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(based on 5 ratings)
Brand: Celestron
Located in: Binoculars & Telescopes, Telescopes and Accessories, Telescope Accessories
Celestron Power Tank 12V Rechargeable Power Supply.
Review Snapshot®
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
3.2 stars
(based on 5 reviews)
60% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Best Uses:
Astronomy(4)
 
Engineering needs to rethink some parts
By saturnVerified Reviewer from Salem Oregon on 8/8/2010
Pros:
Easy To Use
Cons:
Poor Construction
Best Uses:
Astronomy, Yachting
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Celestron Celestron Power Tank 12V Rechargeable Power Supply.:

I purchased this in March 2008. Just recently the small flashlight stop working, push the button and nothing happens. Contacted Celestron, and of course they would not help since it was out of warranty by 5 months. Found out that when you push the button it engages a plastic gear, and two plastic "catches" engage the gear to rotate the metal contact for power. The two plastic catches broke off-and will never work. This is of poor engineering design, since this part is always used when activating the flashlight.

 
I like it so far
By SaturntitanVerified Purchaser from Springfield, Oregon on 4/2/2008
Pros:
Strong Construction
Best Uses:
Astronomy, Boating, Low Visibility, Power outages
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Celestron Celestron Power Tank 12V Rechargeable Power Supply.:

I use this for astronomy to power my telescope. I noticed that I can also power some essential equipment if the power goes out, so it has some great uses.

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
Reliable and Serves Many Needs
By JEPVerified Reviewer from Rego Park, NYC, NY on 3/11/2007
Pros:
Great Utility, Strong Construction
Cons:
Slightly HeavyBulky
Best Uses:
Astronomy, Low Visibility, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Amateur Astronomer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Celestron Celestron Power Tank 12V Rechargeable Power Supply.:

I have used this product mostly with my Meade and Vixen mounts. The light comes in handy when setting up and breaking down the equipment. Also great for security in checking around the observing site. I got the power tank in August 2003. It still works just fine.

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Crummy power supply
By R from CO on 2/8/2007
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Celestron Celestron Power Tank 12V Rechargeable Power Supply.:

Lousy quality. Lights did not work when I received the power supply. I elected to fix it myself rather than go through the time and expense of sending it back. Had to dismantle it, fix several bad connections, and re-assemble. Took me an hour. What junk!

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
Celestron Power Tank takes charge
By astrosciVerified Purchaser from Marathon, nY on 2/5/2007
Pros:
Reliable
Best Uses:
Astronomy, Extra power source
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Celestron Celestron Power Tank 12V Rechargeable Power Supply.:

The power tank has worked reliably and eliminated the need for replacable batteries for my telescope and accessories. The bright light has come in handy when being approached by wild animals in remote sites. The red light with the flash option has been useful to look for dropped parts or to let people know where I am. The charge holds up well and I have found it to be trouble free.

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