That power cord connector is a C19 and is rated for 20A since the unit is designed to draw over 1800W@120v. A normal computer power connector (C13) is only rated for up to 15A, and even that assumes the cable itself is 12awg. Many are smaller gauges and there would be a significant risk of users substituting a cord that would quickly overheat. Using an uncommon connector is definitely a valid concern though. Most people will probably have a hard time finding a C19 cable locally if needed. Maybe they could have used a NEMA 5-20P protruding inside a recess instead so people could power the unit with a heavy duty extension cord available at any hardware store? Either way, at least the power cable is replaceable. They could have molded it in like some UPS manufacturers annoyingly do.
Given the amount of current this power bank can draw during charging they would never have gotten a UL certification with a standard computer power cable. These are used in server rooms all the time,
Was about to ask the question if he'd checked against IEC 60320 C19/C20. It sure looked like a C19 to me. @saveitforparts, check Axeman (sp?) regularly, they do tend to come in every now and then in 2nd hand stores, they're often used on big iron computer servers and other stuff that like to guzzle a lot of angry pixies. Another point to find them is any store which caters to people who make computer servers. A little pricier than your vanilla C13/C14. And the usual applies with cables bought from sus sources, check if the wire resistance is up to snuff and likely copper, because these are high amperage, it may cause issues if you intend to use them all out according to spec and it isn't correct conductor cross-section area for the wire material used.
@@fiendlybrds Problem is they didn't have a choice. By the design of this unit it can draw more than what a C13 cable is rated for. What's better: burning out the cable, or using a less common cable? Once you go above a certain power level you don't have a choice. By a few extra cables and you'll be good.
Yep. Running kitchen and laundry appliances on solar is a serious issue. If/when I ever get to that point, they will be on an entirely different system from everything else. They really need their own massive solar and battery array.
Zip tie the cord. Use a zip tie that has a screw hole to fasten to screw on the device. You can also use a velcro wire strip and fasten the cord to the back.
A very nice small power bank, with the solar panel completing the package perfectly. The device produces a beautiful sine wave. It's a pity that the solar panel couldn't be tested due to the weather. The equipment is perfectly suited for hunting the Dogman.
That’s IEC C19 that you’re calling proprietary is a standard cord for high wattage applications, my UPS uses it and plenty of high wattage PC power supplies use it.
does youtube force auto translations these days? I usually ignore videos and titles that are in my language, so I almost didnt realize it was saveitforparts.
Your 'computer cords' are IEC13/14 They are rated for 15A, but you rarely see a cord rated for 15A Most are 7 amps, or less and cheap imports that don't provide a low reistance connection so they run hot. While at Microdyne I went throigh the production floor to find and replace over 10 bad cords, all of which had no brand name I prefer Belden. The first sign that a cord is crap is that the prongs are solid, stamped instead of split, sping . That 'proprietary cord is intended to prevent electrical fires. You need to display multiple cycles on an old, non triggered scope like that, to see the actual waveform. Three to five is a good choice. Is there storage for the solar panels? Can you store the cord in it?
Thanks for this great video. I was looking into getting a power bank of that sort, and you have given me some good information as to what to look for. I still can't believe that companies are still making new products with bespoke power charging inputs. Thanks for the great videos you make. Have a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. From Matt in the Midlands, England 🇬🇧
1kWh of power is - not a whole lot of power actually. so for the price of such a powerbank one could simply buy a 2KWh generator, which in my country costs about 300-350 eur (so similar to this thingy).
You can buy all the parts and build your own in a portable toolbox. Its not a generator, its a battery with a sine wave inverter that takes dc power from solar panels, stores it in a battery and then uses that stored energy to power a dc inverter. It doesn't generate power like a gasoline generator. It rather collects dc from solar panels and then converts it to ac to power alternating current items.
@@kd5inm i am aware lol they are called solar generators though they use solar panels to generate energy then store it and they cost just as much to make its the price of the cells, and i would rather know its made professionally and is safe and has a warranty
What is the comparison to a UPS ? The APC Smart UPS hooked to a 850 AH car battery is what I do. I don't know if they use lithium batteries in these units I am shocked how light the 16650 3.7 volt batteries are and how long they last. I have the 8 AH ones and I have had the batteries in the little cree flashlight and it has been a year and it still is working. If they use lithium batteries in these, that would make sense. I am not sure why APC or TrippLite doesn't use lithium batteries I have not tried hooking up a bunch of 3.7 volt batteries chained together. The 10 AH 18650 ones, 3 in series would give 12 volts and 30 AH 9 would give 90AH 54 would give 540 AH I wonder if they make 12 volt lithium car batteries The standard lead car battery runs my CPAP machine for 3 days through the APC Smart UPS I have my TV and cable box and CPAP machine and other bedroom stuff all plugged in the APC. The power goes out maybe once a month for a few seconds. I hear the relays click on in the APC units and they click back to line power within 30 seconds or less It is good to know I have them
That power cord connector is a C19 and is rated for 20A since the unit is designed to draw over 1800W@120v. A normal computer power connector (C13) is only rated for up to 15A, and even that assumes the cable itself is 12awg. Many are smaller gauges and there would be a significant risk of users substituting a cord that would quickly overheat. Using an uncommon connector is definitely a valid concern though. Most people will probably have a hard time finding a C19 cable locally if needed. Maybe they could have used a NEMA 5-20P protruding inside a recess instead so people could power the unit with a heavy duty extension cord available at any hardware store? Either way, at least the power cable is replaceable. They could have molded it in like some UPS manufacturers annoyingly do.
Given the amount of current this power bank can draw during charging they would never have gotten a UL certification with a standard computer power cable. These are used in server rooms all the time,
Was about to ask the question if he'd checked against IEC 60320 C19/C20. It sure looked like a C19 to me.
@saveitforparts, check Axeman (sp?) regularly, they do tend to come in every now and then in 2nd hand stores, they're often used on big iron computer servers and other stuff that like to guzzle a lot of angry pixies.
Another point to find them is any store which caters to people who make computer servers. A little pricier than your vanilla C13/C14.
And the usual applies with cables bought from sus sources, check if the wire resistance is up to snuff and likely copper, because these are high amperage, it may cause issues if you intend to use them all out according to spec and it isn't correct conductor cross-section area for the wire material used.
It is not proprietary. It is standard hi-power IEC C19 cord
Yep. I think the old Power Mac G5 used to use that connector for its power supply.
But still not as standard as a normal one. Maybe standard in a datacenter, yes, not at home
@@fiendlybrds Problem is they didn't have a choice. By the design of this unit it can draw more than what a C13 cable is rated for. What's better: burning out the cable, or using a less common cable?
Once you go above a certain power level you don't have a choice. By a few extra cables and you'll be good.
Gabe, where did you get them shelves behind you? Ikea? do you like them?
Must have missed a video when you set up the shelves and display behind you. Loving it.
Nice overview video, does the app still work in flight mode with Bluetooth on, or does always require access to the internet? God bless.
You should tell us how much current it draws from the wall? How many kW-hr? I saw on the front panel 2kW output. That's good.
Oooh I don't have that brand yet...
Really nice office space!
Yep. Running kitchen and laundry appliances on solar is a serious issue. If/when I ever get to that point, they will be on an entirely different system from everything else. They really need their own massive solar and battery array.
Zip tie the cord. Use a zip tie that has a screw hole to fasten to screw on the device. You can also use a velcro wire strip and fasten the cord to the back.
A very nice small power bank, with the solar panel completing the package perfectly. The device produces a beautiful sine wave. It's a pity that the solar panel couldn't be tested due to the weather. The equipment is perfectly suited for hunting the Dogman.
That’s IEC C19 that you’re calling proprietary is a standard cord for high wattage applications, my UPS uses it and plenty of high wattage PC power supplies use it.
Must be outside looking at the beautiful sky this morning to be posting so early! Great job.
does youtube force auto translations these days? I usually ignore videos and titles that are in my language, so I almost didnt realize it was saveitforparts.
Itś not proprietary cable. It is actually computer power cord. just for 20A
Oh, nice set! Thank you for the great videos as usual!
Your 'computer cords' are IEC13/14 They are rated for 15A, but you rarely see a cord rated for 15A Most are 7 amps, or less and cheap imports that don't provide a low reistance connection so they run hot.
While at Microdyne I went throigh the production floor to find and replace over 10 bad cords, all of which had no brand name I prefer Belden.
The first sign that a cord is crap is that the prongs are solid, stamped instead of split, sping . That 'proprietary cord is intended to prevent electrical fires.
You need to display multiple cycles on an old, non triggered scope like that, to see the actual waveform. Three to five is a good choice.
Is there storage for the solar panels? Can you store the cord in it?
a rule of thumb that i have especially with radios is to top off the battery every 6 months
More information needed… Please explain what the inside of a weird Chinese factory smells like, I’m intrigued.
Thanks for this great video. I was looking into getting a power bank of that sort, and you have given me some good information as to what to look for. I still can't believe that companies are still making new products with bespoke power charging inputs. Thanks for the great videos you make. Have a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. From Matt in the Midlands, England 🇬🇧
Cool new video set!
Next Gabe needs this charge controller and a wrecked EV at Sandland, charged over the week with solar to power his radios.
branding and IP is such a challenge to these new value electronic companies . gabe is on it .
Great Review!
I just got a 100AH deep cycle from walmart. Laptop hooked to a 12v to 19.5 power "buck" thinky. Could probably run 100w laptop for a day or two.
Awesome review.
1kWh of power is - not a whole lot of power actually. so for the price of such a powerbank one could simply buy a 2KWh generator, which in my country costs about 300-350 eur (so similar to this thingy).
Good review. Now use it to power a satellite tracker lol 😂
They don't want you burning your house down trying to charge it with a low-current rooty-poot AXEMAN extension cord. 😆👍
6:22 sunset solar
That's a very neat unit!
Im more interested in the signal generator top right hand....😊
hoping the price of solar generators goes down at some point could do with one for extended fishing trips but they are way too expensive
You can buy all the parts and build your own in a portable toolbox. Its not a generator, its a battery with a sine wave inverter that takes dc power from solar panels, stores it in a battery and then uses that stored energy to power a dc inverter. It doesn't generate power like a gasoline generator. It rather collects dc from solar panels and then converts it to ac to power alternating current items.
@@kd5inm i am aware lol they are called solar generators though they use solar panels to generate energy then store it and they cost just as much to make its the price of the cells, and i would rather know its made professionally and is safe and has a warranty
i was just looking for a power bank a few days ago, and i just see this video :D!
Those shelves are cool, I don't know what it's called 👍
Those covers look like they're for the top of the UPS, watching the whole video I'm not sure now
Awesome review 👍 thank you 👍 I think i might buy one 🙂
Pretty cool! Thanks for the review!
And thanks, Oupes, for letting him review it 😜🍷
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good video
Good morning
What is the comparison to a UPS ?
The APC Smart UPS hooked to a 850 AH car battery is what I do.
I don't know if they use lithium batteries in these units
I am shocked how light the 16650 3.7 volt batteries are and how long they last.
I have the 8 AH ones and I have had the batteries in the little cree flashlight and it has been a year and it still is working.
If they use lithium batteries in these, that would make sense.
I am not sure why APC or TrippLite doesn't use lithium batteries
I have not tried hooking up a bunch of 3.7 volt batteries chained together.
The 10 AH 18650 ones, 3 in series would give 12 volts and 30 AH
9 would give 90AH
54 would give 540 AH
I wonder if they make 12 volt lithium car batteries
The standard lead car battery runs my CPAP machine for 3 days through the APC Smart UPS
I have my TV and cable box and CPAP machine and other bedroom stuff all plugged in the APC.
The power goes out maybe once a month for a few seconds.
I hear the relays click on in the APC units and they click back to line power within 30 seconds or less
It is good to know I have them
crap company stay away
Not a huge fan of mc4 to anderson.
Спасибо за хороший контент!🙂
My power didn't fail and I live in Texas. Only parts of Texas were without power, not all of it was down.
Suddenly it's "Not all Texans"
hey it's the bitcoin hater!
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