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ROAD TOAD ELECTRICAL
  ABODE Electrical Options
  Pass-Thru Outlets* Deluxe
Shore Power Yes Yes Yes
AC Outlets Galley 2 ea. 2 ea. 2 ea.
AC Outlets Cabin 2 ea. 2 ea. 2 ea.
DC (12V) Outlet Galley NO 1 ea. 1 ea.
DC (12V) Outlet Cabin NO 1 ea. 1 ea.
USB Outlet Galley NO 1 ea. USB-A
1 ea. USB-C		 1 ea. USB-A
1 ea. USB-C
USB Outlet Cabin NO 1 ea. USB-A
1 ea. USB-C		 1 ea. USB-A
1 ea. USB-C
Galley Light NO Double Double
Cabin Light NO 2 ea. 2 ea.
Male DC Plug** NO YES NO
Male AC Plug*** NO YES NO
6-Amp Charger NO NO YES
Deep Cycle Battery NO NO YES
Volt Meter NO NO YES
Charging
Amp-Meter		 NO NO YES
* "Outlets" option is designed to be used with a portable power station, or solar generator.
** Male DC Plug is a cigarette lighter style plug, used to connect trailer 12VDC to portable power station DC output.
*** Male AC Plug is a three-prong 15-amp plug, used to connect trailer AC outlets to the AC output of a portable power station.

  TOTES Electrical Options
  Pass-Thru Outlets* Deluxe
Shore Power Yes Yes Yes
AC Outlets 3 ea. 2 ea. 3 ea.
DC (12V) Outlet NO 2 ea. 2 ea.
USB Outlet NO 2 ea. USB-A
2 ea. USB-C		 2 ea. USB-A
2 ea. USB-C
Hatch Light NO Double Double
Door Light NO 2 ea. 2 ea.
Male DC Plug** NO YES NO
Male AC Plug*** NO YES NO
6-Amp Charger NO NO YES
Deep Cycle Battery NO NO YES
Volt Meter NO NO YES
Charging
Amp-Meter		 NO NO YES
* "Outlets" option is designed to be used with a portable power station, or solar generator.
** Male DC Plug is a cigarette lighter style plug, used to connect trailer 12VDC to portable power station DC output.
*** Male AC Plug is a three-prong 15-amp plug, used to connect trailer AC outlets to the AC output of a portable power station.

ROOF SOLAR PANELS OPTION
Solar Connections
  Electrical Options
  Pass-Thru* Outlets* Deluxe
Roof Solar Panels Two Two Two
Solar Controller NO NO YES
Connected to Trailer Battery NO NO YES
Anderson Connector** YES YES NO
* "Pass-Thru" and "Outlets" Solar Options are designed to be used with a portable power station, or solar generator.
** Anderson Connector, on a 3-foot cable, inside, near the right tail light, to connect to solar input on a portable power station. (Unregulated Solar Panel voltage)

Portable Power Stations are high-capacity battery packs in a compact and travel-friendly design. Also known as "solar generators" when paired with solar panels. These devices come with a rechargeable battery that can power a variety of devices, including Road Toad Trailers.

Runtime between charges varies depending on the capacity you choose. Common brands are Jackery, Goal Zero, EcoFlow, Bluetti, and many more. Read reviews carefully as quality can vary dramatically between brands.

Deluxe Electrical -VS- Power Station
DELUXE ELECTRICAL OPTION POWER STATION
(Trailer w/Outlets Option)
  • Less expensive than comparable (800 Wh) power station.
  • Different power levels available to fit your needs.
  • Fully wired and set-up, ready to go.
  • Must be connected to the trailer to use fan, outlets, and internal trailer lights.
  • May be charged off solar panel or shore power.
  • May be charged off solar panel or shore power.
  • AC power only when plugged into shore power.
  • Can have AC power when camping "Off-Grid."
  • Can be used as emergency power at home.
  • Can't forget to bring it with you.
  • Can be used separate from the camper.
  • Takes at least 24 hours for a full recharge.
  • Faster recharge. (8 hours or less)
  • Must be fully recharged before storing for more than a couple days, or the battery will be damaged.
  • Can be stored for extended periods, with a partial charge, without damaging battery.
  • Battery life 4-6 years. About 200 to 500 charge cycles. (200 - 500 nights)
  • Can get over 1000 charge cycles. (10+ years)
  • Battery is less expensive to replace.
  • Battery cannot be replaced. Power station must be replaced.
  • If you don't have power in your storage area, you should take battery out and put on a charge tender at home.
  • If you don't have power in your storage area, you would need to take power station out and plug in at home to recharge.
  • Heavy Lead battery.
  • Lighter Weight.
  • Cannot power an Air Conditioner.
  • A 5000 Wh Portable Power Station would be needed to run a small 5000 btu A/C for 8 hours.
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