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Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus Portable Power Station (5,040Wh, 120V/240V)

A 5,040Wh LiFePO4 home-backup power station with 7,200W of 120V/240V output (14,400W surge), up to 4,000W of solar input, 0 ms online UPS and expansion with Battery Pack 5000 Plus.

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Key facts

Capacity
45Ah/112V DC (5,040Wh), LiFePO4
Expansion
Battery Pack 5000 Plus via the DC expansion port; up to 5 packs for 30kWh on one unit; Jackery states 60kWh with two units and 10 packs, and systems of 7,200W to 14,400W (its 20kWh Home Backup Kit pairs two units)
AC output
7,200W max, 14,400W surge: four 120V 20A outlets (2,400W each per the US manual; the web spec lists 3,600W max for them) and the NEMA L14-30R/14-50 120/240V 30A output (7,200W max)
DC outputs
2 x USB-C 100W; 2 x USB-A 18W; 12V 10A car outlet
AC charging
120V 60Hz, 15A max; about 3.5 hours
240V input
AC expansion port 240V 16.7A; bypass 120V 12A or 240V 16.7A
Solar input
High-PV 135-450V, 15A; low-PV 2 x DC 8 mm ports up to 1,200W; Jackery states 4,000W solar input in total

Which version should you buy?

This page covers: Explorer 5000 Plus, JE-5000A, standalone station.

  • Explorer 5000 Plus alone

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    Model: JE-5000A

    What differs
    The station comes with an AC charging cable and MC4 wrench. Panels, transfer switches and expansion batteries are separate.
    Best for
    Buyers choosing backup accessories separately.
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  • With Smart Transfer Switch

    Model: JE-5000A + Smart Transfer Switch

    What differs
    Adds the switch for automatic backup of connected home circuits.
    Best for
    Buyers planning home-circuit backup.

  • With two SolarSaga 500 X panels

    Model: JE-5000A

    What differs
    Adds two solar panels; the listed package has no transfer switch.
    Best for
    Buyers who want solar recharging without the switch package.

  • With two 500W panels and Smart Transfer Switch

    Model: JE-5000A + Smart Transfer Switch

    What differs
    Adds both solar panels and the home-circuit transfer switch.
    Best for
    Buyers who want solar charging and circuit backup together.

  • 10kWh kit: station + Battery Pack 5000 Plus

    Model: JE-5000A + Battery Pack 5000 Plus

    What differs
    Adds one expansion battery for roughly double the storage. The listed kit does not include a transfer switch.
    Best for
    Longer runtime from one station.

Watch out

  • “Solar Generator” in a listing title does not establish that panels are included; check the selected package.
  • Smart and Manual Transfer Switch packages contain different switches. The manual-switch candidate also includes solar panels.
  • An expansion battery adds storage; an Explorer 300 Plus bundle adds a separate smaller station.
  • A protective-cover bundle adds an accessory, not a battery or a transfer switch.

Why people pick it

  • 7,200W of 120V/240V output with a 14,400W surge
  • Up to 4,000W of solar, including a 135-450V high-voltage input
  • 0 ms online UPS mode
  • Expandable with Battery Pack 5000 Plus; Jackery's kits reach 20kWh with two units
  • 5-year warranty

Know before you buy

  • About 134.5 lb
  • Jackery's web spec table and US manual disagree on 12V car charging
  • A house connection needs Jackery's Smart Transfer Switch, a manual transfer switch or an inlet box, installed by a licensed electrician
  • Cycle rating is to 70%

Full specifications

Capacity45Ah/112V DC (5,040Wh), LiFePO4
ExpansionBattery Pack 5000 Plus via the DC expansion port; up to 5 packs for 30kWh on one unit; Jackery states 60kWh with two units and 10 packs, and systems of 7,200W to 14,400W (its 20kWh Home Backup Kit pairs two units)
AC output7,200W max, 14,400W surge: four 120V 20A outlets (2,400W each per the US manual; the web spec lists 3,600W max for them) and the NEMA L14-30R/14-50 120/240V 30A output (7,200W max)
DC outputs2 x USB-C 100W; 2 x USB-A 18W; 12V 10A car outlet
AC charging120V 60Hz, 15A max; about 3.5 hours
240V inputAC expansion port 240V 16.7A; bypass 120V 12A or 240V 16.7A
Solar inputHigh-PV 135-450V, 15A; low-PV 2 x DC 8 mm ports up to 1,200W; Jackery states 4,000W solar input in total
Car chargingJackery's sources conflict: the web spec table says no 12V car charging; the US manual says it can be charged with a 12V car charger
UPSBackup UPS under 20 ms; online UPS 0 ms
Cycle life4,000 cycles to 70%+ capacity
InverterNon-isolated; power factor 0.98 or better
Operating temperatureCharge 32-113°F (0-45°C); discharge 5-113°F (-15-45°C)
Size16.5 x 15.5 x 25 in (41.8 x 39.5 x 63.5 cm)
WeightAbout 134.5 lb (61 kg)
In the boxExplorer 5000 Plus, AC charging cable, MC4 wrench
Warranty5 years

From manufacturer documentation, checked November 2, 2026. Spotted an error? Tell us.

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