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Note: You are viewing specs for the original DELTA (Gen 1)

This legacy model has been officially replaced by a newer version with improved specs.

Yes, the DELTA (Gen 1) can run a Space Heater (1,500W)

This pairing clears the safety headroom. Required ~1651W running and 1651W surge; the DELTA (Gen 1) is rated 1800W / 3300W.

Power Margin Analysis

1800W / 3300W Capacity
Running 149W headroom
1651W required
Surge 1649W headroom
1651W required

Decision Gate Waterfall

Same decision gates as the engine: voltage, running, surge. Runtime is shown as operational context.

1

Voltage Gate

PASS

Device output type must match generator output.

120V required -> 120V available

2

Running Gate

PASS

Continuous draw with safety buffer applied.

1,651W required -> 1,800W available (149W headroom)

Required 1,651W required
Available 1,800W
3

Surge Gate

PASS

Startup peak with safety buffer applied.

1,651W required -> 3,300W available (1,649W headroom)

Required 1,651W required
Available 3,300W
4

Runtime Insight

INFO

Runtime context only. It does not change the electrical compatibility verdict.

Continuous estimate: 0.6h

Typical cycling estimate (65% duty): 0.9h

Device profile reference: up to 4h per day.

Power bars show required versus available output for each gate.

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Decision Snapshot

Quick compatibility, required headroom, and model-specific context at a glance.

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1800W
Running Power
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1260Wh
Capacity
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~0.6h
Est. Runtime
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400W
Solar Input

Quick Compatibility Check

  1. 1 Running headroom: target 1651W; generator provides 1800W.
  2. 2 Surge headroom: target 1651W; generator provides 3300W.
  3. 3 Tip: leave headroom for startup spikes and warm conditions.

Model-Specific Results

3 of 3 models are SAFE or TIGHT. Most demanding model: Lasko CT16450 (Ceramic Tower) (1,500W surge).

Model Running Surge Verdict Runtime Source
Lasko CT16450 (Ceramic Tower) 1,500W 1,500W Safe ~0.6h OEM Verified
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Technical: **Running load:** 1500 W (high setting). **Surge:** 1500 W (resistive heating element, no inrush). **Voltage:** 120 V AC required. Ceramic heating element with fan-forced air distribution.

Field note: Switch to low mode (900W) to extend runtime by 67% on battery. Thermostat cycling helps too โ€” once the room reaches target temp, draw drops to zero between cycles.

How long can I heat a room on a portable power station?

At 1500W on high, a 2000Wh station (1400Wh usable) provides roughly 1 hour of continuous heat. On low (900W), that extends to about 1.5 hours. Thermostat cycling extends these estimates further.

De'Longhi TRD40615E (Oil-Filled Radiator) 1,500W 1,500W Safe ~0.6h OEM Verified
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Technical: **Running load:** 1500 W (high setting). **Surge:** 1500 W (resistive heating, no inrush). **Voltage:** 120 V AC required. Oil-filled radiator with thermal mass โ€” continues radiating heat after power is cut, unlike ceramic or fan heaters.

Field note: Oil-filled radiators are the best space heater type for battery backup. The thermal mass means the unit keeps heating the room even during thermostat off-cycles or after you turn it off โ€” stretching your battery further than a ceramic or fan heater.

Is an oil-filled radiator better than a ceramic heater on battery?

For battery efficiency, yes. The oil reservoir stores heat and radiates it passively during thermostat off-cycles. A ceramic heater stops heating the moment power cuts. Both draw 1500W on high, but the radiator delivers more total warmth per Wh consumed.

Vornado VH200 (Whole Room Vortex) 1,500W 1,500W Safe ~0.6h OEM Verified
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Technical: **Running load:** 1500 W (high setting). **Surge:** 1500 W (resistive heating, no inrush). **Voltage:** 120 V AC required. Vortex air circulation distributes heat throughout the room more evenly than directional heaters.

Field note: The 750W low setting is useful on battery โ€” it halves power draw while still circulating warm air via the vortex fan. On a 2000Wh station, low mode provides nearly 2 hours of whole-room heating vs 1 hour on high.

Can I use the Vornado VH200 on low mode to save battery?

Yes โ€” low mode draws 750W, half of the 1500W high setting. This doubles your runtime on a portable power station. The vortex circulation still distributes heat effectively at the lower setting.

How This Pairing Performs Across Our Database

This unit ranks #6 of 23 compatible generators for this device by buffered margin (Balanced class).

How Space Heater (1,500W) Performs Across 33 Tested Generators

23 of 33 generators are SAFE+TIGHT for Space Heater (1,500W).

23 Safe+Tight
Safe 21 (64%)
Tight 2 (6%)
Fail 10 (30%)

Power Comparison: EcoFlow DELTA (Gen 1) vs Top Alternatives for Space Heater (1,500W)

Fit class uses buffered needs (running and surge) for this device.

Specs & Surge Analysis

Space Heater (1,500W)
Heating & Cooling

Space Heater (1,500W)

Winter Storm Backup

1500W
Running
1500W
Surge
120V
Required

True Surgeโ„ข Analysis

Safety Buffer: +10%
Running Power Usage 92% Utilization
1651W required 1800W Capacity
149W headroom
Surge/Startup Peak 50% Utilization
1651W required 3300W Capacity
1649W headroom
Voltage Match 120V โ†” 120V โœ“
โš ๏ธ Before You Buy: Connection Check
Installation warning

These systems are often hardwired to a home panel. To run them from a portable station, you may need a transfer switch installed by an electrician. You cannot just plug it in.

Generator Insights

The 3300W surge capacity can handle typical startup demands from refrigerators, well pumps, and other motor-driven appliances that require brief inrush current. The 1800W continuous rating supports sustained loads like power tools, kitchen appliances, and electronics. Understand that this is a legacy unit no longer in active production.

This legacy model uses NMC lithium chemistry in a 1260Wh battery pack. The manufacturer documentation outlines operational guidelines and user precautions for safe charging and discharging cycles. Source: EcoFlow DELTA 1300 User Manual (manufacturer documentation). This model has been discontinued and replaced by newer generations.

Extend Runtime with Solar

Keep your Space Heater (1,500W) running with solar โ€ข MPPT: 10โ€“ 65V โ€ข Max: 400W

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EcoFlow

400W Panel

1 Hour Sun =
+0.2h per sun hour
MC4 -> XT60
Full in ~4.5h

Adapter required: MC4 -> XT60.

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Bluetti

350W Panel

1 Hour Sun =
+0.2h per sun hour
MC4 -> XT60
Full in ~5.1h

Adapter required: MC4 -> XT60.

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Bluetti

200W Panel

1 Hour Sun =
+0.1h per sun hour
MC4 -> XT60
Full in ~9h

Adapter required: MC4 -> XT60.

Technical Analysis

Spec-Based โ€ข No Guarantees

Technical Breakdown

Running load: 1500 W continuous. Surge: 1500 W (resistive heating element โ€” no motor inrush). Voltage: 120 V AC required. All standard US space heaters draw 1500W max (the 15A circuit limit). Technology varies โ€” ceramic, oil-filled, vortex โ€” but the wattage ceiling is the same.

Expected Behavior

Estimated runtime: ~0.6h. Draws 1500W on high regardless of heater type. Low modes range from 600W (oil-filled) to 900W (ceramic). Four hours daily at max consumes 6000 Wh. Thermostat cycling with duty_cycle 0.65 reduces effective consumption to ~3900 Wh.

Field Note

All 1500W space heaters need the same generator capacity. The difference is in runtime strategy: oil-filled radiators retain heat passively, vortex heaters warm rooms faster, ceramic towers are compact. Use low mode (600-900W) on battery to extend runtime significantly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the EcoFlow DELTA (Gen 1) power a Space Heater (1,500W)?

Yes. The EcoFlow DELTA (Gen 1) provides 1800W running / 3300W surge. The Space Heater (1,500W) needs 1651W / 1651W (including 10% buffer). That leaves 149W of running headroom and 1649W of surge margin.

How long will the DELTA (Gen 1) run a Space Heater (1,500W)?

Approximately 0.6 hours, based on the Space Heater (1,500W)'s 1500W draw and the DELTA (Gen 1)'s 1260Wh capacity (70% usable after real-world losses).

Power Tip: To get the most out of your DELTA (Gen 1), 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: ecoflow-delta-1300-space-heater-1500w
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Engineering Est. Safety Factor Applied

Derived from variant list (max of variants). Running worst case = all three variants (1500W). Surge = running (resistive heating element โ€” no motor inrush).

โšก Generator Specs Source
OEM Verified

EcoFlow DELTA 1300 User Manual (V1.0)

Methodology informed by US Department of Energy (DOE) & EIA references where applicable. Our methodology โ†’

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