Extend your Bluetti EB3A Runtime with Batteries you already have | USB-C Power Delivery

[@markkevin2114]

come on people this is good stuff. give this dude a thumbs up

[@ToFightTheGoodFight]

Okay 👍🏽

[@CalcProgrammer1]

For the batteries that are within the voltage range of the EB3A input, it would make more sense just to directly connect the battery rather than go through USB-C. The USB-C adapter on the battery is doing some voltage conversion to hit whatever voltage target is negotiated by the USB to barrel jack adapter. I 3D printed a connector clip for my Ryobi 18V batteries that just connects directly to the + and - of the battery, then plugged that straight into the EB3A. It started pulling 100-120W from the battery and did so for a while before it depleted the battery. I think this is the most efficient way to use a tool battery for this purpose as there's no extra power conversion involved. Next step though is how to use my 40V Ryobi lawn mower batteries for the same purpose, as 40V is above the 28V input rating. I don't have any buck converters capable of a 40V input right now, but they probably exist.

[@4thewinak]

i agree that's probably the best way to do so

[@vkristof1]

You'd be relying on the Ryobi battery to do all the protection in this scenario. The author alluded to the Ryobi batteries having a decent amount of protection circuitry, but do they have a thermal cutout?

[@JL-qk3xu]

Yes this is exactly what i was thinking, great to see someone else post this, I also would love to use my 40v batteries to boost my power station.

[@bfjoutdoors]

I think the issue alot of people have is that most tool batteries do not have built in battery protection. Ryobi is one of the only ones. If you direct connect and dont disconnect soo enough you will damage your battery with most brands.

[@chrisneville7310]

I've got mine hooked up to a 24v 100amp lifepo battery and works great. Nice video 👍

[@WetaMantis]

😱😱100amps?!

[@chrisneville7310]

It sure has, if you decide to add a battery make sure you fuse the cable coming into the Bluetti. It can't pull any more than 200 watts as it will cause it to overload or even over cook some electronics. I connect mine to a cigarette barrel socket for ease and portability

[@multikillerpro1]

@@chrisneville7310 any pics?

[@DrewbiehdORIG]

24v 100Ah*

[@JoeAnshien]

Great video - Could you please post links to the USB-C to 8mm adapters and cables you recommend and especially the Ryobi do dad you had hooked up. Thanks

[@chrislincoln489]

Can you use a 12v car battery to extend time.

[@ARLGD]

Wow, that sounds like an amazing power station from Segway! The Cube Series seems to have all the features I would look for in a reliable backup power source for outdoor adventures or home use. The massive capacity, fast recharging, and versatile sockets definitely make it convenient for various power needs. Plus, the waterproof technology is a huge benefit. Thanks for sharing this recommendation!

[@CherokezPittman]

I completely agree with you, the Segway Portable PowerStation Cube Series is definitely an amazing power station! It has all the features one would need for reliable backup power, whether it's for outdoor adventures or home use. The massive capacity, fast recharging, and versatile sockets are truly convenient. And of course, the waterproof technology is a huge advantage. Thanks for sharing your recommendation!

[@ARLGD]

I completely agree with you! The Segway Portable PowerStation Cube Series seems like an incredible power station for outdoor adventures or home use. It has all the features you would look for in a reliable backup power source. The massive capacity, fast recharging, versatile sockets, and waterproof technology make it extremely convenient. Thanks for sharing your recommendation, it's definitely worth considering!

[@brianw6645]

Is there a way to use my EGO batteries to charge the Bluetti?

[@wangyuefeng688]

How about from Milwaukee 175W AC port?

[@poptpil]

good info on the various types of power tool batteries.

[@rainlei9324]

amazingly useful video - thank you!!

[@Seafariireland]

Thanks for a great lesson!

[@tattoolimbo]

What I would like to know is how you hook up a 12v deep cycle battery to boost run time and will solar charge the Bluetti as well as the deep cycle battery?

[@nicholasenglish7350]

Same I did it with a 12v cigarette lighter (female) wired directly to my extra battery...& Can only get 2watt input...😂 Did you ever figure it out?

[@tattoolimbo]

@@nicholasenglish7350 so far I haven't tried anything, still hoping someone has an answer.

[@branchbiker]

You can extend the runtime of this unit without the USB-C in/out module. Instead, just get one of the many power wheels diy attachments (amazon has many) and wire it directly into the DC7909 port. Worked fine for me and I was able to get about 150w input.

[@currentfaves65]

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[@PAXthe4Th]

The station draws a lot of power out of the tool batteries fast

[@puffyd58]

Just before watching this video, I ordered a power wheels DIY attachment for my DeWalt 20v batteries to be used with my Eb3a. I'm hoping I don't have the same charging difficulties with that arrangement that DeWalt had in this video.

[@davidwilkinson3172]

Why not use the USB-C port is that not input and output 100w? just plug the DeWalt DC unit straight in?

[@texasuavpilot]

I own a Bluetti EB3A and a Jackery Explorer 240 is there a way to connect them in series parallel to each other?

[@edwindeleon]

I am a RC hobbyist and run RC boats, trucks, planes, and all sorts of RC. I have about 10 packs or more of 5000mah LIPOS just sitting around for 6 months at a time and I am planning on using them to extend this solar storage device. They are 3s each pack meaning 11.1v and ~ 12.60 fully charged. Im planning on using ALL my 10 packs of 5000mah LIPOs to extend this SOLAR station capacity by hooking up 2 x 5000mah packs in series to make 25.2V and adding a low battery alarm on both battery packs balance leads to prevent over discharge bellow 3.5v per cell.. They are a VERY HIGH AMP discharge rate batteries (up to 70c discharge rate per cell. They cost about $60-100 a pack!! ) I am going to have to make a custom cable using the car charger cable to make an EC5 to 8mm barrel conversion.

[@ShowemRight]

Wow, not for nothing Im focused on this Bluetti model because I have it, but these other power tool batteries, I never knew these tool batteries have all these accessories to them. I am a Makita Dude, and I will search Makita more to see if there's power adaptive accessories to add to their badass batteries. Much respect to Millwauki for having that 115 v adapter accessory to its line, and Dewalt, and Ryobi.

[@hobonews420]

So you can't use dewalt battery to charge it...?

[@suzyhayden8643]

You would use this if there was a power outage at your home... like in a tornado damaged area.. etc... and if you have the solar panel you can keep it charged. Otherwise til you need it you keep it charged with your home electric plug ins... and as you are demonstrating also recharge with some of yur power tool power packs...(I live in Kentucky.. had bad tornado and win damage in our state this past year.. )

[@jasecastle9173]

Hi buddy, could you use one eb3a to extend the runtime of a second eb3a buy using the USBc output from one to the mmpt input of the other? Great video thanks, liked and subscribed.

[@michaelcoffey8804]

What is the Ryobi adapter? And where do I find the cord?

[@belindaintexas8789]

Ryobi says that is an old adapter that they dont make anymore.

[@4EverrBroke]

I use the milwaukee top off method but it only works for a few then it turns off. It doesnt work consistently

[@4thewinak]

weird, that's unfortunate. Maybe the build on all the bluetti's aren't all very well controlled.

[@waynebarton2190]

Hey there , how could I use ego 56 volt

[@Back2BackLakers2010]

What parts are you using for the RYOBI setup?

[@DjHypnoz]

+1 dont find anything when googling

[@4thewinak]

usbc to barrel cable: amzn.to/3C7LdLO DC to USBC converter: amzn.to/3fQZEfN ^ appears the 90 watt version is no longer available though..

[@DjHypnoz]

@@4thewinak but we need the battery converter

[@4thewinak]

@@DjHypnoz I just used an old battery charger that i had from back in the day and wired it to the DC to USBC converter above. Something like this www.ebay.com/itm/265781995001 wired to the USBC converter, then glued together

[@Back2BackLakers2010]

@@4thewinak I just did this. Got 160w at 8.5amps 20v

[@Jlich13]

Do you have a link for the USB-C -> barrel adapter cable?

[@JoshTheElectric]

For real I can’t find it either

[@4thewinak]

amzn.to/3C7LdLO

[@4thewinak]

amzn.to/3C7LdLO

[@carlnewton7591]

I used a DC7909 connector, bought from ebay and meant for charging a Lenovo laptop i think, which takes 100w PD and charged my EB3A using PD from an Omnicharge 25600 mAh power pack through the MPPT port on the EB3A

[@4thewinak]

Nice!

[@DmitryGaiduk]

What is the input power, shown on eb3a’s screen? And how much energy (In percents) is possible to give for bluetti? Thanks!

[@o.g.solutions]

Why do I use it when I have 120 AC ?..... upc function for satellite internet, I have two of them ,the second one performs the same function for a diesel heater...

[@JoeAnshien]

There is also the question down below I wish you would test and respond to: Is there a way to use my EGO batteries to charge the Bluetti?

[@LegendaryPanther111]

The dewalt battery seems to be the 60 volt variant. The controller on an EB3A is only designed to handle input voltages of 12-28VDC. Cheers

[@4thewinak]

But the USBC adapter makes the DC output. USBC PD should on this device should deliver about 100 watts out. 20v 5 amps.

[@LegendaryPanther111]

That makes sense in theory, and if it was actually true in practice, using that same battery, the EB3A would charge when it saw the 20 volts. The point I'm making is that in that particular circumstance, it's very likely that if in line voltage were measured at the barrel plug just before attempting to present it into the eb3a, it may either show a voltage that's out of range (12-28VDC is in range) or maybe it shows no voltage at all. If a correct ranged and stable voltage is present at that barrel plug, when the plug is presented into the units 7909 (8mm) input, it will read that voltage and charge, just like with the other batteries. There is obviously an issue with that battery in particular, and a voltage check on the plug would verify the issue. I agree that the plug should output around 20VDC, if you want it to work in this scenario, but it's not, because if it did, the unit would charge.

[@LegendaryPanther111]

Good video btw. I enjoyed it.

[@uhjyuff2095]

@@LegendaryPanther111 Good point, not all usb-c pd power supplies are created equal. The Milwaukee usb-c pd power supply is better suited for this demonstration video than the Dewalt one. Also, I have a Bluetti power station with usb-c pd port and it works fantastic, but my Goal Zero pd port is poop in comparison just like the Dewalt only working on some devices.

[@RaulAlvarez2678]

I recently tried doing this to my EB3A w/ my Craftsman 150w inverter and it would work. I used the barrel plug adapter to a 100w USB-c cable. I know this is an old video but any idea on how i can get this to work?

[@4thewinak]

@@RaulAlvarez2678 what craftsman inverter ?

[@RaulAlvarez2678]

@@4thewinak the 20V inverter that slips on the battery like the ones on the video.

[@randyb168]

This is great! What is the adapter for the Ryobi one batteries?

[@rommee]

Ryobi AC Invertor pack (150w limit) with a Lenovo Laptop Barrel charger (90w / 100w)

[@krafterpc]

Can I increase run time by connecting a second Bluetooth eb3a???

[@4thewinak]

No not possible

[@ShowemRight]

I have this heavy Shumaker DSR 12 v battery jump starter with the cigarette female outlet ..its dual for output / input, just wondering if this heavy battery which I don't think is lithium, perhaps its a (non spill) lead acid battery, if thats being the case, is it safe to use on the Bluetti EB3A?

[@chancecsmith]

So it sounds like the Milwaukee topoff is the best out of the box. I’ve ran Makita forever and currently have a bunch of Makita batteries. But I stopped letting that stop me from buying the right Milwaukee or DEWALT tool for the job. It’s all interchangeable with the right adaptor.

[@a36538]

fyi, I bought 2 of the CERRXIAN usbc to 12v adapters, a 100w 6.5ft cable and a simple 65w converter - none worked

[@peters6136]

Hello Where can i get the usb c to 8mm adapter cable and what is the best, safe external battery?

[@4thewinak]

amzn.to/3C7LdLO

[@samuelhelderman]

Enjoyed this.

[@oakley2001]

The Ryobi 120 watt automotive inverter includes 2 DC7909 cables that are compatible with the Bluetti EB3A. Part number "RYI120AVNM" has 1 cable with a cigarette lighter to DC7909 connection and a 2nd DC7909 to Ryobi 18v battery connector cable. This offers a clean look and direct DC-to-DC connection.

[@huh28]

Where to get that Ryobi adapter?

[@Truchongpham]

Thank for the neat bit of information. Also is your shirt on inside out?

[@misterfinch2263]

It is isnt it?

[@4thewinak]

Thanks. and yes

[@4thewinak]

awesome! me too

[@michaelcantu1766]

do the ridgid battery adapter

[@jeanlouis114]

Hi. Very good video. I have a question. What about if you on EGO ecosystems. I have an ego nexus escape 150w 120v portable inverter. Does not have usb c. What you suggest that I can use to charge my BLUETTI solar generator with the Ego battery. Thank you .

[@jeffalsterlind2306]

EGO is coming out with a USB C product that will in/out 100 Watts. The product is called PAD5000. It should come out this quarter.

[@picapica8846]

Question; what happens If a 200W load is used on the cigarrete DC plug? It's max. power is just 134W so would not want to cause permanent damage to the station.

[@gsp49]

It will just run it down real fast.

[@datrem4197]

Is the Dewalt battery 20volts not 18 volts

[@4thewinak]

Isn’t 18 V tool with maximum of up to 20 V at full charge and no load.

[@bohdan4967]

what do u think about using power banks for this? like 12v USB to dc cable

[@4thewinak]

That’ll probably work too.

[@daniellapain1576]

take another type c to barrel and plug it into the solar station then plug in the dewalt battery. it looks like dewalt needs to cycle its power to keep it going. I don't know if it will work that way but it seems like it

[@didierfernandez5820]

J ai acheté une EB3A et je n arrive pas à utiliser l onduleur.....et le sigle USP n apparaît pas à l écran ....

[@pauldvora]

Hey, what's up?! I wanted to ask if anybody knows whether it's possible to connect a 20000mAh powerbank (74Wh) via a modified cable that will give an output of 12V to this Bluetti? And if it's safe to do so?

[@ghunt9146]

Works with my Gooloo 4000 jump pack, tops up 100a/hr.

[@takenusername]

Running the Milwaukee Top Off as an inverter to charge via AC is not a bad idea. Since the top off can only supply 175 watts, getting that energy into the Bluetti which can supply 600 could make sense. The loss may be irrelevant

[@frankroper3274]

If you buy one you will need something to extend the run time since they run out of power quick!

[@jamesrwful]

Great video. I just bought an EB3A and was wondering if it could charge straight from a 40000mah power bank using the B08GLHDY5T cable in your video description?

[@bru_haha]

What you’re doing by plugging in 2 power sources that aren’t designed to be paralleled into a Y-cable is dangerous. If the voltages are slightly different, it could send current from one source to the other and if one of them doesn’t have reverse current protection it will cause damage.

[@4thewinak]

That’s probably true. Especially if no diodes are involved. It was mainly for testing the dewalt charger to get it going.

[@mesyousr7411]

@bruhaha - would it still be dangerous if I was attempting to do the following: Take USB-C PD out of a Kohree 100W solar panel AND take the 5521 out of that same Kohree 100w panel - Y combine both of those and adapt into the 7709 solar input on the EB3A? (I’m only considering this because reviewers have shown a 20%+ gain in efficiency when using both usb C and 5521 out of that panel…)

[@bru_haha]

@@mesyousr7411 Without knowing how the circuits are designed it is impossible to tell you the answer. However, as for danger since it is a solar panel with no stored energy unlike a battery or mains power, the risk of fire or explosion is going to be much lower. The solar panel will probably be fine but you risk damaging the USB-C circuit or dongle.

[@mesyousr7411]

@@bru_haha Thank you very much for that - if I get around to purchasing everything, I may test it out and I'll let you know how it goes. A damaged Y-connector would just be an $8 issue, but a damaged USB-C output (on the panel) would obviously be the bigger risk, it appears. Thanks again

[@mesyousr7411]

@@bru_haha I asked this of another person, and they mentioned that the usb C is max 5v and the dc is 18-24v max, so they felt a y splitter would likely fry the onboard solar circuit. Does this sound very likely? *with your best guess, obviously without knowing how it is wired - but that kind of “back flow” of voltage might be likely with a Y splitter? Thanks again

[@petergraves9006]

Can you charge The drill batteries with a bluetti and a solar panel? Using the drill battery recharge station plugged into the bluetti?

[@4thewinak]

if im following your thought, you could, but it'd be losing power in the cycle due to conversion efficiencies.

[@bkanegson]

There is no reason why you could not use the Bluettii inverter to power one or more battery chargers, like any other load. The solar input capacity of 200w charges the internal Bluetti battery very quickly because it is not large. You could, in theory, charge the drill batteries during the day, when there is ample solar power to charge both the BLUETTI and drill batteries, and then use the drill batteries at night to add capacity/ extend run times.

[@DLong-wp8su]

Yes, I just try P117 charger and 6Ahr. It use 100W.

[@markmartinez9031]

PD needs 3 factors to work: 1. A compatible power source 2. A cmpatible device 3. Compatoble cable. The power source and the device will agree on what power thatvthey will share, the cable will limit the amount of power thatvthey can share. The problem is that EB3A is not a PD compatible device, it will only accept standard USB poer (5v) no matter what amount of wattage you throw in it because PD works by agrreement between power source and the device. A PD decoy module would solve ur problem.

[@shijshi]

Your t-shirt was inside out. 😅

[@4thewinak]

Thanks

[@Runoratsu]

I mean… power tool batteries aren’t THAT much cheaper per Wh, so I’d rather spend a couple more bucks on a bigger power station than degrade my power tool batteries for this use (and accept that somewhat janky setup in addition). I guess in a pinch it’s an acceptable solution, but not more than that either.

[@Teisharocz]

Bluetti customer service is practically nonexistent

[@gsp49]

Skip that, get a 100 Ah battery.

[@viviangendernalik]

And if you don't have the strength to lift 100 ah batteries, get 50 ah which weigh @ 12 lbs and parallel connect two for same effect.

[@tomlambert1833]

It dosent generat anything nada nothing

[@svendsenole]

It kind of seems like you don't understand the therm w/h.😂

[@ishon80]

Why's your shirt inside out?

[@supremeautomotive6749]

I just posted a video on my channel. I have hooked up 6 golf cart batteries to inverter that runs my whole RV but I plug my BLUETTI into outlet coming from my inverter lead acid setup and if BLUETTI is at 100% it only pulls 200 watts from my 400 watt window ac unit from my lead acid bank. Also once inside of rv hit whatever temp i set it to my ac unit turns off and then will come back on when it hits another temp i set it to on wireless remote. Check my video I show it being doing.

[@MyIronman8]

You know what it is it’s safety features it’s so you don’t kill yourself accidentally it’s stupid microchips in spots where microchips don’t need to be it’s 12 it’s voltage it’s not trying to adjust your voltage to your cell phone that’s why they put the chips in there when doing 100 W it doesn’t need to be in there it you want the dumbest as possible you want it where it lands voltages through cable you do not want chips inside the cable regulation voltage you do not want that you want 12 V and dirty slamming into the battery the voltage regulator inside the unit will take care rest of the other stuff without it the Dewalt taken all freaking out it’s like I don’t see voltage

[@cliffoftahoe]

OMG…why spend time showing us what doesn’t work..? Clear as mud Pal..

[@PIZZA-ex1fy]

For crying out lout. you ramble too much

[@MarkSpohr]

Just ditch the USB-C . It's a complicated protocol that you have shown is flaky. It also is inefficient. Just connect the battery directly to the input of the EB3A.

[@uhjyuff2095]

Unfortunately, the eb3a will drain the power tool battery below 12 volts and then your power tool battery will be bricked. Use the adapter so your battery will be operational for years and years without problems.

[@rwstarke]

write a script first

[@4thewinak]

yep

[@hmarkfilm]

I agree w @davidwilkinson3172 and ask... Why not use the USB-C port; isn't an input and output 100w? Just plug the DeWalt DC unit straight in????

[@huh28]

Where to get that Ryobi adapter?

[@misterX-Good-old-games]

I have some Makita clone 18/21V batteries. I also have a 2port USB adaptor for it, but it's only capable of 5V, 3A DC output. Can I connect my battery directly + to + and - to - with a custom made cabke with barrel connector? Will the station pull off only what the 18V 4A/h battery can give back or will it pull 200W all together? Want to use them to expend my eb3a little battery without causing any troubles...