Celestron Power Tank by Celestron
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Digital camera reviews of Celestron Power Tank
Digital camera Review: Must have for Celestron Go-To scopes
Summary: 5 Stars
This item has proved invaluable with my new Celestron Nexstar 4SE. One set of batteries only lasted an hour or so, so it has already paid for itself with several multi-hour evenings of viewing. It recharges fairly quickly and is a handy tool in setting up and tearing down too. Improvements? If the red "flashlight" was removeable, that would be a nice bonus. Also, the compartment that holds the power cord for the scope would be better if it were slightly larger than "big enough" for the folded cord. But don't let that stop you from purchasing it. What it does, it does well.Digital camera Review: New Celestron PT User
Summary: 5 Stars
Works as advertised. Easily powers your telescope for hours of star gazing. Can give you subdued red "night" light so you don't stumble around in the dark while preserving night vision. Rugged and durable with multiple charge ports it gets the job done and then some...Digital camera Review: No Complaints
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought the 7Ahr PowerTank specifically to power a brand new GoTo telescope and the stuff that supports it (lights, heaters, GPS, etc.), and I use it ONLY for that purpose! It's been wet, frozen, sun-baked, dropped, kicked and stored. Although I lost the charger about 2 years ago, I've never changed a light bulb or fuse in the tank itself! It has the brightest hand held spot light I've ever seen! The PowerTank has never failed me. Last week, after six years and four months, the battery died (the nerve) but I have absolutely no complaints.
Pro's: It was designed for a specific purpose and lasted 6 years doing it!
The price was right for my budget.
The 2 12VDC slide covers are perfect for continued outdoors use.
2 year warrantee (who else does that?)
Contrary to the manual, you can change the battery easily (but you must remove 8 screws to get to it)
Con's: None, but note, it has internal circuit boards. Mine worked fine but one never knows about circuits.
I just ordered and received the 17 Ahr PowerTank. With any luck, it will be just as good. I recommend it!
Digital camera Review: Not bad at all
Summary: 5 Stars
Probably your best bet if you want to go the less expensive route for a field power pack. I wish it was rated to start a dead car battery, rather than assist ignition; but otherwise, a great buy for me.Digital camera Review: Not the quality I expected
Summary: 1 Stars
I heard a great deal about what a superb product this was. Unfortunately, I've had the opposite experience. I received mine yesterday through OPT by way of UPS. The flashlight was broken internally and didn't work. The floodlight had one of the swivel ears broken. Celestron said send it back and they would repair or replace it at their option - with a wait of 4 to 6 weeks! Their repair facilities have been remodeled and that is part of the delay. I am not impressed with Celestron and will not consider them for any future astronomical purchases! I hope I can find a similar product from another source. I suppose this might be a decent product if you can pick it up in person and inspect it but I wouldn't count on Celestron standing behind it.