My off grid EcoFlow powered office! And the new Alternator Generator!
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For everyone suggesting I just dig a trench from my house and run power to the office…
We live on a solid rock. That’s the reason our property is elevated 30’ higher than everything else around here. Trenching here is incredibly expensive and requires big equipment that doesn’t make sense to bring in just for one simple trench. It’s so hard to dig here that the only underground utilities on our property are the water line from our well, to the cistern, and then to our house, and then one single outdoor faucet. We don’t even have water lines to our lawn, and I have to run a hose across the driveway from the well house to water it.
Then we have our septic line, which has to run all the way down the hill to the lower corner of our property because they had to get down off the rock to be able to put a septic field in.
So a solar setup is the only real logical option for power in my office.
Are you on a lava flow?
Just borrow the D10 with the ripper from IronKing LOL
Wireless power! 🤣🤣🤣 j/k
Bluetooth lol
@@mijour Powertooth LOL
Get it right Casey, it's not your new office, it's Rusty's new office, he'll just let you use it!!, at least now when you get sent to the dog house, Rusty has a room that will accommodate you, and I'm sure he wouldn't mind if you brought Riley along for the evening!! Dont forget to thank that beautiful wife of yours for her hard work, Cheers Casey & family!! From Saint John, New Brunswick Canada
Only problem with that is Rusty needs his own door...
@@katreniaclark totally forgot about Rusty's private entrance and exit!! How foolish of me🫢
Cool, I’m in kv…
Dip sh*t
Come on quit being picky. Sheesh
You know you could talk just about anything Casey and I would love watching it. I am 71 years old. I’m a female. I’m absolutely hooked on your channel. You’re such a great guy. You’ve got a great personality. You just drop people in
Really your wife just wanted you to have a (nicer than most men’s) dog house to go to when you get on her nerves 😂 looks good 👍
I really don't know how you do it!
You speak without hesitation, no ums, no ers, no breaks, and it's great!
Well done.
And as for your quip when the truck battery box opened - you're a real pro!
Before Cascade Heavy Rescue Casey was the ShamWow infomercial guy😅
A man of many talents brought to you by someone that says ... " I never said I was good at this!"
*goldsmith / master jeweler, Photovoltaic / Solar Thermal Technician here*
that DIY jumper cable is how i've been telling folks how to connect an inverter to your car battery and have electricity during emergency blackouts (must have a full tank of gas and will run for approx 72 hours) that propane ecoflow generator is sweet. *you're a man after my own heart*
edit: Bruh, she kicked you out of da house HAHAHAHAHA she's a keeper
It is wonderful that Cascade Heavy Rescue now has a world headquarters and a great mascot in Rusty. Everything you described is a great set up.
Cascade Heavy Rescue ready for world dominance! Vote Casey for president!
If she puts up a mailbox for the office,that could be a sign!
If you want to go the extra step, you can hard mount Anderson connectors to the trucks and run cables to the batteries. That way you don't have to worry about alligator clamps slipping or failing. You can still move the box, but connections are a little easier.
That bed is actually Casey's,
Rusty's bed is much bigger and still in the house😁
Now you have a place to hang that fabulous sign that was made for you 😮😮😮😊!
You just invented tiny house whole electric system. I had no idea ecoflow was that good & easy to use . Thanks for your videos
Wow, good timing, I'm in the process of fitting out a van and it looks like Ecoflow has all the things I need all figured out and would be simple plug and play, rather than me trying to build my own system.
Lats just hope Rusty shares the bed! 😊
At least the truck didn’t say feed me when the battery box opened…..lol
Classic indeed.
You don't have to be worried about being moved out until you find a cot has been installed !!!
Yeh.
I'm with the "outta my house wife' version.
More fun that way.
But wait! There's more!
I like this infomercial lol.
@EdisonMotors is going thr right direction.
This feels like a Dave Sparks video...😂😂😂
😂
Somewhat so, But at least the next 5 videos are not going to be just another ad for the next company in the line.
That's the snazziest doghouse I've seen in a while. Good job!
Just made my order! Thanks for saving me some money!
First time I ever watched you. I was checking out your ecoflow setup. I love it. I want for my rv. You have e so many things. You talk so fast and no hesitation. I’m not sure what you UA-cam about on other days. But I enjoyed this. Thanks
Got a chuckle seeing the Topsy hoodie, I was wearing my Edison hoodie while watching.
Great video!
1) Keep those DC cables as short as possible to reduce voltage drop (loss). Shorter = less loss. Keep your solar and generator as close to the Ecoflow as possible.
2) Solar: Shed's higher angle roof is better. The further from the equator you go, the higher angle the sun hits the earth. Flat would be perfect on the equator. At almost 45 degrees north, higher angles are better. In Alaska panels are almost vertical!
Too bad the roofs are angles east/west!
@@CaseyLaDelle That is a giant bummer. All the more reason to want that extra slope: to make better use of the morning/evening sun when it's lower in the sky!
@@CaseyLaDelle no, that's a really good thing!
I (among other things) design large solar installations for a living and east/west systems are often my preferred solution.
Per panel, over a year the east/west generates slightly less. However you can fit a lot more on the roof (you're using two sides instead of one) and it spreads the generation throughout the day better.
The big caveat is that you need two separate inputs, one for each side of the roof.
If you don't have that, then just pick whichever side is more south, or whatever side is more likely to have sun when you're using the building and don't lose too much sleep over it not being perfectly south.
I can do some calculations for you if you like, but generally just compensating for a non ideal orientation by shoving more panels at the issue is the best way.
Be wary of connecting too many in series, on a cold day when the panels are producing their maximum voltage your can run in to issues with the maximum input voltage of the controller.
@@tomcardale5596 I was wondering if the bifacial (two-sided) solar panel set up facing east-west would produce more power over a year's time.
@@jeannig7565 set up vertically along the roof ridge?
I've never actually done that or modelled it but my gut feeling is yes.
However you'd need some pretty strong mounts!
There are people using them as fences they're so cheap.
Oh my! What an excellent video. It's as good as the one of your family vacation. Seeing you in a non-rescue setting enables us to appreciate you and your supportive family more. I would put this video as # 2 and the vacation as # 1. Your interaction with Riley is precious. And the love and respect shown by your wife is second to none.
Now on this video your enthusiasm shows you are totally happy with the product and inspires me to research that product. I have been looking into solar options for camping/traveling/day trips. Thanks for sharing this corner of your life.
I can't believe I got her early enough tp post reply # 14! 273,00+ subscribers means you are posting content of interest!
Let's face it..... This is Casey's DOG HOUSE... This is where Casey will be when he's in trouble...lol
@9:57.. "There heeerre" You got ghosts lol
Nice office! I have EcoFlow too, awesome products. Love your channel 😎
Now you have the PERFECT Office wall to hang Troy’s gift to you! Very cool tour of EcoFlow!
Love Rusty! He is a good family dog and an excellent companion.
Oops! I didn't read the comments before posting my comment 😮! At least we agreed on where the sign should be hung😊!
WAIT-AH-MINUTE.💡hmmm...a solar powered tracked wheelchair ♿️ for Bruce Cook...!!!!
The Anderson Power connectors that came in the Hobo Freight jumper kit can be used to pre-wire into all of your vehicle's batteries. Then just use a buddy start cable to connect up without fumbling with jumper clamps.
I've been watching you for so long as I keep seeing your reviews of new Ecoflow products these guys are just MILES ahead of everyone else. They are revolutionizing how we power our recreation, business and general home life.
Once I get to a point where I build up my off-road vehicle and emergency proof my home, there's only one name that will come to mind. I'm sure they will have expanded their range of products AGAIN by then.
You should become their outdoor life spokesmen. You really do an excellent job of showcasing the versatility of their products. Solar powered boat ride anyone? 😁
All they are is a box withe a cheap ass battery and a little inverter in them , I have made my own set up at half the cost what they sell for here in Canada ,
@@dmc2087 You should really take the time to actually watch the video then as there is a lot more going on here than just hardware. With the software and modular design it makes this a great product line compared to something you can just bodge up in your garage. Not that your solution does not work, it just does not do the same things without the software. Like, can you make your genny turn on/off when you need it automatically to recharge you battery box? 😁
Incoming Winnebago camper.
Those anderson style connectors work well. I put them on jumper cables, and my small winch, and my trolling motor and the battery charger. I may put some permanent cables wired to my tractor and car to easily plug into the anderson connectors.
Either building will take enough solar panels to run everything. And larger 300 watt panels are getting cheaper. I bought an extra slide mount for my e-bike battery and made a cable with mc-4 connectors to plug it into my power station solar input so the e-bike battery can give me additional run time during a power outage.
I would consider building a small weather-proof shed outside to house these batteries in and running heavier gauge USB through the wall to the inside. While they are LiFePO4 which don't have the same thermal runaway risk at Lithium Ion batteries do that risk isn't zero, and EcoFlow has had a few incidents (I'll let you google those stories). Would hate for this to have a thermal event overnight that far away from the house where you wouldn't know something happened until it was too late and your new office and adjacent storage area were engulfed in flames.
That was a great Ecoflow review and set up Casey. Thanks for keeping it 100% Real. I love my Ecoflow units I purchased thanks to your camping review you did awhile back.
Thanks Casey LaDelle..great company Ecoflow
Great video, Casey! I own an Ecoflow Delta Max with extra battery, and a Delta Pro. Each has it's own dedicated solar array and manual transfer switch. I love Ecoflow products, and I didn't even know about the alternator charger. I like your new dog house/office!
Great video, learned some things as usual, thank you. Spotting an attentive Rusty orbiting you in the background may be my new favorite Highlights game.
You thought the bed was for Rusty 😂
I’m sure there will be people who will fuss about this video being an ad for Ecoflow, but I appreciate the time you took to give us all that info about the various ways the products could be used together. The products are outside my budget right now, but if I needed a product like that, I would give Ecoflow a hard look since they have put a lot of thought into developing a system that interconnects. When I saw that connector you put on the jumper cables, I wondered if you planned to hardwire a pigtail on all your vehicles so you could quickly move that unit around without needing to connect to battery with clamps.
Super new technology, extension cord. Try it out.
Topsy sweatshirt while talkjng ecoflow. Excellent!
It wasn’t even cold outside, but I felt that sweatshirt was a perfect fit for this video
I really appreciate all the honest feedback and options applicable to many different applications Casey, shared to our OTR trucker, my FIL who manages our off grid hunting cabin, and other overlanders we connect and adventure with! I love your transparency and how informative your videos are from off-grid tips to towing (from a former tow-op myself). Thank you for your service and stay safe brother.
This all works if the LiFePo4 is between 32F and 113F. So guess I need a diesel, propane, electric, wood fired heater to warm it in winter or turning AC on before trying this system depending which extreme of temp is seen. So note to self. Have charged up before turning off Heater or AC unit so that heater or AC can be ran to recharge the power station.
Great video i was wondering about this ECOFLOW SYSTEM and i think your've answered all my questions! Geez This thing going to be a BOSS! I just hope that ECO FLOW does one thing, makes them EMP proof and I am sold on everything! :)
Awesome video Casey! 🤙🏽
I'm sorry, I should know better by now! You always end up answering my questions later in your video!😂
Normally I don't like full videos that are nothing but a large advertisement. But as an over-the-road truck driver I absolutely love the product that your featuring and looks like it would be a wonderful addition to the next truck that I get, which will be happening very soon. Thank you for your product testing and your knowledge. Casey, you don't give yourself enough credit most of the time.
Salut Casey!!
Good morning Casey I think she wanted you to have your own office and she wanted to get your stuff out of the house.
Your lovely wife is an amazing lady
Good For Your Mom
Lots of cool toys Casey, Ecoflow definitely has some very cool features and options. Now to get that amazing sign from Troy mounted up. Have a great weekend man .
I'm glad you got the backhoe so now you can run a cable to the house like a normal person.
Nope. That backhoe has zero chance of being able to dig a trench to the house
Casey, you should go into sales or lecturing. You have a good way of explaining things.
Rusty needs a dog door for his new office. Maybe an attached dog house with a direct access door inside?
It happened to us with a cat door, opened the door to the garage and Flower the skunk was there. Racoons and squirrels love them doggy doors.
@@scuss2 gotta get them microchip collars that unlock the doggy door my man
Good morning Casey
Casey giving silent shout outs to fellow you tubers like iron Mike sharp and the edison boys . Really nice job on the video casey well done.
Give up TOWING go into being an ELECTRICAN you are a man of many talents. SOLAR POWER expert i would think
You have the power in your hands CASEY Well done my good man
This is a Ecoflow add!
Correct
I know on the Honda generators, you want a piece of wood or metal under them since they suck in the engine and cooling air through the bottom. Running them sitting on dirt or gravel gets them really dirty inside. Not sure if the eco flow is the same way, but I’m sure you want to keep that generator in as best condition as possible.
I would add a propane heater to your office. I like the more expensive and heavier window blinds. I like your office set up.
you geek out so much- be it in slow motion and in english ! very awesome ! I'm looking forward to seeing offgrid office 2.0 and 2.1 etc ! :)
Digging the office. I'd so put some shelves in. Thanks for the video
The generator needs some concrete blocks underneath and needs covering from the elements .🤨😉
Hey, nice to see you're supporting Edison Motors with that Topsy sweatshirt. I think those guys are just great and hope they succeed with their "fight" with Canadian government.
Casey: Anderson connectors on all your vehicles connected directly to the battery with large gauge cables, you can connect the Ecoflow directly as well as have a connection for jumping other people's vehicles.
I also have Ecoflow products. So now I'm off to buy a longer Smart cord.
That was the longest one I could find. I would love to have a 50 footer so that I could keep the generator away in the shed
@@CaseyLaDelle I just bought the long cable. At this time they only offer a 1 & 5 meter cable. Maybe Ecoflow will make a longer one or a connector to join 2 or more cables together.
I have the 1300 and love it, now because of you, I just ordered the Delta 2, alternator generator and solar panel to mount in my Jeep Gladiator... Thanks for the extra code to , saved almost as much as the government took in taxes!!!! LOL....Thanks Casey
OMG, kicks you out of the house little by little, somehow, I can relate to that, lol
EcoFlow is the way to go! I purchased my first set-up based on your Videos. They are always innovating and running promotions that benefit their customers. Even when you purchase an item they give you credits that lower the cost of your next purchase.
You certainly have enough roof for solar panels. Enough to make all the 12/24v dc that you could ever use and possibly enough to make all the 110/220 for your home needs too.
Rusty The Boxer Needs more Air Time!!!!
Okay Casey! LOL you love it. And you shilled this one better than most. We get it.
Casey, you have a great wife. love Ecoflow God Bless you and yours
Yay! rusty!! rusty needs another boxer so he can box with them! We finally have 2 boxers again and the puppy is just starting to box with the other fun to watch.
thanks for the power unit update.
The big Red Connector that he spliced in is called Anderson Powerpole. 👌
That’s what I like, versatility.
Nice office Casey. Love the off grid setup you showed us. I'd like to see an ecoflow power outage setup for my home when we get bad weather. It doesn't happen to much but it would be nice to be able to run my coal stove, freezer, and charge my phone since it's usually about dead when the power goes out.
You are one lucky man, @CaseyLaDelle !!! Not only did your awesome wifeypoo provide you with your own official office and equipment storage shed, she also provided you with your very own super man cave/dog house for any time she says, "SHUT UP" and you clearly hear, "STAND UP!!!!!" This is a common issue in my own home which clearly explains the origin of the knots I proudly display on my forehead! 🤪 The only problem with this is, after 40 years of wedded bliss(ters), I seem to drool much more these days than I did when we first met... 🤣😂🤣😂🤣
If you put solar on the roof of the office it would provide shade against the sun at the same time helping against the sun 2 ways.
Rule of thumb for your solar panels is to angle them to you Latitude South, since you are Latitude North. For instance, if you are 42 degrees North, you would face your panels South, and tilt them 42 degrees. You would then be optimized to the 2 Equinoxes, and your "fuzz factor" max wold be at the 2 Solstices, but in opposite directions.
Look like a fun setup to put into an RV, but you'd have to find a way to minimize road spray coming up from below and messing with the electronics.
Thanks for sharing.
Very nice setup
Informative edu-taining video! Thanks for sharing!
Your videos are always very entertaining. Look forward to them every week.
She’s definitely trying to get you out of the house 🤣
Casey has a Man Cave! Daughter is getting older, and dad may do things he doesn't want his child to see. Way outback office, good spot.
My man Cave is all steel and I modified an Arrow Brand 10 x 10 x 6 shed. Problem I had at my old home is I was 6'-4" tall and the original door was not tall enough. So, I built 2 foot high steel stud walls and re erected the 6 foot tall shed on top to make 8 foot tall. Then installed a standard wood door. A general Contractor I was working for was throwing away a bunch of Pro Panel steel roofing scrap which I placed on the front of shed. I have a Harbour Freight 18 watt solar panel ground mounted and the control box that comes with it charges a deep cycle marine battery. The Solar panel comes with 2-12 DC fluorescent lamps on 20 feet of wire with switches to plug into the panel controller. It also has 2 power sockets and usb ports. All for $149.00 and I had a coupon for 50 bucks off. (food stamp budget, yay!). I run an 8 inch computer fan for my exhaust fan. When the sun comes up the fan spins and when the sun goes down the fan stops strictly from the solar panel. I don't hook the panel up to the battery unless it needs to be charged or to attach the battery clamps for use with the lights at night. I can charge my phone, lappy top if i had one and my setup can also power 120 volt AC too if I hooked it up to the Power inverter also from HF. My power inverter (30 amp) is on my truck to power equipment 600 feet from my home, Today it is hooked up to a group size 29 Marine battery from Auto Zone ($99.00) been using it for 10 years.
Excellent presentation. Thank you. We definitely need more of Rusty in the videos. Just saying.
Pretty nifty setup for you Casey. A bit of thought went in to the systems you have available to you. Not only off grid it's out of the "box".
Your wife is slowly kicking you out of the house😅😅😅😅
The signs are all too evident . Lol
Hey Casey, that’s very impressive. You are very and probly overknowledged in this area. I think you have done a remarkable job in explaining this setup, and having it portable is great. Thanks for all you do Mr. Ladelle.
Happy belated birthday, Casey!
Sounds like you got booted out of the house. 😂😂
Casey, it's because of you that when I get the extra money, I'll be buying ecoflow equipment. 21:36
your carpentery skills are off the chart
this would be a great oppertunity to partner with ecoflow for one of their power kits and just do that entire building lol
Looks like an awesome set up, very versatile with many applications. I love your little joke at the end.😂