Mobile Power Enhanced: EcoFlow’s New Alternator Charger

EcoFlow has introduced an innovative Alternator Charger, designed to revolutionize power capabilities for travelers, particularly those engaged in RVing, overlanding, and van life. This new device harnesses excess energy from a vehicle’s alternator, offering fast charging solutions on the move.

The EcoFlow Alternator Charger distinguishes itself with its impressive fast charging capabilities. It can fully charge a 1kWh power station in just 1.3 hours, significantly outperforming traditional 12V cigarette chargers typically used in vehicles. This efficiency is achieved through an 800W power output and a DC-to-DC charging mechanism, ensuring users have reliable power for their devices and appliances during their travels.

Beyond its primary role as a charger, the Alternator Charger also functions as an emergency jump starter and a battery maintainer. This multifunctionality enhances its value, as it can back-feed a vehicle battery from a connected portable power station, preventing users from being stranded due to a dead battery. The built-in battery maintainer ensures that the vehicle’s starter battery remains in optimal condition, extending its lifespan and reliability.

Craig Bilboe, EcoFlow’s Head of UK & Ireland Business Development, highlighted the transformative potential of this product for outdoor enthusiasts. Traditional reliance on campsite facilities or gas generators often limited the freedom of RV and outdoor adventurers. The Alternator Charger offers a clean, quiet, and flexible alternative, enabling travelers to store stable power while driving and enjoy a more enriching travel experience.

One of the standout features of the Alternator Charger is its ability to charge at 800W, which is eight times faster than traditional 12V car outlets. This rapid charging capability ensures that a 1kWh EcoFlow power station can be fully charged in just 1.3 hours, providing uninterrupted power for a range of devices and appliances.

The Alternator Charger is designed to work seamlessly with various EcoFlow Portable Power Stations (PPS), including the DELTA 2, DELTA 2 Max, and DELTA Pro. Charging times vary depending on the power station, with the DELTA 2 taking approximately 1.3 hours, the DELTA 2 Max around 2.6 hours, and the DELTA Pro about 4.8 hours to fully charge.

The 3-in-1 functionality of the Alternator Charger includes fast charging, reverse charging, and battery maintenance modes. In fast charge mode, the device utilizes the vehicle’s alternator power to charge the portable power station. Reverse charge mode allows the portable power station to provide a quick boost to the vehicle battery, acting as an emergency jump starter. The battery maintenance mode gently nurtures the vehicle battery, ensuring optimal performance over time.

EcoFlow has designed the Alternator Charger for easy installation, making it a versatile addition for various vehicles, including RVs, pickups, overland vehicles, and SUVs. The simple DIY installation process allows users to quickly set up the device and start benefiting from its capabilities.

For RV users, the Alternator Charger can significantly extend the runtime of the house battery. When paired with the DELTA Pro, it can expand the energy storage capacity up to 7.2kWh. This additional capacity ensures that RV users have ample power for extended off-grid adventures, enhancing the overall travel experience.

Safety is a key consideration in the design of the Alternator Charger. The device features high-temperature protection with GaN (Gallium Nitride) technology, providing excellent heat dissipation and resistance. It also includes multiple protections for the vehicle battery, such as reverse polarity, overcurrent, short circuit, and overvoltage/undervoltage protection. EcoFlow offers a two-year warranty on the Alternator Charger, providing users with peace of mind.

EcoFlow's new Alternator Charger is a game-changer for travelers who require reliable and efficient power solutions on the go. By leveraging excess energy from a vehicle’s alternator, it provides fast and dependable charging for a variety of devices and appliances. Its multifunctionality as an emergency jump starter and battery maintainer adds significant value, preventing users from being stranded due to a dead battery and ensuring the vehicle’s starter battery remains in optimal condition.

The 800W mobile fast charging capability allows the device to fully charge a 1kWh power station in just 1.3 hours, outperforming traditional 12V car outlets. Compatibility with EcoFlow Portable Power Stations ensures seamless integration and varying charging times based on the model. The 3-in-1 functionality—fast charging, reverse charging, and battery maintenance—ensures that users have all the power solutions they need in one device.

Easy installation and versatility make the Alternator Charger suitable for various vehicles, including RVs, pickups, overland vehicles, and SUVs. This simplicity allows users to quickly set up and benefit from its capabilities. For RV users, the device can extend the runtime of the house battery, ensuring ample power for extended off-grid adventures.

Safety features such as high-temperature protection with GaN technology, and multiple protections for the vehicle battery, demonstrate EcoFlow’s commitment to user safety. The two-year warranty further provides users with confidence in their purchase.

Overall, the EcoFlow Alternator Charger represents a significant advancement in mobile power solutions. It offers a clean, quiet, and flexible alternative to traditional power sources, enhancing the travel experience for RV enthusiasts, overlanders, and van lifers. As more people seek to explore the outdoors while staying connected and powered up, this innovative product is set to become an essential tool for modern travelers.