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@toyasubar5160
@toyasubar5160 7 сағат бұрын
what ac adapter is that for the wall charger? can it be used for the b210 independently as well?
@user-rp1vu1gk5u
@user-rp1vu1gk5u 11 сағат бұрын
just installed my first system, two 12v 100ah power queen batteries, renogy 700w inverter and lion energy 12v 30amp solar charge controller plus 3 lion energy 12v 100watt rigid panels. charged both batteries to full with vevor charger and then connected my full size fridge. everything ran fine for 2 full days. this morning the inverter sounded an alarm and i had to plug fridge into the house. im wondering if the panels couldnt keep up. is there a device i can use to monitor watts coming in from solar panels and batteries state of charge?
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 10 сағат бұрын
Awesome! Yes you need a shunt, something like this amzn.to/3XlOfs1
@JonnyWaldes
@JonnyWaldes 14 сағат бұрын
i just wish you could catch that extra 40 watts of power
@offgridwanabe
@offgridwanabe 20 сағат бұрын
Your kind review is generous to diypow that battery is close to dangerous.
@you166mhz
@you166mhz 20 сағат бұрын
so what are the pro and con on these flexible panels ? -- I don't see it ....
@JohninCle
@JohninCle 23 сағат бұрын
Nice video.. but the part that probably mystifies me still is what solar panels? The Precharge resistor too confuses me. Ill have to figure out what you are talking about before I try this. Ive got my first lifepo4 battery coming friday to get rid of the Starter battery they gave me when I bought the RV.. probably buy that inverter next. so I can watch baseball off the grid when camping.
@liubergongora4771
@liubergongora4771 Күн бұрын
no dijiste si lo recomiendas o no!!
@you166mhz
@you166mhz Күн бұрын
again another product you advocate is no longer available at Amazon ... now what ?
@BradCagle
@BradCagle Күн бұрын
What is it the battery? All I can do is remove the link. I can't force them to keep making it.
@touxiong625
@touxiong625 Күн бұрын
Would you really recommend this for boats too?
@jarmenk
@jarmenk Күн бұрын
how to separate cells with that connections?
@anatoliyovdiy6466
@anatoliyovdiy6466 Күн бұрын
Hi. Can you recall the thread specs on terminals? Is it M12? Thanks
@anatoliyovdiy6466
@anatoliyovdiy6466 Күн бұрын
Hi, can you recall what are the terminal thread specs? Thanks
@user-zv3lj1ef7l
@user-zv3lj1ef7l 2 күн бұрын
Hi Brad, do you know if this box will accept the 305 Ah cells in 16S?
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 2 күн бұрын
It will not, 300Ah cells are too big. Thanks!
@user-zv3lj1ef7l
@user-zv3lj1ef7l 2 күн бұрын
@@BradCagle thanks for the info, bro.
@BradCagle
@BradCagle Күн бұрын
@@user-zv3lj1ef7l Anytime!
@ovaiskhurshid
@ovaiskhurshid 2 күн бұрын
Very nice video. Can u make a video on a simple solar tracker. My understanding tracker should not be complex. Sun rises from east , on the top at noon, and sets in the west. 3 simple directions/ settings
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 2 күн бұрын
I've already made such a video enjoy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2a8Y42PoLZ1d7M
@sh839c
@sh839c 2 күн бұрын
What battery charger are you using?
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 2 күн бұрын
LiTime 48v 10a charger: amzn.to/4bvKlBe
@seymourpro6097
@seymourpro6097 2 күн бұрын
A fridge/freezer needs a big motor-start current but little motor-run current so in reality they use little power. A fridge/freezer would be easily powered long term by a moderate solar panel.
@UnhingedHarry
@UnhingedHarry 3 күн бұрын
It would be interesting to see the voltage drop across the link with the warm fuse. Some good tips, thanks.
@JamesSmith-bj9vk
@JamesSmith-bj9vk 3 күн бұрын
They're on sale right now for $75!
@rulasx75
@rulasx75 3 күн бұрын
Very nice video and great informaion, how much power were you able to get out of these 2 panels?
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 3 күн бұрын
I see around 1400w peak (sometimes higher) with all 4 panels. Thanks
@jlydon29
@jlydon29 4 күн бұрын
I added an additional series of panels to mine today, and now I’m only showing voltage, but no amps or watts on the charge. Got two different fault prompts. One saying battery overcharge, and the other battery discharged. I returned to my original configuration of panels, and still only showing voltage on the charge. Did factory reset, and did not help. Both internal fuses are good, and nothing smells or looks fried on the board. Any ideas?
@TheCornucopiaProject-bd5jk
@TheCornucopiaProject-bd5jk 4 күн бұрын
All comes down to price. But they are not cigs
@mikepruett1745
@mikepruett1745 4 күн бұрын
ampeak price ??
@johnmal5975
@johnmal5975 5 күн бұрын
Nice price point on this for what it is. Would of been interesting to see if a different brand power station would have given you better or worse results. Down here in Florida in summer my 400 w q cells will give me like 325 w in the heat. However in winter they will go slightly over the 400w. Not sure what the heat is like were you are but it plays a big part in production for sure. Sometimes I pray for one of our infamous 10 minute thunder boomer events gets those panels cooled off very quickly. Lol
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 4 күн бұрын
I'm in Texas, so kind of similar heat but less moisture :) I've totally experienced those thunder boomer events you mention in Florida. 30mins sunny beautiful day, 10mins hammering down water balloons in a cycle throughout the day LOL. Yeah I actually want to make another video with these using a discreet system, probably a Victron MPPT, some battery, and inverter. Thanks!
@goodcitizen4587
@goodcitizen4587 5 күн бұрын
$220 is not a bad price. A stash of 5 of these would store so easily. Nice tech!
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 4 күн бұрын
Oh man, yes you could easily store 5 of these. Also easy to transport, and deploy. Also for people in apartments, I could see these being deployed on balconies. Thanks!
@adriftatlas
@adriftatlas 5 күн бұрын
The power station likely doesn't draw more than 8 amps until the input exceeds 32V. The Bluetti AC70, rated for 12-58V at 10A, tops out at 8.5A with a 20V Vmp panel. This design likely prevents blowing fuses when charging from 24V vehicle outlets. It's unclear why this limit isn't adjustable via the app. A clamp meter or inline power meter could confirm the limit.
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 4 күн бұрын
You may be right. I have ran into this with many power stations. Many do indeed try to detect car charging (and limit current) to prevent overloading the lighter jack. Sadly that function interferes with PV in some configurations. I do like your idea of having an app config option for this. Thanks!
@tonyfrewin4822
@tonyfrewin4822 5 күн бұрын
They look pretty good to me. Did you try improving the performance by angling towards the sun more directly. Would be interesting to see if it makes any difference.
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 4 күн бұрын
The sun was pretty much directly overhead. I probably could have gotten a slightly better angle, but it was already close. Thanks
@stevenjohn350
@stevenjohn350 5 күн бұрын
could it be the SO,GEN is more efficient taking in higher- voltage low- amp, than it is with higher- amp lower- voltage, even at the same panel wattage.? 🤔
@JamesSmith-bj9vk
@JamesSmith-bj9vk 5 күн бұрын
Beene energy done a video and it explains in the comments as of why connecting in series makes it easier for the C.C. to regulate or some s#@+
@Xanthro2
@Xanthro2 5 күн бұрын
Thank you :)
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 4 күн бұрын
You're welcome :)
@SuperWhizy
@SuperWhizy 5 күн бұрын
Curious that series vs parallel wiring affects so dramatically the wattage intake on these panels. Thanks for sharing!
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 5 күн бұрын
You're welcome.
@FJRyder
@FJRyder 5 күн бұрын
Higher voltage = less line losses
@stevenjohn350
@stevenjohn350 5 күн бұрын
Hey Brad, thanks for another excellent video. What's your take on bus bars, is it important to have that curve in them.?
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 5 күн бұрын
Thanks! If I have a choice between solid/straight or somewhat flexy with the curve in it. I would chose the curve . The reason being the cells do expand, and contract, and if they are solid at the terminals it could in theory strain, and/or twist the terminals. Is it a necessity? I dunno, but if you can get the curved one then why not, right?
@stevenjohn350
@stevenjohn350 5 күн бұрын
@@BradCagle Logical.👍 Good. 👍
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 5 күн бұрын
Amazon Affiliate links: ALLPOWERS SF200 Flexible Solar Panel 200W: amzn.to/3VAd6XX ALLPOWERS R1500 power station: amzn.to/4byuGS2 ALLPOWERS R2500 power station: amzn.to/3VmRn4u ALLPOWERS SF200 Flexible Solar Panel 200W (ALLPOWERS WEBSITE) iallpowers.com/products/allpo... ================ AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: This channel may earn an affiliate commission if you purchase products through links I provide. ================ CONTACT: [email protected] Business/Collaboration only. Please do not contact me for for personal project help, or advice. ================ DISCLAIMER: These videos are documenting my own projects, and experiences. These projects, and activities can be dangerous. Do not try any of this at home, doing so will be at your own risk.
@tiborchren
@tiborchren 5 күн бұрын
The only thing I would replace is the PACE BMS with the new JK Inverter BMS - the communication boards are the same, probably the balance connectors are the same too, it would need to solve the BMS mounting with internal BMS wiring and who would want to solve the holes and mounting of a small or larger JK display
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 5 күн бұрын
Yeah, I've seen those JKs, pretty nice. Would be awesome if they would work with the existing display. That way it would be a total drop-in replacement. Thanks!
@tiborchren
@tiborchren 5 күн бұрын
@@BradCagle Andy from Off-Grid Garage has a 3D printed frame for the smaller JK display and one that nice covers all the original PACE/SEPLOS display holes, plus it has access to the on/off button on the side of the display. All of these 3D printable models are freely shared by Andy. I'm sure you have someone with a 3D printer in your area. But the JK Inverter BMS doesn't need a display, just a Mobile phone with Bluetooth, but I prefer a display too, personally the larger Touchscreen one.
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 5 күн бұрын
@@tiborchrenOh sweet, I need to check it out. I've watched some of his videos on the JK. Thanks
@tiborchren
@tiborchren 5 күн бұрын
@@BradCagle It is also possible to find replaceable 1:1 front panels with all the accessories needed for DIY Seplos/Pace/Globel battery boxes, even with JK Inverter BMS with a option of smaller, larger or no display. However, so far I've only seen them for large 280/304Ah DIY boxes. Maybe in future they will be for these smaller boxes too.
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 5 күн бұрын
@@tiborchren Interesting. I need to check aliexpress for some of this stuff. Thanks!
@ovarma
@ovarma 5 күн бұрын
Hi, I've just ordered the same battery. I can't find any information about the charging voltage of this battery... Is a 40A booster charger (MPPT CB12-40 Energie Mobile) compatible with this battery? (I've heard that a lithium battery accepts a charge voltage of 100A...). Thank you
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 5 күн бұрын
I'm not familiar with that charger. But usually the charge voltage used is between 14.2v and 14.6v
@BenMitro
@BenMitro 6 күн бұрын
Nice work! Can you give us some info in the balancer - that seemed to be the standout module...the rest we know will be good.
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 5 күн бұрын
Thanks, Ben! The balancer is one of those generic flying capacitor active balancers. I got it from Chris beenebrothers.com/product/12-16s-flying-capacitors-active-balancer/ These are the same as the Heltec branded ones (I'm pretty sure)
@BenMitro
@BenMitro 2 күн бұрын
@@BradCagle Thanks Brad. That is what I needed to know.
@CTROCK
@CTROCK 6 күн бұрын
When u use the solar panels out in the sun to charge the unit do u need to turn on the power button first? I just bought this on amazon will get it in couple days.
@BeeneEnergy
@BeeneEnergy 6 күн бұрын
I'm pretty sure if I tried to make that video I would have failed compared to you. You made it look so easy! Also crazy how close that balancer gets the cells and so quickly too. Thank you for the shout out! Certainly not required but much appreciated.
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 6 күн бұрын
Haha, Thanks. C'mon you could do it too :) Yeah It actually got really close in just a few hours. I left it on overnight, mostly because I was ready to go to bed. I've used the 8s, and 4s of these types of balancers. They've always worked great for me.
@natesdiysolar
@natesdiysolar 6 күн бұрын
What BMS is that..
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 6 күн бұрын
PACE. Well I see them referred to as a PACE BMS, so I assume that's what it is.
@natesdiysolar
@natesdiysolar 6 күн бұрын
@@BradCagle what balancer was that.. nee or heltec?
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 6 күн бұрын
@@natesdiysolar It's the same as a heltec, just no heltec branding on it.
@TraceyJones-tw1kk
@TraceyJones-tw1kk 6 күн бұрын
Here's the thing how long do you think you could run the air-conditioner and a refrigerator
@MW2-DMZ-Hunters-Cheaters
@MW2-DMZ-Hunters-Cheaters 6 күн бұрын
This is an old video I know but I have a question. Is it wise to let the charge controller just shut off power to the miner in an instant ? Does the miner typically shut down hashing first and then allow the fans to keep running to cool the blade properly ? I would worry about shutting down the miner suddenly. Even my laptop needs some fan action after the power goes off if I was gaming. The fans usually give a final burst after the screen goes dark. I even wait a while after gaming to allow the temps to get down to 58 degrees C and then I turn off the laptop. Seems you cold do some serious damage over time regarding excessive heat for a few seconds on each cool down.
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 6 күн бұрын
The Battery: beenebrothers.com/product/51-2v-130ah-rack-mount-lifepo4-battery/ Affiliate Links: Non-Insulated Crimper(the one in the video): amzn.to/3yPHLrn Insulated version of the crimper: amzn.to/3XbZkfi LiTime 48v 10a charger: amzn.to/4bvKlBe ================ AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: This channel may earn an affiliate commission if you purchase products through links I provide. ================ CONTACT: [email protected] Business/Collaboration only. Please do not contact me for for personal project help, or advice. ================ DISCLAIMER: These videos are documenting my own personal projects, and experiences. These projects, and activities can be dangerous. I am not a professional. You should always consult with a professional. This content is for entertainment purposes only. DO NOT try any of this at home, doing so will be at your own risk.
@timtaylor8557
@timtaylor8557 6 күн бұрын
I noticed they were using a similar cable setup on the inside but were they larger guage? You can change the external cables but in the internal ones are also insufficient, that's a problem!
@Thats_all_she_wrote_Dear_John
@Thats_all_she_wrote_Dear_John 7 күн бұрын
I just purchased..a JOYALENS DM 246S 249S to repair two iMac Mainbords where the pins for the CPU were bent out of place, and I am so pleased that this scope works. The main reason why I purchased this one is that the emphasis was on a Scope for IC repair with a soldering station and not on Coins; it can be used for coins with the appropriate lens. But this one is specifically for electronic repair. It costs $222.00 on Amazon, which is a little expensive, but it works wonderfully for fixing pins out of alignment and for replacing ICs on anything electronics.. I give those Scop a Five Star.🥰
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 7 күн бұрын
Yes it's pretty great for PCB work. That's my main use. Thanks!
@RandyMiller-ml4rp
@RandyMiller-ml4rp 7 күн бұрын
I ordered a battery from time USB I think this company is a fraud. They took my money out of my account but now they will not respond back to any of my emails. It’s like they just vanished.
@matttelz6014
@matttelz6014 7 күн бұрын
I have 2 of the full size 100ah ones from DJLBERMPW. Been running them daily for the past 6 months without issue. Would love the mini's but they were not out at the time i bought them. Got em for $166/ea which is a steal deal IMO.
@BradCagle
@BradCagle 7 күн бұрын
Nice! Yeah, they seem pretty decent despite the low price. Thanks
@todamnbad
@todamnbad 7 күн бұрын
Do you know if this MPPT will work with another manufacturer of BT-02, also any clue who the manufacturer is ?
@mariodasilva8729
@mariodasilva8729 8 күн бұрын
Nice follow up to the 2 battery setup!
@mariodasilva8729
@mariodasilva8729 8 күн бұрын
Thanks for a nice and clear instruction set. I watched your previous video and as I'm a newbie, I appreciate your warning of the warm blade fuse! I'm using lead acid batteries instead, so is that a big difference?
@harrygigas2854
@harrygigas2854 8 күн бұрын
Hi Brad - is there any information on the pin out for the RJ45/COM port on this unit?
@Word569
@Word569 9 күн бұрын
The cables supplying the inverter are WAY too small and what is the battery specs?
@vastirvision
@vastirvision 9 күн бұрын
You are a noble sage indeed 🫡 A thousand thanks for your efforts! Which JBD BMS are you running here?