I don't live in a vehicle but I live in a 120 year old house that can be drafty in very cold weather. I love my electric blanket! Bought one for every family member. Saves me a fortune on my heating bills. 😄
@patriciacole8773 Жыл бұрын
I put flat cardboard boxes from uhaul inside window frames. Especially at night. Or during a cold snap. Amazing difference!
@guylamullins3602 Жыл бұрын
I live in a mobile home and have peripheral neuropathy. I had a simple Walmart electric blanket. It worked great with 3 heat settings. I’m wondering if it could be plugged into a solar system for backup.
@b.savage895311 ай бұрын
Love , love , love my USB blanket 💯❤💯
@michellelaclair8 ай бұрын
@@patriciacole8773 cardboard inside vehicle windows or home windows?
@dorenem8532Ай бұрын
@@b.savage8953 what kind do you have?
@patriciabandeko3842 Жыл бұрын
I've kept a 12v blanket in my semi truck for years and love it. I also got one for my little elderly dog who has been with me in the the truck for 15yrs, she really likes her blanky in the winter.
@dorenem85323 ай бұрын
What kind of Battery do you have. I will have the EB3A and SmokeyDope says a 12 V kills the Battery …boo hoo.My kitty needs a pad too. He has already taken over my soft fake fur coat. Once he found it he slept all night and all day ate a ton of food, and is going into the next night right now, Sweet baby….
@sueg2658 Жыл бұрын
I use a Sunbeam heated mattress pad (110v) on the bed and a down comforter over me. The heated mattress pad has a thermostat too and draws very little power. The combo keeps me nice and toasty. Stay warm everyone.
@deekorbel5259 Жыл бұрын
I love my heated mattress pad too.
@MultiHairypotter Жыл бұрын
I do the same and love it. Turn off the furnace at night even !!
@nana_ginny Жыл бұрын
I purchased 2 wool comforters instead of down, it is heavier. We use heated mattress pad & a wool comforter with a king blanket & it is so warm 😊
@BIG-DIPPER-56 Жыл бұрын
The mattress pad is the way-to-go, I wholeheartedly agree! The pad only warms you, the blanket looses a lot of heat into the air.
@bon39062 ай бұрын
I have a Sunbeam but noticed in info that you should not run the blanket with a generator. So I got a 12 volt blanket.
@foxvalley56040014 күн бұрын
Went a winter in Nebraska garage no insulation.. 2 electic blankets ..layed on one covered with one then 5 blankets Sleep great
@SmokeyDope Жыл бұрын
Hi bob I wanted to let you know about a third kind of electric blanket that will work a lot better for people who have very limited battery capacity. USB heated blankets have a max draw of 15 watts and work well enough to provide suprisingly decent heat. A regular 12v blanket kills my EB3A but im left with a good amount of power left when I wake up with the usb blanket. The power meter says it consumes 10 watts on high. If you decide to do a follow up I hope you can bring this option to peoples attention.
@anybodyoutthere3208 Жыл бұрын
What brand would you recommend Sounds like a great option
@carmenmartinez2882 Жыл бұрын
I have one, mine is a sleeping bag liner, use it inside the sleeping bag and keeps you nice and warm using very little Volts, works better inside the sleeping bag but not bad under it. I’m not in a van, I tent camp when temperatures hit the teens it works great, specially if you add a military wool blanket to the mix low setting is all you need.
@NoZenith Жыл бұрын
What specifically do you recommend?
@TinyHouseDreaming Жыл бұрын
Yes please give a brand name of what you have? Thx in advance
@dorenem85323 ай бұрын
Who makes the usb blanket ……that is exactly what I need!!! And does Amazon have it? I have to have one, plus my down blanket, Do they also make a small 10 V pad too? Anxious to hear back from you. THANKS for telling eeryone!🌈🫶
@my-honest-review Жыл бұрын
Great analysis between the 12v and 110v. Who knew? The key to either, like you say, is to use a quality down comforter with it to keep the heat in.
@robbiewright9573 Жыл бұрын
I was surprised by the 110v using less battery. Great video. Great , usable information! Thanks Bob...
@abyssalsoul6216Ай бұрын
I just purchased and began using the Sunbeam with my Jackery 500. I am doing a test run.Upon starting up ( I chose level 3 , out of 12 for this run) the useage was at 100W. After about 20 mins of run time I observed the watt useage fluctuating between 25W and 65W. At this rate I am confident the Jackery will run this blanket for at least 6 hours , conservatively. I set the timing at 8 hours so I will see how much battery life is left. At level 3 the blanket is warm enough for me. I believe if I use a blanket on top It will do fine. Report back soon.
@Heidi914 Жыл бұрын
Camping in my tent once at 22 F I put a down blanket under me and another down blanket on top. My body created its own little oven between the 2 downs. On top of twas a couple blankets. Worked out pretty good! I know a sleeping bag for that climate might have been better, but I didn’t plan on it being that cold in April. Was sure glad I had those extra blankets though!!!
@anitasimmons3599 Жыл бұрын
Wool blanket or even a rug underneath you would work better than the down because when it is compressed down has very little insulating value. Even a yoga mat or backpackers close cell foam mat would help. I am always surprised at how effective a truck mylar window covers helps keep cool from coming up from underneath, especially when sleeping on the ground in a tent or bivy.
@wobu5361 Жыл бұрын
i hope you had 1” foam under the lower down comforter!
@PopFizzPaperDani Жыл бұрын
Or you could use a heating pad instead of a blanket. Packs up smaller, draws less power, pretty versatile. I’ve stayed in 8* overnight with a heating pad and decent sleep system and lived to tell the tale. As long as your core is warm, you’ll be fine.
@texasgirl6000 Жыл бұрын
And as long as you have power. It's always a good idea to have a backup plan in case you lose power.
@pamreneick464 Жыл бұрын
Yesvi need a new heating pad . I was reading so.eother responses ,heating pad with reflective under the sheet siubds perfect . I hate to freeze😮
@nylamunk368 Жыл бұрын
I have one draped over my recliner, in the winter, to stay warm. Works great!
@PopFizzPaperDani Жыл бұрын
@@texasgirl6000 With my sleep system, I’d still be fine, just a little chillier.
@NoZenith Жыл бұрын
My feet get cold and I cannot sleep because I'm miserable so I need more than my core
@nancyadamson6755 Жыл бұрын
Very informative, I appreciate all you have to offer in your videos.
@DisabledandPrepping Жыл бұрын
I love the newer USB powered blankets. 😊
@nuascannan Жыл бұрын
This is educational - thanks!
@marlenen6130 Жыл бұрын
My daughter loves my heated blanket that comes out every winter and stays on the couch. It has “Safe and Warm Technology” heating, which means it has the safe 12v wiring within the blanket but has a converter box on the 110v power line. The heat it produces is the best! It doesn’t have hot and cold spots, but rather a very comfortable steady heat. It has the easiest dial situation of an on button with a dial settings of low-1-10 as well as auto shut off after 8 hours. This type of safe and warm technology is designed to not burn you, not overheat, and not catch fire. It’s what I recommend to everyone, especially diabetics and the elderly. You can’t feel the wires at all! My daughter said the Eddie Bauer twin extra cozy Sherpa safe and warm’ blanket I gave her for Christmas last year drew less power overnight in her van than her 12v thin throw blanket! She also said, “you were right mom, I didn’t need a twin sized, should have just gotten the throw blanket size for the van”. Pro tip: only get as big as you need to heat which saves on power also. Many brands of blankets use the “Safe and Warm Technology” but if it’s not printed on the dial, then it’s not the “Safe and Warm Technology”. I liked my couch blanket so much that I found a king size blanket for our bed and it comes with controls for both sides.
@CarolinaCarolina-ph9mx Жыл бұрын
I was just over at Eddie Bauer's website, and it doesn't appear they are selling electric blankets right now, unfortunately. I think the Sunbeam electric blanket looks to be a good option (for those with a power station or inverter), however, with 12 different heat settings. I think staying on the lower heat settings is the key to using using a 110v electric blanket, and allowing it to work much more efficiently than the 12v one. Bonus points for it being larger with more wiring and heat throughout the blanket, which could likely make a person feel warmer so not have to kick the heat up as high.
@AlejoHausner Жыл бұрын
A 12 volt heating pad has a lot less EMFs than a 110 volt one. EMFs have been linked to all kinds of health problems.
@sarahmorrill Жыл бұрын
First of all, let me tell you, Sunbeam has great customer service. Recently, my Sunbeam electric blanket stopped working and it was well over a year out of warranty--maybe a couple of years out of warranty. But just for the heck of it, I sent them an email. And guess what? They sent me a brand new one. They didn't have to do that and I didn't deserve it, but heck, it sure was nice of them. Now, for car camping. It would be nice to have an electric blanket, but I don't like the idea that I might drain a battery. Thermal underwear and a good down blanket will keep you warm in very cold weather. But, very effective, is using hot water bottles. If you've got a decent blanket or two to put over you, a couple of hot water bottles will give you so much heat that you won't be able to sleep until you remove them. They cost about $8 each. I fill them with boiling water from my JetBoil. In the morning, they're still warm. The advantage of an electric blanket is the thermostat, but if your main concern is that you want to be warm enough, hot water bottles are the way to go.
@KellsSmith1244 Жыл бұрын
I’m so glad you are making these videos. I’m living with my elderly dad in my childhood home and I’m starting to spin out with worries about what I’ll do when he’s gone. I’m not able to work but don’t qualify for disability. I came here for comfort because I know there’s a community of people who live in homes on wheels I can connect with when that dreaded time comes..
@anitasimmons3599 Жыл бұрын
Kennedy, try to enjoy your father and learn all you can during the time you have him and a place to stay. Reach out to services for caregivers in your area. Everyone can benefit from community and support. Worry is a waist of energy. There is help, it just takes time to find what you need and get on the wait list for services. I will add you to my prayers.
@debvoz Жыл бұрын
You might also look into a reflective mattress pad for under the sheet-a thin foam pad laminated to a reflective blanket that reflects your body heat back up to your body instead of having to warm the mattress. I have found that they work great to keep me warm with a nice blanket. Amazon has them for about $20 and no power needed.
@sueg2658 Жыл бұрын
Looks terrific. One Amazon reviewer said it’s slippery. But I think some silicone caulking dabbed and flattened in stratigic places might keep things from slipping around. I’m going to buy some of these mats and use one under my doggies mat to keep him warmer too. I can think of lots of uses for the product and it’s inexpensive. Thanks for the heads up.
@janetkoball44 Жыл бұрын
Sounds great.
@VictorCarless4 күн бұрын
Thanks!
@CallMeAllan Жыл бұрын
I really like your channel. Perhaps the only place for very cost effective approaches to van life.
@bon39062 ай бұрын
I have the 12 volt Sealy. Plugged blanket to my EcoFlow River 2 Max that was at 92% full. Ran it for 6.5 hours. Still had 51% battery left. Kepted blanket on low the entire time. Started out using about 44 watts on low but noticed it dropped down to 26 watts later in the night. Happy with my first test with blanket connected to my EcoFlow.
@offgridforrealandraw Жыл бұрын
I had that same black and red one. It worked great for a while, and then the plug went out. I just ordered a twin sunbeam on Amazon with all the settings for 33.49 on sale. The one I just got is 300 watts, and I have a 2500-watt inverter. I have lived in northern Arizona for 4 years now, but I only use the heat in the mornings. I have the ability to go nomadic, but I am an avid gardener and need land. I have learned so much from you. Thank you for having this awesome and informative platform.
@offgridforrealandraw Жыл бұрын
And I have always wanted to meet you. I would love a visit for you to check out my setup.
@Fab50VanLife Жыл бұрын
Very helpful .. thank you for sharing the information.
@StellaMaldo-gj6tz Жыл бұрын
Thanks Bob for everything you do. I live in RV and enjoy my electric blanket😄
@MadHatter1137116 күн бұрын
You should do a review for the Jartoo heated blanket. It’s 24 volt so plugs into standard plug. But cars today are made with 110 outlets. Plus could use battery station
@Jrod_FPV8 ай бұрын
battery saving tip is to use a thick blanket on top of the heated blanket. Because the more you can insulate the blanket, the less heat that will be wasted into the air, and more heat will go into your body.
@aaronhall555 Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love my Sunbeam 110v blanket. Keeps my nice and tosty even in freezing temperatures. I do layer a few blankets on top. And still have plenty of power left in my 200ah AGM battery after about 6 hours running on the number 6 temp setting.
@angeladawn805 Жыл бұрын
Love these reviews, straight forward information, with a stunning background. ❤️
@randomspirit Жыл бұрын
I have the Sunbeam blanket. I drape it across my shoulders here at my desk on chilly MN winter evenings. Anything over "2" and I get cooked. LOL
@Drmikekuna Жыл бұрын
I have had an 12 volt car throw for several years. On very cold days I heat my bed for about a hour before I get in and it is very welcome. I sleep on the electric blanket and (of course) have several blankets on top of me. Works well.
@janetkoball44 Жыл бұрын
A wonderful comparison for a toasty night's sleep. I don't like to stay too warm after my initial warm up. I really appreciate down . Thanks Bob
@SteveTheFordGuy985 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Bob! I really appreciate everything that you do for all of us. Take care, my friend .
@audiotechlabs4650 Жыл бұрын
Great info! The 120 volt would also work in an on-grid home…..bonus! Turn down the furnace and use the blanket and hopefully save $ on your heating builds. Thanks Bob for another eye opening comparison! Can’t wait for your next episode. Love from NW Colorado.
@samc6734 Жыл бұрын
I love blankets
@forestanderson3267 Жыл бұрын
Use those inside two zipped together sleeping bags makes making bed easier too
@LifePrepared Жыл бұрын
Arcturus wool blankets are about $40 and super warm. I got one when my electric blanket quit and I think it keeps me warmer.
@MnAnnetteNS Жыл бұрын
Another good video!! You could use a duvet for comforter (cover it like a pillow case) then you only wash the duvet.
@juliereynolds5578 Жыл бұрын
Just to compare notes, I have an always-on 12v blanket that draws 40-50 watts, so it will run for 15 hours on my 750-watt power station. Just used it (it was 24 degrees) and worked great all night, with 30% power left the next day.
@capsubs16872 ай бұрын
can you please provide Amazon link. thank you
@daynadiggle8169 Жыл бұрын
Great informative video Bob , and I love your back yard ! 😊
@ramontoro Жыл бұрын
Hello from Puerto Rico friends, we dont need that product but its always interesting to Knowl about the New products in the marquets
@MsTimberwolf1967 Жыл бұрын
Can you do a comparison between 12v and a battery pack blanket?
@MichaelHigginsJR Жыл бұрын
I'm currently using a 12v blanket i bought 15 years ago. Still works like a champ. Used it hundreds of times. Unknown brand iirc $50 a pop.
@lorismith8479 Жыл бұрын
Down is definitely the item I would use with an electric blanket
@OverlandOne Жыл бұрын
Thanks Bob. It is getting down in the teens where I am camped now. My van gets cold but I installed a diesel heater today so. Once my avation plug comes in, I should be warm again
@johnmcenroe3683 Жыл бұрын
Stay warm Sir , take care and God Bless You .
@DomsDiner160 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video Bob. You continue to inspire me to live my best life!
@normaevett Жыл бұрын
Answering questions I didn't even know to ask! Thanks for this comprehensive review!
@stevesmith35563 ай бұрын
The sunbeam with the thermostat is the best bet, I think. I have a small rooftop tent running a 200W electric heater with a thermostat. I have about 2500Wh of power. It hardly touches the battery because the space is small, and when it gets to temp, it shuts off rather than staying on the whole night. Nice review man!❤
@cocacolafiesta Жыл бұрын
My husband and I got caught in the Texas Blizzard in our ‘98 Ford Econoline van and thankfully we had our down blanket that kept us warm at night. We did have other blankets on top for the weight but we were warm despite the drafty van.
@McCucumber Жыл бұрын
I bought the same Westinghouse blanket on Amazon and it only lasted about a week before it stopped working completely.
@fruitfulvine222 Жыл бұрын
I've owned probably a dozen electric blankets. None have ever lasted a whole winter. These days, though? The junk breaks immediately but the price is increasing daily.
@genespell4340 Жыл бұрын
They are probably made in China and that isn't a good thing these days.
@McCucumber Жыл бұрын
@@fruitfulvine222 the Walmart automotive section has a few electric blankets around the $30 range.
@anybodyoutthere3208 Жыл бұрын
@@fruitfulvine222I completely agree!! They are all pretty crappy these days I have read hundreds of reviews trying to find a reliable one It’s insane There really junky nowadays 😢
@Frank-James Жыл бұрын
Thanks Bob! I love when you explain the electric stuff so a simpleton like me can understand it. All that amp, volts and watts goes way over my head. Keep up the great work!
@thereseshine7506 Жыл бұрын
You have to use an inverter with the power station for the sunbeam? I don't know a whole lot but I thought power stations had built in inverters.
@ohiowolfsister11 ай бұрын
They do.
@darlenesimmons3934 Жыл бұрын
I hate getting up from a warm, cozy bed to cold air - live in a van - have solar - I’ve found I can take 3 electric 12 hr blankets that take the least amount of power, close off the driver compartment, hang 2 on each wall & place one on the floor and sleep under a cozy comforter or sleeping bag - I sleep cozy as can be and get up to a comfortable temperature and have my coffee
@mindovermotor4 ай бұрын
Interesting! I scored a couple of 12v blankets today for $5. I have a small solar/electric boat with a cabin that I sleep in. Might have to try that out! Also, they pull around 50w each. I wonder how they would do with a PWM to turn them down a bit?
@patrickvernon476629 күн бұрын
Thanks Bob! Love ya brother
@anitasimmons3599 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for another great review. I just don't care for electronics blankets. My late husband loved them. I like down and I wear merino wool or alpaca base layer. If I need something to warm the bed I prefer a hot water bottle or chemical warmers. I am hoping to get a soapstone bed warmer somewhere in my vehicle travels. Wool blankets underneath me have really been great at stopping the cold from coming up from underneath, especially when we just had self inflating mattresses on the floor of our old minivan. A few years ago I purchased an REI wrap blanket that was down alternative and have loved it for just sitting at cold camp fires or actually wearing it on cold days. We have never been full time, but use the same tactics on your bed at home. Thank you for taking the time to use these electronic blankets and test their efficiency.
@soggynomadpress Жыл бұрын
I have the Westinghouse 59" x 43” my and an old Jackery 500, can take the edge off the cold a few times a night, but if I wanted to be cozy all night and sleep it would not work, Power dropped like a rock. I also found it to small. If I did things like move, a foot or and arm would loose coverage. Love what you said about the down blanket and will try other electric blanket options. Thank you.
@kensmith2839 Жыл бұрын
My 12v blanket worked perfectly all night. My 110v shut off when it folded up. My power unit is a Bluetti AC200P.
@johnkuiper8907 Жыл бұрын
I do a lot of cold weather camping, and all I use is flannel sheets and a regular a fleece blanket and a thin comforter… I stay very warm ..
@freedomwon2004 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Bob! Extremely useful information going forward. 👍👍
@pa_maj.MARTINI-van-MAN8 ай бұрын
What I've come to learn recently is running 12 volts from some power stations can be harder on power than through their inverters, as strange as that may sound. Power stations that drop the power down to 12 volts from 36 or 48 volts through a buck converter (if cheap) can be worse or not much better in some cases than an efficient inverter. There is a KZbin channel that has tested many makes and models of power stations showing charts using different amounts of power, 100watts, 200watts etc. Those down blankets would definitely be the way to go 👍
@andreasmith8735 Жыл бұрын
Hi Bob, thank you for this very informative video. I agree that a down comforter on top of an electric blanket is the way to go. I use an electric blanket everyday.
@stacyhackney6100 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Bob.
@snick69z10 ай бұрын
Plugged in the wife’s throw heated blanket ac 110. Was only pulling an average of 30watts from my bluetti ac180. I was very surprised!
@theresa337 Жыл бұрын
Thanks. Unusual test! Love it your practical vids.
@IAm1InTheIAm Жыл бұрын
Winter's already here in Alaska and we're all geared up. Arizona is sounding pretty good right about now!
@tbacon2784 Жыл бұрын
I hope to be living at least part-time if not full-time in a no build van this spring... Please consider doing a video on which automotive tools, and which carpentry tools we should consider having with us on our travels. I am sure many would appreciate the info. Thank you in advance!
@McCucumber Жыл бұрын
Walmart has an electric blanket and electric Sherpa / blanket and a electric seat warmer all powered by the 12-volt cigarette outlet you can find them in the automotive section.
@freedomwon2004 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information. I will be checking it out
@anybodyoutthere3208 Жыл бұрын
I got that one last year Stopped working real quick It was $25 It was one Bob recommended about a year ago I think most of these are junk It’s very hard to find one that goes the distance
@brianjones7521 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Bob
@rebeccamackey4878 Жыл бұрын
the best combo for me in trailer is electric lap warmer {I'm 53} and a alternative down comforters .. but that is a great price....
@engrmoutassim11 ай бұрын
Great thorough review David Letterman. Thank you!
@abyssalsoul6216Ай бұрын
Hi Bob and all viewers. I just purchased the latest model of the Sunbeam electric blanket with the intention of running it with my 500W Jackery. The instructions clearly states not to use with an inverter, generator or an extension cord. I read somewhere that a modified sine wave inverter may pose a problem. I am gonna use my Jackery , which is a pure sine wave one and do a test run and report back with my findings. UPdate: I set the balnket at level 3, which is on the cooler side of warm, if that makes sense, and set the timer for 8 hours. Initially there was a100w draw which reduced with time. I saw flutuations from as low as 34w to 55 wats as the the blanket was in use. The ambient temperature of the room was about 70F. At the 4 hr mark the Jackery 500 was down to 49% and at the 8 hour mark it was down to 20%. With additional regular blankets I have no doubt this blanket will work for me in cooler ambient temperatures in combination with other regular blankets. One thing to note is that the heating element is confined to the center of the blanket and is clearly seen in the stitching. There a model that has two controllers so I would imagine there two heating elements. Mine had a single controller. Hope this review helps potenntial buyers of this electric blanket. Bob, your review made me purchase this over the 12V blanket. Stay warm folks. BTW Amazon $65 with tax , and 5 year warranty!
@randyvavrin7204 Жыл бұрын
I use a 12 volt electric blanket from Wally world and turn it on for about 15 minutes on high through my Jackery then unplug it. I wake up about 2-3 hours later and just repeat the process. I don't trust leaving them plugged in all night. I strongly suggest putting a sheet between you and the electric blanket and a sleeping bag or comforter on top of the electric blanket.
@edsmachine93 Жыл бұрын
Good information Bob. Thanks you. Have a good week.
@rejeannagwynn566511 ай бұрын
Large heating pads work nicely too
@jfitzpatrick6108 Жыл бұрын
I found that using an Electric Mattress Pad underneath me _and_ a down comforter on top of me afforded me the most comfortable sleep. I assume because the Electric Mattress Pad furnished heat which rose _upward_ thru my body. I kept nice and toasty. Significantly sounder sleep than when I used the down comfortable atop an Electric Blanket.
@rickmcentee9204 Жыл бұрын
Do you think the pad would last as long with your weight on it vs laying on top?
@knappfarm Жыл бұрын
Good information. Have you tested heated mattress pads that you sleep on top of all night?
@Tipperary757 Жыл бұрын
Appreciate the scoop, Bob -- and love the background.
@lja1229 Жыл бұрын
I love my down blanket. I'm so protective of it, nobody can sit on top of it, I fold it up every morning. I have two different sizes. Also I had a ac plug in electric blanket that I scored on clearance, I used it on my inverter one night and it quit working. When I plugged it in only half got warm. It worked just fine prior to that but on 110ac. It quit on my inverter which is 110v. Idk if it was just coincidence or if running it on an inverter had anything to do with it not working anymore.
@ronpeted Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this one.
@BIG-DIPPER-56 Жыл бұрын
Very Nice - Thanks ! 😎👍
@teresa4325 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for another informative video! Happy trails!
@donwyates Жыл бұрын
I don't recall ever using an electric blanket, though my feet would really appreciate something dedicated solely to them. I rely on a zero deg. down mummy bag that's about 45 yrs old - yeah, it's lost a bit of loft, but I just supplement it with merino wool or capilene top and/or bottom. I sleep in a tent (w/o a heater), and SO FAR I've not experienced temps below about 20 F. 🤞
@kevinfenn9672 Жыл бұрын
Thanks again for the video
@sharkcookie.YouTube Жыл бұрын
The 12 Volt output of a power station has almost the same losses as the 120 outlets. It’s because the actual battery inside a Bluetti or Ecoflow isn’t 12 Volt. It’s much higher. So the 12 Volt output on any power station uses a converter that has some losses just as the inverter that makes 120 AC. Hence there is no advantage to using 12 Volt appliances.
@larrywillard8449 ай бұрын
Interesting. How about when having actual 12 volt batteries (instead of Bluetti) and using only 12 volt fan etc?
@mindovermotor4 ай бұрын
@@larrywillard844That's the most efficient way of doing things. 👍
@clarkleakins879 Жыл бұрын
You mentioned only using the heated blanket before bed, in the early cool morning, needing to turn it on/off (the 110V type). Suggest you consider/test using a simple lamp timer plugged into the power supply, the blanket plugged into that timer, set the on/off as needed. I don't know the power draw of the timer itself. I have a timer, service rated maximum of 1800watts @120VAC. If course, with a thermostat setting on the blanket the timer may be not necessary. Everyone has their own body thermostat.
@fingerboardingstop1961 Жыл бұрын
Thanks, great video.
@DeliberateNRandom Жыл бұрын
Try this with a mini fridge. Jonathan Roberts said his mini fridge ran longer than his 12V fridge. I saw someone use a chest freezer with a greenhouse temperature controller to keep it at fridge temperatures. More storage for less money. Should be under $200.
@harriethunter8910 Жыл бұрын
G'day warm greetings from Australia. Whatever happened to the lovely Kathleen whom was living in her little car several years ago? Any update on her. She was a real sweetie. Love your videos. God bless.
@weeb93325 ай бұрын
This was a helpful video
@derykmacleod4979 Жыл бұрын
my pooch keeps me warm on cold nights, add a nice wool blanket and we are good
@jenniferferguson3 Жыл бұрын
I think the King Charles spaniels were actually bred for that purpose LOL
@DavidGodley-n6j Жыл бұрын
I prefer to use my super warm Coleman sleeping bag. I also have a Browning but I really don’t need it.
@rickmcentee9204 Жыл бұрын
Cool Bob. Does anybody know whether using a very small cigarette lighter plug in inverter would save significantly more juice than having a larger whole rig inverter on just for a blanket at night?
@shirlywilson4287 Жыл бұрын
Great info!!
@guylainedoucet9634Күн бұрын
Hi! Is a Bluetti considered an inverter?
@justopeners Жыл бұрын
Do you have a video on cell phone boosters? ❤ you vids! Were you a radio personality?
@funzeevanzee Жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@jasonbridges45 Жыл бұрын
Last year I got red one you have. Keep breaking. Walmart has a Goodyear brand 12 volt. An it's good turns off an on, by itself. Like every 15 mins. An only 28 dollars.
@lisalamoureux5616 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Good information! I’m confused though, between the down blanket vs down alternative blanket. In your previous videos, it seems that you prefer a down alternative blanket..just starting out 😊
@debramickley2295 Жыл бұрын
That was great info , thank Q very much 🙏💜😎🚙🇨🇦
@lavina58 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video. Thanks Bob 🙌😊👌🙏🍀💞👍
@teresaforsyth6185 Жыл бұрын
11/29 6p--- Sunbeam twin & full out of stock on Amazon.
@anybodyoutthere3208 Жыл бұрын
Shows all in stock on 12/2
@AmyMcLintock Жыл бұрын
I have a 12v electric blanket and it has 3 heat settings and a timer. So they out there to purchase.