I totally agree. But it is what it is. I tried to do solar first, but it was a HARD NO. It took 3 months of them talking to get an Ok for this configuration.
But at least it will keep them from using buckets of batteries every month
They are also total pacifists. And i don't agree with that...
Hi,
I am a Newbie on this board. I have watched many of the vids on Youtube. I hope to go off grid someday.
Anyways, I have been making friends with the Swartzentruber Amish ?in Michigan. (I am a healthcare worker). They are supper strict on technology. But there are always exceptions. They...
I was talking to a friend who works on tractors, and he suggested these. Rareelectrical NEW 12V 20 AMP PERMANENT MAGNET ALTERNATOR COMPATIBLE WITH JOHN DEERE WITH YANMAR ENGINE. Apparently they were/are used on tractors. i think this might be a solution for the mechanical part
I appreciate your thoughts on this tread. I really do
And I have had my suspicions that 12v appliances are not great. thank you for the input
My view is more "in case". For example I may want to use some lamps, that have sentimental value, in the 12v. I have also considered converting an old...
Thank you Texas-mark
(I am from Sherman BTW)
So you are thinking something like this-
shaft > car alternator > 12v battery (like a car battery??) > CITYORK 12 Slot LCD Smart Rechargeable Battery
Any fuses along the way? I really don't want to burn down the machine shop. There is oil...
They are old order Swartzentruber Amish. Each district has its own rules for technology and society. For example, there is a group that is 5 miles south of this group that will take people that have been shunned from another group. This group does not.
And both of these groups broke away from...
It totally does. What is ok with one group, will be totally not ok in another. It ever goes all the way down to if the buggy wheels are able to have bearings, or not.
It is how they live
Thank you!!
I am getting everything put together. I am going with the VW bug generator & the VW bug voltage regulator
Can anyone recommend what gauge wire to use?
And recommend a crimping tool for the connections?
I will update with pics when it starts coming together
I appreciate the ideas. they are great. It seems like you have some great brainstorming ideas, but i don't really have the background to research hardware for them. can you give examples of them working? If you have some examples, pictures,...etc I am sure everyone would love to see them. The...
How many batteries need charging per day?
It will be charging a single 12v deep cycle battery, and then the smaller AA & AAA batteries will charge off the deep cycle
Any time charging or just when the wood shop putt putt is running?
Anytime
Small 12v scooter battery
Like this one? If so, I...
that is really good idea. I am gunna look into this one. (Does not say how many amps it is)
How do you think it compares to the Perm magnet for a tractor. It seems to do the same thing, but more expensive. I am not trying to be disrespectful in this question.
Thank you fo the reply.
I am thinking of an alternator because they are plentiful.
Since it will only be run for short times, I am thinking it would have charge a 12V battery as an intermediate battery. And then have the AA & AAA charger draw from the 12v battery.
The bishop is only...
Yes I agree an alternator is overkill, but they are very much into independence. And things wear out. I will die someday also...etc.
So I want them to have components that are easy to replace themselves. They can easily source alternators from wrecking yards. And that motor powers an entire...
I am sorry I an not really up on the technology. My solution of using an alternator might be ignorant.
Are you saying that an alternator from car (that is 7-10 years old) will not work?
In Michigan the cars don't last long because of the salt.
so current configurations is-
Aftermarket VW Generator (bosh)> cable type? > fuse? (if so type?) > 50Ah+ 12V battery (AGM or SLA preferred) > some kind of guage to show charge? > 8-40V to 12V regulator (Buck Boost Converter) > fuse? > Two chargers (MiBOXER 8-Bay Smart Charger)
I like the VW...
So are you suggesting-
car alternator > 50Ah+ 12V battery (AGM or SLA preferred) > 8-40V to 12V regulator (Buck Boost Converter) > Two chargers (MiBOXER 8-Bay Smart Charger)
I like the versatility of the charger you suggested. thank you
While I was here, I thought i would ask the brain trust...
I am looking to wire a cabin/house for 12v appliances/outlets & 120v appliances/outlets
Many moons ago... in the early days of the internet... when I was still in my 20s. Someone suggested to use a different plug for the 12v...