24v Van Life Electrical | Install a simple all in one inverter system

[@bencuraza6503]

😱‼️I have NO skill set and your verbal / visual explanation was Simple Concise No complicated over the top DIY details. And, you answered my Cost of this Set Up. Now I feel Confident without electrocuting myself😂😂😂 BIG THANK YOU👍👍⬆️

[@nomadbrad503]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Debo486]

i dunno how this doesn't have more views but this video is absolutely amazing, i haven't seen anyone ever explain this in such a detailed way before...Excellent!

[@nadodigital]

More videos like this please!!! Was really helpful!!

[@TheVespap200e]

Thanks Brad for the info! Very informative for us layman when it comes to the electrical.

[@nomadbrad503]

I’m happy you found it helpful

[@Adam_Gray]

Nate would be proud of your install ⚡🏆

[@nomadbrad503]

Thank you

[@ourvanlives4736]

Not really. Not enough blue in the build

[@jaystewart9947]

Great step-by-step Brad. You’re the Guru! 😅

[@nomadbrad503]

Thanks jay!

[@beverlywalters6411]

I am always amazed at how you do your DIY projects. Keep up the good work.

[@nomadbrad503]

Thank you!

[@donaldfrazier5244]

Thanks Brad ,nice clean looking system and a straight forward explanation of what you’re doing!

[@nomadbrad503]

I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@davehale8513]

I am a simple man. I see Brad post, I click the notification.

[@edge1481]

Brad is rad

[@nomadbrad503]

Awww i appreciate you

[@KW-xu8or]

How is grounding and bonding managed by the inverter. Does the inverter automatically switch from chassis-ground to shore ground. Also, it would be interesting to see the AC part, as well as an optional Dc-Dc 12-24 boost charger from the alternator Great to see a more affordable system compared to a Victron system

[@loriproia8637]

Love this video with the step by step process. I’m converting a new van to me and I want to add air conditioning. Can I run a 12v air conditioner off this system?

[@jeffhoward1000]

It is called a Series/Parallel Battery system. This is the same setup you will see in many Military Setups. US Military setups.

[@wilty5]

Excellent descriptive and useful information. Thanks, I’d like to see more of this

[@nomadbrad503]

Thank you!

[@wilty5]

@@nomadbrad503you’re welcome

[@davehale8513]

Brad, now that you’ve had a box truck with the bed in the front and the back, which do you prefer?

[@nomadbrad503]

prefer the bed in the back

[@ohiowoodburner]

Good job Brad. Very clean install. let me know if ur ever in Ohio!

[@nomadbrad503]

Thanks! Will do!

[@motostyx4714]

wow!!! amazing video!!! thank you! would be awesome if you broke down other future client's set ups like this when you install them. I'm learning so much.

[@nomadbrad503]

Thanks for the idea!

[@HomeOnTheRange]

If you ever made your way to Nashville, I'll hire you to rewire my rig to thicker gauge wire. It's a victron set up with three battleborns.

[@nomadbrad503]

Thanks! I’ll keep you in mind

[@josidasilva5515]

some inverter manufacturers recommend installing it in the upright position, keeping it covered while prepping to avoid debris.

[@nomadbrad503]

I hear ya. This one has powered cooling fans so I don’t believe orientation is as important

[@tpax3p]

Thank you for the video. How to add DC to DC charger to this system from vehicle alternator ?

[@loriproia8637]

Do I need all the batteries used in this set up to run my 12v or 24v air conditioner? My needs are less than this bus but knowing how much battery capacity I need is the hardest part of all this build. Love your step by step instructions and it makes me believe I can manage this with the help of friends to do this. Cost of builds of electrical systems are going up as high and as fast as buying the van. Looking to purchase the Velit 12v a/c unit that requires 600-670w ( eco mode-250-300w, turbo mode 400-650w), what battery capacity would I need to run this unit as needed. Thank you in advance for any information/expertise you can share.

[@Ohiostategenerationx]

Very nice informative video.

[@nomadbrad503]

Glad you liked it

[@loriproia8637]

Is the dc to dc charger needed? If so, how should that be connected? Is there a charger inverter available in 12 volt that you know of?

[@zgomez68]

Great explanation! I was wondering how much power do you have in your build? I want to eventually do something like yours with a mini split and all

[@nomadbrad503]

I have 1200 watts solar 5,100 watt hours of lithium

[@DarrenRivey]

24 V is the most DIY installer friendly and component availability system when compared to 48V.

[@nomadbrad503]

I agree!

[@samhardy908]

Hi brad What are the specs of your solar panels that you are using?

[@motostyx4714]

do you have a link to a Kit that comes with all the components already in them?

[@Pushyhog]

thanks again

[@nomadbrad503]

Always welcome

[@not_ur_simp]

Do you typically use a Victron Lynx Distributor or was this setup something the customer wanted?

[@nomadbrad503]

I have used Victron lynx a lot. It’s good. These distribution blocks are lower cost

[@jedics1]

Its videos like this that allowed me to build my system with zero experience, those all in one boxes make life so much easier to build than mine was but I do wonder what the longevity is of them? It says 2 years warranty which doesn't inspire any confidence as this is not your typical consumer electronics product, your relying on it completely....Didn't know about those eyelet zipties, thanks.

[@nomadbrad503]

I have been using mine for almost 2 years. So far it’s been great. I was a little concerned about having all the components in 1 unit but for $500, of it fails, I’ll just Amazon prime a new one.

[@jedics1]

@@nomadbrad503 yeh its hard to argue with the price to convenience ratio :)

[@Diyfix777]

I suspect she’s going to be running a mini split and a refrigerator cause that’s crazy ah! How much solar is going on the roof? I’m in a shuttle bus and I can get by on 100 amp hour lol

[@nomadbrad503]

Yeah she is doing mini split, big fridge and a lot of other stuff. The only has 1,100 watts of solar, I would have recommended more to match those batteries

[@stevebrotzman723]

Brad how many panels for this system and what was the VOC/amps/watts of these panels? Max PV wattage for that inverter is 1400watts which is my goal. I am guessing you had to wire the panels in series/parallel?

[@nomadbrad503]

The client had 2 550 watt renogy panels. I wired them in series.

[@PBK.london]

Can i charge a 24 bank with the 12v van battery? I want to have a split charge as well as solar (not very sunny in the uk)

[@loriproia8637]

By my multiple comments you can probably see electrical systems are out of my depth of knowledge but I would love to set up a 24 v system like in your video. With that being said is there a way I could book time with you for a consultation via zoom since traveling from SW Florida to California would be difficult without my van set to go? In my previous micro van conversion I used a power station and was very happy with that but I just bought a bigger van and I want to add a 12 v air conditioning unit that can’t be supported with my power station. All the moving parts shown has me a little hesitant to start buying pieces and assembling the system. Any help is appreciated. Thanks

[@nomadbrad503]

Hello, you can book a consultation with me. I also have the ability to design and build a custom system for you and ship it to Florida. You can book an appointment here: shop.beacons.ai/nomadbrad/404eac6d-1ee9-45ed-8e73-59a9b6e70d8d Please note, I will be at burning man from 8/24 - 9/3 and will not be able to take appointments during that time

[@luisrivera8867]

Ese es el equipo que utilizas para tu caravana y utilizas el aire acondicionado?

[@nomadbrad503]

This is the equipment I use: Living in a Solar Power Tiny Home in Arizona kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3vYimqil9qno9E

[@luisrivera8867]

​@@nomadbrad503 le pregunto que batería lifep04 recomiendas de 300ah?

[@tallyman15]

I like your setup. However, if I'm not using solar panels is that ecobox Overkill? Do they make one that's not set up for solar panel input? Or do you know of another company that makes something similar? Thank you

[@nomadbrad503]

How will you be charging your batteries?

[@tallyman15]

@@nomadbrad503 I have a '02 Sprinter so we'll be charging the batteries with the alternator. We might be adding a second alternator to the engine. What are your thoughts on that? I know a lot of people do that. I just don't really want to invest in the solar panels at this time, but it might be something in the future we'd want to add so it would be nice to have that option

[@nomadbrad503]

@@tallyman15 there is no reason to buy this inverter charger if you’re going to use an alternator as your charging source. Just buy a stand alone inverter. Alternator charging is limited. The largest alternator charger Victron makes is 50 amps which will produce about 600 watts per hour. You have to do a lot of driving to charge a large battery bank.

[@tallyman15]

@@nomadbrad503 okay, maybe I need to reevaluate my setup

[@tallyman15]

@@nomadbrad503 okay, maybe I need to reevaluate my setup

[@loriproia8637]

Do I have to have 4 12v batteries to do this system or can I use just two 12v batteries wired together ?

[@nomadbrad503]

you can use two

[@rdderrick75]

Those all in ones can have pretty large standby consumption. Any consideration to have always on 300w inverter for small loads?

[@crackerjack6075]

Would you consider a small portable power station? I was thinking to get 2 portables like Bluetti or Anker $250 for their flexibility, even outside. Thinking to keep them charged from my driving and a small dedicated solar panel.

[@nomadbrad503]

Sure, you could do that

[@nomadbrad503]

That’s definitely an option

[@honz.a]

the pencil is pressure sensitive, thats why the thickness of the line differs

[@nomadbrad503]

Thank you, I hate it 😂

[@dennisandrews8485]

quick question.....? So when the 110 is coming in from the shore power the main breaker has to be turned off?

[@nomadbrad503]

No. Everything switched over automatically

[@ourvanlives4736]

You should never use solid wire in any moving vehicle. It doesn't allow the movement of the wire. Stranded is the best way to go in a vehicle.

[@nomadbrad503]

That was my belief….but explain why every rv and travel trailer uses solid core wire for their 120v circuits. And these vehicles are all certified for electrical safety by RVIA? This is the reason I allow solid core wire on 120v circuits. Everything else is stranded

[@jeffensing]

Is the mains charging the batteries on that unit? If so, how many amps?

[@nomadbrad503]

Yes, the mains charges the battery and is adjustable to meet your battery charging requirements

[@jeffensing]

@@nomadbrad503 I went down the rabbit hole on these. There's so many different specs! Starting voltages, charging priorities, Whether you can truly leave them unattended when they're hooked up to the mains. And of course pricing. I noticed you were also using a sun gold at some point. Maybe you could do a comparison video for us? 😀

[@nomadbrad503]

@@jeffensing you’re correct. Each unit has different specs. You can’t really compare them. They all have different uses. I couldn’t use the sungold power on this install because she does t have enough solar

[@jeffensing]

@@nomadbrad503 gotcha, I keep buying components but after I learn more I want different ones! Lol

[@nomadbrad503]

@@jeffensing I hear ya! It’s best to design your complete system before buying stuff

[@outoftime788]

how would u wire this for 220v?

[@nomadbrad503]

Basically the same way. You’re just using 220v wiring rather than 110v. They make 220v units

[@mwolrich]

surprised your not using a Victron inverter/charger.. I know it’s more $$$, but then you have the Victron monitoring

[@derrick1964]

Would a 48v electrical system be even more efficient? 🤔

[@nomadbrad503]

Yes and no. You have efficiency losses stepping down from 48v to 12v. And you need a large solar array to maintain higher voltages required to charge a 48v battery bank

[@ourvanlives4736]

Shouldn't you be pulling the negative from the other battery bank? Because the way you drew the lines you are not using the full battery bank. One 24V battery is being used more than the other one.

[@nomadbrad503]

I am pulling positive and negative from opposite ends of the battery bank

[@RatgenerationX]

Haha 😂 no

[@nomadbrad503]

😂

[@AnnCastro-r2j]

Looks awesome! Can't wait to see the final setup! 🚐We sent you an email, take a look.

[@nomadbrad503]

thanks!