How to Build a Portable Solar Generator w/ 180ah Headway 38120s LifeP04 cells DIY

[@AffordableREI]

Would be cool if I could purchase the kit from you with holes predrilled with a markup for your labor.

[@WesThatTechGuy]

we do that! Just give me a call and we can work it out. Can ship it this week. We have all the parts needed. go to SolarGeni.com and give me a call.

[@Barnbikesclarkesville]

Was there ever a part 2 to this video. I’m using the same case and would love to see your finished project.

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Yes I have them on the channel.

[@Barnbikesclarkesville]

Wes That Tech Guy where’s the link please. Can’t find a follow up to this case build.

[@jamespaxton4133]

Would you be able to put a list of what all is here and how much they are for us to build

[@lejend69]

Thx bud can I ask you something what amp fuse do I use between the battery and inverter 100 ,150 ? And what solar charger should I use a 30amp mppt I just got the sims 3000 watt in its huge and heavy so dam lol I’m sourcing the parts that I know of so far what about a trickle charger what should I use sometimes I feel like I can’t figure it out lol

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Jah 100a is fine but remember the bigger the fuse the power that can be drawn in a surge manner. So that said if you don't have a need to DRAW 100a from the inverter than use a smaller fuse. Once drawing big amounts of amperage one should completely understand the cautions of HIGH amperage discharge. If you're running big loads at high high amp surges than yes use the bigger fuse however your inverter can only give so much anyways. I'm not sure of the brand you have mentioned. Not sure how big your battery bank is and what kind of chemistry it is so as far as a controller goes MPPT is always better of PWM. 30a is not usually a problem with most battery packs but make sure your pack can handle 30a continuous charge. btw all fuses/breakers from the battery to the inverter NEED to be DC and the wire size you need is no less than 4g and up to 1/0 to be safe. If low frequency than you'll need 6g (gauge) wire for your AC 30amp connections and and no less than 10g. 20a AC circuits need no less than 12g. be sure the main on/off switch can handle the load needed to power up the battery pack and inverter. 20a min switch needed or you'll need a relay of some sort. REMEMBER to build it safe and always going bigger gauge on your wires for heat and safety!

[@lejend69]

Lol it’s not sims it’s aims this auto correct is bad I have the same one you have there so what size fuse did you use between the battery and the inverter or did you use a breaker switch if so what size that why I needed your diagram for dummies (newbies like me ) to explain it in simple terms with fuses wires etc and a items list cuz for ppl who Dnt know wats amps and stuff but can follow directions on how to make things like me this is not my field so I leave it to pros like you to explain it as if we where five year olds 😂🤣 so plz be detailed when sending me the items list and diagrams so I Dnt blow myself up 👌🏽🤕😂🤣

[@WesThatTechGuy]

answered in your last question.

[@lejend69]

Thx I saw it late let me know when you send the listing and wire diagram bud how’s the house coming along my renovations are slow due to working 6 days a week lol

[@WesThatTechGuy]

I will as soon as I can. I should be back on track soon with everything and videos.

[@jonathanvillagomez3080]

Is it possible to get a parts listing and a wiring diagram for this build? Thanks

[@WesThatTechGuy]

I will be posting something on this. You can go to my other 600w portable solar generator build and get a more complete idea of how to build it. and I will be putting a schematic on my website soon. WesThatTechGuy.com

[@jonathanvillagomez3080]

Wes That Tech Guy thanks for the reply. I’m from Saipan, part of the Northern Mariana Islands, which is a U.S. territory. We recently got hit with a Category 5 supertyphoon. We won’t have power for months and we are currently running on fuel generators. Fuel is $5.13/gallon and is becoming scarce. Looking for a temporary solution to power up some stuff until power is restored and was looking to try to get the parts ordered by my brother in the mainland ASAP for me to build. The heat is unbearable for my daughter. I appreciate videos like this.

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Johnathan sorry to hear this! I wish you and your family well. Thanks for watching.

[@eunicecarcare7283]

How many solar panels would be needed to run something like this on a pretty regular basis? Im talking like running my 1000 watt heater for about 12 hrs or more a day?

[@WesThatTechGuy]

This build has a 100ah/1500wh battery pack. So charged it would run your heater for around an hour and a half. you would need about 1200w plus of Solar to run that heater and charge the battery. You can also add more batteries to this setup to increase the run time and or add wind power. With the wind you get the free power at night as with the panels they're only good in the day time.

[@seancarwin8034]

Hey I would like to know if you would make a 12 volt 35 amp hour battery out of headway cells for sale

[@SuperChopperpilot]

What are you using for battery management?

[@WesThatTechGuy]

100a BMS

[@m2kkillshot]

Wow that is an awesome unit. I know a few people that could have used that this weekend as he had a terrible storm that knocked out power all over the county and had people without power in the severe cold for 3 days.

[@WesThatTechGuy]

I just wish I could get all the parts here so I can start making them faster. Thanks again for the support

[@Titanis2000]

Where is the best place or deals to buy the 38120 cells.... Doing a DIY electric cycle

[@WesThatTechGuy]

If just a few then ebay or similar. If bulk hit me up.

[@ericl3272]

You should put another box on top for the inverter

[@lol092g]

Great Video.. Im starting my own with 5000 watts inverter.. Not as good as yours but im getting there. Thank You for great ideas.

[@anthonylondon7415]

Hello Mr Wes I am interested in your 3000w portable gen ,please let me know the cost pronto!!

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Anthony is will depend on how much energy storage you require. I will have them on my website asap. westhattechguy.com

[@jons4760]

Is there an instructional video of how to build this?

[@WesThatTechGuy]

yess on my channel. check out this video and follow the build: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKCqkoGXaN6kedU this will give you the basics to get one built. You will just need to change the battery size and inverter and I will have a follow up on this video too

[@jeffblackwell2038]

Thanks. Wish I could buy it already made! Looks Awesome fir DIY!

[@Titanis2000]

Coool thank you....... If i bought 50 how much per cell

[@WesThatTechGuy]

50 is not bulk unfortunately, bulk starts at 1000 units. But 50 would be $22 per cell

[@sherellucasemmanuelcarsola6896]

@@WesThatTechGuy hello! how much per cell if bulk 1,000?

[@cindybrazell]

Need this so bad I’m on oxygen 24-7 and could use this as backup

[@WesThatTechGuy]

I hear ya on that. I can build you one no problem. Just go over to SolarGeni.com and choose one to your liking. Thanks for watching.

[@cathyschofield6071]

In thinking of trying to build one and I'm so glad I found your videos thanks for all your ideas they are great

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Cathy thanks. Give it a shot but be careful with the battery and connections. Let me know if I can help with anything.

[@JoseMolina-sj1km]

hey ,if anyone else wants to learn about what is solar energy for homes try Magonsi Solar System Expert (do a google search ) ? Ive heard some decent things about it and my brother in law got excellent success with it.

[@grantcalloway571]

I need your expertise

[@WesThatTechGuy]

let me know

[@rideomh]

Dang that's a big generator... very impressive!

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Yes and a heavy one. New video coming soon on this one

[@offgridprep]

Great looking set up your building! Hopefully I can do this

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Thanks Bart! Yea you can do it. just keep watching and check back to these pages.

[@jwrhynejr.6689]

Excellent video! Thanks for sharing this build!

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Thanks JW I appreciate it.

[@james10739]

I mean it's cool and useful but shit how much do you have in parts like $2000 or $3000

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Yea its a few bucks but will last for 25 years and do as much and more than most gas generators. In the end this is a cheaper way to go when you look at the energy storage, life of the batteries and the power of the inverter.

[@high1voltage1rules]

DAMN!!!!! DUDE YOU HACKED THAT THING UP!! THAT WAS A LOVELY BOX! I WOULD NOT OF USED THAT DREMEL FOR THE HOLES! I WOULD OF USED ROUND HOLE MAKING DRILL BIT!! YEAH YOU WAS COVERING THEM UP" BUT ITS KNOWING THE SHITE WORK YOU HAVE DONE TO THE BOX!! I WAS WATCHING YOU AND SAYING" NOOOOOOOO WHAT ARE YOU DOING?😫😰

[@russbritt4100]

I'm about to build one. You should see the 52volt lithium battery that powers my house

[@jdcool11]

Cool project.

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Thanks again!

[@jeffduncan1075]

love the idea had my house catch on fire obviously do not have electric and needing a way to keep power in my garage which I used for a shop to repair my own cars and other such things

[@WesThatTechGuy]

thanks and sorry about the fire! Hang in there.

[@brianmarshall1415]

I want to buy one from you today please

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Brian go to the website and contact me through there. www.WesThatTechGuy.com

[@livingthepostcardlife811]

Cool video

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Thanks

[@mmarte1622]

It looks great Wes!!!!

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Miguel thanks

[@skoto.power.systems]

Nice one there I can't wait to see the out come

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Ty. Will be soon

[@mondomarshall7287]

Look forward to seeing the final product

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Almost there

[@rickybobby8224]

@@WesThatTechGuy will you sell instructions and parts list?

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Yes i will have them on the website shortly.

[@bobsaturday4273]

well thought out .

[@WesThatTechGuy]

thx

[@northern1193]

Digging the diamond plate idea!

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Thanks

[@ndnboy1843]

Would love to win the inverter, it would fit perfect in my home made solar generator.

[@WesThatTechGuy]

well keep on trying and be sure to be active on my channel and you never know. I give away free stuff all the time.

[@lukes9686]

Love it I want one

[@WesThatTechGuy]

I'll have them for sale real soon. check out my site WesThatTechGuy.com

[@jamest.5001]

I could use a inverter. I'm off grid. I have. been thinking of ways to generate power. since I'm off grid. I been charging and testing batteries. for two weeks nonstop. soi can match them into a 1000p 7s bank of 18650 cells. so it will balance easily. keep it up.

[@WesThatTechGuy]

James sounds like a great build. keep me posted! you do the same

[@jamest.5001]

Wes That Tech Guy I wish I could do what you are. I just like doing stuff like that. I have the time. just not the dime! I'm just trying to get away from the generator. and now it has snowed today.. stopping everything. except I'm still charging batteries! and capacity testing them. I have a wood trunk about 20" by 20" by 36" I plan to fill it with cells. then build another! and do it again. I'd like to run my off grid house. for 48hours without sun. 96+ hours would be awesome! and a load of cells. I don't run that much. I have a gas water heater. and wood heat. no a/c. and use the generator to power the washer and drier also the stove. use all LED lighting. powered from AC and DC. power. with a small bank just for the DC lighting. it could be a start on how future homes can be powered . making most of their own power. but for now I use the generator to charge the lead acid bank. I almost have the parts to speed up my charging and testing. when I get these cf ells in a bank. I will almost double my run time. can't wait to your next video! sorry for rambling!

[@rhuffines13]

you rock wes !

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Thanks Randy! Hows the free USB C portable power supply you won treating you?

[@rhuffines13]

works great, i drain it down to two lights, and recharge it, great backup , just setting up till i need it again

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Glad it's working out for you!

[@njfulwider5]

First!!!Another Great One!!

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Thanks bro! I can always count on you to follow, like and share! You're the man!

[@NicholasCoulter]

If I were you I wouldn't have used metal at the front because if their is a loose connection at the ports it could be lethal if touched!

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Not a chance. they are not connected to anything metallic and they are directly connected to plastic. I suppose if a person touched a hot and a ground to it, it would become an inductor but I don't think anyone will be doing that.

[@lejend69]

Found a battery called mightymax 12v 100ah model # ml100-12 and a solar charger mightymax solar charger 30amp #MLS12V3OALCD 12v and a trickle Qiilu Qiilu 0.75A 6V 12V Automatic Battery Trickle Charger Maintainer for Car Motor tell me which to keep or change bud how much is your battery pack

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Jah this message got flagged for the model numbers and stuff lol. Just seen it. use a 12v, 2-20a car charger Not the trickle unless you're not going to use the battery that much then trickle charge it.

[@m2kkillshot]

I shared this post Wes.

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Thanks Aaron!

[@zeppybrawlstars3906]

Cool I wanna would make this to power my gaming system.... then my dad can’t say. TURN THAT THING OFF!! I would make make it so it is charging from a wall plug so it can charge from wall and it’s generator. So I’ll plug my pc and WiFi router in it. So if my power goes out. My WiFi and pc is still ON. So in the middle of gaming I would disconnect and I won’t have to restart my pc

[@WesThatTechGuy]

That's exactly what this will do. Thanks for watching Zeppy.

[@patwaldrip3774]

Great project, love the generator! Great idea, love your Explanation, look forward to seeing final product!

[@Basshead40]

Very niiice

[@WesThatTechGuy]

thanks!

[@lukes9686]

I shared as well

[@WesThatTechGuy]

TY

[@lejend69]

Well I have the same aims inverter you have so tell me what to put and that’s what I will use bud your the pro lol I’m the rookie lol

[@WesThatTechGuy]

ok it says sims 3000 so that confused me lol. Thought it might be auto correct or something. use a 100a shunt on the negative side and a 100a AnL fuse on the positve side and you'll be fine. what kind of battery pack? Lead acid, lipo, lifepo4? You can use a trickle charger either way as long as the voltages are correct.

[@lejend69]

Wow I’m sorry I’m new to this my bad bud lol

[@WesThatTechGuy]

It's all good

[@nickdannunzio7683]

Wow... I learned, you are practicing how to cut holes in plastic; keep trying, you will be skilled someday...

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Don't be a douche bag because you don't know anything and want me to teach you. watch the rest of the videos to learn that I've posted but as I said before don't be a douche bag because of your ignorance to the subject and can't have your own way. We adults call this a temper tantrum. Obviously I'm skilled as you're watching my video to learn! Hmm! think about that for a minute. SNAP that just happened.

[@davidkettell6236]

those are some nasty looking holes bro.

[@rhuffines13]

share on my fb page

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Thanks for that!

[@geraldfehr3877]

Nice work. Im looking to be a customer Wes..your right on with whats needed in the market place.

[@WesThatTechGuy]

Gerald thanks. I look forward to doing business with you too.

[@gyekyeappiahkubi8681]

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