BLUETTI AC180: Runtime & Specs

The BLUETTI AC180 is a 1,152 Wh LiFePO4 power station with 1,800 W of continuous AC output and a 2,700 W surge rating. It runs a typical full-size fridge for about 17 hours.

Capacity1,152 WhLiFePO4

Output1,800 W2,700 W surge

Solar input500 W12–60 V

Weight35.3 lbnot expandable

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How long will the AC180 run your appliances?

Nonstop runtime for one device at a time, using typical US wattages and 85% inverter efficiency. Devices marked ✕ can't run on this model.

Estimated runtime by appliance for the BLUETTI AC180
Device	Avg draw	Runtime
LED light bulb	9 W	4.5 days
Phone charging	10 W	4.3 days
Wi-Fi router + modem	15 W	2.7 days
Laptop	50 W	20 hours
CPAP + humidifier	30 W	33 hours
CPAP with heated humidifier + humidifier	60 W	16 hours
Starlink Standard	90 W	11 hours
TV	100 W	9.8 hours
Mini fridge	29 W	34 hours
Refrigerator	58 W	17 hours
Chest freezer	29 W	34 hours
Sump pump (1/3 HP)	160 W	6.1 hours
Sump pump (1/2 HP)	210 W	4.7 hours
Window AC	225 W	4.4 hours
Drip coffee maker	1,000 W	59 min
Microwave	1,500 W	39 min
Space heater	750 W	1.3 hours
Well pump	33 W	Needs 240 V

Fridges, freezers, pumps and AC units cycle on and off, so we use their average draw. Want a mix of devices on a schedule? Use the runtime calculator.

What the AC180 can't power

Well pump (1/2 HP submersible): needs 240 V

Solar charging time

Hours of good sun to charge from empty, assuming panels deliver 75% of their rating.

Panels	Power in	Hours of sun
100 W of panels	75 W	15 hours
200 W of panels	150 W	7.7 hours
400 W of panels	300 W	3.8 hours
500 W of panels	375 W	3.1 hours

Check panel voltage and wiring with the solar charging calculator.

Full specifications

Battery capacity	1,152 Wh
Battery chemistry	LiFePO4 (LFP)
Continuous AC output	1,800 W
Surge (peak) output	2,700 W
Power Lifting (heating devices)	2,700 W
AC voltage	120V
AC outlets	4
USB-C ports	1 (up to 100 W)
USB-A ports	4
12 V car outlet	Yes
Max solar input	500 W
Solar voltage range	12–60 V
Solar max current	10 A
Max AC charging power	1,440 W
AC charging time (maker claim)	0–80% in 45 min (1,440W Turbo)
Expandable	No
UPS / EPS switchover	20 ms
Cycle life	3,500 cycles (to 80%)
Weight	35.3 lb
Warranty	5 years

Notes: Weight conflict: US page 35.27 lb; manual ~17 kg, Elite 100 V2 page 37 lb. B80/B230/B300 recharge it via Power Bank Mode (not true expansion). Manual PDF hosted by Home Depot.

Specs from BLUETTI's published documents, as of September 2026. Found an error? Tell us.

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Questions

How long will the BLUETTI AC180 run a refrigerator?

About 17 hours for a typical ENERGY STAR full-size fridge averaging 58 W, assuming 85% inverter efficiency. Older or larger fridges use more. Try your own numbers.

Can the BLUETTI AC180 run a microwave?

Yes. A typical 1,000 W microwave pulls about 1,500 W from the outlet, within its 1,800 W continuous output. A full battery gives about 39 min of cooking.

How long does the BLUETTI AC180 take to charge?

BLUETTI's published charging claim: “0–80% in 45 min (1,440W Turbo)”. Max AC charging power is 1,440 W. With solar, it accepts up to 500 W. With 500 W of panels that's roughly 3.1 hours of good sun from empty.

Is the BLUETTI AC180 expandable?

No. Its capacity is fixed at 1,152 Wh.

Does the BLUETTI AC180 work as a UPS?

BLUETTI lists a 20 ms switchover time, so it can keep devices like routers and computers running when the power drops. Check that your specific device tolerates the switch before relying on it for anything critical.