BLUETTI AC180P Portable Power Station: 1,800W, 1,440Wh
The BLUETTI AC180P is a 1,440Wh LiFePO₄ portable power station with 1,800W of pure sine wave output, two 230V AC outlets and 500W solar input. Turbo charging takes it from 0 to 80% in about 45 minutes, making it a practical choice for NZ camping, campervans and home backup.
Key Features and Benefits
1,800W output with 2,700W Power Lifting Mode
The pure sine wave inverter delivers 1,800W continuous, enough for laptops, TVs, lights, routers, fans, small kitchen appliances and power tools. Power Lifting Mode runs resistive heating devices rated up to 2,700W, such as hair dryers, space heaters and electric blankets.
1,440Wh LiFePO₄ battery
Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO₄) cells are rated for 3,500+ cycles to 80% of original capacity, so the AC180P holds up to years of regular use. The built-in battery management system protects against overcharging, overheating and short circuits.
0–80% in about 45 minutes
Turbo Charging draws up to 1,440W from a standard wall socket for a full charge in roughly 1.3 to 1.8 hours. Standard mode (about 1,000W) and a quiet 45dB Silent mode (260W) are available through the BLUETTI app.
Solar charging up to 500W
Connect solar panels with MC4 connectors (12–60V open circuit voltage, 500W max). With ideal sun, 500W of panels charges the AC180P in about 2.8 to 3.3 hours.
Ten outputs for every device
Power everything at once through 230V AC outlets, a 100W USB-C port, four USB-A ports, a regulated 12V/10A car outlet and a 15W wireless charging pad for your phone.
Pass-through charging and app control
Run devices while the AC180P charges. Monitor battery level, switch charging modes and control outputs from the BLUETTI app over Bluetooth.
Who Is the AC180P For in New Zealand?
- Camping and road trips: run lights, fans, a portable fridge and charge phones and cameras at freedom camping spots and DOC campsites.
- Campervans and caravans: top up quickly at a powered site, then charge from solar or your vehicle’s 12V socket on the road.
- Home backup: keep the modem, lights, phones, laptops and TV running during storm-related power cuts.
- Tradies and remote work: run tools and chargers on sites without mains power.
The AC180P is not waterproof and must be kept upright during storage and transport. It can’t be charged below 0°C, so bring it indoors before recharging on frosty mornings.
Need something lighter? See the BLUETTI AC70P (1,000W, 864Wh). Need more capacity? Compare the BLUETTI AC200PL (2,400W, 2,304Wh) or the Apex 300.
How Long Will the AC180P Run My Devices?
BLUETTI’s runtime formula is: 1,440Wh × 90% depth of discharge × 85% inverter efficiency ÷ (device power + 15W self-consumption). That gives about 1,100Wh of usable AC energy.
| Continuous AC load | Estimated runtime |
|---|---|
| 50W (lights, modem, phone charging) | About 17 hours |
| 100W (laptop and TV) | About 9.5 hours |
| 300W (small appliances) | About 3.5 hours |
| 1,000W (power tools, microwave) | About 1.1 hours |
Estimates are for reference only. The formula doesn’t apply to appliances with compressors, such as fridges and air conditioners, whose power draw cycles on and off.
BLUETTI AC180P Specifications
| Battery capacity | 1,440Wh (40V, 36Ah) |
|---|---|
| Battery type | LiFePO₄ (lithium iron phosphate) |
| Cycle life | 3,500+ cycles to 80% original capacity |
| AC outlets | 2 × 230V, 1,800W total |
| Inverter type | Pure sine wave |
| Surge / Power Lifting | 2,700W |
| USB-C | 1 × 100W max |
| USB-A | 4 × 5V/3A (15W total per pair) |
| 12V DC | 1 × 12V/10A car outlet (regulated) |
| Wireless charging | 1 × 15W max |
| AC input | Turbo 1,440W; Standard 1,000W max; Silent 260W |
| Solar input | 500W max, 12–60V VOC, 10A, MC4 |
| Car input | 12/24V from cigarette lighter socket |
| AC charge time (Turbo) | About 1.3–1.8 hours (0–80% in about 45 minutes) |
| Solar charge time (500W) | About 2.8–3.3 hours in ideal conditions |
| Car charge time (12V/24V) | About 12–12.5 hours / 6.3–6.8 hours |
| Pass-through charging | Yes |
| App control | BLUETTI app via Bluetooth |
| Weight | About 16kg |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 340 × 247 × 317mm |
| Charging temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
| Discharging temperature | -20°C to 40°C (1,500W max from 30°C to 40°C) |
| Storage temperature | -20°C to 40°C |
| Warranty | 5 years |
What’s in the Box
- 1 × BLUETTI AC180P portable power station
- [CONFIRM: AC charging cable]
- [CONFIRM: car charging cable]
- [CONFIRM: solar charging cable]
- 1 × user manual
- 1 × grounding screw
Warranty and Support in New Zealand
The AC180P comes with a 5-year BLUETTI warranty. Your purchase is also covered by your rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993. For help choosing solar panels, checking what your appliances will run or making a warranty claim, contact the Cybotix Energy team.
What appliances can the BLUETTI AC180P run?
The AC180P runs appliances with a combined draw of up to 1,800W, including laptops, TVs, lights, fans, routers, small kitchen appliances and power tools. In Power Lifting Mode, it can run resistive heating devices rated up to 2,700W, such as hair dryers, space heaters and electric blankets. Don’t use Power Lifting Mode for air conditioners or washing machines.
How long will the AC180P run my devices?
The AC180P provides roughly 1,100Wh of usable AC energy, based on BLUETTI’s 90% depth of discharge and 85% inverter efficiency. That runs a 100W load for about 9.5 hours, a 300W load for about 3.5 hours, or a 1,000W load for about an hour. Fridges and other compressor appliances vary, so treat these figures as a guide.
How fast does the AC180P charge from a wall socket?
In Turbo Charging mode, the AC180P draws up to 1,440W and charges from 0 to 80% in about 45 minutes, or fully in about 1.3 to 1.8 hours. You can switch modes in the BLUETTI app. Standard mode (about 1,000W) takes 1.7 to 2.2 hours, and Silent mode (260W, 45dB) takes about 5 hours.
Can I charge the AC180P with solar panels?
Yes, the AC180P accepts up to 500W of solar input from panels with MC4 connectors and a total open circuit voltage of 12 to 60V. In ideal sun, a 500W array charges it in about 2.8 to 3.3 hours. BLUETTI recommends one PV420 or PV350 panel, or two PV200 panels. Real-world charge times vary with season and location.
Can I expand the AC180P’s battery capacity?
No, the AC180P doesn’t support expansion batteries directly. You can recharge it from a BLUETTI B80, B230 or B300 battery using Power Bank Mode, which gives you more energy in total. The B80 connects with an Aviation to DC7909 cable, and the B230 and B300 connect with a P090D cable, both sold separately.
Can I use the AC180P while it’s charging?
Yes, the AC180P supports pass-through charging, so you can power devices while it recharges from the wall, solar panels or your car. This is useful at powered campsites or when running gear from solar during the day. The combined load must stay within the 1,800W output limit.
Can I use or charge the AC180P in cold New Zealand weather?
You can use the AC180P to power devices down to -20°C, but you can’t charge it below 0°C. On frosty mornings in the South Island high country or while camping in winter, bring it inside or into a heated vehicle before recharging. Above 30°C, maximum AC output drops to 1,500W.
What warranty does the BLUETTI AC180P have in NZ?
The BLUETTI AC180P comes with a 5-year manufacturer warranty. In New Zealand, your purchase is also covered by your rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993. If you have any problem with your power station, contact Cybotix Energy and our team will help you with troubleshooting or a warranty claim.
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