Budget RV Inverter and Lithium Batteries With Sun Gold Power and SOK Batteries For The Off Grid RV

[@richardkoch8752]

Don't miss out on the tax credit for adding a solar system to your RV: "In December 2020, Congress passed an extension of the ITC, which provides a 26% tax credit for systems installed in 2020-2022, and 22% for systems installed in 2023. (Systems installed before December 31, 2019 were eligible for a 30% tax credit.) The tax credit expires starting in 2024 unless Congress renews it" RV's are eligible also. Of course check with your tax person to see how this will benefit you

[@videobydano]

Excellent advice! Thank you!

[@OnlyDrones]

I just purchased the 3000W Sungold Inverter/charger. The reviews and company information look excellent and I can't wait to get it installed, and replace my OLD Magnum 1000w inverter! I also was lucky enough to get a 10 percent discount on the unit, with Free Shipping. That discount expires tomorrow, but still saved me $82. The SOK batteries with Bluetooth and heater are currently out of stock, so will wait for them. You would be wise to buy these batteries directly from their website, as it will take the 7 year warranty and extend it 3 more years. But, you have to buy directly from them. Thanks for the good information.

[@DavidHBurkart]

Appreciate the way you share options for differing budgets. Thanks Jared.

[@AllAboutRVs]

Thanks David, hope you are doing well!

[@DavidHBurkart]

@@AllAboutRVs I am indeed Jared, thanks for asking.

[@offgridinthepacificnorthwe3210]

We lived in our 5th wheel while we built our new off grid home. I installed 2 SOK batteries in the 5th wheel along with 500 watts of solar and a inteli charger 14.6 volt constant current constant voltage charger. The batteries worked flawlessly. Now that we are in the house the SOK batteries will power our shop. The house runs on repurposed Tesla batteries. The number one reason I purchased the SOK was serviceability. All of the components are easy to replace. The Battle Born batteries are nor serviceable at all. I love your channel and I have learned alot from you. Thank you.

[@violetocook3009]

I got SOK batteries for the same reason! So much more longevity from my purchase. Mine is working great and I haven't been able to break it, despite my noob status to solar power systems. Now I'm just looking for a good inverter to use with it, because the Mean Well inverter that I have now is much better suited for traditional lead acid batteries.

[@raymencaldwell3854]

@@violetocook3009 what inverter did you find?

[@joseurena5247]

Renogy makes really good battery’s Sok 200ah are a bit expensive but also a space safer

[@tonyfontana8451]

Purchased 3 SOK batteries, so far they are great definitely a good value for the money!

[@lonmar44]

I am putting together everything in my Rv This is the kind of inverter charger I bought to use with it I'm glad you did a review on it I appreciate it I hope you can do a second part

[@richardkoch8752]

Check the price on their 100 AH batteries. That's the real bargain. When the time comes I will use two of them. I'm glad to see Jared approve the SOK's! ALSO Will Prowse loved them! He dissected a SOK and in several ways were more impressed with them over the Battle Borns. Between Will's and Jared's opinions I'm in with the SOK's....Inverters....it's still the Multi Plus for me.

[@Theamr952]

We bought 4 206ah SOK batteries about six months ago. We have them hooked up to a MultiPlus II 2x120v. We are extremely happy with both. One of my favorite features is load assist since we have a small generator.

[@angelmiranda9222]

After seeing this vedio i went out and purchased the sungold 4000w inverter charger. Now i want to be able to use the AGS system that it comes with. My problem im in a travel trailer and no portable generator company makes a generator that comes with AGS. Any suggestions?

[@chriskoran836]

This video couldn’t come at a better time for me. I’m swapping to lithium right now and am considering installing an inverter in the near future. I went with SOK as well so I like to see the positive results you achieved. Thanks Jared!

[@AllAboutRVs]

Glad it helps.

[@FrostyPixelsOG]

I'm not all that technical so I just got a Bluetti AC300 (with a B300 battery), and 950 watts of solar. It's a 3000 watt inverter with about 3000 watthour capacity. The AC runs at around 1500 watts on max settings, so it's got enough juice to keep it running for 2 hours straight at max. If I plug in the solar, it'll offset the draw (can get around 750 watts on a sunny day), so that will make it run for 4 hours as long as the solar panels are working properly. The system is pretty modular, so you can add more inverters and batteries and solar as necessary.

[@TheRayDog]

The SunGold LFP inverters have huge surge power ratings. The 3000W unit can start a 13.5k BTU A/C without a soft start with ease, confirmed and done many times in my install.

[@Step-n-Wolf]

DIY battery packs are still cheapest and best. Quarter the price of Battle Born. Full battery management you don't get with the "canned" solutions. Look forward to when you review the best option!

[@mattkrea]

Looking at these SOK batteries (the 24v model) for my new van build. Good to see they seem pretty decent.

[@timbourque5095]

SOK is killing it with quality and pricing 👍 and their new marine version was a good idea for bass boaters on the hunt I'm sure they will sellout as they do .

[@AllAboutRVs]

Yes I was very impressed!

[@riccochet704]

As a bass boater I installed 2x Ampere Time 12v 100ah batteries for my trolling motor. They say automotive use, but I took a gamble. To say I've been impressed is an understatement. For the money, they are half the cost of something from Impulse, LithiumPro, Battle Born, Ionic, etc. Can run almost 3 full days on a charge. Now, they don't have low temp sensors, but I live in the south, so, not really a concern for me. Best money ever spent.

[@agelessrving]

Is the 400amp fuse needed for use with 1 100amp or 2 100 amp batteries? Or is a 200amp fuse needed?

[@Townsonbck]

Thank you, just bought the sungold for my RV coupled up with a power queen 200. Looking forward to setting this up. Great video. 👍

[@gregmcfarland3951]

Looking at that exact setup Sungold 3000 12v and power queen. 4x 100ah. Did you get it setup? If so how is it. Love to see a video on your channel. I think this is a excellent setup for the price No need to pay more. Dose not make sense.

[@Townsonbck]

@Greg McFarland I do have it all set up. It's winter so my camper is put up. Have used it around the house. Works perfect. Love it.

[@markwisner3972]

Great video. I love my SOKs. They only regret is I did not get the 200AH batteries.

[@AllAboutRVs]

The 200 AH batteries are a good deal too!

[@scottsaunders6078]

Great video, made me a subscriber! I'm trying to educate myself on upgrading my 1 year old factory set up to keep my. I've studied your wiring diagram for 50amp rv and the Sungold 3000 watt Inverter. Will I still be able to hook into 50amp shore power as well as 20amp at home before a trip? Will do a sub panel with Residential Refer, a few plugs and Micro not the whole RV, (AC).

[@kenandgwenhislop3176]

Jared great video I have the larger SOK batteries 206 AH version and love ❤️ them. Good to see the review.

[@AllAboutRVs]

Thank you!

[@rickw5679]

I wish there was someone near me in Va that could setup this "easy" system :). Thank you so much for always informative videos!

[@AllAboutRVs]

You’re welcome!

[@rob1484]

I did a cheaper ($/AH) setup using 3 - 200AH Ampere time batteries (placed in a heated area of the RV) and a 4000 watt Giandel pure sine inverter. Even added an automatic power transfer switch. Works well, and at roughly 1/3 of the price of those sponsored Battleborn / Victron everything setups you see so often--and yes it powers every outlet. I hit one remote button in my living area and it everything comes on. The one Victron thing I bought was the shunt, which I had to because of it's huge amp rating. That I also recommend because of the smart phone app feature.

[@raylaux8295]

You should of got the 300ah one even cheaper per wh and you'll be able to use most of that 4,000 watts. just 3,000 watts will draw 250 amps from a battery. You better get another one. Enjoybot makes Ampere Time, Chins, DJLBERMPW and a few others. My 300ah DJLBERMPW tested .36C 310ah

[@rob1484]

@@raylaux8295 I didn't get the 300AH ones for 2 reasons. One was the weight--too much for me to handle in such a tight space. But the bigger and lesser realized one was the maximum output. The Ampere Time 100AH, 200AH and 300AH could all only put out 100 amps surge draw. I wanted the performance of a 400AH BB setup for 600 AH.

[@danaharris5654]

Thank you!! Perfect timing for this topic for me as I'm putting together my system now.

[@AllAboutRVs]

Glad it helped. There are links to what I used for the core system even the battery monitor and 4/0 wire

[@danaharris5654]

@@AllAboutRVs I notice that you set the charge dial to lithium (#4) and not the life pro (#7) do you recomend this over the #7 charge setting? Thanks!!

[@rebeccawright1059]

30Amp RV Sun Gold Schematic. Where would I be able to get a copy? Thank you for all the info you give out we really enjoy watching you.

[@cr973]

I noticed that around the 4:05 point of the video you set the charge position to sealed lead acid instead of LifePO4. Was this done on purpose? And is it because of the 14.4v charge setting vs. the 14v setting for LifePO4? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[@AllAboutRVs]

It was on purpose because the charging voltages matched what the battery manufacturer recommends. I think the inverter labeling is a little off for description and I set it based off the voltage charging profile.

[@henrykrecklow817]

So with this unit having a charger in it, does that mean you don't need the converter any longer? I understand that have a converter on will drain the batteries and so it needs to be turned off if using the inverter. Also what size wiring are we looking at to run to the electrical panel say about 20-25 feet from the inverter? Thanks for the great video.

[@bryanwood84]

Would love to see your update of the Cerbo GX that you installed when you installed the Multiplus II

[@AllAboutRVs]

I’ve been thinking about doing that.

[@cnobillbradley9673]

Ooh I have the Cerbo SXBs with a tri phase adjuster with knurled knobs!

[@cpfpv6410]

There is a new all in one 3000w inverter with 80A battery charger and 500v PV input solar charge controller from EG4 for $675 that I think would be a better inverter option.

[@videobydano]

Regarding Automatic Generator Start (AGS), have you tried that? I have had difficulty getting the SunGoldPower 3000W inverter AGS to start or stop my 2020 Onan 2500 LP generator using the inverter's AGS dry contacts. For those unfamiliar, dry contacts are a safe and standard interface for many worldwide generators that provide the automatic remote start function when the battery voltage gets low (10/10.5V). Can you kindly demonstrate the AGS on this inverter?

[@christinemueller6779]

Is there an advantage to 2 100 ah batteries over 1 200 ah battery? I am in a 30amp camper

[@thebohemian86]

GREAT VIDEO! Very well done. It hard to believe how many hours you can get out of them 2 batteries. I know what i will be upgrading to soon. Thanks agian, mate. Take care.

[@flaviodemoraes2106]

Newbie question, in a 400ah battery bank setup which is the better option if space and weight are not an issue, four (4) SOK 100ah batteries or two (2) SOK 206ah batteries when powering a Victron Energy MultiPlus-II 12/3000/120-32 Inverter/Charger? I like the space savings of the two 206ah batteries but if one fails... FWIW, the RV has a gas 400O watt Onan MicroQuiet generator and we will be adding 800 watts of solar to help in boondocking. Thanks!

[@maryannmaxwell-ni1ep]

Hello Jared, I am a subscriber. My name is Bill my wife’s Maryann. Was going through some of your older videos and came across the one with the sun, gold inverter and Sok batteries I like the simplicity of it not very good at electrical since then and have you came across anything better in that category I really like your opinion on this thank you.

[@HPRaceDevelopment]

more info on the wiring? I'd like to do this. I don't quite understand the power switch

[@delxlup]

Hi Jared. You did a video about Coverters. With this Inverter/charger setup, do you even need a converter?

[@diverm2371]

Thanks Jared Every one of your videos are awesome. Can you do something on changing cam locks outside the rv in detail.

[@AllAboutRVs]

Thanks I’ll add it to the list.

[@allan6021]

Jared, I have a 50A fifth wheel. The manual for the SunGoldPower says you don’t need to connect the input neutral wire on a 50 amp feed. I’m not comfortable with that. The Go Power IC units have connectors for all 4 wires but they have quite few problems reported with their units. So I’m looking at your latest Victron MultiPlus setup with the fancy manual switch. Is there any reason that setup wouldn’t work using a Victron MultiPlus 2000VA instead of the 3000? I only have two Trojan T-105 batteries to power the inverter and I think 2000 watts is plenty for what we’d be using.

[@gfaucett]

I have a 2005 Cameo fifth wheel with an IOTA 55-amp charger and lead acid batteries. I also have a separate 1500 watt inverter to power an A/C small refrigerator. But I am upgrading to two LiTime 200ah LiFePO4 batteries and putting them in parallel, which now requires me to replace my IOTA charger. Since I have to replace the IOTA anyway, I want to design a system to power all my outlets and RV using an inverter when off the grid. I want to power my entire unit with this Sungoldpower 3000W DC 12V to do this. My question is, does this require rewiring my current breaker box, or is it a simple matter of replacing the old charger for the new Sungoldpower charger/inverter? Surely it's more complicated.

[@christinemueller6779]

If the Sungold unit has a transfer switch, does that replace the transfer switch currently in my unit? (I have a generator). I want to convert to lithium and an inverter/charger wired into the panel. Thank you. Love your videos

[@rnproud1802]

Awesome video. I have learned so much about RV electrical from you. Do you think the tree line power systems 3000w inverter charger is the same one as the sun gold. Keep the great videos coming.

[@jarredbenson5333]

So if I wire my 3000w inverter/charger the same way as the 30 amp diagram do I not need bus bars? Are the positive leads of the DC line and the inverter line connected to the same terminal on that disconnect switch?

[@CountryBoyMoto]

Question. You tested two 100 amp hour SOK batteries and it started the ac up but you said you wouldn’t recommend it on those. Would you thing two of the 206 amp hour batteries be sufficient? As long as I had enough solar recharge capability.

[@TexasNailEducator]

I want this but I can not find anyone here in Houston, TX that does this. I have posted on my Wolf Pup Facebook page, etc. I have two small 2300 generators that I travel with, but as you know, people want you to turn them off at night. Well, here in Texas, it may be almost 90 degrees at night. No can do. I have a 2021 Wolf Pup 16FQ. Do you have written instructions that I can download to try to do it myself?

[@grumpyshorts1056]

so with the charge combination... we won't need a separate solar charge controller???

[@mikeweis5925]

I am trying to view your diagram on how to add the 3000 watt inverter with 30 amp transfer switch into a 50 amp rv using the sub panel you mentioned. Do you have a link to this drawing? Pausing the video just doesn’t work too well.

[@davidpatrick1813]

Does that accept Solar input to charge batteries when off grid and not using the 120V inverting etc.?

[@10001694]

What do you feel is better to have, the SOK Lithium Batteries or the AO Lithium Batteries that you showed 2 weeks ago? I like the Bluetooth monitors on the AO batteries but am I giving something up compared to the SOK?

[@AllAboutRVs]

I prefer the he SOK. The Bluetooth is nice in the AOLithium but I would do a smart shunt anyways for the total bank and get my info and Bluetooth from there. I like the terminals better on the SOK which makes wiring it a little nicer for me.

[@mondomarshall7287]

I have a pretty large ClassA Pusher, we do 99% of our camping as dry, not on hookups. I have 800AH of Battle Born, but the standard Schneider 3000W unit can barely handle one AC and some basic TV's lights at a time. I was thinking of installing two of the SunGold 3000w/4000W units and splitting the RV up into two electrical panels. It's a 50A service/transfer switch, We have 1200W of solar on the roof. It would be great to be able to run both 15K AC units at one time with TVs etc going during the day with some Solar help, for small durations. I just haven't seen anyone with that sort of set up. Has anyone requested anything like this?

[@slairdstaley]

We have two Battleborn batteries. Wanting to bite the bullet this year and install an inverter in our fifth wheel. How would you hard wire or install this unit?

[@michaelsteen3488]

How do you know if your trailer inverter will take a lithium battery ?

[@robingreen221]

Hey I have the sungoldpower 3000w inverter/charger that you featured in this video. I would like yo hook it to 30a shore power chord and the to battery bank as simply as possible. I have two life po lithium ion batteries and would like to use your wiring guide as seen on image @ 9:08 of you video any help is greatly appreciated

[@danaharris5654]

Just have one more question about the GFCI outlet. Will it still be hot if the rig is being powered by the shore power?

[@EBKRV412]

Jared when powering the entire rig at the panel from the inverter on a 30amp rig do you just in turn flip the breaker off for the stock wfco converter/charger and does that converter still work then to power 12v to the dc side?

[@AllAboutRVs]

I would pull out the original converter as it wouldn’t be needed anymore. You could pull it out or just permanently leave it unplugged while you had this inverter charger installed on the RV.

[@EBKRV412]

@@AllAboutRVs will the DC side of the fuse panel still be supplied power? Or must you run new lines to that as well

[@jimegan7077]

@@EBKRV412 If the cables connected to the LiFePO4 batteries are the same cables that were used to connect to the lead acid batteries then the DC side would have power. You would most likely have to create new cables for between the LiFePO4 batteries and the inverter and then from the AC output of the inverter to the AC side of the main distribution panel. In addition, your shore power cable would get rerouted from the AC side of the main distribution panel to the AC input of the new inverter.

[@jimegan7077]

While you can flip the breaker on the breaker (the AC input to the converter), the converter is still "live". It has a connection to the DC side and it will continue to draw a small load. If you aren't going to use the converter, you might as well pull it out and save some weight.

[@bbterry44]

What brand of solar panel would you suggest

[@hardrock51]

I have a toy hauler and I’ve been looking at the multiplus 2. I have an onboard generator and only want an inverter/charger to run outlets and TV’s without firing the generator especially at night. What would you recommend. Thanks for your response in advance.

[@vroor32]

The owner of this channel is almost clueless. He only gives simple one liners in his responses 👎

[@caseypries7559]

This has probably been said by someone else but the 20 hr rating applies to lead acid, not lithium. Also given the specs of the sok's you really should be using 3 batteries for 3000 watts. I worry that the bms may not hold up if overused. Also, SOK has a version coming that's heated and has Bluetooth.

[@AllAboutRVs]

Yes 3 would be a much better fit if it’s in the budget.

[@scottd143]

A late question: Did you have any issue with just being able to pass 30A through the inverter when on shore power? I have seen reviews of other inverters with 30A that tripped because one of your 50A electric legs is now only 30A. Thanks in advance.

[@AllAboutRVs]

For this inverter I would set it up with a 30 amp sub panel to avoid that. To connect an inverter to your entire 50 amp RV I recommend the Victron MultiPlus II 2x120. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oXO8mJ6EZsSlbrs

[@rickgriffith1]

Great information! Thank you.👍🏼😎

[@kingsamoanOG]

I know these sungold products are just rebranded mostly from Aims is what I hear.

[@kenmusil8076]

My control panel is 50amp, how necessary is it to wire in a separate control panel like you mentioned? Love the idea for a lower budget and I’m not a full time traveler. I currently have only one Renogy 12v, 100w lithium battery, pending on how much Boondocking my wife with tolerate. I have two 100w solar panels and a 40w MPPT charge controller. Is the mentioned inverter compatible to a portable surge guard?

[@AllAboutRVs]

I would definitely wire it with the sub panel for a 50 amp RV it would make the most sense and yes this worked with our surge protector EMS.

[@RickandDarcirvadventures]

I was told by a Newmar rep last weekend that I shouldn’t use lithium batteries because they are a fire risk. I am not sure if I need lithium but I thought it might be nice to have them.

[@schlz69]

fire risk? I would be curious what their basis for that is. I feel 100% safe with 6 105 ah lithium batteries under my bed.

[@robertgregory2618]

He's looking at the lithium with a different chemistry. The ones in phones, tablets and other small stuff like that. They are totally different. You see them on tv sometimes just causing nasty fires quickly.

[@rob1484]

Lithium ion batteries are a hazard. Lithium iron phosphate batteries you hear about in RV videos are stable and generally considered as safe as AGM.

[@Maxid1]

This is great!

[@iglapsu88]

Nicely done!

[@AllAboutRVs]

Thanks

[@timquicksell2726]

Question, has anyone tried to use Enphase Micro Inverters to produce electricity for an RV. I've seen people run appliances straight from a IQ7+ Enphase micro Inverters. Seems like it would work. Might be a good idea for a video. I would think someone has tried it, but can't find anything showing Micro Inverters on RVs

[@migmigjohnson6083]

If you do want to run an 15,000 btu A/C unit with soft start for about 6 hours you need about 8 of those SOK batteries, unless I fail at math.

[@timbourque5095]

I think more people are getting rid of them rooftop ACs and doing the mini splits witch seems like the thing to do , but yeah lot's of batteries anyway big money no matter what .

[@AllAboutRVs]

Yes that would be a lot of batteries.

[@rob1484]

A better answer would be to run the bedroom AC (13.5k btu) with the vents open and bedroom door closed while you sleep. It would run less than half as often. Less batteries needed.

[@migmigjohnson6083]

@@timbourque5095 The problem with mini splits is where to tuck the outside unit. If you happen to own a really pretty RV this is a dealbreaker because the outside unit is as attractive as a colostomy bag.

[@migmigjohnson6083]

@@timbourque5095 I just upgraded my system with 10.24kWh batteries for $3,000 (that's the equivalent of 8X battleborns which would run over $6,400 and with the same features). I can run the A/C *without* soft start with this system for approximately 7 hours on low, 8 hours on high.

[@bboyda4399]

Thanks for another great video!

[@AllAboutRVs]

Thank you

[@trueblue2k2]

Having messed with big RV battery sets, solar panels, and inverter gennys; these Lithium Power boxes seem to miss the mark in practical terms. Recharge options are just not there for travelers. A big Class A can run down its 220 ah golf cart batteries while dry camping, and the motor home alternator will recharge them on the road in 3 or 4 hours for the next stop over. Even the best 1500w Delta Box recharge rates are only usable with campsite hookups, unless you want to run your generator for the job. Ideally, your RV alternator could do the job, but that would require a hard-wired inverter putting out 1000 watts, and some way to cut out the charge below 2,000 rpm (around town) to avoid a dead engine battery. Given that, and you could arrange fast idle, a parked recharge would even be possible. It does not seem that anyone is on top of this other than Delta who at least offer high charge rates (which is only half of the problem. Mobile RV recharging is the other half (as mentioned. Another unmentionable is that lithiums do not like sub-freezing weather. They lose capacity at much below freezing, and seem to be permanently damaged by a low temp recharge.

[@vroor32]

A year later after your comment... Do u think things have improved? I'm tryna come up with a 48v power bank for my 800w mini-split .. that can recharge in under 6hrs (via alternator + secondary inverter thru a converter)... Not sure if this is feasible

[@CaryPurcell]

I have the same inverter 12v 3000w sungoldpower with charger. I have a 300ah Ampere LiFePo4. I boondocked and ran the LiFePo4 down to 2% last week. When plugged into shore power at home the charger kick in and had it set to push 30 amp. The battery charged to 42% within 3 hours then switched to "float" charge and was no longer charging the batterys. I reviewed dip switch setting and checked all grounds and wiring and could not get it to charge the batteries. Any suggestions the invert

[@jamesfalvey77]

Take it off of lipo4 settings. This feature is preventing me from purchasing this brand

[@joycemoses2411]

Thanks for the review!

[@AllAboutRVs]

Your welcome!

[@timf6916]

Nice, good information

[@AllAboutRVs]

Thanks!

[@brentbushman8989]

Great video!!

[@AllAboutRVs]

Thanks

[@locopixel463]

The LiFePO4 charge setting of 14.0 seems pretty low. Most LiFePO4 batteries I've seen recommend 14.4 to 14.6.

[@dustytravels9458]

Been having problems ever since replacing the cheap, flooded battery in my 2021 G.D. Reflection 5th-wheel with a SOK 206aH lithium battery. First, had to replace the SFCO converter with their 8955-AD (auto detect model). It lasted about three weeks before it over-heated to the point of melting the coating off of the transformer (awful smell). Returned it to WFCO thinking that it was defective, as I had already returned it once for a firmware upgrade. In the meantime, I ordered and installed the PowerMax PM3 converter which once less expensive and tunable to match the voltage specs of the SOK battery. > Well, it melted down in 2-1/2 weeks ! It was a very basic skill level to change out the converters, but now I am clueless. Help !

[@willagoateatit3298]

You need heavier gauge wires.

[@dustytravels9458]

@@willagoateatit3298 I appreciate the input Will, but about 3 months ago, after frying a second WFCO convertor, I installed a much cheaper PowerMax unit, and have not had any issues since.

[@CanadianTexaninLiguria]

SOK = awesome. Sungold = ridiculous $$$$

[@magg992008]

Any experience with Renogy inverter charger?

[@AllAboutRVs]

I haven’t used their Inverters but the other equipment I have used has been great.

[@timaz1066]

thank you again for the info

[@AllAboutRVs]

You’re welcome

[@bruceh3786]

Can your Victron Multiplex be mounted horizontally on the floor or does it have to be mounted vertically on the wall as shown in the video? My trailer only has about 19 inches of hight in the pass thru basement which is not enough to mount it vertically. Thanks.

[@AllAboutRVs]

It can, it just cools a little better in the vertical position typically. I’ve seen some add a fan to help when it’s not vertical.

[@bruceh3786]

@@AllAboutRVs Thank you! That is good to know.

[@RVingwithG]

????? @ 8:50 I see you have the wire From the solar CC to the far (NEG) side of the Shunt >>WHY not to the (NEG) side of the (-) Battery?

[@AllAboutRVs]

Good question. I go to the shunt because if I bypass it and go straight to the battery the battery monitor won’t be accurate because it wouldn’t meter the solar. By going to the shunt the monitor will include what solar is putting in.

[@mr.p960]

Outstanding video Sir, very informative Thank you!

[@AllAboutRVs]

Thank you!

[@robingreen221]

image at 9:06

[@carolinadreamer6689]

I recently read a review that the AIMS' products (Which is the Sungold with a different Sticker) are absent native LiFePO4 charging capabilities. Instead, the manual instructs to charge the batteries like a Lead Acid battery potentially reducing the life span of Lithium batteries. Do you have any updates on the charging modes of the Sungold? Thanks

[@paulmcmullen5969]

Bought this coverter has not worked on inverter sungold wants me to pay shipping to send it back to be repaired. Must text them takes 24hr to get back to me tell me no engineers available on vacation don't know what to do

[@AlamoCityCello]

This is not a budget unit! At $700, it’s more expensive than the Renogy. Sungold has only a few reviews on Amazon. So the jury is still out on its longevity. I’m opting for separate charger and inverter units. These all-in-one boxes fail more often due to overheating!

[@robertgregory2618]

Have you looked at the Xantrex Freedom XC 817-2080? Love mine and the service is amazing.

[@AlamoCityCello]

It doesn’t make sense to combine a charger and inverter together in one box. When one of the components fail, you have to toss the whole unit! Overheating becomes a major issue.

[@GoingPlacesOne]

SOK beats the crap out of Renogy.

[@AllAboutRVs]

It’s an impressive battery.

[@jamesfalvey77]

Lipo4. 14 volts ?!?!?!?

[@TheRayDog]

Well, mine has now failed after 5 months of very light use in a trailer. 3 trips total, with less than 10 inverting hours on it. Sad commentary. Should have sprung for a Victron, given the investment at stake.

[@smitty3509]

So, would you run all 30 amps through this inverter and then to the RV 120v buss bar? With 3 100 Li batteries. That would limit you to 25 amps, with some spikes. That would be putting a lot of trust in the Sun Gold inverter.

[@AllAboutRVs]

When it has power coming in it was passing through the full 30 amps. The internal switch changes from inverting to pass through.

[@Grizazzle]

I object to the term budget because "name brand" devices are CLEARLY overpriced.

[@mooreadventures]

That Sun Gold Power inverter looks exactly like a AIMS inverter

[@AllAboutRVs]

The similarities are many.

[@mia2319]

Jared, are you receiving emails at your Gmail account?

[@AlamoCityCello]

How long have you used these products? You really can’t speak to longevity. It’s my biggest problem with these info-ads.

[@robertgregory2618]

Check out Will Prose on you-tube. He rips apart all kinds and makes of batteries and he is very impressed with SOK. I love mine.

[@Avedis-G]

$570 for a 100ah lithium doesn’t seem like “budget” to me. I’ve found similar ones for closer to $325.

[@molin2]

Love your videos but can’t buy Chinese made products for the obvious reasons. Battleborn batteries are made in America.

[@AllAboutRVs]

I hear you, amazing battery and American made. I hope to tour their new facility if I can make it to Nevada.

[@jefferythayer6103]

Correction: BB batteries are assembled at their Nevada plant, using all Chinese components.

[@JeffSkymaster]

@@jefferythayer6103 you are correct

[@jimfoley7618]

The Inverter looks like a knockoff of the Aims inverters!

[@shanonqual759]

Go victron or be in the dark!!!!

[@AllAboutRVs]

Love our Victron, it’s amazing.

[@jasonmick5264]

Very good information! Thanks!