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GROWATT HELIOS 3600

GROWATT HELIOS 3600

GROWATT HELIOS 3600 Portable Power Station, 3600Wh LFP Solar Generator | Expandable up to 36kWh capacity, 240V/7200W AC Output. Delivers steady electric power for whole house backup emergency use

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A 3,686 Wh LiFePO4 power station with 3,600 W output, rated for 4,000 cycles, and with six AC outlets including a 240V outlet and an RV TT-30. It is among the largest in capacity and output, and also among the heaviest at 99 lbs (45 kg), though it has built-in wheels. Two units can be paired for 240V/7200W, so it suits home backup or large RV setups rather than light camping.

Price
$1,198.98
Brand
GROWATT
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Comparing this product to others on Nomad Gear Finder (in the portable power stations category with a value specified):

  • This product's Battery capacity is higher than 94% of 138 others: 3,686 Wh
  • This product's USB-C ports count is higher than 94% of 128 others: 4
  • This product's 12V DC outlets count is higher than 90% of 121 others: 4
  • This product's Weight is higher than 94% of 138 others: 99.00 lbs (45.00 kg)
  • This product's Length is higher than 90% of 139 others: 20.40 in. (518 mm)
  • This product's Depth/Height is higher than 93% of 139 others: 16.50 in. (419 mm)

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Specifications

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Model
HELIOS 3600
Manufacturer page
Link
User manual
Link

Core specs

Battery capacity
3,686 Wh
Battery capacity
72 Ah
Output wattage
3,600 W
Cycle lifespan
4,000 Cycles
Battery chemistry
LiFePO4

Internals

UPS switchover
20 ms
Voltage
120 V
Frequency
60 Hz
App connectivity
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

Outlets

AC outlets count
6
AC outlets description
4 x 120V/20A, 1 x 120V/30A NEMA TT-30, 1 x 240V (NEMA 6-20), 3,600W In Total, 50/60Hz
USB-A ports count
2
USB-A ports description
2 x 18W Max., 5V/2.4A, 9V/2A, 12V/1.5A
USB-C ports count
4
USB-C ports description
4 x 100W Max.
12V DC outlets count
4
12V DC outlets description
1 x 13.2V/10A (Car Outlet), 132W Max., 2 x DC5521 Port 13.2V/3A, 1 x 13.2V/30A Anderson Port, 396W Max.
240V output
Yes
RV TT-30 outlet
Yes

Charging

Max charging input
3,600 W
AC charging input
1,800W Max. (120V), 3,600W Max. (240V), 14.5A
AC charging time
≈3 Hours (120V), ≈1.5 Hours (240V)
Solar charging input
2,000W Max., 12-60V
Solar input voltage
12 to 60V DC
Solar charging time
≈2.5 Hours (2,000W)
Car charging input
12/24V, 8A Max. from Cigarette Lighter Port

Temperature Range

Charging temp min
32 ℉
Charging temp max
113 ℉
Charging temp min
0 ℃
Charging temp max
45 ℃
Discharging temp min
-4 ℉
Discharging temp max
113 ℉
Discharging temp min
-20 ℃
Discharging temp max
45 ℃
Storage temp min
-4 ℉
Storage temp max
113 ℉
Storage temp min
-20 ℃
Storage temp max
45 ℃

Physical Attributes

Weight
99.00 lbs
Weight
45.00 kg
Length
20.40 in.
Length
518 mm
Width
12.30 in.
Width
313 mm
Depth/Height
16.50 in.
Depth/Height
419 mm
Built-in wheels
Yes

Certifications

Certifications summary
FCC Part 15 Class A statement, ISED/IC CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A) statements
FCC Part 15 compliant
Yes

More specifications

Warranty
5 Years

Features

Details from the GROWATT HELIOS 3600 Amazon listing:

  • 【Emergency Electric Generator with Extended Runtime】3600W output and 3600Wh (3.6kWh) LFP battery, providing up to 15 hours of power for daily home devices (routers, lights) and 1-3 days of emergency power for fridges. Backed by Growatt’s professional inverter technology, it delivers stable power, making it the perfect backup generator for home use and power outages, ensuring reliability when you need it most.
  • 【High-Performance Expandable Backup Battery】Connect two units in parallel to get 240V/7200W power, capable of running heavy appliances (AC, dryers, pumps) or using a transfer switch for whole-house backup (covering 99% of power needs). Expandable up to 36kWh, it provides up to 7 days of home power, preparing you for long-duration outages. Plug-and-play expansion, no professional installation required.
  • 【Quick Response & All-Weather Reliability】<15ms EPS switchover seamlessly switches to battery power during outages, keeping critical loads (servers, medical devices) running. With cold start technology, it operates efficiently even in storms and snow down to -22°F, adapting to extreme weather conditions.
  • 【Fast-Charging Solar-Powered Generator】2000W efficient solar charging fully charges in 2.8 hours, providing renewable energy during long outages. AC charging offers dual-voltage flexibility: 3 hours at 120V or 1.5 hours at 240V; AC-DC hybrid charging enables 3600W fast charging, fully charged in under 1.5 hours.
  • 【Budget-Saving & Easy DIY Installation】With app intelligent energy control, maximize solar power to reduce grid usage or optimize charging/discharging during off-peak hours to save electricity costs. Equipped with Anderson ports, NEMA TT-30 output, and 16 plug-and-play ports, it’s easy to connect to outdoor gear and loads—perfect for DIY off-grid systems (small businesses, RVs, boats) with low cost and easy installation.
  • 【Long-Lasting, Safe Power & Trusted Service】Equipped with EV-grade LFP cells, advanced BMS technology, and smart algorithms, it retains 80% capacity after 4000 cycles, ensuring 10 years of stable use. Backed by Growatt’s global leading reputation in residential solar and inverter industry, you get proven quality, US-based responsive service, and UL certification for peace of mind.

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Model HELIOS 3600 HomePower 3000 Elite 400 F3000LFP
Popular brand – Yes Yes No
Battery capacity (Wh) 3,686 3,072 3,840 3,072
Battery capacity (Ah) 72 60 100 60
Output wattage (W) 3,600 3,600 2,600 3,600
Peak wattage (W) – 7,200 3,900 4,500
Pass-through charging – Yes Yes Yes
Cycle lifespan 4,000 Cycles 4,000+ Cycles to 70% Original Capacity 3,000+ Cycles to 80% Original Capacity 3,500+ Cycles to 80% Original Capacity
Max expanded capacity (Wh) – 0 0 10,752
Battery chemistry LiFePO4 LiFePO4 LiFePO4 LiFePO4
Solar charge controller – – – MPPT
Inverter type – Pure Sine Wave Pure Sine Wave Pure Sine Wave
UPS switchover (ms) 20 20 15 20
Voltage (V) 120 120 120 120
Frequency (Hz) 60 60 60 60
Noise level (dB) – 30 – –
App connectivity Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
AC outlets count 6 5 4 6
AC outlets description 4 x 120V/20A, 1 x 120V/30A NEMA TT-30, 1 x 240V (NEMA 6-20), 3,600W In Total, 50/60Hz 4 x 120V/20A, 1 x 120V/30A NEMA TT-30, 3,600W In Total 2,600W in Total, 120V, 50/60Hz 6 x 100-120V AC Outlet, 30A Max., 3,600W In Total, 4,500W Surge, 50/60Hz
USB-A ports count 2 2 2 2
USB-A ports description 2 x 18W Max., 5V/2.4A, 9V/2A, 12V/1.5A 2 ×18W (Each Port) 2 x 15W, 5V/3A 2 x 18W (Each Port)
USB-C ports count 4 2 2 2
USB-C ports description 4 x 100W Max. 2 ×100W Max. 2 ×100W Max. –
12V DC outlets count 4 1 1 3
12V DC outlets description 1 x 13.2V/10A (Car Outlet), 132W Max., 2 x DC5521 Port 13.2V/3A, 1 x 13.2V/30A Anderson Port, 396W Max. 1 x 12V/10A (Car Outlet) 1 x 12V/10A (Car Outlet), 120W Max. 1 x 12V/10A (Car Outlet), 2 x DC5525 Port 12V/5A
48V DC outlets count – 0 – –
240V output Yes No No No
RV TT-30 outlet Yes Yes – –
Max charging input (W) 3,600 2,500 2,800 2,800
AC charging input 1,800W Max. (120V), 3,600W Max. (240V), 14.5A 15A Max., 100-120V 1,800W Max. 1,800W Max., 15A, 100-120V
AC charging time ≈3 Hours (120V), ≈1.5 Hours (240V) ≈2.2 Hours (AC), ≈1.7 Hours (AC + DC) ≈2.5 Hours (1,800W), 80% in 1.9 Hours ≈2 Hours
Solar inputs count – 2 1 1
Solar charging input 2,000W Max., 12-60V 1,000W Max., 16V-60V, 24A Max. 1,000W Max., 12V-60V, 20A Max. 1,600W Max., 25V-120V, 25A Max.
Solar input voltage 12 to 60V DC 16 to 60V DC 12 to 60V DC 25 to 120V DC
Solar charging time ≈2.5 Hours (2,000W) 80% in ≈9 Hours (2 x 200W) ≈6 Hours (1000W) ≈2.3 Hours (1,600W)
Solar panel connector – DC8020 XT60 XT60 (MC4 to XT60 solar charging cable included)
Car charging input 12/24V, 8A Max. from Cigarette Lighter Port 12-16V, 8A Max. from Cigarette Lighter Port 12/24V from Cigarette Lighter Port DC 24V
Car charging time – ≈36 Hours (12V) – –
Alternator charging – Yes Yes –
Charging temp min (℉) 32 32 32 32
Charging temp max (℉) 113 113 104 113
Charging temp min (℃) 0 0 0 0
Charging temp max (℃) 45 45 40 45
Discharging temp min (℉) -4 5 -4 14
Discharging temp max (℉) 113 113 104 113
Discharging temp min (℃) -20 -15 -20 -10
Discharging temp max (℃) 45 45 40 45
Storage temp min (℉) -4 -4 -4 -4
Storage temp max (℉) 113 113 113 113
Storage temp min (℃) -20 -20 -20 -20
Storage temp max (℃) 45 45 45 45
Weight (lbs) 99.00 60.00 86.00 63.30
Weight (kg) 45.00 27.00 39.00 28.70
Length (in.) 20.40 16.40 16.80 19.30
Length (mm) 518 416 427 489
Width (in.) 12.30 12.80 11.30 11.60
Width (mm) 313 325 286 295
Depth/Height (in.) 16.50 12.00 19.30 11.10
Depth/Height (mm) 419 305 490 282
Built-in wheels Yes No Yes No
IP rating – – IP20 –
Certifications summary FCC Part 15 Class A statement, ISED/IC CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A) statements FCC Part 15 Class B statement FCC Part 15 Class B and ISED/IC compliance statement –
FCC Part 15 compliant Yes Yes Yes –
Warranty 5 Years 3 Years, +2 Years with Registration 5 Years 2+3 Years

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Specifications last updated Oct 20, 2026.