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Wow. All Weather. (Well, maybe not “All”) Comprehensive Certifications. Please tell me more…...

I’m no expert but this seems like an impressive battery for the form factor. Has all the goodies: Internal heat that can be controlled externally. 200amp discharge rate Tested over 4kwh Bluetooth

Pricey but Interesting… 24v /200ah/5120kwh 3000w inverter...

It’ll be interesting to see how this technology evolves, and the pricing. A really weird graph is used in this promo, I figure it’s meant to be somewhat ambiguous...

Will it be here some day, in some form…? https://newatlas.com/automotive/inmotion-student-team-sub-4-minute-ev-fast-charging/

Got 20V tools? Have a lot of leaf blowin’ to do? ☑️ Mega weed eater-ing ? ☑️ Need to use your 20V angle grinder for hours? ☑️ (maybe) Want to run your 1” impact to pull all the wheels on your neighbors 10 wheeler? (doubtful). Torque Test Channel got a bit nutty with this one… Some nerd out...

Just unboxed my new 100w Renogy folding “suitcase” type panel. Putting out 103watts immediately in my driveway as indicated on the Bluetti AC200Max it’ll be used with. This is better than my Rich Solar 100w rigid panels have done in the same conditions (90-94watts). And, WAY better than the 100w...

Maybe someday this will be a highly efficient common reality. Verticle plane, angle and orientation not required! ? Hey dream BIG. https://www.freethink.com/technology/transparent-solar-panels-43983

I have not seen these units before. 3000 and 5000 watt units. 7000w surge capacity on the 3000 unit hmm ? Looking at the solar input… comments on that welcome https://cdnsolar.ca/pages/portable-power-stations

Wow. From $1999 to $1399 in one price drop on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09XM7WDZ2/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A294P4X9EWVXLJ&th=1

Well now this is interesting from ADCBATT : 12.8V /300ah/ 3.84kwh Self heating 200A BMS In a very compact form factor that looks like the often highly regarded SOK 206AH battery (which is limited to 100a discharge rate?). I’m not saying I have faith in the company (since I’ve never heard of...

any experiences / comments re this inverter? I am considering picking up a slightly used one for possible use in my Sprinter van. 2000-watt Magnum Dimensions CSW2012-HMWX thanks

From what I’ve seen, this Vestwoods battery appears to be the lowest cost per watt pre made 24v battery that includes a 200a bms, high and low temp protection, and bluetooth. 25.6v x 220ah =5632w for $1339.99. so that’s 23.8 cents /watt, plus whatever your sales tax rate is if applicable (free...

oops I meant to post this in “Solar Generators” (the name of which drives me nuts.) Admin feel free to delete, I tried but didn’t find a delete option. https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.gizmochina.com/2021/12/22/worlds-first-sodium-ion-solar-generator-bluetti-na300-b480-unveiled/%3famp=1

Received a few days ago, nice looking unit and well packaged. A few issues: 1) Wrong 12v/30amp plug received in cable kit, called yesterday they’re supposed to UPS the correct one out today. (Looks like they had originally sent something for the 200P, it doesn’t fit anywhere on the 200max) 2)...

Other than price and profit, is there a reason an Ampere Time 200ah LifeP04 battery would only have a 100a BMS?

just received an email on this, glad to see prices dropping. Interesting since it seems nearly everything else is skyrocketing in price. https://www.bluettipower.com/pages/lightning-weekend?mc_cid=42162c5de5&mc_eid=97bf0368f5 if it didn’t have such an awkward connection system I’d be tempted.

Hello, this may sound kooky / cra cra to some… but intuitively it just seems like a bad idea to sleep directly above or near a LifeP04 battery bank and inverter etc. Many vans and rvs are built with the electrical system in the “garage area” directly below the bed, along either side wall of the...

A couple reviews on this battery aiming at the home power market. I have a Vestwoods 12v/250ah/3.2kwh battery in my Sprinter, other than crappy bluetooth, no complaints. Did not know this existed until now. They are $6164 US per the 2nd review so maybe not for some here compared to 3 server rack...

Came across this Klein Tools power unit recently. Have not seen any reviews on this but it looks like a decent product and I love the rubber bumpers, top storage, and air filter setup. These seem near ideal for low demand van life or short duration construction use on the daily. It’d be great if...

This may be Interesting to you if you live in CA or are in the solar industry. State Rebates on batteries? Yes please! https://www.pv-magazine.com/2024/02/16/california-introduces-bill-to-assess-rooftop-solar-net-metering/

Happened accross this battery, which I really like the form factor, display, and outlets. Something I haven’t seen yet, I like the idea. They blew it with no high or low temp protection indicated, and no bluetooth. 24 and 48v versions as well...

I know it’s not exactly a DIY thing, but still may be of interest to some. I did a search and didn’t find anything on this so since I ran accross this today, thought I would post it: TESLA POWERWALL 3 info Built in Inverter…...

Interesting, hope it turns out to be all they’re saying… 30 yr lifespan… Seems like they may be taking some marketing liberty comparing lifespan of existing Lithium chemistry batteries, insinuating they are shot in 6 to 8 years vs just lower yield. Marketingspeak...

Looks like the first batch if AC200 Max units shipped Sept 24. See red print in screenshot below. Mine should be in that batch, hoping it arrives this week and all is good!

I cannot seem to find a 12V / 3000W ALL IN ONE inverter anywhere. Why is that? 24v or 48v sure Growatt and MP but no 12v? And are those ok for RV use? This would be for my Sprinter van. If you know of any please let me know. Thanks

Maybe this is an odd or dumb question but I’m wondering if LifePO4 batteries slowly “warm up” when connected to solar panels at the beginning of the day? My use case here is I have a Bluetti AC200MAX connected to a used 315w solar panel I picked up cheap. it works great and I’ve actually seen it...

Well, this is certainly not necessarily in the DIY spectrum for everyone but it’s interesting nonetheless. https://www.thecooldown.com/green-tech/solar-kerosene-kerb-solar-air-plane/ And yes, I realize that this may never actually happen on any kind of scale to make a real difference but it’s...

I don’t seem to find specs on if the ac200max has low and high temp charge/discharge protection, and if so what parameters. The manual shows charge and discharge temps, but I do not find any specific mention of protections.

New AC500 and B301 New Sodium Ion units NA300 and B480 (very interesting!) and a new entry level unit, the EB3A https://www.bluettipower.com/pages/ces-2022 I really wish they would make the AC500 and B301 a secure stacking unit (able to be stacked and locked together).

Hello, I’m no electrical expert and hope to get some feedback re the SOK 206ah batteries I’ve been considering for my sprinter van. These comments were sent to me by someone much more knowledgeable than me, any comments? It's a 200 AH battery with a 40 amp recommended charge limit. That's...

Saw this Dyness battery and also the SAGA Aerospace type Mil Spec wiring connector at the Adventure Van Expo in Ogden UT yesterday. Not inexpensive, about double what most server rack batteries cost for some reason. Good luck with that. Battery is self heating off of a charge source which...

This can’t be legit or am I missing something? Weight: 61 lbs (27.6Kg). Size Dimensions: L 13.5 in (343mm) x W 7.25in (184mm) x H 9.75 in (247mm) Voltage: 12.8V Energy: 4,403 Watts (Wh) Amp-Hours: 344Ah Charge Volts: 14.6v Continous Amps: 150A max...

Why do I not see these beautiful modern looking 300lb beasts on anyone’s battery posts? https://shopsolarkits.com/products/white-rhino-powerwall or these… https://bigbattery.com/products/48v-condor-elite-2-lifepo4-462ah-23-6kwh/

500wh/kg or 1300wh/litre Silicone anode 0 to 80% charge in 10 minutes. https://amprius.com/ If it requires cobalt in it that may be a deal killer for some. And I wonder what the real world cycle life is.

Interesting https://spectrum.ieee.org/amp/grid-scale-battery-storage-nickel-hydrogen-2665718559

Happened upon this yesterday. Where are these in 12v/3000w /120ac for vans and rv’s? https://www.victronenergy.com/inverters-chargers/easysolar

Interesting

https://www.pv-magazine.com/2023/11/10/researchers-shed-light-on-mysterious-higher-energy-yields-in-vertical-pv-systems/

I know they exist but I find very little info on readily available adhesive film solar panels. I believe some may have been developed for Military applications. Was thinking I had seen a Will Prowse youtube featuring one that could even be trimmed and still function well, can’t find the video...

Ran across this earlier. Not for me, I’d have concerns about the company. But interesting. Like one of the comments says, not horrible. $3000 for a 5.12kwh all in one isn’t horrible, if it works well and holds up. At 120lbs, it’s a beast… but so is a server rack battery. Prices are all over...

Hello, Looking for (2) rigid 120watt or greater 12V panels that are ??45 to 46“ max x 22 to 26” max.?? I’ve searched amazon but if they’re there I’m missing them. ????NOTE: I’m NOT looking for any other dimensions, they won’t work for my setup and I dont want overhang etc. I am trying to...

Haven’t run accross any tests on this yet, but given the Bluetti marketing proclivity of over simplifying what it takes and how much energy it takes to power a house I have some doubts. Notice a lack of any cables visible on the marketing propaganda video or pics. And lol on their customer...

Though I despise the use of the term “Solar Generator” here’s a power unit some may find interesting: https://dakotalithium.com/product/powerbox-135-waterproof-solar-generator-12v-135ah-dl-1000cca-battery-included/

I use my Bluetti AC200Max around the house on a regular basis. Induction cooktop, fans, washer, dryer, corded tools, and occasionally the microwave, toaster, and coffee maker, Charging it with a few solar panels, I absolutely love using free energy. Item 1) Today I plugged in a 120vac tower...

I’ve been considering the EG4 3K inverter, but wondering about its parasitic consumption rate and noise since I won’t have a huge battery bank and it may end up being relatively close to the living area of the garage/shop/adu I’m planning. I’ve also considered it for my van, so noise would be a...

Royer Batteries 320Ah Smart Heated LiFePO4 Battery in the size of a ”normal” 100ah? Seems to good to be true, same as I think about the Monster Lithium 344ah offering. Is this actually possible? And if it is, why isn’t the marketplace full of such? That much power in so little space would be a...

LiFePo4 - Catastrophic failure. Spotted on the sprinter forum today. YIKES! ? Re will it take a charge, relax… it’s a joke…

https://www.pcmag.com/news/toyota-inks-deal-to-mass-produce-solid-state-ev-batteries-with-932-mile

I was looking hard at EG4 server rack batteries but recent complaints about SS, the eg4’s, and the shipping costs has cooled me on those. I’m considering 2 to 4 of these for a power bank in my Sprinter van, eventually ending up with 10 to 12kwh or more. I’d certainly prefer cold temp cut off...