DIY Solar Generator

[@mjrootz]

I'm an electrical engineer, and dude this is the best KZbin project I have seen. Well done, great fit and trim and a really professional job.. I believe you can sell these. Also, I'm glad you used off the shelf batteries instead of building your own battery packs.. which I believe is too dangerous for most DIY guys. Most don't realize a short across the wrong battery terminals on a DIY pack will start a fire that can't be extinguished.

[@teddypierce6871]

Are you concerned about the lack of proper crimping?

[@mjrootz]

Not so much as that but accidentally connecting to the wrong terminals. Or using too small of wire and terminals

[@carlanderson5068]

Very nice build. A build list would be nice, but a tutorial, or even just some info about things you learned building this (do's and don'ts) would be great. And not just on the electric portion. What you wish you'd do differently if you were starting now, how you figured out what battery to buy, etc.

[@WatchKeyNetwork]

Yesssssssss

[@manbunmyname5866]

You're going to need $10k in extra cash and an abundance of time. Like this guy did, just keep throwing money/time at it.

[@PB8man]

@@manbunmyname5866 10 k to build this battery bank? How about Nooooooo

[@whydontyouaskme]

@@manbunmyname5866 🤣 you need that much dummy. Get up sold 🤣 🤣

[@mattcarolina]

Depending on your needs look into the Dr pepper 100ah lifepo4 battery with the DC charging hub . You can add inverter and plug solar straight in.. it's a system you can easily upgrade if you needs change.. not as big and nice as this system but not nearly as much work or $

[@gailmrutland6508]

*One of --- if not THE BEST -- designs I have seen on KZbin. However, most of us lack your skill and knowledge so this would be quite the challange.*

[@ClarkyMalarky]

Believe in yourself , there’s more youtubes to show you anything you need to know. 😅

[@JPSURF16]

wow i wish this had a diy build with all these components. This is exactly what i would like to build for a Ovrland Camper and use at an off grid property to build things etc in Arizona. Great work and craftsmanship

[@SirHackaL0t.]

One observation… in your battery box you have the cables from the battery to the lid arranged so the positive is above the negative terminals which seems not optimal from a short circuit pov. :)

[@Lewythefly]

I came to see if someone had noticed this, must close with the lid shut

[@tititata1]

US is blessed with talented DIYers like you. No wonder it's so innovative.

[@pgtiyamu]

I've watched over 20 diy solar generator videos on here. Yours is without a doubt the best one I've come across! Like a few other comments on here, some sort of build list tagged to this or updated video would do great! That wire routing is top notch

[@7996hobguy]

This is the best I have seen as well. We need a build list.

[@natearrigoni]

This is the slickest build I have seen. In both style and function, very cool!

[@boardbuslife]

I've been researching a DIY setup, and yours is by far the most ingenious I've seen yet! So much thought and effort, the modular portability with the 3 part system is great! And your truck build!! This is what I aspire to be like as a contractor, thank you for the time and effort put into making this video to share. Much love and respect 🙌🏼

[@boardbuslife]

Was thinking of a Milwaukee Pack out setup, but prices were high. This Ridgid build is genius! Very very well done, clean and skillful. Modular and versatile too! In love with what you've created, amazing work, keep it up!

[@jessebrimhall4872]

This build is pretty amazing, and I have learned more about the possibilities of a portable power station from your video than from most I've seen! Love the ham builds also. Maybe I'll run into you on the air here in AZ

[@grantfoley5414]

Technically not a generator but I’ll let you have it 😂. Appreciated the extra time you took to show real examples of both the box and the solar. Thank you

[@mc9551]

Very nice, well thought out & cleanly done. Would be nice to see a build list. Thanks for sharing.

[@htoddgriffin4787]

I did a 300ah/1500w inverter box last year and I'm happy to see we did a lot of similar things in our projects. I even used a bigger Rigid toolbox as my starting point as well. I want to build an even bigger system this winter, because I just like building things, but at some point those all-in-one charge controller/inverter systems start to make a lot of sense. I think my next build will be a 24v/410ah using a combo controller/inverter in a wheeled Stanley toolbox.

[@customtech383]

Sounds great

[@davidwhite5858]

When you do this get ahold of me!

[@johnroyer3191]

Very impressive. Obviously a lot of work went into this. Thank you for posting!

[@MauriceL1980]

This is the best setup I've seen on KZbin. Great job! Hope you made a video of how you made this remarkable build.

[@randybobandy9828]

I built the same thing but in Milwaukee pack out box. Its a all in one 5000wh 24v li ion(18650 cell built myself) battery. 2000w inverter. 20amp mppt(could fit a larger one) all in one container. Since my battery is regular li ion it's smaller than yours but 2x the capacity. Works great.

[@DeliberateNRandom]

This is impressive! Not difficult to replicate, but there's a lot of design here. The meticulous planning on everything you have is perfect.

[@LivinglovingGod1st]

That is so fine. It’s very well done. I love the organized, well laid out way in which you assembled this.

[@koruoverland]

Great work, love the attention to detail and how tightly designed your system functions. Awesome to see, thank you for sharing!

[@Myrune1]

I like the setup overall. You may want to consider insulating the inverter connections. They crossover and come dangerously close to each other when the case is closed. If someone decides to lean on, sit on or rest something on that case it could get interesting. I know you wouldn't do it, but you never know what others might do.

[@harryniedecken5321]

Very nice job. Anyone with fabrication skills of a reasonable level can replicate it with some moderate effort. I am honestly not sure why people are complaining about every nut and bolt being listed. That isn't how DIY works. If someone cannot figure this out they probably don't own the tools to build one either. Yes I have built similarlish setups. It does take some effort and thinking but that is the fun aspect.

[@customtech383]

Thanks!

[@warrengalpin-gg6tr]

Well done. Very impressed. Yes can u please put up a build list at some time? I’m still learning and that would be very helpful. Cheers from Aussie Warren G

[@PWoods-cd6tk]

Nice setup. Lots of effort put into it. It looks like something a professional electrician would build for you if they do that sort of thing.

[@mmyr123]

Lots of versatility. Nice job

[@jasonbroom7147]

Very impressive build! I built something very crude, by comparison, but similar in concept. If I ever built another one, I'd like it to be more like what you've made.

[@ypsiprepper]

This is exactly what I've been looking at doing. I already have the cases from bauer, lifepo4 cells to make the battery, and a bunch of other things. Just need some hardware and I'm ready to build. Great video!

[@mikekila1815]

Amazing setup...Very meticulous and well thought out design. Your DIY skills are on a different level !!!

[@johnnyboy8132]

Cool show & tell! Seems like a look of craftsmanship went into it. Would love to see more video of the build process. Do you have a background in metal work?

[@customtech383]

Thanks, I didn't take many pictures as i went along, sorry.

[@VictorCastillo-hb5bs]

You can get the bottom wheel section for storage, and it can roll itself. Or add a metal plate at the bottom and add removable wheels and handle.

[@MyLegacyLaserStudio]

Your set up is beautiful! I’m starting to do research to build one myself. I really wish you had a parts list. Awesome awesome!

[@spockmcoyissmart961]

Best I've seen so far! Can you give an estimate of material costs? Of course, your time won't be there, but I can tell you spent a lot of time thinking/planning even before assembling.

[@bewise2297]

Wow that was Awesome. You should put those into production! People would buy them.

[@darrylclifton6153]

Found my winter project. Thank you sir.

[@monroewt]

Outstanding design, workmanship, and presentation! The modular aspect is genius. Didn't catch how power is passed into the top box's inverter connections -- is that a custom metal bracket that fits onto the bottom box's top bolts/terminals, shown @3:40? I'm guessing it's cross-sectional area is similar to the 4 gauge wire so no voltage drop (or excessive heat buildup)? Thanks for sharing!

[@customtech383]

Thanks, I use aluminum for the brackets to the inverter. No heat or voltage loss problem

[@mathewroberts5222]

Can you share some pics on how you did this. I'm doing a modular build like yours and am debating on the best way to get the power from the lower battery module to the upper inverter module.@@customtech383

[@TopCat2021]

That is a very clean and well thought out modular system that you have come up with, Kudos! to you. Thanks for sharing.

[@scottsherwood8555]

Very cool setup! Very nice workmanship. Thanks for sharing this.

[@jchancalifornia]

Thank you for taking the time to do the video. Just enough information for inspiration. This is a very clean and well thought out design. Great job! Edit. I just saw the build list in the information section of your video. Most excellent!

[@winstonsmiths2449]

I built a 5.2k system on a cart similar to the one you used. I used Velcro and eraser board sheets from Home Depot to enclose the lower part of the cart which holds the batteries. Helps keep the dust down and protects the batteries. Use the industrial strength Velcro,

[@juancarloshernandez1769]

Best build i had seen so far, it looks nice ..

[@cdonuts7335]

Wow very nice! A lot of thought obviously went into this build! One of the best I've seen. I'm halfway through my 300ah kings Lithium battery which is on a hand truck. The rest is all Victron and itech world components! You can get a solar tracking system that uses 12 volt rams to move the solar panels and track the sun.

[@davidnachbaur6805]

I really like at how you have made it in modules. Very!! Nice

[@wrxs1781]

Good video, I have also built some systems over the years, especially panel arrays, and battery banks. You should capture good solar energy in an arid desert region. Unfortunately living in northern Canada solar was not a good option, but a costly one.

[@mvanalst2003]

Great build! That was a ton of work. Gives me some more ideas for my build. Thank you for creating and sharing, sir.

[@MikeAndNary]

Impressive is an understatement!!

[@normantiedemannii5236]

I've literally started this same build. Same boxes, same concept. This is cool that I came across your video after deciding what I'm doing. Great build. Maybe I'll document / record my setup too? Regardless, great stuff and thanks for taking the time to post this

[@customtech383]

Have a great time putting it together!

[@lamh5265]

That's what will work. Nicely organized.

[@rpgreseller]

Video description should have specs, parts, price breakdown. Helps people do a cost benefits analysis. Nice setup. Do you have a video that shows your construction process?

[@customtech383]

I'm hoping to do this in the near future, just lacking the time, sorry

[@jaymedina3142]

Fabulous job! Really nice. Looks very professional. Liked the use of the Rigid boxes.

[@lifechanges4097]

That setup is something I hope to have soon. Great video sir 👍

[@k5wxp22]

Man, that is one slick setup! Great job!

[@DroneLifeRC]

WOW... Best setup Ive seen... Impressive

[@tiagon19]

By far the best video on diy generator!

[@sharpenrightservicesllc]

This is a fantastic build. Thanks for sharing!

[@andyjack2368]

nice build 🥰🥰🥰🥰i have that same tool box with 48 volt pure sine wave inverter love it from my inverter i used 12 gauge wire the wire you used to wire house with 2 15A Breaker and 20A breaker for my out let them

[@dragon72gear]

This is a great setup 👌 will be making one of my own thanks

[@Code_hack_]

Great setup! Do you have a cost breakdown? Is the solar panel stand a custom build as well? Both were done very well. I may borrow some of your ideas.

[@customtech383]

Thanks! Yes, I cut and welded up the stand from some metal stock I had. I don't have a parts and cost breakdown but I am going to try to put one together as time permits.

[@williamh6547]

Really nice build, 👍 thanks for sharing.

[@GardenerOfDreams]

Great modularity, appreciate the insights!

[@iantsears]

wwWOW... just... Wow. All the pieces I've been clipboarding (for years now) in one video... There is SO much going on in this (and COMPLETED)... Subscribed. Liked. My wife is not going to be able to find me for a week unless she tries the garage.

[@MrAdamNTProtester]

That is an outstanding Build- thanks for sharing appreciate you

[@HebrewNomadOverlander]

Hi, I have a question as I'm watching your video. Where is your large fuse for your 3000 watt inverter? Shouldn't you have at least a 350-450 watt fuse because of the larger inverter? I have a 425 on mine.

[@customtech383]

I did back up on my fuse (250) because my plan for usage is minimal. But yes, 350 would probably be a good idea

[@flipmode00]

Very impressive and well done.

[@jhartmac100]

Exactly what I was thinking about, and you built it!!! thank you.

[@MBergyman]

Thanks for sharing, looking to build something similar but with the 24V Ampere Time battery to reduce the conductor sizing.

[@MattLesak]

Very nice build! Love the attention to detail and customization. Thanks for sharing!

[@winstonsmiths2449]

I want to build a similar system using Harbor Freight wheeled combo set. $120-ish for a 3 piece set. They stack and the bottom unit has wheels of course. You can buy each of the 3 pieces individually. They are very sturdy and the price is value all day.

[@barntt]

Just re watched this video. Awesome build. What is the weight of these two boxes together? Love Anderson Power Poles

[@customtech383]

Roughly 85 lbs

[@mueckenhoeffer]

Very nice build! I've got the same inverter, and am disturbed that mine draws significantly more than yours in an idle state.

[@Syncere20]

Very nice set up.

[@johndias6614]

Nice clean build. Would love to see a build tutorial.

[@mattcarolina]

Great build video! I'm building a 100ah x 1000w version that I can add batteries to small enough I can lug it around camping , the Dr prepper/renogy battery with the DC charging hub is so simple with built in 40a mppt charge controller. But you have given me some ideas! Thanks

[@aaronmalone3941]

Awesome, well put together system. Do you have instructions for your builds?

[@YourOldPalFernbark]

Nice work. Before I watched this video I had decided to use the Ridged 2.0 box for a similar build.

[@josephlabrie5984]

Very Cadillac build and quite nice! You didn’t show how you connect the battery box to the inverter box for power to the inverter . . . I’d like to know.

[@customtech383]

In the video I showed the bottom box with 2 bolts coming out of the top (3/8). These bolts go through the bottom of the inverter box and then bolt to the inverter.

[@Bobster986]

Wow 😮You need to make some videos on how to build this system, yours is so cool!

[@adventure_joe9153]

Nice build man, looks great!

[@GiselleTrujillo]

This is absolutely genius and amazing!

[@briangrove597]

Very slick setup….

[@adamdmc]

I agree with everyone else. AWESOME build and would really love to see a build sheet.

[@leemobai762]

Would have been nice if you listed links for the components you used.

[@rocky48ish]

Just incredible... well done.

[@SimpleGunner]

This has my interest, can you do a built tutorial/ build list?

[@byronmorgan1975]

Very impressive!

[@CherokezPittman]

Wow, that Segway Portable PowerStation Cube Series sounds like an incredible piece of outdoor gear! With its massive capacity, super fast recharging, and waterproof technology, it seems perfect for camping and ensuring uninterrupted power supply during family outings. Thanks for sharing this recommendation, I'll definitely look into it for my next adventure!

[@CherokezPittman]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts! I completely agree, the Segway Portable PowerStation Cube Series is a game-changer for outdoor adventures and family outings. With its massive capacity, fast recharging, and waterproof technology, it's definitely a reliable option to ensure uninterrupted power supply during your next camping trip. Happy exploring!

[@sghoughton]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@alanesterline2310]

Nice video on your system(s)! Have you ever considered putting a set of panels above the cab? Two advantages, the extra panels of course but if there is 2" - 4" space between them and the roof , the roof is always in the shade. Just a thought.

[@craftyoldman]

I would love to see a step-by-step build video. I am interested in setting up a 6000kw unit for my food trailer.

[@customtech383]

I am honored by your request , but at this point in my life i don't have the time to put that together

[@harryniedecken5321]

My son did something similar in a food trailer. He was too far away for me to help him, but a local marine electrician helped him build it. For that power level you will want to use either 24 or 48 volt instead of 12 volt.

[@soundguyedward4249]

fantastic system... Thank you for the video. Well done!

[@RogueOntheRoad]

On the air intake side i would want a HEPA air filter. There is a lot of dust circulating in the air. Also the charging kit would stay in it's own box with a 3 way switchable cable to connect to the power station battery.

[@edgarjordan6037]

Love the setup. I recently purchased a rigid box but my 3000w inverter is too long for any of those boxes. Smh, I’ll find a way to make it work

[@harryniedecken5321]

For a battery pack like this, a smaller inverter is really just fine. You aren't going to get 3000 watts out of that battery.

[@ROCKET-22-22]

👏 thank you and good job very nice work but do you advise me to do it by myself and my weather up to 75c do you think it well work???

[@moobaz8675]

That is a really neat and clever system.

[@shamanking5195]

Have you had good luck with the blower cooling fans ??? How long do the blower fans last ??? are you able to keep the temperature low enough ???

[@customtech383]

I haven't run the fans for days on end, so I am not sure of their quality. Temp seems ok

[@shamanking5195]

@@customtech383 is there any particular reason why you used the blower fans ???

[@GotrekGurninsson]

Is there a charge controller for the battery or is it built into it?

[@ItsEverythingElse]

Would any of the all-in-one inverter/chargers fit in that top box? Then you would have built-in solar and AC charging.

[@customtech383]

That would be ideal if it would fit. Everything I've seen it too tall for the small box. A big one like the bottom one would work and hold the solar controller as well, but that doesn't work well for me.

[@Jayda08]

What did you use to filter out the UV rays before they enter the circuit breaker??

[@sirslaythelot6018]

Beautifully built . Hope your channel does well . Subscribed 👍

[@celsoruiz4339]

I really like this set up. I'm moving to Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 soon. I definitely will try to build one. Thanks for this information and all the details. God bless you and your family.

[@bmiller1958]

👏 great setup and video