MattJenko Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 Morning All, Just a question regarding imaging out at dark sites. I currently image from my garden, or at places where there is mains power. How do people power their laptops out in the field, as my laptop battery certainly will not last more than a few hours away from a plug socket? Thanks Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cloudsweeper Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 I use the Halford's Phaze Jumpstart unit - it has 2 x 12V vehicular sockets (one powers the 'scope). It also has a USB socket which could power my tablet (controlling the GoTo) if necessary. That could power your laptop. There is also a bright white lamp for when you pack away. 17Ah. A great unit - no problems yet! Doug. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Physopto Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 Duracell do 12 volt to whatever voltage convertors(DC/DC) for many different laptops. I have had one for some time. Seem good quality. I also use a LiFePo4 Tracer battery, but not cheap. You could do as I did before use a 55Ah 12 volt gel Golf Buggy battery. Heavy but safer than ordinary lead acid, as spill proof. Derek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davey-T Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 I've got a few of these, you need to get the right one for your laptop. Dave http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/65W-Lavolta-Car-Adapter-Laptop-Charger-for-Toshiba-Satellite-C50-C50D-C70-C70D-/171330772950?hash=item27e41c1fd6:g:1VkAAOxyZzlTdMzh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony72 Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 Hi Matt There is a thread on this at Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kendg Posted May 31, 2016 Share Posted May 31, 2016 Small 2000 watt generator. At least 8 hours on a fill. Powers the laptop, camera and mount. Might have to try a small coffee pot sometime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkVIIIMarc Posted May 31, 2016 Share Posted May 31, 2016 Does anyone lug about a car battery? In the past when I had a fish tank I would use my 68's battery and an inverter to run the heater and filter. If I recall it would work for 8 to 12 hours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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