Whole-Home Backup Power Built for Extended Outages
The Jackery 5000 Plus 20kWh Whole-Home Backup Kit is a high-capacity home energy system designed to keep essential household circuits powered during outages and emergencies.
The flagship 20kWh configuration combines two Explorer 5000 Plus power stations, two Battery Pack 5000 Plus expansion batteries, and a Smart Transfer Switch, providing 20,160Wh of total battery capacity and up to 14,400W of combined output.
With 120V/240V support, LiFePO4 battery chemistry, expandable system architecture, and integration with Jackery's Smart Transfer Switch, the 5000 Plus platform is designed for both everyday backup preparedness and longer-duration power interruptions.
Key Features
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20,160Wh total capacity with the flagship 20kWh configuration
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Up to 14,400W combined output
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120V/240V dual-voltage support
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Smart Transfer Switch compatibility for home circuit integration
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0ms UPS transfer for supported applications
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LiFePO4 battery chemistry
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Rated for approximately 4,000 charge cycles to 70%+ capacity
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Multiple charging options, including AC and compatible solar charging
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Supports up to 4,000W solar input
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Expandable 5000 Plus battery platform
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Suitable for home backup, emergency preparedness, and high-demand appliances
Specifications
20kWh Whole-Home Backup Configuration
| Specification | Details |
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| Total Capacity | 20,160Wh |
| Combined Output | Up to 14,400W |
| Voltage | 120V / 240V |
| Maximum Output Current | 60A |
| Battery Chemistry | LiFePO4 |
| Cycle Life | Approx. 4,000 cycles to 70%+ capacity |
| Maximum Solar Input | Up to 4,000W |
| UPS Transfer Time | 0ms for supported applications |
| AC Outputs | 8 × 120V / 20A outlets across two Explorer 5000 Plus units |
| High-Power AC Outputs | 2 × NEMA L14-30R / 14-50 across two units |
| USB-C | 4 × up to 100W across two units |
| USB-A | 4 × up to 18W across two units |
| 12V Car Ports | 2 × 12V / 10A across two units |
Charging
Charging time varies according to the charging method and system configuration.
For an individual Explorer 5000 Plus, supported charging methods include AC, compatible solar input, Smart Transfer Switch charging, high-voltage PV charging, and supported hybrid charging configurations.
Under compatible conditions, certain high-power charging methods can recharge an Explorer 5000 Plus in approximately 1.7 hours.
What's Included
Whole-Home Backup Kit 5000 Plus — 20kWh
The flagship 20kWh configuration includes:
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2 × Jackery Explorer 5000 Plus
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2 × Jackery Battery Pack 5000 Plus
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1 × Jackery Smart Transfer Switch
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2 × AC Charging Cables
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2 × MC4 Wrenches
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2 × Battery Expansion Cables
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Smart Transfer Switch installation hardware and associated components supplied by Jackery
This configuration provides approximately 20.16kWh of total battery capacity.
Available Configurations
This product page contains multiple Jackery-supplied configurations. Capacity, output, included equipment, solar panels, and price vary according to the option selected.
20kWh Whole-Home Backup Kit
Includes:
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2 × Explorer 5000 Plus
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2 × Battery Pack 5000 Plus
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1 × Smart Transfer Switch
Total capacity: 20,160Wh
Maximum combined output: 14,400W
Explorer 5000 Plus + 2× SolarSaga 500 X + Smart Transfer Switch
Includes:
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1 × Explorer 5000 Plus
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2 × SolarSaga 500 X solar panels
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1 × Smart Transfer Switch
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1 × AC Charging Cable
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1 × MC4 Wrench
This configuration combines the Explorer 5000 Plus with solar charging capability and Smart Transfer Switch integration.
Explorer 5000 Plus
Includes:
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1 × Explorer 5000 Plus
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1 × AC Charging Cable
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1 × MC4 Wrench
The standalone Explorer 5000 Plus provides 5,040Wh of battery capacity and up to 7,200W output.
Please review the selected configuration before adding the product to your cart. The components, total battery capacity, output capability, and price shown for this product depend on the configuration selected.
Home Integration
The Jackery Smart Transfer Switch enables compatible 5000 Plus configurations to integrate with selected household circuits for automatic backup operation.
Installation of the Smart Transfer Switch should be performed in accordance with applicable electrical codes and manufacturer requirements by a qualified professional where required.
The Smart Transfer Switch is included only with configurations that specifically identify it as an included component.
Solar Charging
Compatible 5000 Plus configurations support solar charging.
Solar charging performance depends on the number and type of compatible solar panels connected, available sunlight, temperature, panel orientation, and other environmental conditions.
Solar panels are included only with configurations that specifically list SolarSaga panels as included components.
Warranty
The Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus is covered by Jackery's 3-year manufacturer's limited warranty, subject to Jackery's applicable warranty terms, eligibility requirements, exclusions, and claim procedures.
For warranty assistance with a product purchased from NexGen Smart Home, contact support@nexgensmarthome.com.
Important Configuration Notice
This listing is supplied through Jackery and contains multiple selectable configurations.
The Jackery 5000 Plus 20kWh Whole-Home Backup Kit is the featured configuration of this page. Selecting another option may substantially change the battery capacity, output capability, solar equipment, Smart Transfer Switch inclusion, accessories, and price.
Please verify the selected configuration and the corresponding included components before completing your purchase.