Can the Jackery Explorer 240 v2 Run a Portable Air Conditioner?
Updated 2026-10-17 · No
No. A portable air conditioner draws about 1000W, more than the Jackery Explorer 240 v2’s 300W continuous AC output. The inverter will overload and shut off as soon as it switches on.
The numbers
| Battery capacity | 256Wh (LFP) |
|---|---|
| Usable energy | 218Wh (85% via AC outlets) |
| Continuous AC output | 300W |
| Surge rating | 600W |
| Portable air conditioner running watts | 1000W |
| Startup watts | 2500W |
| Average draw | 700W |
| Estimated runtime | Won’t run |
| Energy per day of typical use | 5.6 kWh |
Station specs: source, checked 2026-10-17. See how we calculate runtime.
Adjust the numbers
Check the label on your portable air conditioner and enter its real wattage.
Recharging with solar
The Jackery Explorer 240 v2 accepts up to 100W of solar input. In real conditions that harvests about 375Wh on a sunny day (5 peak-sun hours).
Tips
- Portable ACs (10,000 BTU class) are less efficient than window units because they vent hot air through a hose.
- The Jackery Explorer 240 v2 uses LiFePO4 (LFP) cells, rated for thousands of cycles, so running it down daily won’t wear it out quickly.
Other power stations running a portable air conditioner
| Power station | Capacity | Output | Runtime | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EcoFlow River 3 | 245Wh | 300W | Won’t run | No |
| EcoFlow River 2 | 256Wh | 300W | Won’t run | No |
| Bluetti EB3A | 268Wh | 600W | Won’t run | No |
| Jackery Explorer 300 Plus | 288Wh | 300W | Won’t run | No |
| Anker SOLIX C300 | 288Wh | 300W | Won’t run | No |
| Goal Zero Yeti 500X | 505Wh | 300W | Won’t run | No |
| EcoFlow River 2 Max | 512Wh | 500W | Won’t run | No |
| Anker 535 PowerHouse | 512Wh | 500W | Won’t run | No |
FAQ
How long does the Jackery Explorer 240 v2 take to recharge with solar?
With its maximum 100W of solar input it refills in about 3.4 hours of strong sun. A single 200W panel is enough to max out its solar input.
Which power station can run a portable air conditioner?
The EcoFlow Delta 2 (1024Wh, 1800W output) can, for about 1.2 hours. See the comparison table below for more options.