1) Why a backup power station?

• Digital continuity : maintain fiber box/ONT or 4G/5G router + Wi-Fi to communicate/purchase/manage.
• Light & safety : very low consumption LED , safe movement (stairs, corridors).
• Work & school : laptop , tablet, smartphone — keep the essentials active.
• Information : FM/DAB radio or 4G network to follow instructions.
• Quiet & Clean : No gasoline, no fumes, stable pure sine AC .

A good power station is a good replacement for a traditional inverter: more flexible (USB-C, 12 V, AC), mobile , solar charging possible.

2) UPS , pass-through & mains→battery switching

• UPS mode (when available): the station automatically switches from mains to battery power during a power outage. Short transfer time → most routers , boxes , LED lighting and laptops continue without noticeable interruption.
• Pass-through : Powers devices while the station is charging. Convenient for keeping the box/router plugged in at all times.
• Diagram : mains → station input ; box/router/LED/laptop → station outputs . In case of power failure, the station takes over.
• Test : simulates 2–3 min of power cut to check that everything remains ON (box, Wi-Fi, laptop, radio).

Stations compatible with UPS use

3) Priorities during the outage: network , light , information

• #1 Network : box/ONT (8–12 W) or 4G/5G router (8–12 W) + Wi-Fi access point.
• #2 Light : 1–3 LEDs (5–10 W each) in key areas (kitchen/living room/stairs).
• #3 Info & communication : smartphone(s), FM/DAB radio (2–5 W), power banks for relaying.
• #4 Work comfort : laptop (45–60 W average via USB-C) for critical tasks.

To avoid during a long outage on a small station: energy-consuming resistive devices (radiators, kettles), and large compressors (fridge) if your station <=700 Wh & inverter <=700–1000 W.

4) Size: 300/512/700 Wh depending on your household

• Solo/urban duo : ~300 Wh → router/LED/radio + phone charging. Portable, quick to recharge.
• Family : ~512 Wh → network + 2–3 LEDs + 2–3 phones + occasional laptop.
• Comfort/margin : ~700 Wh → extended battery life, longer laptop life, relevant 160 W solar panel.

Preferably choose a LiFePO4 chemistry (lifespan & stability), 100W USB-C ports, regulated 12V outputs, AC 230V pure sine wave , W in/out display, integrated MPPT .

5) Autonomy: formulas & real profiles

 Autonomie (h) ≈ Capacité(Wh) × Rendement / Charge(W)
 USB-C/12 V ≈ 0,90 | AC ≈ 0,85

“Network + light” profile : 10 W router + 2 LEDs 2×8 W + 3 W radio → ~29 W.

• 300 Wh → 300 × 0.90 / 29 ≈ ~9.3 h .
• 512 Wh → ~15.9 h .

“Network + LED + laptop” profile : adds laptop 55 W (USB-C) → ~84 W.

• 512 Wh → 512 × 0.90 / 84 ≈ ~5.5 h .
• 700 Wh → ~7.5 h .

“Family evening” profile : router 10 + 3 LED 24 + 3 phones charging ~15 + tablet 10 → ~59 W.

• 512 Wh → ~7.8 h ; 700 Wh → ~10.7 h .

Tip : Use USB-C/12V direct for everything that allows it → +5–10% battery life vs AC.

6) What to connect & how (USB-C/12 V > AC)

• Router/box : If your router accepts 12V , power it via the regulated 12V output. Otherwise, via USB-C if compatible. Avoid AC if possible (losses).
• Laptop : 100W USB-C connection ( 5A e-marker cable) → battery life ↑, fan noise ↓.
• LED : Prefer 12V LEDs (5–10W/unit). A clean DC power strip simplifies distribution.
• Radio : battery-powered + USB for charging, or directly via USB if modern model.
• Smartphones/power banks : USB charging. Give each person a personal power bank to relieve the station.
• AC 230V : Keep it for the exception (equipment without DC/USB alternative). Pure sine wave essential.

7) Solar charging 120–160 W & weather windows

• Goal : regain 150–300 Wh over 2–3 hours of sunshine ( 120–160 W foldable panel via integrated MPPT ).
• Realistic output : 120 W → 70–95 W useful; 160 W → 110–135 W useful (orientation, short & thick cables).
• Weather window : takes advantage of clear spells to top-up between two load sheddings. Reserve the station for critical loads.
• 12V car : 60–120W while driving → charging maintenance if there is no sun.

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8) Safety, placement, children & ventilation

• Placement : hard surface, in the shade , out of traffic area. Never cover the station (ventilation).
• Kids : Bundle and secure cables (sleeve/cable ties). Cover ports when possible.
• Humidity : Keep the station dry (ventilated trunk). 12V lighting recommended in humid areas.
• Thermal : The hotter it is, the lower the power. Ventilate the room if possible.
• Ground & safety : in AC, only use standard power strips (switch, portable RCD if necessary). Never cut the ground .

9) Ready scenarios

10) Practical tables

10.1 Typical consumption (emergency)

10.2 Stations × uses

10.3 Midday Solar (120–160 W, MPPT)

11) Express emergency checklist

1. Capacity : 300 Wh (solo), 512 Wh (family), 700 Wh (teleworking).
2. Ports : USB-C 100W , 12V regulated , pure sine AC , W in/out display.
3. UPS : automatic switchover from mains to battery + pass-through.
4. Solar : 120–160 W + MPPT for charging during weather windows.
5. Cables : USB-C 5A e-marker , thick and short DC/MC4.
6. Organization : network priority > LED > info > laptop , power banks per person.
7. Safety : dry , ventilated station, cables fixed, children briefed.

12) LymobileShop Selection

13) FAQ breakdowns & stations

14) Trust & Services LymobileShop

• Delivery : free in France, fast shipping.
• Payment : secure, several methods to choose from.
• After-sales service : team in France, help with choosing UPS/USB-C/12 V/MPPT for your backup plan.
• Returns & Warranty : 14 days to change your mind, 2 year warranty .

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