AP Batteries - Astrophotography and Sketching https://nefas.space/astrophotography-and-sketching/ap-batteries/ Talk about all things astronomy, local events and gatherings. You have questions, we will help you find the answer. en-US Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:32:18 +0000 wpForo 60 RE: AP Batteries https://nefas.space/astrophotography-and-sketching/ap-batteries/#post-49 Mon, 07 Aug 2023 13:53:55 +0000 I currently have the Celestron Power tank and a Jackery 300.

]]> Astrophotography and Sketching Tom Taylor https://nefas.space/astrophotography-and-sketching/ap-batteries/#post-49 RE: AP Batteries https://nefas.space/astrophotography-and-sketching/ap-batteries/#post-47 Fri, 04 Aug 2023 22:59:50 +0000 How big of a battery are you currently using? Some ppl are using Jackery's(or similar devices). Simple to operate and recharge, plus can be used during outages.

]]> Astrophotography and Sketching user https://nefas.space/astrophotography-and-sketching/ap-batteries/#post-47 RE: AP Batteries https://nefas.space/astrophotography-and-sketching/ap-batteries/#post-44 Fri, 04 Aug 2023 16:33:56 +0000 I never measured the current draw on my rig nor the laptop.  Lithium batteries are making their way into campers etc., since they are lighter and more energy efficient, but more costly.

I was just an idea.

]]> Astrophotography and Sketching Tom Taylor https://nefas.space/astrophotography-and-sketching/ap-batteries/#post-44 RE: AP Batteries https://nefas.space/astrophotography-and-sketching/ap-batteries/#post-42 Thu, 03 Aug 2023 22:37:43 +0000 I have made a battery using used 18650 Lithium batteries for my setup. It wasn't big enough so I made a much bigger one using 4 280amp/hour batteries. It is way more than is needed but I used what I had. Do you know how much power you need?   

]]> Astrophotography and Sketching david https://nefas.space/astrophotography-and-sketching/ap-batteries/#post-42 AP Batteries https://nefas.space/astrophotography-and-sketching/ap-batteries/#post-40 Thu, 03 Aug 2023 16:36:44 +0000 Has anyone looked at using Lithium batteries vice using Lead Acid Batteries for powering their rigs all night and also powering your laptop?

 

Tom

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