Electromate® 400 AC/DC Portable Power Station /Jump-Starter /Compressor

MODEL # VEC026BD


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  • Portable, rechargeable AC and DC power supply provides convenient power
  • Instantly jump-starts without another vehicle
  • Quickly inflates vehicle tires and sports equipment
  • Built-in LED work light for visibility - bulbs never need replacing
  • Built-in 120V AC charger recharges with an ordinary household extension cord
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$200 MSRP
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Product Details

Key Features

  • Portable, rechargeable AC and DC power supply
  • Instantly jump-starts
  • Built-in air inflator

Benefits

  • Without another vehicle
  • Convenient power source
  • Inflates vehicle tires and sports equipment

What's Included

  • 12V charger
  • Heavy-duty cables and clamps
  • Adapter nozzle set

Uses

  • Ideal for tailgating, camping, power failures and more when no wall outlet is available
  • Ideal for roadside emergencies
  • Inflates vehicle tires and sports equipment

Technical Specifications

  • Jump Start Output12
  • Inverter Input12.5
  • Inverter Output120
  • Class 2 Power Unit Input120
  • Class 2 Power Unit Output12
  • Class 2 Power Unit Battery12
  • Class 2 Power Unit Safety ProtectionOverload, Overheating and Short Circuit

1 Year Limited Warranty

Warranted for one (1) years from date of purchase. This warranty does not cover damage resulting from negligent handling, misuse or lack of reasonable maintenance and care. (Proof of purchase maybe required).

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    User Reviews for Electromate® 400 AC/DC Portable Power Station /Jump-Starter /Compressor

    0 people recommended the following review
    Mr Bill's cousin Wrote:
    ok so far for me...
             
    Inflator has not failed me yet - also seems to charge up nicely. I seem to be lucky not have gotten bad parts. I could see the end of the inflator breaking though. Have yet to use invertor or other functions. And yes the worklight is bright and helpful too. Those of you whose units have failed and been abandoned should list those jumper cables on EBay since the parts are hard to come by. Though I think if you could find the proper connector one could make up a pair of cables yourself or consult a bigger head at an auto parts store. Either way the cables are certainly worth $20-30 perhaps - they are worth nothing sitting in your garage. And it appears the battery can be replaced with a reseller item so at least you are not stuck with ServiceNet's evident inability to provide parts for this unit.
    Pros:

    Multifunctionality - and I got it cheap off the dead dog shelf at Home Depot however without the jumper cables :( Gets 3 stars from me only because mine hasn't failed yet. Idea seems to be good, execution well see Cons...

    Cons:

    Parts seem to be hard to come by - replacement jumper cables have been on backorder for almost 4 months now. Pretty sad for a unit that has poor part reliability to start with. And still appears to be on sale new at any number of venues. If you can get this unit for under $100 it might be worth it - it is certainly not worth the list price listed on the B&D website especially with the numerous perceived shortcomings with cheap parts and reliability. If you bought it new I would either scrutinize the B&D warranty carefully or just get the extended warranty the retailer may offer one of the few times the extended warranty cost would be justified let the retailer eat the product or get credit from B&D.

    5/1/2012 3:31:54 PM

    0 people recommended the following review
    7705charger Wrote:
    poor
             
    very slow inflation on car tires, ok on small tires, wheel barrow
    Pros:

    purchased mainly for inflator, electric standby

    Cons:

    inflator failed after a couple uses, very expensive to fail so soon.

    2/22/2012 2:54:49 PM

    0 people recommended the following review
    sadtool Wrote:
    Compressor nozzle broke during 2nd use.
             
    I used the air pump twice to pump up bike tires. The second time I went to use it (today), the nozzle broke. I was very disappointed and won't be buying Black and Decker again. We used the battery feature once during a blackout and that worked fine...at least it did the first time... I have owned this for about 18 months.
    Pros:

    It's a good idea. Poor execution

    Cons:

    It broke when I used the air pump twice.

    2/18/2012 5:22:30 PM

    0 people recommended the following review
    Ryguy92000 Wrote:
    Great Product!
             
    The power station worked wonderfully. I have filled several tires with it and the pump never failed. Jump started a few cars and even ran a stereo two work lights and charged my phone with this little thing. Cheap? Hardly. Poor materials? Get real! I've dropped this thing on the asphalt from my car window (apx 3ft) and the thing barely took a scratch. I take it everywhere with me. In fact I'm actually typing this review ON MY POWER STATION (my iPad was dead). It even comes with a handy Little pocket to hold the DC cord for the car. It charges usually in four hours under moderate use. I take camping, to work, to school, on picnics and pretty much everywhere I go. Bottom line, I don't know what these other reviewers did to upset this micro-behemoth of a battery pack (trust me I've had/used many other brands of them), and frankly I don't want to know but in short it's a car owners best friend!
    Pros:

    Lasts forever! It has yet to die on me unexpectedly. The compressor works like a champ and the little light blinds you if you don't have sunglasses on (read: it's really bright). AC port is sturdy and reliable. It charges (albeit slowly) off DC while your driving!

    Cons:

    The ONLY complaint I have is that I wish it had a few more DC and AC ports and maybe a USB slot for charging phones. THAT'S IT!!

    1/31/2012 5:00:00 AM

    0 people recommended the following review
    isptec Wrote:
    good product
             
    i have this product it worked great ..but the jumper cables got washed off in the truck in flood we had now i am needing to find another set of jumper cables if anyone has one please post or email me
    Pros:

    always handy to have

    Cons:

    replacement jumper cables cost almost as much to buy whole new product...looking to buy used set

    1/29/2012 4:27:14 PM

    0 people recommended the following review
    jademarine Wrote:
    I LIKE IT
             
    Electromate 400 = Bought mine at Wally World near Ft. Bragg, NC - I live in a 22ft Serro Scotty Motor Home and spend most of my time traveling. I don't know why it gets bad reviews.
    Pros:

    My 400 holds a charge for weeks without use and is quick to start my Dodge Dakota when I need it. All functions work as advertised and I am most satisfied with it. This unit has saved me much inconvenience in looking for a jump, recharging mobile phones, even running computer when 110 is not available.

    Cons:

    Nothing. I like it just fine.

    1/25/2012 12:19:34 PM

    0 people recommended the following review
    Boatracer1000 Wrote:
    Poor overall product
             
    Have had this unit for some time, it's one of those things you never want to use.Lol. Every time I tried to use it, it was dead. Now having the same compressor issues as others.
    Pros:

    Great weight for securing tents or canopies. Nice led light to tie your shoes by.

    Cons:

    Just an overall poor product, it's a shame from a company like black & decker.

    1/19/2012 4:04:35 PM

    0 people recommended the following review
    auctionpro Wrote:
    Compressor died after only using it 5 times
             
    This was great for a few months. I used the compressor about 5 times for small projects. SO disappointed.
    Pros:

    I liked that it was SUPPOSED to be an all in one - would have been handy in an emergency IF it had actually worked

    Cons:

    That is didn't last and I hardly used it. So disappointing for an pretty expensive item.

    1/7/2012 4:37:28 PM

    0 people recommended the following review
    luvz tools Wrote:
    TOO MUCH MONEY FOR VERY LITTLE USE
             
    I used this several times to pump the tires on the lawnmowers and garden cart but when it came time to use on my car's flat tire it quit in the compressor quit in the middle of inflation- It will not let me recharge it's battery and I was told that there were not parts to replace it This is the second charger/tire compressor that I have purchased made by Black and Decker that has quit. I will not buy another Black and Decker product
    Pros:

    It will charge a battery.

    Cons:

    The product has a high price and made with cheap material. Not made for long time use.

    10/15/2011 5:20:47 PM

    0 people recommended the following review
    waterloverstl Wrote:
    Great all in 1 unit until something fails
             
    Jump starter started a large van and old Lincoln both with large engines. 110v and 9v outlets are handy. The compressor just stopped working. Pump runs but actually lets air out of the tire. Cannot find any tech info about how to repair. I debated about buying separate jump starter and compressor but liked having something all in one and only having to keep up with and charge 1 thing. Now I wish I would have bought separate units.
    Pros:

    Lots of features. Love the 110v outlet

    Cons:

    Compressor failed after only using a few times

    8/20/2011 7:27:14 PM


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