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Klein Tools KTB1000 Portable Power Station

Model: KTB1000 · SKU: KTB1000

Prepared Nov 12, 2026

Common specifications

Rated capacityNot documented
Usable capacityNot documented
Battery voltage
10.8 VSource [2]
Rated capacity
91 AhSource [2]
Continuous output
1.5 kWCalculatedSource [2]
AC output voltage
120 VSource [2]
Maximum AC chargingNot documented
PV input limitNot documented
Transfer timeNot documented
Continuous discharge currentNot documented
Continuous charge currentNot documented
Peak discharge currentNot documented
Timed peak outputNot documented
Dimensions
274 W × 264 H × 401 L mm10.8 W × 10.4 H × 15.8 L in convertedCalculatedSource [2]
Weight
19.8 kg43.7 lb convertedSource [2]
CommunicationsNot documented
TerminalsNot documented
EnclosureNot documented
Chemistry
Lithium-ionSource [1, 2]
Cycle life
500 cycles to 80% capacitySource [2]
Solar input voltage
13 to 30 VSource [2]
MPPT voltage rangeNot documented
Maximum PV voltageNot documented
AC charge inputNot documented
Enclosure volume29.01 L** Calculated from recorded external dimensions
Warranty termNot documented

All recorded specifications

AC output voltage
120 VDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "120V each outlet".

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, AC Output

Printed as "120V each outlet".

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, AC Output

[2]
Battery capacity
983 WhDocumented claim
Conditions

Klein Tools' manual prints "983Wh, 91Ah (10.8V) BATTERY CAPACITY" on its cover and "The Watt-hour rating is 983 Wh" under Transportation; its General Specifications print the nominal capacity as "982.8Wh (91Ah / 10.8V)". Manufacturer claim, not an independent test. Re-cited on 29 October 2026 to the manufacturer's own document; previously cited to U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (cpsc.gov), which stays listed as an additional source.

Location: PDF page 1, cover; PDF page 2, General Specifications, Transportation

Klein Tools' manual prints "983Wh, 91Ah (10.8V) BATTERY CAPACITY" on its cover and "The Watt-hour rating is 983 Wh" under Transportation; its General Specifications print the nominal capacity as "982.8Wh (91Ah / 10.8V)". Manufacturer claim, not an independent test. Re-cited on 29 October 2026 to the manufacturer's own document; previously cited to U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (cpsc.gov), which stays listed as an additional source.

Location: PDF page 1, cover; PDF page 2, General Specifications, Transportation

[1, 2]
Battery voltage
10.8 VDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "Capacity (Nominal): 982.8Wh (91Ah / 10.8V)"; the battery's nominal voltage.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Capacity (Nominal)

Printed as "Capacity (Nominal): 982.8Wh (91Ah / 10.8V)"; the battery's nominal voltage.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Capacity (Nominal)

[2]
Cell format
18650Documented claim
Conditions

Printed as "Cell Type: 18650".

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Cell Type

Printed as "Cell Type: 18650".

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Cell Type

[2]
Charging temperature
0 to 40 °C32 to 104 °F convertedDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "Charging Temp: 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)".

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Charging Temp

Printed as "Charging Temp: 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)".

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Charging Temp

[2]
Chemistry
Lithium-ionDocumented claim
Conditions

Klein Tools' manual prints "Cell Chemistry: Li-Ion" and "Cell Type: 18650". Re-cited on 29 October 2026 to the manufacturer's own document; previously cited to U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (cpsc.gov), which stays listed as an additional source.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Cell Chemistry

Klein Tools' manual prints "Cell Chemistry: Li-Ion" and "Cell Type: 18650". Re-cited on 29 October 2026 to the manufacturer's own document; previously cited to U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (cpsc.gov), which stays listed as an additional source.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Cell Chemistry

[1, 2]
Continuous output
1.5 kWCalculated1500 W x 0.001 = 1.5 kW
Conditions

Printed as "AC Output: 120V each outlet, 1500W shared / 3000W peak"; 1.5 kW is the printed 1500 W shared AC output converted.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, AC Output

Printed as "AC Output: 120V each outlet, 1500W shared / 3000W peak"; 1.5 kW is the printed 1500 W shared AC output converted.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, AC Output

[2]
Cycle life
500 cycles to 80% capacityDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "Life Expectancy: 500 cycles to 80% capacity typical (depending on use and care)"; test conditions not stated. Manufacturer claim, not an independent test.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Life Expectancy

Printed as "Life Expectancy: 500 cycles to 80% capacity typical (depending on use and care)"; test conditions not stated. Manufacturer claim, not an independent test.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Life Expectancy

[2]
Cycle rating end-of-life capacity
80 %Documented claim
Conditions

Printed as "500 cycles to 80% capacity typical"; the cycle life ends at 80% of capacity as printed.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Life Expectancy

Printed as "500 cycles to 80% capacity typical"; the cycle life ends at 80% of capacity as printed.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Life Expectancy

[2]
Dimensions
274 W × 264 H × 401 L mm10.8 W × 10.4 H × 15.8 L in convertedCalculated40.1 x 27.4 x 26.4 cm x 10 = 401 x 274 x 264 mm (printed order; axes not labeled)
Conditions

Printed as "Dimensions: 15.8" × 10.8" × 10.4" (40.1 × 27.4 × 26.4 cm)"; the stored millimeter values are the centimeter figures converted, in the printed order (the manual does not label the axes).

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Dimensions

Printed as "Dimensions: 15.8" × 10.8" × 10.4" (40.1 × 27.4 × 26.4 cm)"; the stored millimeter values are the centimeter figures converted, in the printed order (the manual does not label the axes).

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Dimensions

[2]
Operating temperature
-10 to 40 °C14 to 104 °F convertedDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "Operating Temp: 14° to 104°F (-10° to 40°C)".

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Operating Temp

Printed as "Operating Temp: 14° to 104°F (-10° to 40°C)".

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Operating Temp

[2]
Other compliance claims
FCC, UN38.3, DOE/CEC, NRCANDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "Standards: FCC, UN38.3, DOE/CEC, NRCAN": the manufacturer's list; no issuer record reviewed.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Standards

Printed as "Standards: FCC, UN38.3, DOE/CEC, NRCAN": the manufacturer's list; no issuer record reviewed.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Standards

[2]
Output waveform
Pure sine waveDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "the ability to supply 1500W of pure sine wave AC power via the four on-board AC outlets".

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, introduction

Printed as "the ability to supply 1500W of pure sine wave AC power via the four on-board AC outlets".

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, introduction

[2]
Ports
4 × AC outlets: 120V each outlet, 1500W shared / 3000W peak; DC Output (12V car port): 12V, 10A maximum; USB Output (total output 210W): USB-A: 3 × 12W (5V/2.4A), USB-C PD: 3 × 60W (20V/3A, 15V/3A, 12V/3A, 9V/3A, 5V/3A); 8mm Input: 13-30V DC, 10A, 200W maximum; APP Port Input: 13-30V DC, 30A maximum, 400W maximum; Dual Input: 8mm Port, 150W maximum, APP Port, 400W maximumDocumented claim
Conditions

Inputs and outputs as the General Specifications print them, in the order published; the four AC outlets are named in the introduction. The two wall chargers (Fast Charger 288W, Mobile Charger 120W) are separate adapters.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, input and output rows

Inputs and outputs as the General Specifications print them, in the order published; the four AC outlets are named in the introduction. The two wall chargers (Fast Charger 288W, Mobile Charger 120W) are separate adapters.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, input and output rows

[2]
PV input current / MPPT
30 ADocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "The KTB1000 will limit the incoming current to the charging circuit to 30A and 400 Watts." (APP port).

Location: PDF page 5, Solar Panel Input

Printed as "The KTB1000 will limit the incoming current to the charging circuit to 30A and 400 Watts." (APP port).

Location: PDF page 5, Solar Panel Input

[2]
Rated AC output
1,500 WDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "AC Output: 120V each outlet, 1500W shared / 3000W peak": 1500 W shared across the four AC outlets. Manufacturer claim, not an independent test.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, AC Output

Printed as "AC Output: 120V each outlet, 1500W shared / 3000W peak": 1500 W shared across the four AC outlets. Manufacturer claim, not an independent test.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, AC Output

[2]
Rated capacity
91 AhDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "Capacity (Nominal): 982.8Wh (91Ah / 10.8V)".

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Capacity (Nominal)

Printed as "Capacity (Nominal): 982.8Wh (91Ah / 10.8V)".

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Capacity (Nominal)

[2]
Solar input limit
400 WDocumented claim
Conditions

Solar charging is through the APP port (DC2): the manual prints "The input will allow voltage ranges from 13-30V and maximum input power of 400W" and "The KTB1000 will limit the incoming current to the charging circuit to 30A and 400 Watts." Manufacturer claim.

Location: PDF page 4, Solar Charging Using APP Port; PDF page 5, Solar Panel Input

Solar charging is through the APP port (DC2): the manual prints "The input will allow voltage ranges from 13-30V and maximum input power of 400W" and "The KTB1000 will limit the incoming current to the charging circuit to 30A and 400 Watts." Manufacturer claim.

Location: PDF page 4, Solar Charging Using APP Port; PDF page 5, Solar Panel Input

[2]
Solar input voltage
13 to 30 VDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "The KTB1000 APP® input is capable of a variable input from 13V to 30V DC." and "It will not accept a voltage higher than 30V."

Location: PDF page 5, Solar Panel Input

Printed as "The KTB1000 APP® input is capable of a variable input from 13V to 30V DC." and "It will not accept a voltage higher than 30V."

Location: PDF page 5, Solar Panel Input

[2]
Storage temperature
-20 to 45 °C-4 to 113 °F convertedDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "Storage Temp: -4° to 113°F (-20° to 45°C)"; the manual also says to charge every 3 months in storage.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Storage Temp

Printed as "Storage Temp: -4° to 113°F (-20° to 45°C)"; the manual also says to charge every 3 months in storage.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Storage Temp

[2]
Surge AC output
3,000 WDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "1500W shared / 3000W peak"; the manual prints no duration for the peak.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, AC Output

Printed as "1500W shared / 3000W peak"; the manual prints no duration for the peak.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, AC Output

[2]
USB c port power
60 WDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "USB-C PD: 3 × 60W (20V/3A, 15V/3A, 12V/3A, 9V/3A, 5V/3A)": each of three USB-C ports; total USB output printed as 210W.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, USB Output

Printed as "USB-C PD: 3 × 60W (20V/3A, 15V/3A, 12V/3A, 9V/3A, 5V/3A)": each of three USB-C ports; total USB output printed as 210W.

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, USB Output

[2]
Weight
19.8 kg43.7 lb convertedDocumented claim
Conditions

Printed as "Weight: 43.7lbs (19.8kg)".

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Weight

Printed as "Weight: 43.7lbs (19.8kg)".

Location: PDF page 2, General Specifications, Weight

[2]

Warranty

Certificate records

No records documented.

Sources and revisions

  1. U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 24-067: Klein Tools Recalls Blackfire and Klein Tools Power Stations Due to Fire and Burn Hazards (December 21, 2023)Issuer record · Checked https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Klein-Tools-Recalls-Blackfire-and-Klein-Tools-Power-Stations-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards
  2. Klein Tools KTB1000 Portable Power Station instruction manual (English, Spanish and French; 1390372 Rev. 10/21 D)Official instruction manual · Revision 1390372 Rev. 10/21 D · Checked https://data.kleintools.com/sites/all/product_assets/documents/instructions/klein/KTB1000%20Instructions%20WR.pdf