Name: Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Portable Power Station
Brand: Anker
SKU: A1790112-5
Availability: InStock

Question 1

Q1: Can I use F3800 and F3800 Plus with Double Power Hub at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Yes.

Question 2

Q2: Can I use F3800 and F3800 Plus with Home Power Panel at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Yes.

Question 3

Q3: Can Anker SOLIX F3800 and F3800 Plus be connected to Home Power Panel, Double Power Hub, and Transfer Switch simultaneously?

Accepted Answer

Yes.

Question 4

Q4: When can a generator and F3800 Plus be used together?

Accepted Answer

You can use a generator and F3800 Plus in the following scenarios:
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1. With 240V Generators
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- F3800 Plus Only
The generator connects to F3800 Plus's Home Power Panel port. Use the F3800 Plus's L14-30R AC output port to deliver up to 6,000W (240V) or the TT-30R port for up to 3,000W (120V).
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- F3800 Plus + Transfer Switch/Inlet Box
The generator connects to F3800 Plus's Home Power Panel port. Use the F3800 Plus's L14-30R AC output port to deliver up to 6,000W (240V).
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- F3800 Plus + Home Power Panel
Connect the generator to one of the Home Power Panel's power station ports for up to 6,000W (240V) of generator power.
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2. With 120V Generators
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- F3800 Plus Only
Connect the generator to F3800 Plus's Home Power Panel port. Use the F3800 Plus's TT-30R AC output port to provide up to 3,000W (120V) max. This setup is an alternative to grid power. Note that the generator must output 120V pure sine wave power with a total harmonic distortion (THD) of less than 5%.
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- F3800 Plus + Transfer Switch/Inlet Box
The generator connects to F3800 Plus's Home Power Panel port. Use the F3800 Plus's TT-30R AC output port to deliver up to 3,000W (120V).

Question 5

Q5: Which of F3800 Plus's AC output ports can be used under different input conditions?

Accepted Answer

Please review these scenarios to determine how F3800 Plus's output ports can be used.
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Condition 1: No AC input power is connected.
Usable AC Output Ports:
&bull; TT-30R (120V~25A)
&bull; L14-30R (120/240V~25A)
&bull; NEMA 5-20R (3 Leftmost Ports, UPS)
&bull; NEMA 5-20R (3 Rightmost Ports)
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Condition 2: When a 120V generator is connected; not plugged into a 120V wall outlet.
Usable AC Output Ports:
&bull; TT-30R (120V~25A): Output available when connected to the L1 phase. Bypass limit of up to 3,000W. No output when connected to the L2 phase.
Switching Time:
F3800 Plus to Generator: 30 ms.
Generator to F3800 Plus: 50 ms.
Non-Usable AC Output Ports:
&bull; L14-30R (120/240V~25A)
&bull; NEMA 5-20R (3 Leftmost Ports, UPS)
&bull; NEMA 5-20R (3 Rightmost Ports)
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Condition 3: When a 240V generator is connected; not plugged into a 120V wall outlet.
Usable AC Output Ports:
&bull; TT-30R (120V~25A): Output available with a bypass limit of up to 3,000W.
&bull; L14-30R (120/240V~25A): Output available with a bypass limit of up to 6,000W.
Non-Usable AC Output Ports:
&bull; NEMA 5-20R (3 Leftmost Ports, UPS)
&bull; NEMA 5-20R (3 Rightmost Ports)
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Condition 4: No generator connection; plugged into 120V wall outlet.
Usable AC Output Ports:
&bull; TT-30R (120V~25A): Output available. No UPS. Bypass limit of up to 1,440W.
&bull; NEMA 5-20R (3 Leftmost Ports, UPS): Output available with bypass limit of up to 1,440W.
Switching Time: 20 ms
Non-Usable AC Output Ports:
&bull; L14-30R (120/240V~25A)
&bull; NEMA 5-20R (3 Rightmost Ports)
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Condition 5: Connected to 120V generator; plugged into 120V wall outlet.
Usable AC Output Ports:
&bull; TT-30R (120V~25A): Output available when connected to the L1 phase wth a bypass limit of up to 3,000W. No output when connected to the L2 phase.
Switching Time:
F3800 Plus to Generator: 30 ms
Generator to F3800 Plus: 50 ms
Non-Usable AC Output Ports:
&bull; L14-30R (120/240V~25A)
&bull; NEMA 5-20R (3 Leftmost Ports, UPS)
&bull; NEMA 5-20R (3 Rightmost Ports)
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Condition 6: Connected to 240V generator; plugged into 120V wall outlet.
Usable AC Output Ports:
&bull; TT-30R (120V~25A): Output available with a bypass limit of up to 3,000W. If the generator stops outputting, please see Condition 4 above.
&bull; L14-30R (120/240V~25A): Output available with a bypass limit of 6,000W max. If the generator stops outputting, please see Condition 4 above.
Non-Usable AC Output Ports:
&bull; NEMA 5-20R (3 Leftmost Ports, UPS)
&bull; NEMA 5-20R (3 Rightmost Ports)

Question 6

Q6: What should I do when using a solar panel to charge my power station?

Accepted Answer

Plug solar panels into one of Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Portable Power Station's 2 solar input ports. Each one supports an 11-165V solar charger with a solar charging connection. The current supports 17A max.

Question 7

Q7: Can Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus be recharged using rooftop solar panels through Home Power Panel during an outage？

Accepted Answer

No. When outages occur, directly connect F3800 Plus to your 11-165V solar panels to charge it. Please note that exceeding 165V may cause damage to the solar input ports.

Question 8

Q8: How do I charge my electric vehicle with Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus?

Accepted Answer

Double-press the AC Outlet Button to activate EV mode charging. Please make sure to set the charging rate to less than 25A so that Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus can charge your EV, such as a Tesla.

Question 9

Q9: How many Anker SOLIX BP3800 Expansion Batteries can be connected to one Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus?

Accepted Answer

Each Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus can connect up to six BP3800 Expansion Batteries. Note that both the expansion battery and F3800 Plus will gradually equalize their power levels. This is done to maximize product lifespan.

Question 10

Q10: When recharging Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Portable Power Station with a 120V AC input, can I use its 240V outlet to charge other devices?

Accepted Answer

No, when Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus is recharging via the 120V AC input, you can only use its three 120V UPS outlets to charge other devices.

Question 11

Q11: When recharging F3800 Plus with a 240V generator via its Home Power Panel port, which AC output ports charge devices?

Accepted Answer

When Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus recharges via a 240V generator through its Home Power Panel port, use the NEMA L14-30R (240V) and TT-30R (120V) ports to charge other devices.

Question 12

Q12: Does Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus support AC input and DC input charging at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Yes, F3800 Plus supports AC input and DC input, via its solar input ports, at the same time.

Question 13

Q13: When recharging F3800 Plus with a 120V generator via its Home Power Panel port, which AC output ports charge other devices?

Accepted Answer

When Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus recharges via a 120V generator through its Home Power Panel port, only the TT-30R (120V) port can charge other devices.

Question 14

Q14: Because Home Power Panel has two power station ports, can I connect F3800 Plus and a generator at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Either connect F3800 Plus to one Home Power Panel port and your 240V generator to the other, or connect two F3800 Plus power stations to Home Power Panel.

Question 15

Q15: Can I connect two F3800 Plus units using a Double Power Hub and then connect them to a generator?

Accepted Answer

No, because the Home Power Panel ports are already in use, so it's not possible to connect them to a generator. Also, when the Hub button activates, it deactivates the AC input and output ports.

Question 16

Q1: What are the differences between F3800 and F3800 Plus?

Accepted Answer

Anker SOLIX F3800 and F3800 Plus have different solar input capabilities and generator connection methods. Below is a detailed comparison of their specific differences:
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1. Solar Input
F3800 supports a solar input range of 11-60V, with a maximum current of 27A and a maximum input of 1,200W per port.
F3800 Plus supports a wider solar input range of 11-165V, with a maximum current of 17A and a maximum input of 1,600W per port.
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2. Generator Connection Method
F3800 can connect to a 120V generator with a pure sine wave output (THD &lt; 5%) as an alternative to grid power.
F3800 Plus can connect to a 240V / 120V generator via Home Power Panel port, offering more flexibility for higher voltage generators.
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3. EV Charging
F3800 charges EVs via both L14-30R and 14-50R output ports, providing compatibility with a wider range of electric vehicle charging setups.
F3800 Plus charges EVs through the L14-30R port only.
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4. TT-30R 120V Output Port
F3800 does not include a TT-30R 120V output port.
F3800 Plus includes a TT-30R 120V output port, making it more suitable for RV users and other devices requiring this specific port.
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5. 14-50R 240V Output Port
F3800 includes a 14-50R 240V output port, which is ideal for high-power appliances requiring 240V output.
F3800 Plus does not include a 14-50R 240V output port.

Question 17

Q2: What is the maximum power output of the AC output ports?

Accepted Answer

The AC output ports can deliver a maximum of 6,000W to connected devices. Each group of NEMA 5-20R AC output ports can deliver 2,400W (120V/20A) of power.

Question 18

Q3: Can the USB-C ports charge the power station (input capability), or are they output only?

Accepted Answer

The USB-C ports are output only.

Question 19

Q4: What are the basic specifications of Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus?

Accepted Answer

Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus has 3,480Wh battery capacity. It supports Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. It is not waterproof.
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Here are other specifications:
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Dimensions: 27.6 &times; 15.1 &times; 14.6\" (2.56\" wheels) / 702 &times; 383 &times; 370 mm (65mm wheels).
Weight: 135.6 lb / 61.5 kg.
Discharging Operating Temperature: -4&deg;F - 104&deg;F / -20&deg;C - 40&deg;C.
Charging Operating Temperature: 32&deg;F - 104&deg;F / 0&deg;C - 40&deg;C.

Question 20

Q5: What is the AC output of Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus?

Accepted Answer

The AC output of Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus varies in different countries and regions:
US: 6,000W Max, 120V/240V.

Question 21

Q6: For the US and Canadian versions, which ports can provide 240V, and what are their main uses?

Accepted Answer

For US and Canadian versions, the NEMA L14-30R port supports 240V. Use it for:
1. EV charging.
2. High-wattage appliances like washers and dryers.
3. Inlet boxes and transfer switches for outage backup power.
4. RVs.

Question 22

Q7: How many kW does Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus supply for EV charging?

Accepted Answer

EV charging power varies by country and region. In the US and Canada, it's as follows:
Max Output: 6,000W.
Max Voltage: 240V.
Max Amperage: 25A.

Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus Portable Power Station - 3,840Wh | 6,000W

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Tech Specs

3,840Wh

LFP, 3,000+ cycles

Up to 6 × Expansion Batteries (3.84kWh each)

120V~ 15A Max (< 3hrs) / 12A Max (continuous), 60Hz, L+N+PE

1800W Max

1440W Max

11-165V ⎓ 17A Max (1600W Max Each)

60V Max, 120A Max

12V ⎓ 10A

6000W Max (AC Input), 6000W Max (AC Output), 120V/240V, L1+L2+N+PE

6000W Max

120V~ 20A Max, 60Hz, 2400W Max

120V/240V~ 25A Max, 60Hz, 6000W Max

5V ⎓ 2.4A (12W Max Per Port)

5V ⎓ 3A / 9V ⎓ 3A / 15V ⎓ 3A / 20V ⎓ 3A / 20V ⎓ 5A (100W Max Per Port)

27.6×15.3×15.6 in (Including wheels)

136.7 lb

5-year warranty

3,840Wh

72.8 lb

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FAQ

Q1: Can I use F3800 and F3800 Plus with Double Power Hub at the same time?

Q2: Can I use F3800 and F3800 Plus with Home Power Panel at the same time?

Q3: Can Anker SOLIX F3800 and F3800 Plus be connected to Home Power Panel, Double Power Hub, and Transfer Switch simultaneously?

Q4: When can a generator and F3800 Plus be used together?

Q5: Which of F3800 Plus's AC output ports can be used under different input conditions?

Q6: What should I do when using a solar panel to charge my power station?

Q7: Can Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus be recharged using rooftop solar panels through Home Power Panel during an outage？

Q8: How do I charge my electric vehicle with Anker SOLIX F3800 Plus?