The Pecron F5000LFP is the biggest station in Pecron's line: 5,120Wh of LiFePO4 in one box, with both 120V and 240V output and a TT-30R outlet for an RV. Add FP5000-48V expansion batteries and it grows to 35,840Wh. This guide covers what it runs, how it charges, how many FP5000-48V packs you need for a given stretch without power, and who is better served by the smaller F3000LFP. Every specification is from Pecron's product page and spec tab.
The F5000LFP in numbers
| Spec | Pecron F5000LFP |
|---|---|
| Battery | 5,120Wh LiFePO4, rated 4,000+ cycles to 80% |
| 120V output | 3,600W x 2 circuits (100-120V) |
| 240V output | 7,200W max (200-240V) |
| Outlets | 4 x NEMA 5-20R, TT-30R, a 240V outlet, 2 x USB-C 100W, 2 x USB-A 18W, XT60 and DC5525 (adjustable 12-40V, 25A, 800W max) |
| AC charging | 3,600W with a 30A charging cable (Pecron: about 1.8 hours); 1,800W with a 15A cable |
| Solar input | 2 x XT60, 30-180V, 25A, 3,200W each: 6,400W max with an expansion battery, 5,800W max input on a single unit |
| UPS | 0 ms in online mode; within 20 ms in bypass mode; up to 3,600W |
| Battery heating | Yes: charges from -4°F to 113°F, discharges from 14°F to 113°F |
| Expansion | Up to 6 FP5000-48V packs, 35,840Wh in total |
| Size and weight | 21.7 x 15 x 13.1 in, about 123.9 lb |
Pecron also lists an adjustable charging rate, an operation log, solar and AC output statistics, and over-the-air firmware updates.
120V and 240V: what that means in practice
Most portable stations are 120V only. The F5000LFP gives you two 120V circuits of 3,600W each, or 7,200W at 240V, and Pecron says it can keep charging from 120V while it supplies 240V. That opens up loads a 120V station can't touch, such as a 240V well pump or a 240V shop tool. Check the running and starting watts on the label of anything you plan to run, and remember that capacity, not the outlet, decides how long it runs.
For home backup, connecting any power station to a house circuit should go through a transfer switch or power inlet installed by a licensed electrician. Pecron notes that the 240V outlet has a floating neutral in battery mode, which matters for how that connection is wired, so tell your electrician before the job.
Plugging in an RV
The TT-30R outlet takes a standard 30A RV shore cord. A 30A pedestal at 120V supplies 3,600W (30A x 120V), and each of the F5000LFP's 120V circuits is rated 3,600W, so the station can supply what a 30A pedestal would, inside the limits of its battery. Turn off the RV's converter or battery charger while you run from the station, or it will spend energy charging your house battery. Pecron's listing doesn't name a 50A RV outlet, so if you have a 50A coach, ask us before you order.
How long it lasts, with and without FP5000-48V packs
Each FP5000-48V adds 5,120Wh (51.2V 100Ah), and Pecron allows up to six on one F5000LFP. The usable column applies the 85% factor Pecron's E-series manuals use for running time; we apply it here as our estimate. The 920Wh day is the boondocking example from our Pecron sizing guide; the 5,000Wh day is an example for running essentials at home in an outage. Use your own numbers.
| Setup | Total Wh | Usable (x 0.85) | Days at 920Wh/day | Days at 5,000Wh/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F5000LFP alone | 5,120 | 4,352 | 4.7 | 0.9 |
| + 1 FP5000-48V | 10,240 | 8,704 | 9.5 | 1.7 |
| + 2 FP5000-48V | 15,360 | 13,056 | 14.2 | 2.6 |
| + 3 FP5000-48V | 20,480 | 17,408 | 18.9 | 3.5 |
| + 4 FP5000-48V | 25,600 | 21,760 | 23.7 | 4.4 |
| + 6 FP5000-48V (max) | 35,840 | 30,464 | 33.1 | 6.1 |
Those are days with no charging at all. To size for a given outage, multiply your daily watt-hours by the days you want to cover and divide by 0.85. For example, 5,000Wh a day for three days is 15,000Wh usable, about 17,647Wh rated: the F5000LFP plus three FP5000-48V packs (20,480Wh) covers it, plus two (15,360Wh) falls short. Packs add watt-hours, not watts: the output ratings stay the same however many you add.
Use FP5000-48V packs with this model. Pecron does not recommend long-term use of the EP3800-48V or EP3000-48V with the F5000LFP, because they can trip its overheating protection. The EP3800-48V is the pack for the E1000LFP, E1500LFP, E2400LFP and F3000LFP; see our EP3800-48V guide. Pecron doesn't publish the FP5000-48V's weight on its product page, so ask us before you plan the lift; the station alone is about 124 lb.
Charging it
From the wall or a generator: 3,600W with a 30A charging cable, which Pecron says fills it in about 1.8 hours, or 1,800W from an ordinary 15A outlet. Whether a 30A cable comes with your order depends on Pecron's current offer, so ask us if you need one.
From solar: two XT60 inputs, each taking 30-180V and up to 25A, 3,200W apiece. Pecron lists 5,800W of input on a single unit and 6,400W once an expansion battery is connected. A rough daily harvest is panel watts x 4 to 5 sun hours x 0.75: 2,000W of panels gives about 6,000 to 7,500Wh a day, and the full 6,400W about 19,200 to 24,000Wh. Keep each string's open-circuit voltage under 180V, including on cold mornings when panel voltage rises. Our Pecron solar guide explains series and parallel layouts; ask us to check a layout before you buy panels.
F5000LFP or F3000LFP?
| F3000LFP | F5000LFP | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 3,072Wh | 5,120Wh |
| Voltage | 120V | 120V and 240V |
| RV outlet | 30A AC outlet | TT-30R |
| Solar | 1,600W, one XT60, 25-120V | 6,400W, two XT60, 30-180V |
| AC charging | 1,800W from 15A (about 2 hours) | 3,600W with a 30A cable, 1,800W from 15A |
| Expansion | 2 x EP3800-48V, 10,752Wh (XT120 cascade cable) | 6 x FP5000-48V, 35,840Wh |
| Battery heating | Not in Pecron's specs; charging starts at 32°F | Yes |
| Weight | about 63.3 lb | about 123.9 lb |
Pick the F5000LFP if you need 240V, want home backup measured in days rather than hours, plan a large solar array, or charge in freezing weather. Pick the F3000LFP if you mostly need 120V for a 30A RV, two expansion packs are enough, and you'd rather move a 63 lb box than a 124 lb one. Pecron's documents give the F3000LFP different continuous output ratings, so ask us before you plan to run it near its limit. Our E3600LFP vs F3000LFP comparison covers the F3000LFP in more detail.
FAQ
How many FP5000-48V batteries can the F5000LFP take?
Up to six, for 35,840Wh in total (5,120Wh x 7). Pecron rounds this to 35.8kWh.
Can I use my EP3800-48V with the F5000LFP?
Pecron doesn't recommend it for long-term use, because it can trigger the F5000LFP's overheating protection. Use FP5000-48V packs.
Does it come with a cart or a 30A charging cable?
Pecron's photos show the F5000LFP on a wheeled cart, but what comes with an order depends on Pecron's current offer. Ask us before you order if you need either.
When can I get one?
Pecron has been taking pre-orders on this model. Ask us for the current ship date before you order, or browse the full Pecron range.