Written by Dohne Damons
Affordable solutions for Wi-Fi during load shedding can easily be described as a priority requirement even if it is just for recreational use.
We experienced 205 days of load shedding in 2022 and so far in 2023 we’ve experienced daily power cuts.
Even though Necom laws to fast-track plant development are being reported, it is likely that things will not improve any time soon. The next best option is to spend money on alternative energy solutions.
Uninterrupted power supplies are flying off shop floors and online stores are also struggling with supply and demand. With so many UPS options available it’s easy to make a poor decision.
Here is a list of Wi-Fi UPS solutions that have received favourable user reviews:
Titan
- Titan Elecstor 100W Mini UPS 24000mAh
- Titan Portable 18W Mini Rechargeable Battery Backup UPS 12000mAh
- Titan Portable 30W Mini Rechargeable Battery Backup UPS 10000mAh
Each Titan UPS has a LiFeP04 battery.
What is a LiFeP04 battery?
“The lithium iron phosphate battery (LiFePO4 battery) or LFP battery (lithium ferrophosphate), is a type of rechargeable battery, specifically a lithium-ion battery, using LiFePO4 as the cathode material, and a graphitic carbon electrode with a metallic backing as the anode,” Lithium Batteries South Africa.
You can find out more about the advantages and disadvantages of the LFP battery here: Lithium Batteries South Africa.
One of the greatest advantages for anyone who doesn’t care to understand how the battery actually works is that it has a “longer cycle life than other lithium-ion approaches”.
Netogy
- NETOGY Mini 14400mAh DC UPS / Power Bank
- Mini 13200mAh In-Line UPS for your Wi-Fi Router and Fibre ONT
The NETOGY also has an LFP battery. The first option on the list, NETOGY Mini 14400mAh DC UPS / Power Bank also offers the option of powering your laptop.
The second option is dedicated to powering your router and fibre ONT.
Vizia
- Vizia Wi-Fi UPS 5-24V Multi 57000mWh
- Vizia Wi-Fi UPS 5-12V Select 32000mWh
- Vizia Mini DC UPS for Wi-Fi 57000mWh
- Vizia Mini DC UPS 28000mWh
Each of the Vizia UPS options is advertised to come with an AC power cable, DC cables, a splitter cable, and DC adaptors. Each one is advertised to have a 500 cycle-life.
Most of the options have a life cycle. How long depends on the number of devices and the usage of the device.
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