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Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus Portable Power Station - 5040Wh Capacity | 7200W | Whole-Home Backup Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus Portable Power Station - 5040Wh Capacity | 7200W | Whole-Home Backup
SKU: 21-0001-000288
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Key features
- Cell Chemistry LiFePO4
- Charge Temperature 32~113 °F (0~45°C)
- Discharge Temperature 5~113°F (-15~45°C)
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Jackery Home Backup System
Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus Portable Power Station - 5040Wh Capacity · 7200W · Whole-Home Backup
Explorer 5000 Plus stores 5,040Wh and provides up to 7,200W total AC output, including 120/240V receptacles for supported backup setups. It is a substantial 134.5 lb LiFePO4 station; transfer equipment, circuit selection, and installation planning matter as much as the power rating.
Product typeHome Backup System
Capacity5040Wh
Power rating7200W continuous AC
Best forHome Backup, Outage Preparedness
SKU21-0001-000288
The facts that matter
- A 5,040Wh battery is the base energy store. The 7,200W total AC rating and 14,400W surge rating describe separate running and startup limits.
- The unit lists NEMA L14-30R and L14-50R 120/240V outputs plus four 120V receptacles. Each outlet has its own current limit.
- Two low-voltage PV inputs accept 16–60V and up to 1,200W combined; verify any other solar input path separately before designing an array.
- The LiFePO4 battery is rated for 4,000 cycles to at least 70% capacity, and the station weighs about 134.5 lb.
Where this model fits
This is the larger Jackery option for planned home backup where 120/240V loads or more simultaneous power are needed. A qualified installer should map essential circuits, transfer equipment, startup surge, and battery runtime to the specific home.
Check before you buy
The base 5,040Wh station is not a promise of whole-home runtime. Check each circuit and outlet limit, approved transfer equipment, AC load, and the separate solar-input specifications before purchasing. The standalone package includes the station, AC cable, and MC4 wrench.
Compare the right Jackery size
Choosing by wattage alone can miss the battery size, outlet and solar-input differences. Compare these nearby models against your actual loads:
Plan your power needs
Use our backup power sizing guide to estimate capacity and output for your loads. The solar generator charging guide explains why a solar charge estimate depends on more than panel wattage.
Plan and compare your power setup
Estimate your appliance energy and backup time in our Power Planner. Then compare available power stations and packages by published capacity, output and charging specifications. Check the exact model’s input, output, connector and expansion limits before buying.
Package Includes
1 Explorer 5000 Plus
Package Includes
1 AC Charging Cable
Package Includes
1 MC4 Wrench
| Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus Portable Power Station - 5040Wh Capacity / 7200W / Whole-Home Backup | |
| Selected variant SKU | 21-0001-000288 |
|---|---|
| MODEL | |
| Product Model | JE-5000A |
| Model / SKU | 21-0001-000288 |
| Product Type | Portable Power Station |
| ELECTRICAL | |
| Battery Capacity | 5040 Wh |
| Battery Chemistry | LiFePO4 |
| AC Output Waveform | Pure sine wave |
| 240 V AC Outputs | NEMA L14-30R and NEMA L14-50R; up to 7,200 W at 240 V, 60 Hz |
| 120 V AC Outputs | Four NEMA 5-20 outlets; 2,400 W per outlet and up to 3,600 W per outlet pair |
| USB-A Outputs | Two ports; 18 W maximum each |
| USB-C Outputs | Two ports; 100 W maximum each |
| AC Charging Input | 120 V AC, 60 Hz, 15 A maximum; 1,750 W ±50 W maximum input |
| High-Voltage PV Input | 135–450 V DC, 15 A maximum, 4,000 W maximum |
| Low-Voltage PV Input | 16–60 V; 10.5 A and 600 W maximum with one port, or 21 A and 1,200 W maximum with two ports |
| Vehicle Charging Input | 11–16 V DC, 8 A maximum |
| AC Recharge Time | Approximately 3.5 hours |
| Parallel Operation | Supported |
| Standby Power Consumption | 50 W |
| Listed Output | 7200W |
| CONNECTIONS | |
| Portable Solar Recharge Time | Approximately 70 h with one 100 W panel, 35 h with two, 17.5 h with four, or 12 h with six; 34 h with one 200 W panel, 17.5 h with two, 9 h with four, or 5.5 h with six; 17 h with one 500X panel or 8.5 h with two |
| Expansion Battery Support | Up to five Jackery Battery Pack 5000 Plus units |
| PHYSICAL | |
| Dimensions | 16.5 × 15.4 × 25.0 in (42.0 × 39.0 × 63.5 cm) |
| Weight | Approximately 134.5 lb (61 kg) |
| Housing Material | High-strength PC and ABS plastic |
| OPERATING LIMITS | |
| Cycle Life | 4,000 cycles to at least 70% capacity |
| Charge Temperature Range | 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C) |
| Discharge Temperature Range | 5°F to 113°F (-15°C to 45°C) |
| PACKAGE | |
| Included Components | 1 × Explorer 5000 Plus, 1 × AC Charging Cable, 1 × MC4 Wrench |
| Charge Temperature | 32~113 °F (0~45°C) |
| Discharge Temperature | 5~113°F (-15~45°C) |
| Warranty | 5 Years |
| AC Output | (4x) 120V, 20A, 3600W Max (1x) NEMA L14-30R/14-50：120V/240V~60Hz, 30A, 7200W Max |
| AC Total Output | 7200W Max, 14400W Surge |
| USB-C Output | (2x) 100W Max, 5V⎓3A, 9V⎓3A, 12V⎓3A, 15V⎓3A, 20V⎓5A |
| USB-A Output | (2x) 18W Max, 5-6V⎓3A, 6-9V⎓2A, 9-12V⎓1.5A |
| Cigarette Lighter Port | 12V⎓10A |
| DC Input | DC Expansion Port (Input)：80.5V-126V⎓98A Max |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40~185℉（-40~85℃） |
| Maximum System Voltage | 600V DC |
| Maximum Reverse Current | 15A |
| Voltage Temperature Coefficient | -0.26%/℃ |
| Power Temperature Coefficient | -0.32%/℃ |
| Operating Temperature | -4°F~113°F (-20°C~45°C) |
| AC Voltage (Nominal) | 120V/240V~ 60Hz |
| Maximum Input Current | 100A Grid / 60A Power Station |
| Maximum Output Current | 60A Home Load / 33.4A Power Station |
| Maximum Input Short-Circuit Current | 10KA |
| DC Extension Ports (Output) | 80.5V-126V⎓98A Max |
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to common questions about this product, setup, compatibility, and use.
Which home circuits are a sensible priority for the Explorer 5000 Plus's 7200W output?
Start with refrigeration, lighting, communications, medical or sump equipment, then add continuous watts and motor starting demand. Respect total and per-leg limits; electric heat, central air, dryers, ovens, pumps, and EV charging can consume the available capacity quickly.
Can the Explorer 5000 Plus carry overnight refrigeration and a well pump together?
Build an hourly energy budget for every selected circuit, then account for inverter loss, battery reserve, standby draw, temperature, cycling loads, and expansion-battery availability. 5040Wh describes stored energy, while 7200W output is an instantaneous limit; neither alone predicts outage duration.
How does the Explorer 5000 Plus connect to selected household circuits during an outage?
The power station alone does not connect safely to hardwired home circuits. Use only Jackery's supported transfer equipment and inlet arrangement, with circuit selection, neutral and ground treatment, overcurrent protection, permits, and installation handled correctly.
Can the Explorer 5000 Plus be expanded later for longer runtime or more backed-up circuits?
Use only the expansion batteries, parallel or connection hardware, firmware, and transfer equipment approved for this exact platform. Added batteries extend energy; they do not automatically increase inverter output, per-leg power, breaker ratings, or the number of safe backup circuits.
What must an electrician verify before the Explorer 5000 Plus is commissioned?
The installer must confirm service and transfer ratings, backed-up circuit loads, inlet and conductor sizing, overcurrent protection, neutral-ground behavior, physical clearances, communications, permits, labeling, and a safe test procedure.
What does the cycle-life rating mean for long-term use of the Jackery 21-0001-000288?
The manufacturer lists 4000 cycles to 70%+ capacity. Keep the stated test conditions and remaining-capacity threshold with this rating; it is not a promise of the same runtime for every load.
What manufacturer warranty should I consider when buying the Jackery 21-0001-000288?
The listed manufacturer warranty is 5 Years. The manufacturer's warranty terms determine eligibility and coverage.