Bluetti AC200 Max. NO YOUTUBER HAS TOLD YOU THIS! Any Good??

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[@thebuddha4208]

I’d quite literally been saving since B4 Jackery came out. For a Power Station Almost 4 years I was finally able to get this product because of black Friday and some help from my family it’s on the way to my house right now I cannot wait during the next power outage I’m gonna be all powered up

[@urbanarkoverland]

Did you use the money off voucher below??

[@thebuddha4208]

@@urbanarkoverland No I just found this video minutes ago

[@thebuddha4208]

@@urbanarkoverland I wish I saw that earlier this week I just found your video there are so many

[@CalumNicholson]

Been looking at this unit for a while now, seems to be a great option for van builders. This review swings it for me 👍🏻

[@urbanarkoverland]

Excellent. Discount voucher in description 👍🏻

[@AndyJarrell]

Thanks for the descriptions of how to integrate it into a system. You're the first vid that has described the details of the ways to integrate it. Thank you!

[@urbanarkoverland]

Exactly. Hence the title. Thank you so much for your feedback. 👍🏻💪🏻

[@marlenemuhs4208]

Thank you for this thorough and informative review !!! I am a new (extremely naive) van owner and happy to report my van came with a "beauty" Bluetti !!! :) So, your video was so helpful for me.

[@urbanarkoverland]

I am glad. 👍🏻

[@36dd]

Probably the best review I have ever seen. Great job!

[@urbanarkoverland]

Thank you so much 👍🏻

[@robreeves279]

Thank you so much for your simple and clear understanding of this unit. Rob

[@urbanarkoverland]

Ye no probs.

[@chrisnaaa3378]

i have watched a bunch of videos on these. i have to tell you. this is the most down to earth review. with real world info. thanks you and i am subscribing

[@urbanarkoverland]

Thank you. That was the whole goal. So this comment means a lot 👍🏻

[@loriparis9485]

Thank you! I have spent hours trying to understand how to get all the DC power out of the Bluetti for my new and first van build (where to hook up fans and lights).

[@urbanarkoverland]

Yes. For sure need that rv cable 👍🏻

[@MiZDove1]

That was friggin amazing. I was already going to buy it but now I’m super happy I’m making a good choice. And you answered everything!

[@urbanarkoverland]

Ah glad I could help. There is a link below with £80 off code. 👍🏻 every little helps

[@grumpytrumpy8015]

Mate , nice job . Been waiting for this exact video that talks about the connection options of the power bank to van . There’s plenty of knockers out there for these systems ( each to their own ) but I seriously reckon they are a plug & play no brainer ! P.S , vid & sound quality top notch 👍

[@urbanarkoverland]

Thank you so much for this comment. Was trying to keep the info relevant to our niche 👍🏻

[@DaphneLowe]

Great explanation of using a power station in a van. Very clear and concise.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Thank you 👍🏻

[@Chubbydippin]

Fantastic real world dive into how this power station works for this application. Glad you mentioned the dreaded phantom power draw when the inverter power side is left on while not in use. "Blue Tea" should be paying you for your efforts. This power station with the ability to add extra batteries for expanding it's power capability is why I'm thinking it's the right choice. Many thanks all the way from Texas Sir!!!

[@urbanarkoverland]

Hey there in Texas. I have just made a very quick insight video into the extra battery you can plug in. Thanks for watching 👍🏻

[@roamingwithjosh]

This is exaclty how I'm using my Bluetti. Starting my first van build next week and this system is all most people will ever need, including myself. Great stuff!

[@urbanarkoverland]

Excellent. 👍🏻

[@roamingwithjosh]

@@urbanarkoverland Let me know if you ever make it to the states. I'll give you a guided tour of what this side of the pond has to offer!

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@roamingwithjosh 👍🏻👍🏻

[@drumndirty]

Just got ours! Thanks for the video, great set up!

[@urbanarkoverland]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@grazynakaledek6228]

Hey Mate, Thanks for sharing this Informative Video on the AC200MAX. I ordered one yesterday for my Van Build in Toronto, Canada. Cheers & Good Luck with your Garage Build.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Great stuff mate. Thanks for watching 👍🏻

[@troypatterson5862]

Great video. Super information and you conveyed it very well. New subscriber, from Virginia, USA, thanks for the information. Looking forward to future videos. Safe travels.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Excellent and welcome 🤗

[@blairinhemet]

other than Will and one other solar geek you are the best I have seen explaining the use and hacks on this solar generator--I am planning some sort of build this year and this is what I will power my build with--and I am going all electric and this will power it all--thanks for your content

[@urbanarkoverland]

Ah thanks mate. That’s a masssive compliment. Try to just keep it relevant really. And try not to baffle even if I do waffle ha.

[@CampervanMan]

Great sound quality! Well worth the upgrade :) Plus, as ever, a really useful video as I'm right at the point of considering an option like this

[@urbanarkoverland]

Thanks. Trying to keep it relevant to our niche. You have a new video on the b230 which is an additional battery. Awesome. Discount link and code in description 👍🏻

[@VinnieVan]

Good one my friend! Thanks so much.

[@urbanarkoverland]

No probs 👍🏻

[@walkingthruyourdata-6019]

Subbed. like it! That wheel table is very great! I will need to make one for my Motorhome as a workshop/ food prep table. that bluetti will have a dedicated space in one of the storage compartment. thanks for the review!.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Cheers you 👍🏻

[@mattprice421]

Solid vid! Was debating an item and your bud helped me out! One note, the expandable batteries when depleted I think require you to charge them with AC in order to recharge them through solar etc from the main unit.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Yeah I’ve heard that. Think they are like a reserve battery bank. Have them on the way so stay tuned 👍🏻

[@RedBatteryHead]

Cool info. Best practical advise and tips on this thing. I can totally see your points to integrate it. I think it's also great to remove when your camper is stored.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Thanks for your comment. Def worth while having at home in case power goes down etc

[@RedBatteryHead]

@@urbanarkoverland you know of those DC screw plug with 90degree plug? It protrudes pretty.

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@RedBatteryHead what do you mean?? Do they do one at 90 degrees??? Don’t think so.

[@RedBatteryHead]

@@urbanarkoverland the plug. It's a straight one now. A 90degree would run bend down, or up for that matter. Making it easier for cable routing.

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@RedBatteryHead yeah I see what you mean. I’m not sure mate.

[@shirleybyrd-annsliee]

Love this!! I have the Bluetti and the expandable unit. My goal is to make this the power station for my van; however, I had read an article that stated the Bluetti was not designed to be on all of the time. I wasn’t convinced that this is true but didn’t know how to set it up. My next step was to pose this question to the Bluetti community. At least now I have a general understanding regarding the how. Thank you so much.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Yo are most welcome.

[@ex8280]

The previous version of bluetti 200 would expend 30 percent of the battery for no reason if it was left overnight. I wonder if they fixed that issue with the max version.

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@ex8280 oh ok. Not had that so far.

[@902kartography]

I am hoping to start a van build in a couple of years to have as a portable office/camper, want a unit I can run a laptop, maybe a small TV, playstation when camping. This unit looks superb.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Yeah this is more than suitable.

[@OverlandOne]

Great info, thanks. I am looking at the Bluetti AC200P for my van, not quite as large as the one in your video but it has 2000 watt hours and can handle 700 watts of solar input.

[@urbanarkoverland]

That’s awesome. If you are in uk. Find the link below or on my other bluetti vid. I put the voucher code and you will get money off 👍🏻

[@iandjadventures]

This is a gem of a video! You are absolutely right nobody explains how to actually run your van off the bluetti! Awesome video, cheers bud!

[@urbanarkoverland]

Thanks mate 👍🏻💪🏻

[@amtravelsaus]

Nicely done mate, great video 'personality too 👍 you definately ticked all the boxes for someone lookin @ getting a Bluetti. All i have to do now is decide on which Bluetti i actually get ( as im gunna need the best to keep me travelling again around the rest of Australia :)

[@urbanarkoverland]

Hi mate. Thanks for the comment. I have a part 2 which is an expansion battery 👍🏻

[@Thevanfarers]

Great video and you are correct we carry so much stuff nowadays to go wild campers.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Cheers you

[@senseidadproductions]

Spot on - I wish I had gone that route last year when I fitted out my camper with an AGM setup. But when they go an sale again, I will add that to my set up - well done video.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Thanks man. Keep an eye out on my link below as that’s an additional £80 off 👍🏻

[@dalegreenacre2635]

You could still buy a 200ah lifepo4 battery and still have about £900 left. If get rid of AGM battery

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@dalegreenacre2635 ah come on. Play fair. Then add a 2200watt inverter. Then a mppt that can take 900watt. Then the bms. The battery protect. All the associated fuses etc.

[@martinperkinsimagery7107]

Brillliant...very informative thanks ( love my AC200max especially bluetooth aspect )

[@urbanarkoverland]

👍🏻👏

[@shaelui]

Think I’m sold mate, great review and informative!

[@urbanarkoverland]

Well if you do go for it. Please use a link. Supports the channel greatly. Money off voucher to use with it 👍🏻

[@Timbereyes127]

Thank you for the info brotherman.

[@urbanarkoverland]

👍🏻

[@mikehalliday4844]

Hi pace, loads of info. Well communicated like this video, as someone looking at a route to purchasing their first van build all this provides good grounding. Thanks

[@mikehalliday4844]

Should be "high" pace

[@urbanarkoverland]

Thanks. And thanks for noticing. Was all first take too 🤥 ha ha. If you need more info. Feel free to ask. If you consider buying. See links below. Have a discount code 👍🏻

[@coalbicycles2734]

Same here mate I’m on my first build and after watching this this morning it’s completely changed how I’m going to build my van, the prospect of having to build out a system that has the same functions as the bluetti had my budget stretched to almost breaking point. Now I’m just going to build it ready to take a bluetti or something like for the future. Thanks bud.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Yes mate. Be sure to head back here when you make your mind up. Discount codes available etc. Always here if you need advice 👍🏻

[@wrxs1781]

Like you CB, money is all important. My first foray to the abandoned silver mines in Ontario is a must do. We have to learn as we go. Also if the shit hits the fan in the world you are a step ahead.

[@Chasingsing]

Yeah I have one of the older blues in my van . Love it

[@ca5ualm3dia]

ok shill bot

[@raybrown5739]

On my third unit EB3A,EB70, and waiting for my AC200max I’m hooked 👍get one soon and save money stick it to the power companies 👍

[@urbanarkoverland]

😂😂

[@samhartfieldlewis5247]

Brilliant explaining that system. But having a think about these lately for totally power for the caravan, it’s got it all. Could make a great system, also remove the very expensive bit. Thinking about it for my pick up idea too could swoop it between them, nice one 👍🏼

[@urbanarkoverland]

Stay tuned. Hopefully have more coming tomo 7pm 👍🏻

[@Tcpnomad]

i have the AC200P model with 350w solar panel for my van. I really love it, excellent unit !

[@urbanarkoverland]

They are great for the money for sure

[@madmouse7915]

Well done bruv 👏🤙awesome video. You're the first to give a proper review of this dang thing. Don't get me wrong others have given decent info, but you've done well to give the skinny on the true practical things people need and want to know at the end of the day. Thanks mate 👍 this is a real game changer and money saver too.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Nice one mate. Appreciate that ⭐️

[@madmouse7915]

@urbanarkoverland Was attempting to scrape it together for the whole victron extravaganza, but work has been slow. This is going to speed things up for me immensely and get me on the road and outta here. 🤙Stay awesome!

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@madmouse7915 are you in the uk?

[@madmouse7915]

@urbanarkoverland Unfortunately no. I'm currently residing in the US, but desperately needing back on the road to the northwestern border. Seen enough.....maybe too much 🤯🤣. My mother and her family live there though.

[@robertdon777]

Finally someone who shows an EHU set-up from these units...Just like using a Gen. The solution may are looking for, Store one in the van and just run an EHU cable to the van...simple and still portable. Keeps all the 240V and 12V systems the same without cutting wires..then drop your solar onto this jobs a good un.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Exactly. Ideal huh.

[@satsadhu]

I recently came across the problem that you can only charge the Bluetti AC200MAX Powerstation 2048 Wh at the solar input either with the panels or via the cigarette lighter socket. Yesterday I came across a great solution. You can operate a voltage converter via the on-board batteries and thus charge the Bluetti via the shore power input - the right-hand socket if you look at it.

[@baievertebagscompany]

I just stumbled on to your sight, happy I did, You answered all my questions. Thanks Do-do

[@urbanarkoverland]

Ha ha. Excellent. Please keep coming back ha 😀

[@baievertebagscompany]

@@urbanarkoverland 4sure, I watch 'Will' also. I live off-grid but want to travel now off-grid, which is a whole different world. I'm hoping to do a cross Canada jaunt, in a couple months.

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@baievertebagscompany well. Good luck and stay safe 👍🏻

[@ghostpainter1019]

Great review mate and you get a new subscriber. You answered some many questions in that review think this is gonna be my power supply ? Well gonna watch your other episode first !

[@urbanarkoverland]

Excellent. I have a part 2 also. If you are in the uk. Use a link in the description. And I have a money off voucher. 👍🏻

[@thommysides4616]

They just started selling these here in South Africa as of Feb 2023. I love how many life cycles the battery gets. Our lights are on only half the day here, so getting one of these is a must. The ANC has driven our power plants into the ground! They say our country may go totally dark by years end. I think it's a plot by the Devos people!!! I wish I only needed one of these, for a Van project... lol.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Man that is crazy. Don’t forget you can now buy expansion batteries to increase the capacity. Briefcase solar panels too 👍🏻

[@stevezodiacsteve]

The most useful review for me, I just needed to know how I could "use" it in the real world rather than all the cool data stuff. Great video.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Thank you for this comment. Exactly what I was trying to do. Keeping it relevant. Thanks 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@yunk9]

Very informative. Thank you.

[@urbanarkoverland]

No worries. 👍🏻

[@tonyflanagan5682]

This is just the info I was looking for pal, thanks very much. I am getting a new PVC shortly and I not too interested in building in loads of electrics and the risks that could entail. I can add a solar panel and just plug into the mains inlet on the outside of the van from a socket. None of that split AC sockets or relays to allow you to use the same sockets. Just have to get a unit that has plenty of oomph! Many thanks

[@urbanarkoverland]

No problem. Glad I could help. If you did buy a unit. Consider using the links below. If you use a link and a voucher code. We both get a drink 👍🏻

[@robertrobertson7782]

Great review my Brother across the pond🙏🌎💪💪

[@urbanarkoverland]

Cheers man. 👍🏻

[@mos_adventure_van]

Beauty of the Bluetti 👊🏻👍🏻😉 another great vid bud 👏🏼

[@urbanarkoverland]

Ha. Cheers mate.

[@Big_Mafuta]

Great video. Your video made the choice for me to buy the Bluetti rather than a dual battery system. What’s your thoughts on charging the Bluetti with a Victron 12/800 inverter connect straight to the start battery with the inverter cut off settings at 12.8v?

[@fivetwentythreepov]

Great video, thanks for the info.

[@urbanarkoverland]

👍🏻

[@matt.docondor6099]

I run the Bluetti in my new Sprinter Van as the house batterie. Charging is 300 Watt low profile solar on the roof, a bit over 12 Volt verhicle input and a emergency gas generator unter the sprinter bonnet. I power the webasto airtop 40/55 heater and my ice box. Microwave, toaster, water heater works fine too. The only downpoint is, that the bluetti is not to charge colder than 0c ( my bms shuts down with temp @ around 4c) Keep this in mind if you use the bluetti in colder climate.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Ah on. That’s great input mate. That will spur you to keep the van warm ha

[@forester057]

If it’s inside with you how likely will it get that cold? Just warm it up and then charge it. That’s any lithium battery btw. Absolutely Can’t charge them below freezing. Destroys them big time.

[@CmwSpeedrunUk]

💪🏽🇬🇧👍🏽 thinking of converting first van Your tips tricks knowledge is very great full

[@urbanarkoverland]

Good luck. Be sure to check the description on the videos. I am getting more and more discount codes etc 👍🏻

[@CmwSpeedrunUk]

@@urbanarkoverland thank you I will keep looking , your videos are extremely helpful 👍🏽

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@CmwSpeedrunUk thanks 👍🏻

[@knightice69]

I have a small travel trailer (1974 Fan) that I am about to completely renovate, and this is probably the power route I will go. Great Video! THX

[@urbanarkoverland]

Awesome. Use the link. Did have a money off code.

[@ryanyoder7573]

Love my AC200Max and expansion battery. Using it to run my office off grid with a Midea air conditioner.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Oh wow. That sounds awesome. 👍🏻

[@stevenbarrett7648]

Good explanation, I had been thinking along the lines of finding a 240v lead like you used to trick the van into thinking its on the mains rather than using the expensive power offered on most of the caravan sites. Price of the Bluetti being of prime interest, outlay versus cost of on-site power. I can recharge the unit at home on cheap overnight juice then run it over the weekends we are away, I guess it depends on just how long it will run with our heating, fridge and of course the Air Fryer

[@Jollyprez]

I've noticed that most people, when they're doing their conversions, create overly-elaborate electrical systems. My cargo-trailer uses an elderly Jackery 500 for its entire electrical load. It's been quite good, up-to-and-including charging a separate AGM battery that runs the diesel heater. We have 100 watts of solar. For Xmas, we bought an RV refrigerator, and need to upgrade our system - we plan to replace the Jackery with the US version of the AC200 Max, which includes a 30amp RV plug. I'll be attaching a female RV plug on the outside, and putting-in a switch that will go between the Bluetti and the external power when available. We'll also be able to remove the heater's AGM battery, thereby basically recapturing that space.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Yeah the uk version has the 30 amp output. Just need that lead that I’ve listed. The initial peak if the diesel heater is even too much for the jackery 1000. I had one. But the ac200 max has plenty of punch.

[@Jollyprez]

@@urbanarkoverland Basically, to ensure the heater lights and shuts-down properly, you really need 15 amps reliably. It claims that 10 is enough, but looking at the load, it frequently hits 12-13 amps. The 50ah AGM had no problem with that, but it'll be nice to remove that extra battery. Plus, since it doesn't need to be recharged constantly in winter, we'll save that power, too.

[@ErikSjaastad]

Great ideas! I charge mine from my fuse box and plug it into the DC in port. I must have broken the wire inside the charge cable because if I ever unplug it and charge it with solar and then plug it back into the DC fuse box, I end up blowing the fuse a few times before it works. I didn't think the wires inside the charge cable would break that easy, but that's the only reason I can think of. It would be great if you showed how you would charge it from your DC fuse box so you can charge while driving and not use the cigarette outlet. Cheers!

[@urbanarkoverland]

DC fuse board? You mean alternator? I wouldn’t know or want to go from fuse board? 😬

[@soilliam]

Great video thanks yo. Subscribed 💯

[@urbanarkoverland]

Nice one. Thanks 👍🏻

[@daveretash9153]

Thank you.

[@urbanarkoverland]

You’re welcome

[@jay_martin]

Hahaha! I just bought one before I watched this video, but you got me all jazzed up. I might buy another one! Great video, mate! 🇺🇸

[@urbanarkoverland]

Ha ha. Watch part 2. Buy one of them 👍🏻

[@edwardcutler7492]

Great review. What I don't like about the AC200MAX is the size and weight of it. It does take up a lot of precious space in my RV.

[@urbanarkoverland]

I get it. But really think about what is in there. Batteries alone weigh a lot. 👍🏻

[@patrickhoveling]

Wiow. You make me want to buy one. Awesome video.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Excellent. Link in description. Use the code get £80 off 👍🏻

[@davidfell9436]

Just wanted to compliment you on a great piece of content. It's structured really well and, you clearly highlight it was your focus, it's refreshing to see a review and deep dive product video thats specifically tailored to your audience. Your investment in a new camera and Rodego has certainly improved quality too. Looking forward to seeing more content soon

[@urbanarkoverland]

This is a great and much appreciated comment. Thanks you 👍🏻

[@davidfell9436]

@@urbanarkoverland more than deserved :)

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@davidfell9436 👍🏻

[@JdaC123]

Thanks for this video. As you say no other video shows how this can be used in a van conversion. Was going Yeti 3000x but this has probably changed my mind to be honest. Thank you.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Thank you. It is half the money to be honest. If you were going to. Please use a link below. Have a discount code also. And it supports the channel 👍🏻

[@mattprice421]

Was also going to go Yeti but price and has only 500 recharge cycles vs Bluetti 3500 got me to change my mind.

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@mattprice421 👍🏻 link below gets £80 off 👍🏻

[@someoneelse7629]

I don't see how you can claim it to be cheaper then a build from components, but I do like the easy install and the option to plug in another battery. My planned build is a microcamper with everything removable so I can use it for transports too, and in that case it is absolutely a bonus to have "all in one".... but cheaper... naaah

[@urbanarkoverland]

Depends what brand you are choosing. I compare to the go to Victron. 200ah battery £1800 Boom. It’s already cheaper

[@bonitatrost1028]

Awesome, I really think I learned stuff from you. Excellent job. Bluetti should hire you.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Thanks 👍🏻👍🏻

[@tanyajackson1659]

Great video. I’m using the Ecoflow delta pro for the whole van set up. Like the blu a lot but wanted the electric vehicle charging option as the charge points are just about in every car park and garage on the planet. Especially when the UK is somewhat unpredictable with the sun.

[@urbanarkoverland]

I did see that. Not sure what people will think of a diesel camper parked in a Tesla spot ha ha a

[@tanyajackson1659]

@@urbanarkoverland do we really care though 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@tanyajackson1659 nah. To be honest. I would bring it on ha ha. I would say the van is a hybrid Frankenstein ha 👍🏻

[@tanyajackson1659]

@@urbanarkoverland I wouldn’t even go to that much trouble, just wave through the window with a cuppa 😂

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@tanyajackson1659 excellent ☕️

[@nikhoward]

Nice one. The new camera and Rhode mic do make a difference, thank you ( now you’ll have to get a new computer to render the larger video files 😉).

[@urbanarkoverland]

Ah don’t. Ha ha ha. Thanks 😊

[@helmuthschultes9243]

The two 12V 10A sockets use 2.1mm inner 5.5mm outer standard DC jacks used on lots of devices using power pack adapters. Caution therecarecalso 2.5mm inner DC jacks that looking near identical, by inner hole at 2.5mm would not make connection. These two could be convenient for power to dash cam or navigation unit, or kids tablet , computer , DVD player, etc and still leave the larger cigarette lighter plug free for other uses.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Thanks for that. I think I follow ha.

[@blockchainsociety5146]

Great video man. So informative. I was looking to upgrade my AGM's to Lithium, but may now just purchase this and keep the AGM's. Out if interest. If you had this as your primary battery for your van and wanted to charge the AS200 when driving, how would you connect the 12v as the nearest socket (cig lighter) is in the front and this will likely be in the garage with all of your 12v system connected? Wouldn't want the fridge etc to be disconnected when charging.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Hi mate. Can create any 12v cigarette socket off of ya 12v system. There used to be a money off link below. Not sure if it’s still live 👍🏻👍🏻

[@Aprilia_tuono_v4_rider]

Fantastic product and a great review to boot! Think I'll be going down the Bluetti route

[@urbanarkoverland]

Thank you. And can I ask that if I have influenced at all or you enjoyed the video. Please use the link in description. It supports the channel. Thanks for watching 💪🏻

[@urbanarkoverland]

And there is a discount code 👍🏻

[@Aprilia_tuono_v4_rider]

@@urbanarkoverland your video has been very influential. Had planned on Goal Zero route after following your Crafter build but after seeing this I feel this is a better unit again

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@Aprilia_tuono_v4_rider look at price point too 🤓

[@glynmoore3730]

First time on your channel and thoroughly enjoyed the content, so as Arnold would say "I'll be back".

[@urbanarkoverland]

Excellent. Thank you 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@billfowler9325]

I got the ac300 with two b300 batteries and 2400 watts of solar panels and it works great.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Ooh. That’s sound like a good set up.

[@mikestevens2053]

We've had this installed in our van for several months now, feeding out of the 30A RV cable into a blue seas fuse block. It works great, no need to even have solar charging with our normal driving pattern and van alternator charging. We could go 4 full days off grid before we'd need to start charging, even longer if we added solar: running lights, a Dometic chest fridge, diesel heater, water pump, and misc. 12V device charging. The control app isn't the greatest but it works for our purposes.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Ye. The app is more like remote monitoring. Glad it’s working out 👍🏻

[@mikestevens2053]

@@urbanarkoverland thanks for the idea to do it this way!

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@mikestevens2053 👍🏻

[@philippedeziel8264]

Hi! Do you have a Espar Diesel heater?

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@philippedeziel8264 no. Autoterm planar ?

[@ezikkiel]

First video of yours I’ve watched. And subbed 😂

[@urbanarkoverland]

That’s a good return huh ha. Welcome

[@dudleysmith2753]

great video, very helpful 👍

[@urbanarkoverland]

Great. Thanks.

[@Tommyr]

Yes and that guy is pronouncing it wrong. For whatever reason. It's Blue-et-tee. Even their normal pitch man says it properly. In any case I have their EB70 and EB3A and they work GREAT!

[@urbanarkoverland]

Well they released another video today and saying blue tea ha

[@TheRdwyer]

I have the AC200 MAX and 2 the 2 batteries B230. For 6142WH, I don't use the batteries that much, unless I run it low to say 20 pct, then I turn my batteries on, and they are both 2042WH, I am totally pleased with the Bluetti, I brought my 120V version to the Philippines to run my 120V American devices from America, I live in the Philippines, and have since bought 2 EB70's and 1 EB55 in 220V version. For my fridge and fan during brownout, as they say here, it's actually a blackout with no power, brown outs are when the voltage slowly drops and destroys electronics. But anyway, Bluetti is the real deal and even cheaper for you British folks. I do think the proper pronounciation is Blue ETTI. But we Americans butcher English all the time. Great video, showing the fuse box hook up, or recharging the (what we call house batteries on an RV or Camper van). By simply plugging in. Holidays, seem to be the best deals. Perhaps they are trying to find the sweet spot in price, but it has come down in price since 1.5 years ago. Mine is still kicking use it every morning to brew my coffee (K CUP).

[@urbanarkoverland]

You do get a little for ya money for sure 👍🏻

[@azndrifter204]

I was thinking of a suv camper build and I've seen electrical in builds. I have a eco flow delta mini. I was thinking why not just use a larger one with out building electrical from scratch. You basically solidified my idea

[@urbanarkoverland]

Honestly. It’s all in one box. And….. if you change vehicle…. You haven’t done anything people will find strange when selling. And, you can take the unit in to the next build.

[@azndrifter204]

@@urbanarkoverland or into the house for emergency, I'm a week end warrior it's more cost effective multipurpose. No hassle no headache. I was going to price out the electrical compared to a solar generator. But with your video you already did lol. Thanks

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@azndrifter204 yeah exactly. There is a £80 off voucher below. If thinking of buying. Please use my link 👍🏻

[@wrxs1781]

Thanks for the video UAO, on my current build the Bluetti will definitely be my choice over heavy and expensive conventional batteries. The other overriding question for me is the fold up panels as opposed to horizontal fixed panels, surely the directional fold ups would be more efficient, a test would be informative for my panel purchase, permanent or fold up.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Hi. Yes the angle is much preferable. And you can direct exactly where the sun is. Downside i suppose is you have to physically do something. As opposed to roof mounted.

[@wrxs1781]

Good point, but I am a result type person

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@wrxs1781 and that’s fair enough. You can hookup 900watts of solar to this unit 👍🏻

[@Bellasafari]

I have both. 400w in series on the top of van and the 350w in parallel. So far this has been great. Thinking of adding one more to the series.

[@nickstaaa]

@@urbanarkoverland is it correct that you bypass your own solar panel MPPT and plug directly into the Bluetti? as the B has its own MPPT?? Thanks

[@borandell9915]

Yep, the "algo's" brought me here. Glad they did too. I just ordered the AC500. The expansion capacity is what sold me on it. Ah, the beauty of the BlueTee. Great review!

[@urbanarkoverland]

Excellent stuff. Thanks for watching 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@steventriance8312]

Great Vid!

[@urbanarkoverland]

Cheers you. Appreciate that 👍🏻

[@EvilTwin123]

Hey macaroni! 🎶 🎵😄 I have the ps54 which sounds like a children's school in a New York suburb. 537Wh but no app Charges in 🥱 3.5 hours off an outlet at 200watt pull - bring a camping 💺, a book📚 and wait it out. Looking to upgrade to AC180 for it's larger supply 1152Wh and faster charging (less than hour 🔌 pulling 1400Watts) and it's app where I can control 📱 the items connected to it - THATS A HUGE BENEFIT. BEING ABLE TO SIT UP IN BED AND ACTIVATE THE MOFO FAN 🪭 WHILE IM SWEATING 🥵 chaaaa love it. The 200 seems too big for my needs and allocated space 🚀

[@urbanarkoverland]

Ha ha. Ye. More power is a must. Take it easy traveller 💪🏻

[@MotoMiles]

I have the 200p I’m finishing up the solar finally

[@urbanarkoverland]

Nice 👍🏻

[@kensmith2839]

Bluetti page says, Blue-ETTY. Thanks for the excellent video.

[@urbanarkoverland]

👍🏻

[@victorlwd]

first of all , 1 hell of a cracking vid. fking love it. im in the market to buy 1 of these units for my pop up tent trailer. but since every1 ( besides you so far ) is in the u.s tries the solar on sunny days in the desert by thelooks of it. now my question is. how would u rate that 350pv solar panel on typical couldy light rainy days for imput ,is expecting like 150 watt avrage over 6 hours a day reasonable cause 350 watts is i gues not realy in real world life settings u can expect or is it . would love to get a reply from you. anyway keep them vids comming love em and stay fking awesome. much regards from the netherlands

[@urbanarkoverland]

Hi mate. I got 360 in a relatively bright day. The yield is better from my briefcase solarvthan the solid panels on the roof of my van. There are money off links in description below 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@davidhale3107]

Great video!!! I hope your opinion is still the same after 10 months since you made this video. I just purchased a BLUETTI 200 MAX for $1,299. on Amazon to be used here in the USA. I am building a 2020 Ford SAVANA 3500 12 foot box truck into a RV. I plan to put solar on the roof, and a RV AIRCONDITIONER on the roof also. I want to wire everything into a panel like you showed. I dont want to mess with inverter, battery, and everything else. I just want to wire the solar panels and the electric in the truck directly to the 200MAX. Watching your video shows me there should be no problems. If you have any suggestions on solar, let me know. I was thinking Renogy 800 Watts. Thanks again David and Archer my German Shepherd service Dog

[@urbanarkoverland]

Hi from across the pond. 800 watts is fine. Make sure you keep the vaults below 50. So wire in parallel. Air conditioner will be a bit juicy no??

[@davidhale3107]

I will use generator when using Airconditioner, or be plugged in

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@davidhale3107 ideal 👍🏻

[@helmuthschultes9243]

Got my AC200MAX and a smaller EB70S, plus 1x 120W solar and 2x 200W solar panels on 15 Nov.. Got travel covered well.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Nice 💪🏻

[@AlwaysWorking2008]

Is there any fan noise or similar coming from this unit while charging or while powering anything plugged into it? The specs on the Bluetti site list 50db, but not clear whether this is a peak volume or constant. Any details you can provide would be greatly appreciated! (Awesome video, by the way. Keep up the great work!)

[@urbanarkoverland]

No mate. Nothing worry about. Certainly not 50db 👍🏻

[@walkingthruyourdata-6019]

Distribution panel!? Will Prowse would be proud of that idea! It is great showing the possibilities because at about $3000 that power unit isn't just a, "like to have". I think that unit could be used to start a vehicle as well to bypass the chassis batteries. Could be as necessary as a fire extinguisher on board..

[@urbanarkoverland]

Yeah it’s an investment. But worth it I feel.

[@forester057]

A 200 max is $1800 ($1300 on sale). Oh you’re not in the US. Silly me.

[@billinns7676]

great video! I have a Ford Transit Van built by Winnabego with AGM's. I am getting this! Thanks!

[@urbanarkoverland]

Excellent. Are you in the uk?

[@billinns7676]

@@urbanarkoverland No, the U.S. Will be shipping it there eventually!

[@urbanarkoverland]

@@billinns7676 we’ll drop me a message when ya ready if you do. . I can send a link and a code. For money off.

[@dannmoody100]

hey dude great review. If i was to build a full system with this product how would you intergrate it for if we went away for a week and wanted to use electric hook up? or is this not able? also lighting etc would you run this off the power bank too?

[@urbanarkoverland]

Simplest way. Would be to plug it in to any of the 240v sockets that become live on hookup. If you wasn’t going to have a fuse board. Buy one of those camping leads that has its own built in RCD’s. And just plug the unit in. As you use it. It will be charging back to 100 👍🏻

[@sharonmorton6616]

Thank you

[@urbanarkoverland]

You are welcome 😀

[@thomaskirkland8391]

Awesome review, looks like a clever piece of kit 👌 Would you rather have the Bluetti or the Yeti you put in the silver sprinter?

[@urbanarkoverland]

The bluetti I’m saying. Has a much higher surge capability. 4 240 outlets on the front. Easily expandable. And……. Half the money.

[@thomaskirkland8391]

@@urbanarkoverland no brainer then! I'm sold 😁

[@dereksimmons5877]

I have this battery. Its really good. Get the adapter that lets you plug a second AC input into the PV input. But the battery drain from just having the DC on is significant. Not arbitrary as you say. I wouldn't really recommend this product unless you have solar with it to compensate for that fact.

[@urbanarkoverland]

Hmmm. Thanks. 👍🏻

[@davidjennings6000]

Does it have to stand upright or can you lay it on its back and have the connection ports looking upwards?

[@urbanarkoverland]

Must stand as shown mate 👍🏻

[@digb1]

Hi. Thanks for your well informed video. I have just purchased the Max and was wondering the best way to charge the Bluetti off the van’s battery/alternator. Would I go via 240V with an inverter or DC to DC charger and Bluetti’s Enhanced charger? Any thoughts?

[@urbanarkoverland]

Hy. I’ve never used the enhancer. Apparently it does give a little bit more. The theory behind the inverter is absolutely fine. Just don’t ever leave it on while the engine is off as it will flatten your battery very quick.

[@latonyabeard7823]

Great video. You were very thorough but as an American I'm not quite sure if that is for me we don't use the space outlets. What outlet was it that you didn't show? The one that you don't use in the UK?

[@urbanarkoverland]

Space outlets?

[@latonyabeard7823]

@@urbanarkoverland sorry I meant outlets to put in appliances.

[@latonyabeard7823]

@@urbanarkoverland we use 110 here

[@damonjames4410]

I’m looking at a microvan that I’d be using as a personal use vehicle, and I would like to convert it as well but don’t wanna go thru the process of electrical. Could this be a good substitute?

[@urbanarkoverland]

Yes. They also do the 180 which is a little smaller.

[@Lesueurfly]

thanks for the review. please link your mike 😊

[@urbanarkoverland]

Will do. Give me half hour 👍🏻

[@urbanarkoverland]

Link is live. Awesome and simple to use 👍🏻