I tested the capacity of the batteries though the inverter, and was somewhat impressed. Check out the Shorts on this channel to see the test. I basically got 200Wh of AC power from the 256Wh of lithium batteries. Not bad!
I remember this was my first battery. I was disappointed the Usb-c was mono-directional. I used it to charge my Nintendo switch while I played and then had it charged during the night. I never really thought about it but I guess you could plug in a 100W usb-c charger and charger phone on the wall outlet
@@FamilyGeekery - Upon further research, I learned that the DC/solar input (and the only way to recharge this thing) is limited to 20 volts at 2 amps (or 40 Watts) maximum. That's a pitifully underpowered charging capacity. You could connect a 100 Watt solar panel but the best you will get is 40 Watts out of that panel. I figure about 6.5-7 hours at the full rate of 40 Watts for a 100% recharge.
It's not a GENERATOR... it's a RECHARGEABLE BATTERY, THAT'S ALL... With outlets wired to it.. and put in a box.. You can go to any Lowes or Home Depot or Equivalent and build one for a quarter of what everyone sells them for.. Quit lying to everyone.
I agree. The naming is sketchy, but I always use the terminology that’s used by the manufacturer, but make sure to explain the full features and limitations in my videos. But I do doubt I could go to Lowe’s and buy 256wh in batteries, a 300w inverter, a charging circuit, some DC charging ports, a small transformer, etc for a little over $100. It would be close, but it would be ugly, lol!
I tested the capacity of the batteries though the inverter, and was somewhat impressed. Check out the Shorts on this channel to see the test. I basically got 200Wh of AC power from the 256Wh of lithium batteries. Not bad!
I remember this was my first battery. I was disappointed the Usb-c was mono-directional. I used it to charge my Nintendo switch while I played and then had it charged during the night.
I never really thought about it but I guess you could plug in a 100W usb-c charger and charger phone on the wall outlet
I'm curious if the unit would charge faster if there was more current available on the 15 volt input.
It might, but depending on the charging circuit inside, it might not be safe, lol.
No it won't
@@FamilyGeekery - Upon further research, I learned that the DC/solar input (and the only way to recharge this thing) is limited to 20 volts at 2 amps (or 40 Watts) maximum. That's a pitifully underpowered charging capacity. You could connect a 100 Watt solar panel but the best you will get is 40 Watts out of that panel. I figure about 6.5-7 hours at the full rate of 40 Watts for a 100% recharge.
@@phenri4809 - I discovered it will accept up to 20 volts and 2 amps (40 Watts) maximum.
@g-whiz286 yes, the manual shows a longer time requirement than that for solar. Probably the biggest flaw, but it still has its use cases.
It's not a GENERATOR... it's a RECHARGEABLE BATTERY, THAT'S ALL... With outlets wired to it.. and put in a box.. You can go to any Lowes or Home Depot or Equivalent and build one for a quarter of what everyone sells them for.. Quit lying to everyone.
I agree. The naming is sketchy, but I always use the terminology that’s used by the manufacturer, but make sure to explain the full features and limitations in my videos. But I do doubt I could go to Lowe’s and buy 256wh in batteries, a 300w inverter, a charging circuit, some DC charging ports, a small transformer, etc for a little over $100. It would be close, but it would be ugly, lol!
Solar generator is a common name for these things. Not agreeing with it, just pointing out that it isn't a unique to this one.