Will the Portable Outlet X9 work with my CPAP?
Yes. The X9 powers every brand and model of CPAP and BiPAP on the market — ResMed AirSense 10 and 11, AirCurve, AirMini, Philips DreamStation, React Health Luna, Transcend, Z2 Auto, and others. Because the X9 has a standard 110V AC outlet, you plug your CPAP in using the original manufacturer power supply that came in the box with your machine. No adapters required, no compatibility lookup, and no risk to your manufacturer's warranty.
How long will the X9 power my CPAP overnight?
A fully charged X9 delivers approximately 10 to 12 hours of CPAP therapy with standard tubing and a low humidity setting — enough for a full night plus comfortable margin. On travel CPAPs like the ResMed AirMini, runtime extends to 16+ hours. Higher pressure settings, heated tubing, and high humidity will reduce runtime — at peak settings, expect 6 to 8 hours. The OLED display on the front of the X9 shows real-time battery percentage so you always know where you stand.
What does "true Uninterruptible Power Supply" actually mean?
A true UPS keeps your CPAP continuously powered, even through a blackout. Your CPAP plugs into the X9, the X9 plugs into the wall, and the battery stays charged 24/7. When grid power fails, the X9 takes over in the same instant — there's no gap, no restart, and no pressure drop on your mask. Most other "CPAP batteries" are standalone backups that require you to wake up, find the battery, unplug your CPAP, plug it into the battery, and restart therapy. The X9 eliminates that entire sequence.
Is the X9 safe for use with medical devices?
Yes. The X9 is certified to IEC 60601-1-2, the international electromagnetic compatibility standard for medical electrical equipment — the same standard ResMed AirSense and AirCurve devices are certified to. It uses Pure Sine Wave technology, which is the clean, stable waveform manufacturers like ResMed specifically recommend for their devices. The X9 is also backed by a $10,000 Safe CPAP Power Guarantee: if the battery ever damages your CPAP, BiPAP, BiPAP ASV, or BiPAP ST, Portable Outlet will replace your therapy device up to $10,000.
Why does Pure Sine Wave matter for a CPAP?
Pure Sine Wave is the same waveform that comes out of your home wall outlet — smooth, stable, and predictable. Cheaper batteries output modified sine wave power, which has a stepped, square-edged waveform. Modified sine wave can work with simple resistive loads like a lamp, but it stresses precision electronics like the variable-speed blower motors, humidifier heating elements, and microprocessors inside a CPAP. Over time, that stress can cause heating, audible noise, performance degradation, and shortened device lifespan. ResMed has explicitly published recommendations that batteries used with their devices should be Pure Sine Wave.
Can I take the X9 on an airplane?
Yes. The X9 meets TSA and FAA guidelines for carry-on lithium-ion batteries. It must be packed in your carry-on bag, not checked luggage — this is true of all lithium batteries above a certain size, not specific to the X9. The included documentation makes it easy to answer any questions at security. With a travel CPAP like the ResMed AirMini, the X9 provides enough runtime for transatlantic and transpacific flights.
Will the X9 work internationally?
Yes. The X9 has auto-switching input that handles 100V through 240V — the full range of voltages used worldwide. Plug it into a wall outlet in Europe, Asia, Australia, or anywhere else with just a plug-shape adapter. No bulky step-down transformer required. Portable Outlet also sells an optional EU wall cord that eliminates the need for a plug adapter on European trips.
Is the Portable Outlet X9 FSA or HSA eligible?
Yes. The X9 qualifies as an eligible medical expense under both FSA and HSA plans. You can pay with your FSA or HSA debit card directly at checkout, or pay with another card and submit the receipt for reimbursement. Most customers save 20 to 35 percent depending on their tax bracket.
Can the X9 power my portable oxygen concentrator?
The X9 charges all major portable oxygen concentrators on the market, and it can continuously power shoulder-carry POCs such as the Inogen One, Caire FreeStyle, and Philips Respironics SimplyGo. Larger continuous-flow POCs typically draw more power than any portable battery can sustain for extended periods, so the X9 is best used to recharge those units between use rather than to run them around the clock.
What other medical equipment can the X9 power?
In addition to CPAP and BiPAP, the X9 powers home ventilators including the Trilogy series and ResMed Astral, nebulizers, and most automated peritoneal dialysis machines (APMs). If your device plugs into a standard 110V wall outlet and draws within the X9's continuous output rating, the X9 will run it.
What's included in the box?
Every X9 ships with the battery itself (model PO1600UPSX9), a slim universal AC power cord, a durable travel bag sized to hold both the battery and cord together, and a printed instruction guide. Optional accessories — solar panel, car charger inverter, 12V fast-charging cable, EU wall cord — are sold separately.
What's the warranty?
One year from the date of purchase, backed by Portable Outlet. The warranty covers manufacturing defects and battery performance. Separately, the $10,000 Safe CPAP Power Guarantee covers damage to your therapy device caused by the X9 (a layer of protection unique to Portable Outlet).