Is the MAXOAK Bluetti EB240 One of the Top Solar Generators? See Full Review

The MAXOAK Bluetti EB240 is one of the newest solar generator/power stations to be released. It's has a large 2,400wh battery. Did they increase the inverter size? Can you add more solar panels to it than previous models? Watch my review and you will see exactly what this unit can do.
One Bluetti EB240: amzn.to/3FYEqEb
Full Review on PoweredPortableSolar.com/

[@viktorshmelev1647]

*A quiet **Generater.Systems** , love the dual fuel capabilities, camper is 50 amp but the adapter helps and found it still handles the load. Haven't taken a camping trip yet, that's in a couple of weeks. Will see how well it does over a long weekend.*

[@elalquimista573]

Long video? You are kidding me? This video was so good I was hoping for the video to be an hour long. Outstanding way to explain things. Very clear and entertaining. You got yourself a new subscriber.

[@countryboycharlie9793]

I wish they would give me one, I have seen every video about these on putting them thru the test. I would tell everyone I see about them and highly recommended one for everyone. Poor people like myself will never get one but I would love to have one. Been disabled for 40 yrs I have never had nothing give to me maybe one day it will happen and I get bless with one of these. Great video 👍🙏🏼❤️

[@minutemanprep]

Glad you liked the video. I had to purchase mine, I don't get those products for free. Best I can tell you is use a budget, that's what I do.

[@countryboycharlie9793]

@@minutemanprep thanks buddy I’m trying lol👍❤️

[@TexasNewMoney]

Thank you for describing the best possible hook up with the solar panels. That recommendation worked properly. Pulling between 320-330w with my four 100w panels. I should be able to run my fridge and deep freezer while charging for many hours a day. Almost ready for the SHTF days.

[@minutemanprep]

Very nice!

[@francespueo5367]

Really appreciate your testing, information, and honestly.

[@minutemanprep]

Thanks! I appreciate the comment.

[@cathyr6243]

I liked your approach and the information was helpful as I try to learn about solar!

[@minutemanprep]

I'm glad you liked it

[@ThePlacesWhereWeGo]

Helpful overview - leaning strongly to this model for a purchase.

[@minutemanprep]

Thanks, I am glad it helped.

[@davidnewman3777]

Thanks for the explanations lots of tech jargon but you do well breaking it down, I usually never comment on Ytube, but solar tech is a world saving technology that I'm trying to understand more of and these reviews help a lot, especially if they're straight forward like this one.

[@minutemanprep]

Thanks

[@drprepperboondoctor322]

Another Great Review! Thanks for the info. I almost pulled the trigger on this in the other (black) brand that looks exactly same. Thinking of doing a 24v DIY instead - John B.

[@technologyjunkie01]

I have a Bluetti EB240, and the 12V DC plug does have a regulated output. Verified by Maxoak before purchasing, and I ran a DC powered fridge/freezer for a couple of days, and the DC voltage held when under load per my DC voltmeter.

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

Excellent review! I wanted something to run my Samsung side by side refrigerator during short blackouts. I really didn’t have the space to buy a dedicated natural gas generator or backup batteries for our 2,000 watt solar system. I was able to run my refrigerator for 20 hours. We don’t have air conditioning here and it rarely gets hot.

[@minutemanprep]

That's awesome!

[@baneverything5580]

@@minutemanprep How have these Bluetti`s held up? Any issues? I just ordered the 2400 refurbished.

[@minutemanprep]

@@baneverything5580 Bluettis are overall good but their inverter efficiencies are a little lower than I'd like but still decently good units.

[@StaceyBillsAdventures]

Man I have been on the fence for the eb150 or eb240, I love the extra battery but size, weight and price, hummm I want it all LOL Thanks for the review :)

[@minutemanprep]

Happy to help. It's better to save up a little longer and get the extra battery if you need it than to get something now and not have enough battery.

[@MrAngeline11]

I bought the EB240 and well worth the money. Easy multiple charging. Fast!

[@anthonytuongnguyen2616]

You can get three rigid 170W Rich-solar panels hookup in Series to get 510W total charged input. The panel has Voc 22.6V at 9.79A which is less than 68V and less than 10A required solar input.

[@minutemanprep]

You can also get six 100w solar panels and connect them in a 3x3 series/parallel combo and get the same result. I will have a video coming out about that.

[@anthonytuongnguyen2616]

Six 100W panels! That are too many panels to haul around. At Richsolar.com, 510W of three panels in series would fully recharge the Bluetti EB240 in about 5 hours. I want to reduce to 2 panels if it is possible not increase to 6, but I couldn’t find any 250W panel or above with spec less than 34 Voc and 5A Isc or less. 6 panels would ruin the idea of portability plus you have to buy extra branching cables. Less is always better. By the way, I like the Titan more than the Inergy Flex modular system. Both have similar ideas, but the Titan has twice the battery capacity more than the Inergy Flex battery. I would go with the Titan, but right now, I just bought the Bluetti EB240 for $1747. It is the best deal that I found.

[@minutemanprep]

@@anthonytuongnguyen2616 two 100w panels is basically the same weight and size of a single 200w panel. You get six 100w panels and put them all in one panel carry case as found on my website poweredportablesolar.com and then it's very easy to move all of them around. The MC4 branch connector is very affordable and well worth it to get more power.

[@rogerpilon2588]

Love your videos, I just purchased a 200 ac and already have a Jackery 500. I think the Titan will be the next step for me.

[@minutemanprep]

I'm glad you like my videos! I am finishing my testing of the AC200P right now and will have that video out this week. When you're ready for a Titan, the best kits are on poweredportablesolar.com/shop/

[@thepatriot676]

@@minutemanprep is there anyway we can somehow get that titan generator before December?

[@minutemanprep]

@@thepatriot676 I truly wish there was a way. It has been the one thing that I have disliked about the Titan, the wait time. Unless someone throws one up on ebay, which I have never seen and I've checked, then you definitely need to order one asap so you get it sooner. poweredportablesolar.com/shop/

[@carolsueclery7965]

Great job. The newest model has input of 68 volts.

[@minutemanprep]

Thanks

[@GrayManPrepping]

once again fantastic review

[@minutemanprep]

Thanks Gil

[@CamppattonFamilyCompound]

Great review

[@lindajames7083]

Thank you sooooooo much. You are very knowledgeable.

[@minutemanprep]

Thank you im glad the video helped

[@toprun95]

Great video thanks. Thumbs up

[@godrulesme8619]

*Great work and chart you shared with us - thank you for all of your knowledge and sharing it* Very generous of you!

[@minutemanprep]

Thanks!

[@DaveSquibbSr]

I use 4 125w panels =500w and works great. BTW I like longer videos short ones lack enough information.

[@raymondjones7489]

I appreciate your analysis though😊

[@inaciomanecas4482]

Thank you, I am absolutely impressed with your video reviews, clear-honest-helpful. Could you please recommend Solar Generator operating under a 220V (both input and output)? I am from South Africa and 110V is a no-no-no. Thx (Jose)

[@minutemanprep]

I'm glad you find the info helpful. I don't know of a 220v option for solar generators but you can use this converter and get the same result: amzn.to/3aBq0e4

[@scpay]

Hi I am a new subscriber to your channel and I must say I am happy I found you. Thank you for your insight. To the point at hand. I was smitten with the Titan and the BnD 100 flex solar video you did. I just bought the Bluette 2400 and would like to know if the BnD flex solar panels will work with them and if you think they are still the best ? Stephan

[@ScoutTactical]

I'm going to run 2 250w/5a panels in parallel to get the 500w

[@DropForgedSurvival]

*We are getting the EB240 and we are stocked for some serious field testing and hopefully soon to field test the Titan this year in a major way.*

[@minutemanprep]

For sure!

[@tlee2299]

@@minutemanprep Hello, your review is so good, and I have another LiFePO4 Solar Generators, if you are interested, please contact me, I will send you the pictures and specifications. Thank you

[@minutemanprep]

@@tlee2299 That's awesome! Of course I'm interested. You can email me directly at [e-mail]. Just put ATTN: Ben in the subject line so I see it amongst all the emails I get.

[@tlee2299]

@@minutemanprep Thank you, I sent a email to your mailbox, please check.

[@roypase8488]

Excellent vid and so many thanks for the accessories to use how I want; have you down a review of the Eco-flow Delta? Still looking at Titan but are (1) waiting to it to be in stock, (2) coupon to save some $. Thank You.

[@minutemanprep]

I am currently working on my review of the Delta.

[@DTKRDMNK]

Titan is still the King with 1000w charge. This is still great for basic stuff and gadgets. I'd use something like this to heat my reptiles (heat lamps, cord, etc) on the go. 400w at 16-60v/10a charging does kinda suck though... I plan on having a system either diy (Alibaba) or Titan plus 1 or 2 of these types with it's own charging panels. Always need 3 to 5 back ups in case lol. For winter heating it's my Honda eu3000is even though it'll be a rough 4 to 5 months throwing money at the Honda. Roughly 24 bucks a day at 87 octane. The rest of the year is a few mandatory bills minus rent and utilities. Full time road Life, gotta be cunning and crafty.

[@minutemanprep]

Very cool.

[@StaceyBillsAdventures]

I am curious on the sound level while charging, is the eb150 the same volume level as the eb240? Saw a review where the guy was just saying the sound can be very annoying, wondered if that 240 runs louder than the 150 or just same vol wise.

[@PennsylvaniaPrepper]

What a complete in-depth review. I also like your suggestions on how it could even be better. It would also be nice to have MSRP on them. So, is the Titan your overall favorite?

[@minutemanprep]

Thank you. Good to know on MSRP, I will include that info on future videos. The Titan is absolutely my overall favorite. Of ALL the units I've ever tested, which is many, the Titan is the only one to not let me down in some way. The only drawback I have found to the Titan is that it is heavy at 66lbs. But, because the power module (top half) separates from the batteries it makes it easy to move around. The power module is 31lbs and each battery is 35lbs. Those weights are definitely manageable. Starting in March I will have an extensive series on how to use solar generators at Off-Grid locations. The Titan is the best one.

[@mreverybody1150]

Since the EB150 charger has been updated from 160W to 200 Watt with internal fan, I wonder if they have done the same for the EB240 as well. Someone said their new EB150 was pushing 212 Watt during a charge and the power adapter had a fan running inside of it.

[@J.D_7]

You are correct. Here is someone from February this year showing higher than 200 Watt from charging from the wall with their EB 240. "Backup power options after Storm Arwen, Malik and Corrie"

[@tomasvelez6867]

Mine arrive yesterday it has a 220 watts AC wall charger (with a mini fan included).

[@jasavak]

@2:50 . 58.8V @ 8.5 amps would reach 500 watts. The charger for the AC200 is 58.8v , but they limited it to 7 amps.

[@CyrGlz]

Hey, your video is incredible ! Thank you for all theses informations ! Really great explanations so cool to watch !! 🙂 Would you recommend this battery today ? Any better one for about the same price ? Have a good day and thank !!

[@minutemanprep]

it 100% depends on what you want to run. What are you looking to run and for what situations?

[@ScoutTactical]

Also, will the 30amp plug adaptor burn up the regular 15amp plug?

[@lillianlee3306]

Thanks for your review. I just bought one and like to know how I can charge it while driving

[@minutemanprep]

You plug this 300w inverter into your car cigarette lighter port: amzn.to/3d53yLj and then you plug the Bluetti Wall Charger into the inverter and charge the Bluetti.

[@TheEAFOS]

@@minutemanprep it’s so annoying that they don’t just have that feature to charge it from the alternator. It makes no sense really that you’d have to buy a seperate inverter to do it that way 🙄😭

[@vaughnmaurt5013]

I like that the Titan is still top dog

[@debramcsweeney6475]

You have been great and i bought everything you recommended. I was wondering if you can tell me what the difference is between the $79 HQST SSP and the $89 HQST SS. I see they have different open circuit voltage and other different measurements, but not sure if it makes a difference of if one is better than the other. I feel like the manufacturer is hiding information from me. I am thinking of buying the $79 SSP one you recommended, but before i do i want to make sure it doesnt make sense to just spend $10 more for the smaller SS one. The mfr said they both do same wattage and use same cell, but the smaller one has more wasted cells but that doesn't make sense to me. It would make sense if the larger one had more wasted cells? PS, i did buy the bluetti eb240 and plan on hooking up 6 panels (2 groups of 3 in series/parallel).

[@udmbfckx2916]

Your video contains EXACTLY what I wanted to know regarding solar charging input capacity on these 'boxes'. I totally concur with your assessment of the EB240.....a 1,500 watt inverter and at least 600 Watt charging would have made it more appealing.

[@minutemanprep]

Glad to hear it!

[@flipperbear9]

The input maximum voltage is actually 67V, and the 12V is regulated

[@minutemanprep]

Good to know. Thanks

[@flipperbear9]

@@minutemanprep sure, hobotech did a bunch of the testing in the new 2400 watt hour battery which has the higher voltage so you can series connect threes solar panels the 1500 watt hour battery was limited to 60 volts, and it is always had in the smaller and the large version a regulated DC output however the voltage is not terribly high it is still regulated and can run 12 volt appliances, probably not good for charging 12 volt batteries though.

[@klncow]

I have 3- 200 watt solar panels linked in series and can get around 460 watts max out of them.

[@mischtify]

You should include a test of how long it'll drain the battery with the solar panels (generating) installed.

[@minutemanprep]

Do you mean running it while it has solar panels? If so I am working on multiple videos that show that.

[@mischtify]

@@minutemanprep that's correct. I would like to know how many panels it would require to extend the battery charge more than 4 hours at 12 amps, 120 VAC output draw. Best regards

[@StaceyBillsAdventures]

I saw the quick mention of the ac charging on the eb240 i believe showed the brick draws 160watts, my van has a 110 outlet which I planned on using but it's rated at 150 watts, I wonder if it would just cut out and not charge this via my 110 outlet, humm if that didn't work i'd be in trouble since this can't charge via dc jack...

[@jasavak]

I believe the new chargers run 220 watts . You might want to use a different charger with a lower output such as a 58.8v @ 2 amps or a 42v @ 3 amps

[@nolowcontender2115]

Oh forgot. I bought 4 of bv 170 watt panels. In series got up to 450-460 w input. Works better if two by two series parallel. A n B parallel. Fed in series to C n D who are in parallel.

[@susanstoner3742]

Great review the Bluetti eb240. I would like to know if you have any recommendations as to a suitcase solar panel that would keep the solar generator ready to go. I am not looking to mount panels on the roof of my RUV at this time so looking for a viable alternative. Thanks

[@minutemanprep]

Sadly I don't have a recommendation on foldable/suitcase panels because from what I can see you can't link multiple suitcase panels together to get more solar input unless it's like the Goal Zero kind with proprietary connections.

[@taz1357]

You can't use the suitcase panels if there is already a charge controller because the Bluetti has its own controller

[@larrysmith9272]

can I plug this unit to a AC wall outlet (leave it plugged it all the time) and plug a sump pump (1/2 horse power) to it? In other words, use this unit as a backup power supply for the sump pump

[@minutemanprep]

Yes.

[@ArmedGringo45]

Your chart said this was rated to 1000 cycles, but the website has it at 2500. Am I missing something or was this a mistake? I was going to purchase this over the EcoFlow based on it having a lot more cycles.

[@freeandcriticalthinker4431]

Hey good video. Question for you, how are you paralleling two sets of two panels each? I am assuming that your using 100 watt panels…? I see how your plenty below the 60v capacity limit, but not the 10a max limit…. I am also assuming your panels are rated at roughly 5.5- 6.0 Amps….? So that would put you at 11 to 12 amps. Does the charge controller give you that much “wiggle” room? For some reason I thought I heard the 10A max limit was rated pretty darn close to its actual limit without tripping out to an Over Voltage Error. Any suggestions or thoughts would be greatly appreciated. I am wracking my mind trying to figure out how I am gonna be able to use all 4 of my SunPower 110 watt panels but staying under the 60V, though I think I have the newer model with a 67-68 Volt max limit with the latest firmware update. Still though with an amp rating of 6.2 amps per panel and 18.7 volts peak max voltage (21.7 Open Circuit Voltage) I don’t see how I can use all of them, actually even the math on just three of them doesn’t work. Though I am a newbie so I could missing something and be off track. Well any light you could shed on this would be great. Thanks so much!

[@GreyBearChannel]

I would like to see how long 2 amp on the DC port and how long it would run

[@lauramathys2131]

I am a part-time RVer (and hopefully one day a full-timer). I would like to branch out into some BLM land for some boondocking. I have ordered the Lensun 200W 12V Portable Solar Blanket Panel Kit with Waterproof MPPT Solar Controller and want to purchase a solar generator instead of installing a solar array on my older Class C rig. I would use the blanket to recharge the solar generator and plug my Class C directly into the solar generator to be able to use the outlets inside my rig. Boondocking, I will want to run a coffee pot once or twice a day, use the 12 volt lights after dark, possibly watch tv for an hour or two a day and power a laptop computer (used 2-3 hours/day) and recharge a couple cell phones daily. The Titan is outside of what I want to pay. I would like to keep the cost below $2000. What would be your recommendation?

[@minutemanprep]

I would go with the Bluetti EB240: amzn.to/2O29Nph for the larger battery or I would go with the EcoFlow Delta: amzn.to/2WB2nhV

[@chaincommander5980]

Great delivery!!! Will you take the TITAN POINT ZERO over the EB240? Also, can I connect either to my house through an inverter switch to power lights, fridge, TV and internet for 3 to 4 hours?? Reply appreciated! Ty! Cc

[@minutemanprep]

Thanks. Yes I would absolutely take the Titan over the EB240. The EB240 only has a 1,000w inverter which is a big drawback. If it was a 1,500w or 2,000w inverter it would've been a very serious contender but it doesn't. Titan all the way. poweredportablesolar.com/

[@restinpeaceminette..]

EB 120 cover my needs specially the EB120 and EB150 very close in performance. The difference is so minor to the level I will sacrifice that minor performance over the extra 10 pounds of the EB 150. You can use the Bluetti AC 200P and you can charge the EB 2400 around 5 hours and the EB 1500 about 3 hours. But don’t get me wrong that EB 2400 looks nice.

[@bhavinshah6388]

Is your eb240 working great still ? Are you using it for your daily use ?

[@sages101]

Would the 12V 9Amp DC socket be able to handle more than 9 Amps for a short about of time? Or would the unit shut off as soon as it goes over? I'm just wondering if the unit could handle my 5kw diesel heater. The glowplug on the heater can draw as much as 10-11amps on start up.

[@minutemanprep]

No it will not handle that. 9amps max.

[@peterchua9952]

Do you think i can use a 42V @ 10A (420W) Power supply to charge this unit faster (instead of the included power supply @ 42v @ 3.8a charger = 160w)? According to rating it can handle up to 10A on the input charge port. Your thoughts? Thanks

[@minutemanprep]

I don't know. According to the ratings it can handle it so I don't know why you wouldn't be able to but since I haven't done it I don't know if that's truly possible.

[@ArkDiscoverycom]

Rated at 500 watts charge via solar, so it is higher than the 1500 model. Also, it is a different battery than the 1500 with a lithium polymer battery that is used in the Renault electric cars and it can be charged 2500 times. This is a main selling point. This review did not mention either of these points. 1000 watt inverter is fine. Amazon has coupon for $100 off and Hobotech channel has coupon for Amazon in addition. $290 off total.

[@minutemanprep]

They both actually have the same solar charger and you can actually connect 600w of panels connected, I have an upcoming video about that. The Renault likely uses LiFePo4 batteries whereas the Bluetti has a Lithium NMC battery.

[@phengchan3232]

I have been looking for solars generators which one the bests of the bests would you recommend?

[@minutemanprep]

Nothing beats the Titan Solar Generator poweredportablesolar.com/

[@salsepulveda494]

Regarding the Solar Panels for this item - after charging the Bluetti, can the solar panels be left outside on my deck, unconnected, until the next charging of this unit? I don't have Foldable, Portable Solar Panels, just two 180W Panels with MC4 Connectors. And how long do you think it will take to charge this unit from zero with these panels?

[@minutemanprep]

Yes the panels can be left outside. You can even leave them connected. The Bluetti has overcharge protection so it won't overcharge the battery. It will take roughly 5 to 6 hours in full sun to recharge.

[@deanneghormley1690]

Just starting to look- I clicked on the links for the solar panels and they are sold out- can you recommend any others on amazon?

[@minutemanprep]

The only other ones that I know are good quality are found on poweredportablesolar.com/shop/

[@michaelnunez5701]

hi there great videos - question im looking for solar generator to run a Cpap machine and my home freezer... I do have a predator 8700 only runs on gas and loud!! oh and I have a 10.5k solar system on my house with no battery backup im also looking into getting batteries for this system also. hope you can point in the correct direction for this also.

[@minutemanprep]

Thanks I'm glad you like the videos. The panels on your roof really cannot be used with a solar generator easily so I wouldn't try that. The Bluetti EB240 should be able to handle the Cpap and freezer fairly easily with at least 400w in panels installed on it. You can also take a look at the Titan solar generator that I also have videos about.

[@1stw690]

If you could only have ONE of all the models on your shelfs which one would you pick?

[@dphotos007]

For me I would like to see how long it powers a 36 cubic inch frig. That is why I would buy something like this. We are starting to get rolling blackout due to the heat in Southern California. You do a good review but to be honest. All this can be complicated at times. The frig and a room air conditioner are the two important features I would want to know how long they can power. Both your solar panel options are unavailable. Can that be updated to ones you recommend. Thanks

[@minutemanprep]

An average fridge will use about 100wh per hour. The Bluetti EB240 has a 2,400wh battery. So that's roughly 24hrs of run time not including if solar panels are attached.

[@deniseboubour8839]

I don't see the links for all the accessories you recommend. Can you please provide? Thanks

[@04dram04]

Will Prowse was able to get to the 500w charge rate

[@taz1357]

He also said the 12v outlet WAS regulated.

[@bob_atwestmi_fl_us7812]

Will also say the DC lighter plug port is regulated at 12.3 or 12.2 volts. I put a post on here to that effect and it was removed.

[@anthonytuongnguyen2616]

You can get three rigid 170W Rich-solar panels hookup in Series to get 510W total charged input. The panel has Voc 22.6V at 9.79A which is less than 68V and less than 10A required solar input.

[@LordTimelord]

Hobotech's channel ran four 170W panels in series / parallel (basically over paneling it a little bit to cover for solar losses). He managed to get a 500W charge rate. However that's $800.00 in panels, so I'm sure most people will be purchasing 170W panels one at a time to eventually get four of them. And too Maxoak, upgrade future devices for the following: - 1500W Pure Signwave Inverter. - Anderson Powerpole Charging Input in addition to the current barrel plug input. Allow both if possible to be used at the same time for people who have different brand solar panels to maximize they're charging capabilities. - LCD Screen that is visible when the backlight is off. - A second USB-C outlet. - Upgrade USB-C outlets to 60W PD. - Increase 12v regulated output to handle 15 Amps. - Add one additional 12v output so people with a compressor fridge and CPAP can run both at the same time. That's plenty of upgrades that would cover plenty of use cases! BONUS: - Offer a SKU that utilizes Lithum Iron Phosphate LiFePo batteries!

[@wmsatic]

Will Prowse also violated the warranty with his configuration (too much current). I suspect this fellow is also violating the warranty with regard to either short circuit current or open circuit voltage. At least I couldn't find any 100 watt panels that stayed within the specification with more than two panels. I found some 170 and 190 watt panels which met the criteria with two in series.

[@caliandcora9864]

Thank you for all your info! I just purchased the bluetti 1500. what color panel would work best do you think? just looking for 1 panel. maybe a 100 or 170 watts!?? what do you think? thanks you for your help in advance

[@minutemanprep]

I like the 100w solar panels. You can put up to six of them on the Bluetti actually not just 4. You do a 3x3 series/parallel combo rather than a 2x2 series parallel combo

[@caliandcora9864]

@@minutemanprep can you recommend a solar panel brand? please! lol. Im just looking for 1 panel i think for now.

[@minutemanprep]

@@caliandcora9864 I like these: amzn.to/347IZca

[@hardtruth2039]

Could you use a variable ac/dc power supply to push up to 60v at 8a?

[@namo3]

do you need to turn the unit on before recharging by solar panels? and should I put a fuse between the Maxoak and the solar panels? If yes, which and how?

[@minutemanprep]

It does need to be turned on to charge. You don't have to put a fuse inline but it couldn't hurt to put in a 10a fuse

[@maritzazb4341]

Hi, I watched the Hobotec guy he added 6 solar panels; I believe he said 700-800 solar power and was able to charge it in 5 hours or so. Perhaps you could give him a look up. Looking forward to your comment. Have a great day 💃

[@minutemanprep]

Yes, MAXOAK changed their charge controller after I received my units.

[@bikeradam]

Hobo tech reviewed the eb240. He said he got a hold of max oak and they said you could do 67 volts with solar panels on the eb240. 60v on the eb150. Do you know if this is true? (I know they both say 60v on the front)

[@minutemanprep]

Yes. I found that out after the video.

[@kirbyscience7118]

Is there any way to charge 2 of these off the same solar panels at the same time

[@minutemanprep]

I think you could but I would imagine the charge controllers would both be trying to draw full power from the panels and would have issues working with each other. Not sure. Haven't tested that.

[@MinwatexRev]

Can you tell me where I can get an adapter to connect 2 Jackery version 3 100w solar panels which have an 8mm male connector to a Bluetti EB 240?

[@minutemanprep]

Sorry I do not know of one. Jackery uses their own 8mm adapter which has a different sized pin inside so it doesn't work with normal 8mm plugs. That's one reason I do not recommend Jackery unless you're 100% in on using only their equipment.

[@Mr_Bacciagalupe]

Do you like the Bluetti 1500 or 2400 more than the Goal Zero Yeti 1000?

[@minutemanprep]

I like the Bluetti EB240 more than the Yeti 1000 but it depends. The Yeti has a 1,500w inverter so it can run more but it has a smaller battery so it will run it for less time. The Bluetti has a bigger battery so it will run things for a long time but it only has a 1,000w inverter which means it can't run as much. That is why my personal favorite is the Titan solar generator poweredportablesolar.com/ because it has a large expandable battery as well as a 3,000w inverter so it can run almost anything and it can do it for a long period of time.

[@shirleya-z794]

the link to the full review does not take me to the page with the full review... maybe you could update that so that the link leads to the bluetti review instead of to the titan review

[@andrewholdsworth4421]

Are these easy to take apart ?

[@albertmelitante7324]

Can use extension cable to connect many low power appliances? Because only 2 AC plug this product??

[@minutemanprep]

Yes that's not a problem at all.

[@baylusbrooks]

Does this have pass-through capability? Can I charge the generator and use it at the same time?

[@minutemanprep]

Yes

[@amberm3193]

I’m planning on buying the 1500 Bluetti for weekend camping and eventually using 2 1500 in a dodge ProMaster custom van build. I also like the weight capacity on the 1500. The 2400 is a bit to heavy for me. Do you think the 1500 would be my Best Buy? I will be a single female nomad. Also I don’t want to use propane or gas.Thanks!

[@minutemanprep]

If you're nomad/van living then the EB150 should be good: amzn.to/32gBYos. How many solar panels can you fit on your roof or take with you?

[@susanstoner3742]

Can I leave my solar panels plugged into the Bluetti eb240 charging port at all times?

[@minutemanprep]

Yes.

[@perrypaulding7737]

I'm planning on using (3) Bourge 180W solar panels in series with the EB240. Also getting 50' MC4 extension cables. That should be all I need, right? Thanks

[@minutemanprep]

Yes

[@perrypaulding7737]

@@minutemanprep Thanks! How do I know whether to use the AC or DC output button on the EB240?

[@minutemanprep]

@@perrypaulding7737 AC plugs are the house outlet plugs on the back, everything else is DC such as the cigarette lighter port and the USB ports.

[@darrylptownsend338]

Hi I was just wondering I am trying to find a solar generator that I can live off grid with For a longer period of time which one would you recommend I was leaning toward the Jackery 1000

[@minutemanprep]

I'm sorry but the Jackery 1000 does not work for off-grid living. The only option that truly works for off-grid living is the Titan solar generator. The Jackery 1000 is good for running a DC fridge and charging batteries. Outside of that it does not work long term.

[@freeandcriticalthinker4431]

I thought the 12 volt DC output Port was regulated? That was a big point for that unit I thought

[@paulhill1451]

I thought the same thing. Will Prowse confirmed the Bluetti 1500 was DC Regulated. Did they change it for this model?

[@isabelc2697]

How long do you think it would run a traditional sized fridge or a medium chest freezer. What solar generator would you recommend for just running a fridge and chest freezer if not the bluetti one?

[@minutemanprep]

About 24 hours roughly. I highly recommend the Titan solar generator found on poweredportablesolar.com/

[@isabelc2697]

@@minutemanprep Thanks for replying, what is your second choice? I was thinking about getting the Titan but they are on backorder until February 2021 and was hoping to get one soon

[@minutemanprep]

@@isabelc2697 The Bluetti AC200 is the next best option but they are delayed in shipping as well. After that I'd probably go with the Bluetti EB240 as shown in this video.

[@isabelc2697]

@@minutemanprep thank you!

[@salsepulveda494]

Bluetti is saying that the 12v Output is Constant and Regulated. You said it wasn't. Let me know for sure.

[@minutemanprep]

It is regulated now. It wasn't before.

[@breakdownbill1]

no one is still testing the bluetti to a 5k btu window unit,,even after the bluetti has gotten bigger,,wondering if the inverter of the unit can handle the surge of the cycles of the a/c unit and how long they can run with 400 watts of solar helping

[@minutemanprep]

Great idea. I will try to include that in my future tests and show that in another video.

[@tims8730]

Hobotech did on eb150

[@gsp49]

See Hobotech video, he explains that. About 2 hours.

[@davestone6303]

Just wondering, if you would still recommend this solar generator... I think this video is about 2 years old now and they are still selling them. Now for about $1200.... its about the best price/Wh that I've come across. Thoughts?

[@minutemanprep]

It 100% depends on what you need it to run and for how long?

[@Anythingforfreedom]

Does an EMP kill solar panels? It would suck if the generator washer to be saved, but you can’t charge it because your panels were fried.

[@minutemanprep]

Unless the panels have microinverters on them or the panels are in use during an EMP, they will be fine. So basically if they are not being used and don't have microinverters on them then they are fine. Solar Generators for sure need EMP protection otherwise they will die either while be used on not being used. I use Tech Protect EMP Bags.

[@Anythingforfreedom]

@@minutemanprep That’s a relief thanks

[@josemanuel2244]

Have you checked out the kilovault res-q?

[@minutemanprep]

Just a little bit. The 1,500w inverter is a bit small for me but overall seems like a decent unit.

[@Kaitlin24247]

I'm looking for a generator to run a TV and fridge.What can you recommend will the jackery 1000 work. @minute man prep

[@minutemanprep]

Yes. But for how long? The EB240 has a big enough battery to run a fridge and TV all night long, but it will be hard to recharge it fully the next day unless you have 600w of solar panels and are not running anything off of it while it's charging. It's possible, you just need to be mindful of power usage.

[@Cockeyed_Den8213]

I have a Question for you if you could help me out with it I would be thankful. I'm powering a 115 volt 4.5 foot frig the frig runs about 166 watts when it kicks on at first then 0 once it gets cool then when it comes back on it'll run 45 to 80 watts and a cpap that's pulls 55 watts . I am looking at the EB2400 if I got 3 160 watt solar panels Maximum Power(Pmax): 160W Maximum Power Voltage(Vmp): 18.2V Maximum Power Current(Imp): 8.79A Open Circuit Voltage(Voc): 22.3V Short Circuit Current(Isc): 9.29A Maximum System Voltage(Vmax): 600V DC (UL) Weight: 25.5 lbs Dimensions: 58.7 x 26.8 x 1.4 inches. Would they work for what I need? from what I can figure is 480 watts at 54.6 volts and 8.79 amp's if I'm right and I'm not really sure I am. The biggest thing is the open circuit voltage I'm not sure if it'll work or not. And yes I am solar stupid.

[@minutemanprep]

Hey I'm happy to help. You base the voltage off of the VOC which is the Open Circuit Voltage. So you'd be at 66.9v which is over the limit. That being said, it may still work. I did one test where I went over the 60v max limit and it didn't have an issue. But I couldn't tell if I was over by .1 volt of 10v because the meter didn't go above 60v for readouts. I have heard a rumor that you can go 10% higher than the max limit but I have no knowledge if that's true. So those MAY work if they're not making the highest voltage.

[@Cockeyed_Den8213]

@@minutemanprep Yeah I found that out about 3:30 this morning I am so lost with solar and it just blows my mind. I'm a mechanic by trade 45 years under my belt. But solar screws me up bad I think I have it figured out and then find something else out that kills what I think I know. I need a panel I can put on a rack on top of my cargo trailer because I will not put a hole in my roof. I also watched a video from Will Prowse he's smart but doesn't seem to answer a lot of comments and when he does he can't seem to put things that someone that knows nothing about it would understand. but he had a 600 watt solar array and came out with 59.3 voltage and say he has 10 amps but I can't find any panels that will give me anything close to that.

[@minutemanprep]

@@Cockeyed_Den8213 no worries, solar is a foreign language to most people =). These 175w solar panels are the closest I can find to getting everything within the limits: amzn.to/33FWuRN Getting 3 of them in series would be right about 60v and 10a and would total to 525w.

[@Cockeyed_Den8213]

@@kpaul4041 Thank you But I have already changed plans I have gone with the AC200 X 2 One to run my frig and one to run cpap and 12 volt. The one that will run my 12 volt things will run my ac in the early evening to cool the trailer before I go to bed I'll have 7 180 watts panels Max. power voltage(Vmp): 19.01V Max. power current(Imp): 8.91A Open circuit voltage(Voc): 22.5V Short circuit current(Isc): 9.44A Series fuse rating: 15A Max. system voltage: 1000V J-Box IP Rating: IP65 I'll have 4 panels on the first AC200 that will run 12 volt and cpaps and the AC window unit that I'll only use to cool down the trailer it wont run all the time and only at night before going to bed. The other AC 200 will 3 panels will be for running the frig all the time and I'll use it to charge my cell phone. The frig in 24 hours use's 0.52 KWH in 70 degrees and 0.65 in 100 degrees being a bit cooler in the 80s at night time. I think this will give me more than enough power for boondocking My cargo trailer is well insulated and this summer with temps being in the 100's the AC kept my trailer cold inside while I was working on it and for my testing. I closed the trailer and ran the frig with out the AC being on for my 24 hour test and got the 0.65 it was 112 in the trailer and 108 out side no shade at all. I'll have a cooler for my drinks so I don't need to open the frig to get a drink only for my food and I can put 5 2 liter bottles of water in the freezer at a time for the cooler. So with that in mind and me going north in the summer time and wouldn't be in the 100's I think it'll do just what I want and in the winter work my way back south as it gets colder I'll have a space heater that I tested last winter and it would warm up the trailer and I had to turn it back on twice during the night to warm it up again I did my test with a two 100 amp batteries AGM's it took the heater about 20 minutes to warm up the trailer. the temps for the test was upper 30's in the day time and teens at night. I do need to insulate the floor a bit more I think it'll help to slow the cool down up a bit more. Keep in mind I can also switch the panels around as needed if one with the 4 panels is charged up I can switch them to the other AC 200 and put the 3 panels on the one that's fully charged. So do you think it'll work or am I wrong in my thinking your input is much appreciated.

[@fishhead3333]

Have you tried hooking 6 100 watt panels to this power station? I own the EB150 and I charge it it with 6 100 watt solar panels. I wire them just like you only with three panel on both sides. I have them wired like this for over a year with no problem. I got this idea from Will Prowse.

[@minutemanprep]

Yes you can do 6 panels on the EB150 and EB240.

[@morgantorres362]

MAXOAK Power Station 2400Wh

[@hughbatchelor8599]

Great video. Was just wondering if you could test it with a 650W bench grinder and again with a 1000W blender? Many thanks.

[@minutemanprep]

The 650w bench grinder should work fine as long as it has an easy start up. A 1000w blender will barely work as long as it doesn't have a hard start up either.

[@hughbatchelor8599]

@@minutemanprep Not sure about the grinder. I tried it on a Hyundai solar generator rated at 1000W and it wouldn't run. When plugged into the mains it spins up slowly. So not sure what you mean by easy start?

[@minutemanprep]

@@hughbatchelor8599 Typically with devices like that they surge really high in power consumption when they turn on and then lower the draw as it gets up to speed. It sounds like you need something with at least a 1500w inverter.

[@hughbatchelor8599]

@@minutemanprep Many thanks for the prompt and helpful replies. I think you are probably the best KZbinr I have dealt with in this regard. Thanks again.

[@minutemanprep]

@@hughbatchelor8599 Thanks! Happy to help.

[@zachl2486]

I really appreciate the thorough review. Quick question: Could you use five 100W 12V solar panels in series to charge at 498W?

[@minutemanprep]

You have to stay below the 60v and 10a limit which is extremely hard to do with 5 100w panels.

[@derektrudelle4182]

See HOBOTECH's video on this beast (At the 13:19 mark): kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3vXZ5dpiMeEiqM

[@petruachimas8985]

I just purchased the 2400 bluetti, can I I connect to a 24 volt 300 watt solar power? Please help

[@minutemanprep]

@@petruachimas8985 Yes as long as you're within the charge parameters shown on the front of the unit.

[@carolbuffington4138]

NEED SOME TECH HELP PLEASE. IJUST RECEIVED MY BLUETTI 2400. RIGHT OUT OF THE BOX I GOT AN ERROR CODE EO14, SHORT CIRCUIT. ANY FIX SUGGESTIONS ? I TRIED WHAT THE BOOK RECOMMENDED.

[@minutemanprep]

Sorry I haven't experienced that so I am not sure what to do besides contact the manufacturer.

[@SCHO53]

How long do you think its gonna take to charge EB 240 with 100W solar panel? I guess 100W would not be good enough to charge the big unit like EB 240 correct?

[@minutemanprep]

If you get 5 hours a day that produce full power (which is rare) that means you'll make 500wh per day. 2400wh ÷ 500w = 4.8 days or rather about 25 hours.

[@SCHO53]

@@minutemanprep thx so much

[@minutemanprep]

@@SCHO53 No problem =)

[@davidcross701]

Not bad generator. Wall recharge time sucks though.

[@ilaria4348]

hi, can i load the generator with other panels? I have fixed panels on the camper can I always keep them attached? 😊

[@minutemanprep]

Yes just as long as you're within the charge parameter you're good to go.

[@ilaria4348]

@@minutemanprep thank you 🙏. I would like to ask you another question .... can I connect an extension cable to the 230v sockets? Excuse my English

[@tomwissler3141]

Where is the "show more" button to find your recommended solar kit(s) that are compatible with the EB240. Sorry, can't find it.

[@tomwissler3141]

Found it. Sorry.

[@minutemanprep]

@@tomwissler3141 No problem.

[@UrthCore]

Have you seen the ExpertPower Alpha2700 Lithium Power Station yet? or the Alpha 2400? Your opinion E-Power? (At least they are not ugly blue and cheap white.)

[@minutemanprep]

Yes I have seen the ExpertPower Alpha 2700. It seems to be an okay system but I can't believe they put a PWM charge controller in it. I have seen the Alpha 2400 as well and is identical to the Bluetti EB240. I'm not sure what you mean by the E-Power? Do you have a link so I can double-check if I've looked into it?

[@greydogmusic]

Minute Man Prep ... I think he is just shortened expert power to E-power at least that’s how I took it. And wants to know your opinion of the expertpower alpha 2700. And the alpha 2400