watt Inverter
At a Glance:
  • Quiet alternative to generators
  • In-car power inversion for use during transit
  • 320 watts of continuous power with 600-watt surge capacity for safe, consistent power
  • Dual 3-prong grounded 120-volt AC outlets for running multiple electronics
  • Automatic shutdown protects against overheating and overloads


This in-vehicle inverter lets you turn your ride into a mobile office or entertainment center.
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Quieter and more compact than a generator, this powerful tool can run multiple devices at once.
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Power Your Electronics in Any Automobile
Plug the XPower Plus 400 into your vehicle's 12-volt lighter socket and turn your ride into a mobile office or entertainment center. This power inverter incorporates high-frequency technology to convert power from your vehicle's battery (12-volt DC) into standard utility power (115-volt AC, 60 Hz), so you can power your laptop to get some work done on the road--without draining your expensive computer battery--or plug in a TV or DVD player to keep the kids entertained on a long trip. This versatile gadget gives you options for keeping informed, up to date, or entertained anywhere, and it's a perfect companion for camping, beach trips, and tailgates.

Built-In Features for Convenience and Safety
The XPower Plus 400's dual three-prong grounded AC outlets give you the ability to simultaneously power multiple devices, such as cell phones, camcorders, stereos, laptops, and TVs. And with 320 watts of continuous power and a 600-watt surge capacity, this power inverter even has DC terminals so it can be directly connected to your car, RV, or boat battery to support higher AC loads.

For protection, an integrated automatic shutdown prevents overloads, overheating, and low/high battery conditions. The inverter also senses low battery voltage so you never have to worry about completely draining your batteries. An added bonus, the XPower Plus 400's operates quietly, so you can enjoy on-demand AC power in your car without giving up your peace and quiet or drowning out your favorite tunes.Lightweight and portable, this power inverter measures 5.88 x 4.12 x 2.25 inches (LxWxH) and weighs one pound, six ounces. The Xantrex XPower Plus 400 is covered by a one-year warranty.

About Xantrex
Xantrex Technology Inc. (xantrex.com), a subsidiary of Schneider Electric, is a world leader in the development, manufacturing and marketing of advanced power electronic products and systems for the renewable and mobile power markets. The company's products convert and control raw electrical power from any central, distributed, renewable, or backup power source into high-quality power required by electronic equipment and the electricity grid. Xantrex is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, with facilities in the United States, Germany and Spain, and a joint venture in China.

What's in the Box
In-car power inverter.


Plug it into your car, truck, van, RV, or boat's lighter socket to power everything from DVD players to handheld gaming devices.

Amazon.com

The Xantrex Technologies XPower Plus 400-watt inverter provides portable power for trucks, RVs, boats, and minivans. By plugging the inverter directly into your vehicle’s 12-volt cigarette lighter, you can turn your vehicle into a mobile office and operate devices such as a 27-inch TV or 20-inch TV/DVD combo, a camcorder, and a laptop computer. This compact, lightweight unit automatically senses low battery voltage so you never have to worry about a depleted battery. It's a quiet alternative to noisy, gas-powered generators; it will provide hours of emergency power during snowstorms or blackouts. The high-efficiency design transfers 90-percent of the battery's power to your equipment, providing 400 watts for 5 minutes, 600 watts surge for easy startups, and 300 watts continuous power for operating appliances. An automatic shutdown mechanism protects against overload, over-temperature and low battery conditions. The inverter is equipped with two 3-prong grounded AC outlets, a DC outlet and hardwire applications. The durable plastic unit is 5.9-by-4.1-by-2.2 inches in size and just 2.4 pounds in weight. It is covered by a 1-year warranty.

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100 of 105 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Don't buy this if you are planning to use for cordless tool charging, June 3, 2006
By Vermont Woodworker (Northern New England) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Xantrex Technologies 851-0400 XPower Plus 400-Watt Inverter (Lawn & Patio)
This item works as advertised, but it is a modified sine wave inverter. If you are planning on using it to charge cordless tool batteries---don't. The owners manual contains a caution about using with cordless tool chargers (such as Dewalt). Do a quick Internet search on "cordless tools" and "modified sine wave inverter" to confirm whether your tool is effected. Some other items that may not work well are appliances with clocks, microwaves, etc. Be sure you understand the limitations of a modified sine wave inverter.
For those smaller appliances that will run on modified sine wave, this item works well.
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73 of 77 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Get the 700 watter, October 24, 2005
By Kevin Garrett (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Xantrex Technologies 851-0400 XPower Plus 400-Watt Inverter (Lawn & Patio)
Real nice unit, but I wish I had bought the Xantrex 700 watt unit instead. For instance, I have a small auto vacuum that need 6 amps. This unit won't handle it. This unit can attach to the cigarette lighter or directly to the battery. The 700 watt unit skips the lighter input -- fine with me but maybe not with you. If you need lighter input then get the 400 watt unit. I will say that the inverter is well built and designed. I like the fact that the power input leads are attached via screw posts. This lets you modify it as needed, for instance if you needed longer leads, you could make your own and not have to kludge it.
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60 of 63 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Very useful, November 16, 2003
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We bought this power inverter to power our daughters nebulizer and a t.v. and playstation for the kids on road trips. The only problem we had with it is when your using over 150 watts power you are supposed to hardwire it. That requires additional wiring. Other than that it is an excellent product at an excellent price!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars good value
works as advertised it does what is is supposed to do for the price, you can hear the fan, but with an music or tv it is not noticeable, low battery auto shut off works very fast
Published 6 months ago by Leonard Orlandini

5.0 out of 5 stars I bought this primarily to use my laptop in the car and....
It works perfectly. I noticed someone saying it did not work and I wanted others to know that it does work and works well. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Octfcu

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Published 6 months ago by tradewinds780

1.0 out of 5 stars Does not provide enough power for laptop without the car engine running.
I tried using this inverter on both a sedan and a mini-van. It cannot even provide the needed power for a single laptop. I must have the engine running in order to use it. Read more
Published 6 months ago by SL

5.0 out of 5 stars Does what it should - It converts!!
Very happy with this unit. It powered my laptop without any issues on a recent 2000 mile trip. Also came in handy for a few other little things. Read more
Published 7 months ago by W. Flower

3.0 out of 5 stars OK product
Product runs quiet. The first unit blew fuses, replacement product shipped immediately (Thanks AMAZON). Works as advertised.
Published 7 months ago by JK from OK

3.0 out of 5 stars Good for light use.
Handy product to have for long car trips. Worked great for powering one laptop but could not handle two laptops at one time. Read more
Published 8 months ago by S. Hettrick

5.0 out of 5 stars T Garza
This product comes very handy when you are on vacation. We use it quite a bit and arrive in excellent condition and faster than expected.
Published 8 months ago by Thaimy Garza

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Laptop computers Really 300 Watts Max.
300 watts is 2.5 amps.It does what it says it will.It isn't made for power drills,vacuum cleaners,or air compressors. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Bellingham Customer

5.0 out of 5 stars Worked without issues
Bought this to keep a power-hungry gaming laptop in juice for an 8-hour car drive (I drove, the kids played...). Read more
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