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Voltage Gate
PASSDevice output type must match generator output.
120V required -> 120V available
No — the SOLIX C300 is underpowered for a Laser Printer
No - this pairing is underpowered. Safe target ~779W running / 1431W surge; the generator provides 300W / 300W.
- • Continuous power shortfall: needs 708W (safe target ~779W), generator provides 300W.
- • Startup surge shortfall: needs 1300W (safe target ~1431W), generator provides 300W.
Power Margin Analysis
300W / 300W Capacity Running 479W short
779W required
Surge 1131W short
1431W required
Decision Gate Waterfall
Same decision gates as the engine: voltage, running, surge. Runtime is shown as operational context.
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Running Gate
FAILContinuous draw with safety buffer applied.
779W required -> 300W available (479W short)
Required 779W required
Available 300W
3
Surge Gate
FAILStartup peak with safety buffer applied.
1,431W required -> 300W available (1,131W short)
Required 1,431W required
Available 300W
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Runtime Insight
INFORuntime context only. It does not change the electrical compatibility verdict.
Runtime estimate appears after running and surge gates pass.
Power bars show required versus available output for each gate.
See generators that pass nativelyDecision Snapshot
Quick compatibility, required headroom, and model-specific context at a glance.
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300W
Running Power
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288Wh
Capacity
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Est. Runtime
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100W
Solar Input
Quick Compatibility Check
- 1 Running headroom: target 779W; generator provides 300W.
- 2 Surge headroom: target 1431W; generator provides 300W.
- 3 Result: pick a higher-output unit for safe operation.
What To Do Instead
- 1 Underpowered: The Laser Printer needs 779W running / 1431W surge (with 10% buffer). The SOLIX C300 provides 300W / 300W.
- 2 Safe target: Look for a power station with at least 779W continuous and 1431W surge at 120V.
- 3 Compatible alternative: The SOLIX C800 Plus (1200W / 1600W surge) clears this device's requirements.
Model-Specific Results
0 of 3 models are SAFE or TIGHT. Most demanding model: Canon imageCLASS LBP236dw (1,300W surge).
| Model | Running | Surge | Verdict | Runtime | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP LaserJet Pro M110w | 361W | 361W | Fail | — | OEM Manual |
Show expert analysisTechnical: **Running load:** 361 W. **Surge:** 361 W. Requires 120V AC output. Compact mono laser with a low-wattage fuser. HP publishes a single active printing value with no separate peak figure. Field note: The lightest laser printer load in this comparison. Most power stations rated 500W+ handle it without issue. Fuser warm-up happens quickly with no noticeable surge. Can I print from a portable power station during an outage? Yes — at 361W this is manageable for any power station rated 500W+ continuous at 120V. | |||||
| Brother HL-L2460DW | 470W | 920W | Fail | — | OEM Manual |
Show expert analysisTechnical: **Running load:** 470 W (active printing). **Surge:** 920 W (fuser warm-up peak). Requires 120V AC output. The fuser heating element creates a brief high-draw spike each time the printer wakes from standby or starts a new job. Field note: The 920W fuser peak is the critical number for generator sizing. A 1000W-rated power station handles it, but a 500W station will trip on fuser warm-up even though sustained printing is only 470W. Why does my power station shut off when I start printing? The Brother HL-L2460DW draws 920W briefly during fuser warm-up. If your power station is rated under 1000W, it may trip on this peak even though sustained printing is only 470W. | |||||
| Canon imageCLASS LBP236dw | 708W | 1,300W | Fail | — | Engineering Est. |
Show expert analysisTechnical: **Running load:** 708 W (derived from 120V × 5.9A rated current). **Surge:** 1300 W (fuser warm-up peak, OEM published maximum). Requires 120V AC output. The 1300W peak draws 10.8A briefly — well above the 5.9A nominal rating. Field note: The 1300W fuser peak is the highest in this comparison. A 1500W power station is the minimum for reliable printing. Stations rated under 1300W will trip when the fuser warms up, even if the sustained 708W draw is within their continuous rating. Can a 1000W power station run this Canon printer? Not reliably — the fuser warm-up peaks at 1300W. You need a power station rated at least 1500W to handle the brief startup surge without tripping. | |||||
How This Pairing Performs Across Our Database
This unit is outside the compatible set; 26 of 33 generators pass SAFE/TIGHT for this device.
How Laser Printer Performs Across 33 Tested Generators
26 of 33 generators are SAFE+TIGHT for Laser Printer.
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Safe+Tight
Safe 26 (79%)
Fail 7 (21%)
Power Comparison: Anker SOLIX C300 vs Top Alternatives for Laser Printer
Anker SOLIX C300 Fail
Current unit
Running 300W
Surge 300W
Fit class uses buffered needs (running and surge) for this device.
Specs & Surge Analysis
Work from Home
Laser Printer
Document Printing
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708W
Running
1300W
Surge
120V
Required
True Surge™ Analysis
Safety Buffer: +10% Running Power Usage 260% Utilization
779W required 300W Capacity
479W short
Surge/Startup Peak 477% Utilization
1431W required 300W Capacity
1131W short
Voltage Match 120V ↔ 120V ✓
Startup Surge Visual
Startup Surge
Laser Printer vs SOLIX C300
Startup surge exceeds the power station limit. A soft starter may resolve the surge gap.
Compatible Alternatives to SOLIX C300
These generators meet Laser Printer's voltage, running, and surge requirements.
Best Value 
SOLIX C800 Plus
1200W • 768Wh
Runtime at your load
~0.8h
Capacity Fit Fixed 768Wh
Lowest capacity that still clears surge + running load.
Max Runtime 
Delta Pro
3600W • 3600Wh
Runtime at your load
~3.6h
Longest Runtime Expandable to 25000Wh
Expandable to 25000Wh.
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Technical Analysis
Spec-Based • No GuaranteesTechnical Breakdown
Running load: 708 W (worst case). Surge: 1300 W (fuser warm-up peak). Voltage: 120 V AC required. Laser printers are heating-element-dominant loads — the fuser creates a brief high-draw spike at the start of each print job that far exceeds sustained printing wattage.
Expected Behavior
Sustained printing ranges from 361W (compact HP) to 708W (Canon). Fuser warm-up peaks range from 361W to 1300W. Print jobs are short — total energy per session is typically under 50 Wh. Standby power is negligible (5-9W).
Field Note
Size your power station for the fuser peak, not the sustained printing draw. A printer rated at 708W running still needs 1300W surge headroom. Check your specific model's peak wattage before buying a power station.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Anker SOLIX C300 power a Laser Printer?
No. The Anker SOLIX C300 falls short on both running (300W offered vs 779W needed) and surge (300W offered vs 1431W needed). Safe targets include a 10% buffer for the Laser Printer's heating_element load profile.
How long will the SOLIX C300 run a Laser Printer?
No reliable runtime estimate — this pairing is not compatible. The Anker SOLIX C300 cannot safely power the Laser Printer. See compatible alternatives above for power stations that meet this device's requirements.
Power Tip: To get the most out of your SOLIX C300, keep it in a well-ventilated area. Extreme temperatures can slightly reduce the efficiency of the LFP/NMC cells.
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Technical Sourcing & Verification
ID: anker-solix-c300-laser-printer 🏛️ Device Data Source
Engineering Est. Safety Factor Applied
Derived from variant list (max of variants). Running worst case = Canon imageCLASS LBP236dw (708W from V×A: 120V × 5.9A). Surge worst case = Canon imageCLASS LBP236dw (1300W fuser warm-up peak).
⚡ Generator Specs Source
OEM Verified
Anker SOLIX C300 User Manual (EN-US)
Methodology informed by US Department of Energy (DOE) & EIA references where applicable.
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