Build two of these systems. Take both of them to an off-grid cabin, wired with a conventional 240 volt service panel. At the cabin, have a beefy set of bus bars with a 175-amp Anderson plug connected to it. Connect the two portable power stations to create a split-phase output that plugs into the 175-amp plug. That would be interesting to see.
12:46 cable on the AC out, the neutral AC out (white "neutral" Black cord) looks sliced and could cause a short later. I built one on a tool cart for two batteries.
Thank you for the video. I have this build and wanted to finish it off with the 12 volt options and now I see how to place it all together. Used your links on Amazon to show my appreciation, cheers.
I am getting ready to build mine and getting ideas. I like your distribution board for the 12 volt DC to DC converter with that Niligiht control panel. The usb-c with PD power and that light makes a lot of sense. If you want to charge /power USB stuff without turning on the inverter appeals to me. Thanks for sharing your build.
You can get an inverter to convert lower DC voltages to 120VAC for charging, as well as occasional charging from your generator. Using a 12VDC to 120VAC inverter isn't the most efficient way to run it, but it'll work okay without having to get a bunch of big solar panels.
@bryonmorgan5208 the problem is getting any combination of my solar panels up to the required voltage. I have plenty of generators to charge one of these but $2000 for this will fill a huge propane tank
@@ronhawkins8604 so don’t worry about solar charging, just use the 120VAC from one of your generators. It’s already designed to do that. Or, as I said above, use a 12 volt to 120 volt inverter to step up the voltage from your existing panels. Easy peasy.
@@ronhawkins8604 Hurricane Helene survivor here. In terms of off grid generators, what we ran into was that ALL kinds of fuel were not just short in supply, but there was no delivery system to get them to our generators. With ALL of WNC power out, fuel at stations couldn’t be pumped, and when they could, credit cards couldn’t be used. With propane, no way for even the lightest propane refill trucks to navigate the HEAVILY damaged roads and/or driveways. I’m personally going all directions now. Dual fuel inverter generator, multiple portable propane tanks & this portable system for maximum extension of resources. Intend to run the dual fuel just long enough to charge everything including the 48 volt battery if/when solar isn’t available.
@@butchgreeneSounds like a plan! I have stores of gas, diesel and propane and a wood furnace ducted into my home. Plus two chainsaws and over 30 acres of trees lol. I've determined that if this are really bad for longer I need about 300w per hour to keep my fridges and freezer running so with about 7kwh of battery I can go a while silently. Now charging all those will take a long damn time when with 3 chargers and 700w of dollar 😂
yeah cool, whatever to make it your own. I specifically didn't put the inverter next to the battery due to the high gauge cables and the bend radius's that would be required putting them together. Center of gravity would have gotten a little better for sure. As far as the XT60's, for sure a great idea. They handle more current then the ones I chose but I knew what the loads were going to be going into this and these serve the purpose. Also the 48 to 12v converter and breaker would all need to move up in size going that route depending on the loads intended, great idea though. Thanks for watching!
Hi, great build, I’m doing something similar as per Will Prowse. I am a little confused about the extra 120V cable you have hooked up to the AC out. You called it a charging extension I believe? What is the purpose of this, since the AC in is what will charge the battery on AC. Am I missing something?
Its funny, I was hoping to get to use it more than testing it out and we got an outage.. Delivered everything I expected out of it. Wish it was completed before the outage though so I had all the accessories done.
Just awesome! I want to build one and use it in conjunction ( or have backup)with my new Pecron E3600lfp power station which has 30amps in and out but just a 3600 watt peak inverter. I just have to figure out how! Great part of video like this is the ideas you get from the comments as well! Thank you!
Sure, just send over 1200 bucks and I'll get started on it :D Seriously though, I thought about it. I have about 1.5 inches of overhang on the blade. Without welding some extension on the hand truck I bet with some good 3M VHB tape between the covers and roll a second strap to tie it all down, it would work.
I'd love to do a short for you but that would be impossible for me. Since the video I made for you ran 6+ minutes :). I have placed a link in this videos description and here it is for you directly. Thank you for your interest in my project. I am always happy to help when I can. ua-cam.com/video/ULBXipo7FPk/v-deo.html
I would never shorten the battery cables,just coil them. If you ever need to use other or larger batteries, you could easily disconnect and reach them. Unless the battery has additional lugs to attach to.
Nice build and thorough video. I would have been tempted to use the male end of the 10/3 cord (probably with a 30A plug on it - see below) you used for inverter out power for the AC power in. If memory serves, that EG4 is capable of 60A DC for charging your 48V battery. That's approximately 3000W which would be about 25A @ 120V AC and you'd need a 30A circuit and appropriate plug/extension wouldn't you? Let me know what you think.
@@bradseward8342 thank you for your response. I'm trying to figure out whether or not this system is going to be the best solution for me. I'm a bit concerned with not being able to update the firmware and such with not having a laptop. Are you able to do the updates using your phone?
I'm in the process of building this, but have run into a problem, that I was hoping to see in your video. When I plug in the AC cable to charge the battery, the GFCI I plug it into trips. Have you had this issue?
I don't plug it into a GFC outlet. Just a normal one. If you trip a breaker using a normal one also, then you have the charge controller set to high and pulling more than the circuit allows. I had to lower mine to stay within the 15 amps on that circuit than what was set in there when I got it.
I'm clueless to 48v stuff and was just wondering what you can run with that strip you mounted on the top. ( laptop, coffee maker, air fryer, induction cook top.... etc ). Hope it's not too stupid of a question. Love the set up.
@@cmgtafan all of those things are doable. The inverter is 3000 watts continuous so what ever fits in that range. Part 3 will be out in a couple weeks. Because why not add another battery to the mix :)
@@stresstestedthanks for the response. you read my mind. I think that set up with 2 batteries would definitely be something i could use. Now subscribed 👍.
My cost will be different than yours will be. I purchased both the two big parts while they were on sale AND had free shipping from signature solar. All of the parts are listed in the video description if you want to check it out and see what the current costs are. I believe the all in one and the battery are currently on sale there.
Just to add, if the batteries you are looking at are 12v. This has four times the capacity. Likewise, if you are looking at a 24v battery, this has twice the capacity.
@@MichaelP-ns you stick to the looks, I'll stick to the utility. The ecoflow's are fine machines but for the less money you are getting so much more here.
@@stresstested Hey, I'm all about utility over looks, but I priced out your build to be ~2000 not including the tools you listed (or the hand truck) - that's not enough of a savings to justify that monstrosity lol. Don't get me wrong, it's cool AF, if you already have the bits lyin around - but no way are you getting 'so much more' than any of the current power stations out there for that price
Ecoflow stuff is great if you're not wanting the ability to add/expand anything as well as being a LOT more compact. The upside to his build is he can expand/add, he can also repair it himself by swapping out parts if something goes south pretty quickly and being proud of something he's done himself. See Will Prowse's comparison to this setup vs an EcoFlow, he does a great job explaining the benefits of both.
@@logun1970 i'm not tryna pimp ecoflow's stuff - just sayin all of the newer power stations from most manufacturers have all that already, AND the ability to expand. I mean, let's be real, he aint shovin another battery on that hand truck lol, so not a lot more to 'add'. And again, I ain't throwin shade - I'm all about "just 'cuz I can" stuff (you should see my generator shed), but it's gotta make sense (IE: I'm cheap so it's jank). Knock a grand off that build sheet and I'm in. Still a cool build to be sure.
@@MichaelP-ns delto pro is $2400, and has 3600Wh compared to his 5100Wh. Delto Pro charges can only handle 1600W Max, 11-150V, 15A Max on solar charge, but through testing you can really only expect closer to 1400w solar capacity. the eg4 is 500 VDC Max Input max at 80amps. If you are going to power your kids soccer game lights at night or go camping i would agree the ecoflow and similar units are much more practical. if you want more serviceability and higher capacity then this is a better option for a cabin or house, then diy is cheaper..
Build two of these systems. Take both of them to an off-grid cabin, wired with a conventional 240 volt service panel. At the cabin, have a beefy set of bus bars with a 175-amp Anderson plug connected to it. Connect the two portable power stations to create a split-phase output that plugs into the 175-amp plug. That would be interesting to see.
12:46 cable on the AC out, the neutral AC out (white "neutral" Black cord) looks sliced and could cause a short later.
I built one on a tool cart for two batteries.
Thank you for the video. I have this build and wanted to finish it off with the 12 volt options and now I see how to place it all together. Used your links on Amazon to show my appreciation, cheers.
Outstanding thank you very much and I am glad this helped you out.
I am getting ready to build mine and getting ideas. I like your distribution board for the 12 volt DC to DC converter with that Niligiht control panel. The usb-c with PD power and that light makes a lot of sense. If you want to charge /power USB stuff without turning on the inverter appeals to me. Thanks for sharing your build.
Great setup. Watched this and the second video you made for it. Thank you for the ideas!
Awesome build! Might I recommend, a locking brace in back to keep dolly upright and a headrest with a tv lol
@@sour_grapes4280 Hmmm this might have to get done :)
LOVE this setup! Thanks for sharing.
This is super cool!! Best one I have seen!
Nice build, well thought out, I'm saving up to get mine started.
Outstanding, good luck with the build. Makes me happy this might have helped you out in a small way.
@@stresstested Absolutely, may have to get some advice...
I love this and would probably do the same but I'm unwilling to put up that many solar panels to meet the PV voltage requirements. Wish it allowed
You can get an inverter to convert lower DC voltages to 120VAC for charging, as well as occasional charging from your generator. Using a 12VDC to 120VAC inverter isn't the most efficient way to run it, but it'll work okay without having to get a bunch of big solar panels.
@bryonmorgan5208 the problem is getting any combination of my solar panels up to the required voltage. I have plenty of generators to charge one of these but $2000 for this will fill a huge propane tank
@@ronhawkins8604 so don’t worry about solar charging, just use the 120VAC from one of your generators. It’s already designed to do that. Or, as I said above, use a 12 volt to 120 volt inverter to step up the voltage from your existing panels. Easy peasy.
@@ronhawkins8604 Hurricane Helene survivor here. In terms of off grid generators, what we ran into was that ALL kinds of fuel were not just short in supply, but there was no delivery system to get them to our generators. With ALL of WNC power out, fuel at stations couldn’t be pumped, and when they could, credit cards couldn’t be used. With propane, no way for even the lightest propane refill trucks to navigate the HEAVILY damaged roads and/or driveways. I’m personally going all directions now. Dual fuel inverter generator, multiple portable propane tanks & this portable system for maximum extension of resources. Intend to run the dual fuel just long enough to charge everything including the 48 volt battery if/when solar isn’t available.
@@butchgreeneSounds like a plan! I have stores of gas, diesel and propane and a wood furnace ducted into my home. Plus two chainsaws and over 30 acres of trees lol. I've determined that if this are really bad for longer I need about 300w per hour to keep my fridges and freezer running so with about 7kwh of battery I can go a while silently. Now charging all those will take a long damn time when with 3 chargers and 700w of dollar 😂
Cool. Maybe put the board with switches on the top and the EG4 lower. Some prefer XT60 for the dc connectors.
yeah cool, whatever to make it your own. I specifically didn't put the inverter next to the battery due to the high gauge cables and the bend radius's that would be required putting them together. Center of gravity would have gotten a little better for sure. As far as the XT60's, for sure a great idea. They handle more current then the ones I chose but I knew what the loads were going to be going into this and these serve the purpose. Also the 48 to 12v converter and breaker would all need to move up in size going that route depending on the loads intended, great idea though. Thanks for watching!
Please fix the cut insulation on the neutral @13:34
good eye. Wait for part 3
Awesome!!
I like the 12v breaker and outlets and switches
Smart light on top
Could you build two of these mobile systems and configure them to run a 240v service panel?
Hi, great build, I’m doing something similar as per Will Prowse. I am a little confused about the extra 120V cable you have hooked up to the AC out. You called it a charging extension I believe? What is the purpose of this, since the AC in is what will charge the battery on AC. Am I missing something?
Beautiful Work!
Thank you! Cheers!
Just finished mine , minus the hooks and floor mat. Used the EG4 LL battery instead.
Its funny, I was hoping to get to use it more than testing it out and we got an outage.. Delivered everything I expected out of it. Wish it was completed before the outage though so I had all the accessories done.
Just awesome! I want to build one and use it in conjunction ( or have backup)with my new Pecron E3600lfp power station which has 30amps in and out but just a 3600 watt peak inverter. I just have to figure out how! Great part of video like this is the ideas you get from the comments as well! Thank you!
It's beautiful
Nice build‼️ Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
Loved the video. Could you do what no one else has done het and sqeeze another battery on there?
Sure, just send over 1200 bucks and I'll get started on it :D Seriously though, I thought about it. I have about 1.5 inches of overhang on the blade. Without welding some extension on the hand truck I bet with some good 3M VHB tape between the covers and roll a second strap to tie it all down, it would work.
Ordered it... :D Give me a couple weeks for part3
Can you do a short on how you put it all together wire wise on the back? Not to good in that department. Thanks
I'd love to do a short for you but that would be impossible for me. Since the video I made for you ran 6+ minutes :). I have placed a link in this videos description and here it is for you directly. Thank you for your interest in my project. I am always happy to help when I can.
ua-cam.com/video/ULBXipo7FPk/v-deo.html
That 2nd video link was priceless!
I would never shorten the battery cables,just coil them. If you ever need to use other or larger batteries, you could easily disconnect and reach them. Unless the battery has additional lugs to attach to.
Great mods.
Thank you Saman
That was great
Very nice build...
Thank you! Cheers!
Nice build and thorough video.
I would have been tempted to use the male end of the 10/3 cord (probably with a 30A plug on it - see below) you used for inverter out power for the AC power in.
If memory serves, that EG4 is capable of 60A DC for charging your 48V battery. That's approximately 3000W which would be about 25A @ 120V AC and you'd need a 30A circuit and appropriate plug/extension wouldn't you?
Let me know what you think.
Are you suggesting to put a 30 amp plug so that you can charge from your 30 amp plug on a generator?
@tarlnobert8033 Yes, charge using an inverter generator
@@bradseward8342 thank you for your response. I'm trying to figure out whether or not this system is going to be the best solution for me. I'm a bit concerned with not being able to update the firmware and such with not having a laptop. Are you able to do the updates using your phone?
@tarlnobert8033 the only suggestion I have is to call EG4
I'm in the process of building this, but have run into a problem, that I was hoping to see in your video.
When I plug in the AC cable to charge the battery, the GFCI I plug it into trips.
Have you had this issue?
I don't plug it into a GFC outlet. Just a normal one. If you trip a breaker using a normal one also, then you have the charge controller set to high and pulling more than the circuit allows. I had to lower mine to stay within the 15 amps on that circuit than what was set in there when I got it.
I'm clueless to 48v stuff and was just wondering what you can run with that strip you mounted on the top. ( laptop, coffee maker, air fryer, induction cook top.... etc ). Hope it's not too stupid of a question. Love the set up.
@@cmgtafan all of those things are doable. The inverter is 3000 watts continuous so what ever fits in that range. Part 3 will be out in a couple weeks. Because why not add another battery to the mix :)
@@stresstestedthanks for the response. you read my mind. I think that set up with 2 batteries would definitely be something i could use. Now subscribed 👍.
@@cmgtafan haha awesome. Thank you.
@@cmgtafan
Likewise, I am now subscribed…
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Nice 👍
Thanks ✌
project cost =?
My cost will be different than yours will be. I purchased both the two big parts while they were on sale AND had free shipping from signature solar. All of the parts are listed in the video description if you want to check it out and see what the current costs are. I believe the all in one and the battery are currently on sale there.
Is that battery 100ah????? . I see 100ah that is half that size . Why is it so bid???
@@kernj6454 cause it's a rack mount 48volt lifepo. Yes it's 100ah
Just to add, if the batteries you are looking at are 12v. This has four times the capacity. Likewise, if you are looking at a 24v battery, this has twice the capacity.
Not a generator.
Cool build, but for a couple hundred more you can get something like a delta pro and not look like you're about to start welding in your house.
@@MichaelP-ns you stick to the looks, I'll stick to the utility. The ecoflow's are fine machines but for the less money you are getting so much more here.
@@stresstested Hey, I'm all about utility over looks, but I priced out your build to be ~2000 not including the tools you listed (or the hand truck) - that's not enough of a savings to justify that monstrosity lol. Don't get me wrong, it's cool AF, if you already have the bits lyin around - but no way are you getting 'so much more' than any of the current power stations out there for that price
Ecoflow stuff is great if you're not wanting the ability to add/expand anything as well as being a LOT more compact. The upside to his build is he can expand/add, he can also repair it himself by swapping out parts if something goes south pretty quickly and being proud of something he's done himself. See Will Prowse's comparison to this setup vs an EcoFlow, he does a great job explaining the benefits of both.
@@logun1970 i'm not tryna pimp ecoflow's stuff - just sayin all of the newer power stations from most manufacturers have all that already, AND the ability to expand. I mean, let's be real, he aint shovin another battery on that hand truck lol, so not a lot more to 'add'. And again, I ain't throwin shade - I'm all about "just 'cuz I can" stuff (you should see my generator shed), but it's gotta make sense (IE: I'm cheap so it's jank). Knock a grand off that build sheet and I'm in. Still a cool build to be sure.
@@MichaelP-ns delto pro is $2400, and has 3600Wh compared to his 5100Wh. Delto Pro charges can only handle 1600W Max, 11-150V, 15A Max on solar charge, but through testing you can really only expect closer to 1400w solar capacity. the eg4 is 500 VDC Max Input max at 80amps.
If you are going to power your kids soccer game lights at night or go camping i would agree the ecoflow and similar units are much more practical. if you want more serviceability and higher capacity then this is a better option for a cabin or house, then diy is cheaper..
Nicely done. Thank you.
Thanks for watching!