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Anker SOLIX C300 Portable Power Station

Portable electronics and light backup loads

Choose the C300 for electronics and light loads when 288Wh, 300W continuous AC output and a 9.1-pound body are enough. The advertised 600W SurgePad mode has device restrictions, and solar input is limited to 100W with specific panel-compatibility requirements.

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Published specifications

  • 288Wh LiFePO4 battery
  • 300W continuous AC output; special SurgePad mode for compatible devices rated up to 600W
  • Eight total output ports
  • Up to 100W solar input
  • Under-10 ms UPS function
  • 9.1 lb net weight

Fit and limits

Strengths

  • Compact size and 9.1-pound weight
  • Two-way USB-C charging up to 140W is listed
  • Five-year warranty is stated on the product page

Caveats

  • 300W output excludes common high-draw appliances
  • Solar input is limited to 100W and not every Anker panel is compatible
  • Car and solar charging accessories may require separate purchases

Who this compact model suits

This model suits phones, laptops, cameras, lights and other electronics when 288Wh of capacity and 300W of continuous AC output cover the load. Its 9.1-pound weight and eight total ports make it easier to move than a 1 kWh station. The advertised 600W figure is SurgePad mode, not a general continuous-output rating; the manual excludes precision devices and equipment with strict voltage requirements from that mode, and says it does not work while charging with AC output on.

Recharge and solar limits

Anker claims an 80% wall recharge in 50 minutes and lists a 100W maximum solar input. The US guide specifies an XT-60 solar connection and an 11V-to-28V input range. Solar/car input and bidirectional USB-C input cannot be used simultaneously. The product page excludes several larger or low-voltage Anker panels, so confirm the current compatibility list before buying solar equipment.

Backup and included-equipment checks

The maker lists a transfer time under 10 ms, but connected equipment still needs to tolerate that interruption. The box includes the C300, an AC charging cable, safety instructions, warranty card and manual; a carrying strap and some alternate charging accessories are separate purchases.

Primary sources

  1. Anker SOLIX C300 Portable Power Station product page
  2. Anker SOLIX C300 US User Guide (A1722)

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