DIY Off Grid 5.12KWH Redodo Homemade Solar Generator

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DIY homemade off-grid portable power station that can easily be recharged from solar and power essential items during blackouts.

[@goodoz9942]

I built this same setup. Pro tip: Plug that refrigerator into a programmable lamp timer and it'll run 3x longer. 8 programmable on/off programs...my fridge will run for one hour on, two hours off...8 times per day. This way you're keeping your food cold and only powering the fridge for 8 hours per day. Good video, cheers!

[@user-hh6ex9md4w]

That's a great tip for maximizing the use of the solar generator! It's always helpful to find energy-saving methods, especially when it comes to powering essential appliances like a fridge. By utilizing the programmable lamp timer, you're not only keeping your food cold but also conserving power. Just wanted to mention that Segway offers the Portable PowerStation Cube Series, which provides massive capacity and versatile power options for outdoor enthusiasts like us. It could be a great addition to your setup for backup power needs during camping trips or even at home. Cheers!

[@gregorybarger5591]

Your video is extremely user friendly and on the " Laymans Level" I shared your system with friends who have no electronic background and they found it enjoyable. Have friends who been totally off grid (not tied back into local system) for 15 years and they enjoy your sharing of knowledge. There are 18 cubic refrigerators with freezers that are design specifically for 12 volt operation. Price tag $1800--$2000. You just plug right into a 2000 watt 12 volt power inverter. Your hands on explanations provides reasurance to one who lacks such knowledge or new to the field. Thank you for sharing.

[@jasonbroom7147]

Now yer talkin'! :) Not only are solutions like this surprisingly easy to DIY, they are remarkably capable and fairly cost-effective for what you're getting. You can actually make this even simpler by purchasing an inverter with the solar charge controller built in. A GREAT new option is the Signature Solar, EG4, 6000XP. It not only includes the charge controller, it has the DC-rated breakers for your solar and battery inputs. It's a true all-in-one that makes the connection process that much easier. The only caveat is that it requires a 48v battery, so you'd need 4 of the batteries you showed in this video, but then you'd have a fantastic system with 10kwh of storage, 6,000 watts of AC output (split between two 120v legs) and a huge amount of solar input capacity. Where your system is a great value at $1,600, this much larger (and scalable) system would cost about $3,500, but it would be a whole house solution. Compare that to the absurdly high price of some of the larger "portable" power stations!

[@henrymorgan3982]

Great setup for a remote location power source. Great video!

[@mannyfragoza9652]

I have a few DIY small battery systems. I do prefer the DIY systems in case something goes wrong. the whole system doesnt down maybe just one component. The more complex the system the more time it take to repair. But I do really love my Eco Flow Delta mini. I use it 24/7 as a UPS to run my Chest Freezer.

[@caryvielhauer9743]

While this is absolutely the most affordable battery/solar setup, you have to have the solar to make it an everyday solution. If your in a forest like myself and you dont want to cut down trees for 100,000 square feet to make a bald, the more expensive alternatives with generator and solar help has worked for me especially with their shorter AC charging times. 10 cu ft fridge and 3.5 cu ft freezer both energy star tier 1 (lowest tier) have been run on a Ecoflow delta 2 and a mini for 6 months running 3500 watt generator for 1.75 to 2.75 hours a day to recharge them. Recently purchased another delta 2 and that has really made a difference since the delta mini is NCM technology and not lifep04, Delta mini is less than 1K. Both my delta 2's have extra battery for 2k capacity. Home Depot has had the best price for the combo off and on for most of the year lowest being $999 recently. Thats 2k option far less than ANYBODY out there all year. That said I have 5k pytes and Growatt combo, and more. Renogy 320 watt panels suck unless their in full sun. 100 watt are better for low light. And really like your vids so keep em coming. Thanks.

[@ricochetronm5385]

Nice job. I have a Bluetti AC 300

[@michaelcoghlan9124]

Good video thank you. M

[@arnoldreiter435]

another advantage to DIY is that is can be built for your specific needs, and is easier to update as time goes by. Once you buy the pre built you are locked in to that system and in 6 months there will be a better option....how do i know? this is what happened to me. Just look at all the new systems coming out lately of course the price keeps going up but your old system is worth very little if you try to sell it. There seems to be no market for used portable power systems.

[@andrewmaiden3738]

You should mention the important fact that you shouldn't go below 20% of battery capacity to protect the integrity of the battery units. Being constructive and recognising what you have created, why not attach a list of components and an instructional build in the episode.

[@ginkinss]

Awesome video and very helpful. I've been looking to build the same exact set-up. No fuse needed between the battery and inverter? Also how do you know the level of charge in the battery without a shunt? Thanks.

[@jamesdiggs6742]

I'm new to this diy thing but I bought a 24v 100 battery redodo wish id bought a 200 or more but question is can I still buy another battery and put together other battery is 9 months old can I put old battery with new battery? Really TY

[@minutemanprep]

Yes you can add batteries that are 9 months apart. Use the same battery

[@larrykrueger8948]

Can you do a video on the type of switch that are available on the market. Then compare for use on ecoflow, bluetti or home built system.

[@nascar427]

Good setup. I am going to be doing the same. What gauge wires are they? They seem kinda small to be pulling 200+ amps? What about an ANL fuse and a shutoff?

[@stedyone1090]

What high amp DC switches do you recommend?? Link??

[@robertlopez7303]

Hi Ben, I closes to purchasing a Apollo 5k through you. I like the concept of these batteries. Will the batteries work with the Apollo?

[@minutemanprep]

Sadly no because the Apollo batteries need to have communication between each other and the main unit. With a battery like this there is no communication which means they will get unbalanced and eventually hurt each other. I appreciate your support in ordering through me, it means a lot and is very helpful to the channel. PoweredPortableSolar.com/shop/

[@jojoihrke]

Coildyoudo a system liketjisthatcan be hooked up to wind turbine also. So on. Days where its. Cloudy for a long time we can still charge the batteries and have power?? I know you only talk about solar. Butcan youhelp inthis area ordo you know some one who does. Thanks

[@markjob6354]

Nahhhh. Very nice system though. 👌 I don't want to screw around. I just want advanced automation from my phone, and to plug it in, turn it on, and simply walk away. 👍😃 However, the cost factor of this easy setup is something to consider, because Hysolis and EcoFlow products are very expensive IMHO.

[@orban6319]

what charge controller are you using

[@ronparr6799]

i am new to this solar power stuff. So what in the min and max panels in can use to charge the batteries with the set up you show on this video

[@minutemanprep]

That is determined by the BMS in the battery and the MPPT charge controller. Each battery can charge up to about 2,560w input. You then find an MPPT charge controller that can allow up to 2,560w input for the 12v setting.

[@ronparr6799]

@@minutemanprep thanks

[@kevinklausmeyer4356]

Do you have 24V inverter that you recommend?

[@nerkymusselman8843]

how would i recharge this w/o solar? could you do some videos for those with zero solar option? kinda tired of solar input talk on most all videos out there, when there is no option available (too many trees). thank you.

[@scottmurphy4946]

Battery charger and a generator if you can't use solar

[@gregorybarger5591]

Your video is extremely user friendly and on the " Laymans Level" I shared your system with friends who have no electronic background and they found it enjoyable. Have friends who been totally off grid (not tied back into local system) for 15 years and they enjoy your sharing of knowledge. There are 18 cubic refrigerators with freezers that are design specifically for 12 volt operation. Price tag $1800--$2000. You just plug right into a 2000 watt 12 volt power inverter. Your hands on explanations provides reasurance to one who lacks such knowledge or new to the field. Thank you for sharing.