I have a 240 Jackery and I run an Alpicool refrigerator 24/7. I discovered that when the Jackery is connected with the refrigerator but is not needed because the temp is low, automatically turns itself off, saving battery. Also for me it charges very fast..
@@JamesWhiting96 I also run a alpicool c20 of the 244 wh ? (Small) jackery, if I pre chill it on mains I get around 2 days run without any form of charging. I also have the jackery 500 with a 100W solar panel, I have only just got this but it is looking as though it will run continuously with this setup.
THANK YOU FOR THIS!!! I’m no technician or anything and I’m trying to explore all of my options for van life, and you just saved my butt. I was thinking of paying for someone to do the wiring and now I don’t have to!! This is so simple!!
Thank you so much! Using the Jackery 240 with the cheapest 100w Renogy kit makes a starter solar system as cheap as $360 as opposed to using an inverter, battery, etc with all the wires for $425 - When every dollar counts this is excellent for people starting out
Thank you for taking the time to make these videos. My daughter bought a van and has been traveling all over the country like a Gypsy and I have been worried about her staying warm in the winter and safe with carbon minoxide issues so your video's are helping me figure out what she needs to be safe. Much appreciation!
CPAP users need to note that the Jackery 240 is not recommended for running CPAP machines. Get the Jackery 440 if you're a CPAP user, and get on out there!! Nice episode, Chrome!
You’re excitement for your two Jackery’s is awesome. You figured out what you needed, found the product that best fits the requirements and now you’re shouting at the top of your lungs for all to hear, and we can only hope to enjoy life in a van as you do. Great job brother. Skillet
We pick up our van tomorrow!! Cant wait to start the build, we found a amazing deal on a 1997 Dodge B2500 that was a old cargo van. In toltal we will only have $850 toltal in it after purchase!
Ervins Farms / I purchased one of those with a high top & 130,000 miles on it for $800 ; that was 5 years ago. I put 60,000 miles on it before I totaled it. It ran good, but had one bad cylinder & head gasket issues, so it used oil & antifreeze .Now I have a GMC of the same year...
Your information on the Jackery Battery is much appreciated...I’m sold on it just hearing you talk about how great it is. Totally impressed...like the simplicity of having a power source without the requirement of running wires everywhere. 👍 Thank you for sharing. Take care...safe travels! 🤗
I bought the Jackery 440 because of you, Chrome, and your channel. (Let Jackery know advertising through you, works) I recently dry camped ion the Jackery 440 for 4 days, charging my iPhone and iPad so I could do my blog and internet, and after 4 days, I still had 70% power left. When I got back to my s&b and had it completely recharged off my solar system in no time!
Northern Girl I use Shore Power or 12 v. Cig lighter. I plan on adding the Jackary solar panels, but haven’t yet. I got 4 days, 3 nites and still had 70% power, and then recharged on shore for maybe a couple hours or less? I was surprised how fast it recharged.
I finally did it Chrom. Your videos inspired me to get my Ramvan. I'll be starting my Vanlife Vlogging soon. This video helps because I was curious how I wanted to approach power needs. The van itself is old and I dont trust running power off the van itself.
So im thinking about getting into van life and i was wanting to know...how is that battery doing? How long could one charge last if you were powering a griddle, small refrigerator, lights, fan, ect...
Thanks for the video. Helpful for a more simpler solution for a guy like me who wants to more live the weekend van life. I just went on a road trip for 6 days and spent $500 on hotels for my wife and I. I could have bought a jackery, a mattress pad, all the wood and hardware for that price.
I have been looking at the smaller Jackery off and on for a while. Planning on some car camping this summer and with school letting out in two weeks I'm ordering mine now so it will be here when I'm ready to take off for the Oklahoma Arbuckle mountains and waterfalls. Thanks for all the info! Love you guys!
Thank you so much for this video, I’m about to start renovating a van and I’ve been super worried about electrical wiring and what not. This is super simplified and I will be purchasing it for my van life
I am adapting my car until I get my van. With a no build and extension. Why wait with what you can do sooner, with what you have now, you can do it instead of tomorrow. Work with what you have for now is my advice to see what works and what power you actually need. Tomorrow may never come. I put off buying the Jackery for 3 years but still went exploring outdoors and camped with what I had. Just live as you don't know if you will be alive tomorrow.
well this is encouraging! starting with wiring and lifepo4 plus inverter and controller and everything is a bit daunting for me, but starting with a portable solution like these to start the adventure, is really a blessing
I've been using a power station in my van for over a year..not solar tho..saving up for a jackery and panel..the 440 looks better for my future needs..thx Chrome!.👍✌❤😊
Aww sounds like it is everything I need and want. I am currently make plans to convert my life to Vanlifing. I spent a year in my SUV really roughing it. But a the moment I am buying stuff to prepare for hurricane season coming up here in Florida. But I am keeping in my mind to what I can use once I get my van. Thank you for the information.
I have a Jackery 240 and use it for my Telescope mount.. Its an amazing and well built piece of kit, solid. Highly recommended and would last me for 3-4 nights before charging easily.
I'm also looking at the larger Jackery. The only negative on the 440 is that you cannot charge off of your vehicle's 12v system. The 2 smaller Jackerys you can charge while driving.
I primarily got my Jackery 500 as a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) to my CPAP at home. I'll take it with me when I travel (camping, etc). I learned from much research, Jackery is the only I can find in it's class and price range ($499 on Amazon) that has a regulated DC output. This is very important feature, that all the brands should have. For those that don't know, regulated DC power means it will do a constant ~12vdc as the battery is discharging; unregulated - the DC output will drop as the battery loses charge through use. Anyways, just an important tip and no I don't work for Jackery.
Hi Chrome, I ended up buying the Jackery 160 Battery because of you an HOBOTECH. I just saw a review for a Jackery 60 watt portable panel that is waterproof! Can't wait to geek out on this. Keep the videos coming along with your love and positive vibes...IT IS WORKING! Cheers, Mindy
SOLD! lol Great commercial for Jackery. It is just a good company and a good product. They have been good to you and you them. Win win for both. :) Have a great day.
The Jackery looks like the real deal Chrome. Thanks for the insight and information. This is one of the reasons why we follow you! Does Cruz ever smile? 🤪
Hi Chrome, Another great video, loved it and your opinion about the Jackery. Them little switches you use are no way "over kill" i would do the exact same thing.
When we had a small sailboat we had a 45Ah car battery that we charged in the spring and then used it for all the lights for the rest of the season (Apr-Oct)
This was perfect & on time... Love it! So helpful. 🤘🏽 🤗💕👍🏽 On my van hunt, and was concerned about power bc I probably won't get solar right away...this seems like a great solution!
i think i adore you and your advice, but i really like the dog. hahah. thankyou so much as i did not want to go all electrical crazy, nor pay anyone to do so....ive been in van life on someones property for 4 years and now building a new van home...but need portable power because i am soon to hit the road for full time travel. going get me one of those jack things. thanks
DING, DING, DING...We have a winner! JACKERY! Love it. I may get one, but for me, I want to cook on my Induction plate (1500 watts) and use an electric can-opener, coffee maker, TV/monitor, and PC and more...?
Thank you so much I just got mine and I’m so excited but the solar panel I bought I need to wait for The adapter to come from Amazon but I’m plugging everything in in the house A small fan cell phone lamp all at the same time staying only 10 W output 🥰🥰🥰
Thanks. LONG time listener. First time caller. You are very, very, informative and abundant with knowledge in your videos. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience.
We’re just getting started on our van build. Have planned on getting solar but now considering this instead. Very informative and helpful video. Thank you!
I see how you did it, but, how did you get everything plugged in, since cables arent that long? How did you get all led lights plugged in at same time? Am I missing something? Thanks.
You connect all of the positive wires together and do the same for the negative ones. Then run those to the plug. To do this, he most likely used a terminal distribution block. It is basically a piece of metal with screws in it, mounted on something non conductive. Basically you put an incoming wire under each screw and tighten them down. That connects them all together. You of course need 2 of these... one for positive and one for negative. If you have sensitive stuff you plan to connect you might want to have one of these (the positive side one) be an actual fuse block. Bottom line, in order to do what he is suggesting you basically have to do what he claims this device prevents you from having to do... electrical work. WAIT there's more... All of the above assumes the devices you are connecting like this are low wattage. Because that plug he is using will only safely conduct so many watts. Not a problem really for led lights and stuff like that. However, something with a ton of watts just wouldn't work. It would probably shut down the Jackery (assuming it has circuit breakers built in)... it might also fry the plug/wiring you set up. There are other ways of connecting all of this. The above is what most would probably recommend I think. Other methods would most likely require soldiering and stuff like that.
Made it all through this winter with just my car's 12v plug to charge my phone, AA powered LED x-mas lights, a flashlight & a 15 deg F down sleeping bag...but it rarely gets below 35 deg F around here.
I just found your channel tonight and so glad I did. Presently, I'm an overland camper but am dreaming about buying a van, do some conversion and hit the road hoping to visit the 48 contiguous states, the provinces of Canada and of course, Alaska. I lived in Maui for eleven years and visited all of the islands multiple times. I have a Jackery 240 and use it to run my small refrigerator, my string of lights and a fan. It is an awesome piece of equipment I cannot do without now. I thought about getting the Jackery 1000 but I really don't need to spend a thousand bucks on something I may need only occasionally.
Other differences between the 500 and the 240: AC: 500 sustained 500 watts (100W surge) of power vs 200W (400W surge) Battery Size: 518Wh/144,400mAh vs 240Wh/67,000 mAh DC Input: 500 input takes 12V-30V, 3.5a, 100W max which means you can use 12v or 24v solar panels and charge quicker; 240 maxes at at 42W input So if you have even 1 solar panel that's 100W, go with the 500 model to really make use of the panel or really, set up your own battery bank.
Could you run an AC unit off these batteries everything else I know they can handle for what I need on the daily. The AC to cool off for Boondocking for long periods of time in a Hot climate is what I'm wondering about.
The jackery battery is how I'm gonna set my van up when i get it im just wondering if it will run a flat screen and a fridge great video man preach it to everyone jackery should hire crome Valdez as a spokes person for jackery that be awesome stay weird stay safe crome and Cruz.
According to Jackery, a fully charged 240 will power a 35W fridge a total of 6 hours...but since a fridge turns itself on & off, you can keep it cold for 24 hrs on a single charge. A 40W LED tv (
Right on! So glad I came across your video. I just got my van and was you-tubing videos on installing electrical, which is the only part of my conversion that makes me really nervous. I've seen those Jackerys and wondered how well they actually work? I now plan to go that route at this point, for now at least, thanks to your video. I will be going for the smaller one! :)
That light panel is pretty basic. Just hook the DC out up to a distribution bus and you can tap off of it to power whatever you need. It should be very basic 101. The cigarette lighter is nothing more then hooking up to a positive and negative post of a battery. You can operate multiple items but are limited to the output of the cig lighter which is probably around a10 Amp draw. Anything more will probably to the internal circuit breaker on the jackery.
I have the 240 and although it runs a lot of stuff. Please be aware that u can only run up to 240 watts on it. If something runs above 240 watts it will not run it. I had to learn that the hard way. You cant just plug anything into it. I have considered upgrading to the larger one because there is a lot of things I need but they run 350 watts and my battery wont run it. The 240 does run my lights and charge my stuff and my roof fan. U have to pay attention to the wattage
Great video. Definitely looking into this type of battery. Don’t want to deal with a gas generator and the noise of it. Using solar leaves a much smaller footprint. How is the smaller one if you have a small fridge?
saving up for a Jackery 240 someday.. I have a 2nd hand GZero..agm. Multi sources of power and functionality are the bomb. (skritches to Cruzey-smushface
It is a bit of a toss up. I got A lead acid 100 amp hour battery and a 100 watt solar panel. So I can only use half of the battery and is not going to last as long, so I might be buying two or three in the time that lasts. But I don't drive every day and I think you can only use a 50 watt solar panel on the Jackery. So for having the lithium ion that's not really a bad price.
Wow, the Segway Portable PowerStation Cube Series sounds like an incredible piece of outdoor gear! The massive capacity, fast recharging, and waterproof technology definitely make it a reliable backup power source for camping trips or emergencies. Plus, the smart app control feature is a nice touch for monitoring energy usage. Thanks for sharing this recommendation!
Just curious... when it comes time to recharge your power pack battery units, do you charge them using the running Van motor? I'd be interested in seeing video on that. Very cool videos btw. 😁👍
Most of these are chargeable using ac (house) or 12v (the cigarette lighter in your car) or solar. These are basically charge controller, inverter, and battery in one. I’m about to do my second van and I’ll be using the explorer 2000.
Which Jackery explorer could run a small heater 500 watios..? I live in UK and Maybe this winter 2021 we will have a power outages.... I need to be ready!!! Thanks.
#LiveYourPassion Luv you Chrome and Cruz !! Weirdos Unite !! Normal Life Sucks !! 😎 ❤️ #FindYouFreedom I love my Jackery 240 😊😊😊 runs my fridge 10 hrs. 🐾 Disco will forever be in my heart !! ❤️
Just the information that I needed to start my road trip. Thank you very much for the information and for keeping it simple for a non tech person like me.
@DoDo Boodrough: if you see cheap then you can,t go off grid because you will need to invest a solid $100,000 just to have enough battery for partial off grid. A Lithium-ion deep cycle battery is just under $900 for 1200 running watts with a $500 inverter that can take enough battery to sustain 3000 for 6 hours. You would realistically need no less than 100 square meters of solar panel which have are to use and the other charge the many batteries. You also need refrigerated rooms for batteries. You probably should live on the equator for 12 hours sun annually and that's what going to break the bank because the equator is farmers land and they don't sell cheap.
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I have a 240 Jackery and I run an Alpicool refrigerator 24/7. I discovered that when the Jackery is connected with the refrigerator but is not needed because the temp is low, automatically turns itself off, saving battery. Also for me it charges very fast..
What alpicool fridge did you buy?
How long can the fridge last with one charge? Along with LED and fan use?
Really?
Which model fridge do you have and how long does the battery last charging the refrigerator?
@@JamesWhiting96 I also run a alpicool c20 of the 244 wh ? (Small) jackery, if I pre chill it on mains I get around 2 days run without any form of charging.
I also have the jackery 500 with a 100W solar panel, I have only just got this but it is looking as though it will run continuously with this setup.
THANK YOU FOR THIS!!! I’m no technician or anything and I’m trying to explore all of my options for van life, and you just saved my butt. I was thinking of paying for someone to do the wiring and now I don’t have to!! This is so simple!!
Thank you so much! Using the Jackery 240 with the cheapest 100w Renogy kit makes a starter solar system as cheap as $360 as opposed to using an inverter, battery, etc with all the wires for $425 - When every dollar counts this is excellent for people starting out
All my research into setting up solar systems in vans and buses just became redundant in 15.31 mins 😁
Thanks for sharing dude 👊
Thank you for taking the time to make these videos. My daughter bought a van and has been traveling all over the country like a Gypsy and I have been worried about her staying warm in the winter and safe with carbon minoxide issues so your video's are helping me figure out what she needs to be safe. Much appreciation!
Agree with you on this. I saw a sale on Costco for one of this
You’re so caring and considerate. Go you for learn for your daughter!
@@haylee7951 awe thank you so much!!
Great stuff! Can you run a heater on this power pack?
CPAP users need to note that the Jackery 240 is not recommended for running CPAP machines. Get the Jackery 440 if you're a CPAP user, and get on out there!! Nice episode, Chrome!
Thank you for the info on which battery I should have to run my cpap. Will it handle the oxygen concentrator as well?
What is CPAP?
Cpap is a small breathing apparatus machine that helps push oxygen into the lungs of people who stop breathing in their sleep
Amazon sells anbbn older version of jackery 500 that is often marketed for cpap
Wow
You’re excitement for your two Jackery’s is awesome. You figured out what you needed, found the product that best fits the requirements and now you’re shouting at the top of your lungs for all to hear, and we can only hope to enjoy life in a van as you do. Great job brother. Skillet
I prefer a pressure cooker but you know what everyone is different and that's ok
We pick up our van tomorrow!! Cant wait to start the build, we found a amazing deal on a 1997 Dodge B2500 that was a old cargo van. In toltal we will only have $850 toltal in it after purchase!
Update, we got the van and the build will be starting soon!
Congratulations
Ervins Farms sounds like FUN God bless you guys, enjoy TO THE MAX cuz just like Ricky Martin once stated, WE’RE HERE TO HAVE FUN!!!!🍭🍦🍪🥂🍻🍾🍟🍕🌈🕶👠😂🙃😆😝💯😛🤗
Ervins Farms / I purchased one of those with a high top & 130,000 miles on it for $800 ; that was 5 years ago. I put 60,000 miles on it before I totaled it. It ran good, but had one bad cylinder & head gasket issues, so it used oil & antifreeze .Now I have a GMC of the same year...
Having the option to charge in your car while driving is a make or break deal given that im a poor college kid who loves to travel
GREAT video
you’d have to be doing hundreds of miles a day every day to keep it charged though.
1 hour of driving would charge the battery 50% (15 amps * 14.4 volts = 216 watts)
@@toddy505 park and leave the car running. I personally increased my case battery to 6 $60 Walmart batteries
Your information on the Jackery Battery is much appreciated...I’m sold on it just hearing you talk about how great it is. Totally impressed...like the simplicity of having a power source without the requirement of running wires everywhere. 👍 Thank you for sharing. Take care...safe travels! 🤗
Same 🤯
Even full price is less than many options I’ve looked at! Thanks for the heads up on something really usable and useful! Hugs to you both!
I bought the Jackery 440 because of you, Chrome, and your channel. (Let Jackery know advertising through you, works) I recently dry camped ion the Jackery 440 for 4 days, charging my iPhone and iPad so I could do my blog and internet, and after 4 days, I still had 70% power left. When I got back to my s&b and had it completely recharged off my solar system in no time!
I g ot the 220 through chrome's channel and will be getting the 440 soon
Bigsurkate that is awesome :) can I ask how do you recharge the battery pack???? Fully. Can it be hooked to a 40 w solar panel? What do u think
How do you recharge it???
Northern Girl I use Shore Power or 12 v. Cig lighter. I plan on adding the Jackary solar panels, but haven’t yet. I got 4 days, 3 nites and still had 70% power, and then recharged on shore for maybe a couple hours or less? I was surprised how fast it recharged.
I should explain that my “shore” power at home, is solar.
I finally did it Chrom. Your videos inspired me to get my Ramvan. I'll be starting my Vanlife Vlogging soon. This video helps because I was curious how I wanted to approach power needs. The van itself is old and I dont trust running power off the van itself.
I feel so secure now with my portable Jackery solar panels and battery. I have a camper car. Thanks Chrome!
So im thinking about getting into van life and i was wanting to know...how is that battery doing? How long could one charge last if you were powering a griddle, small refrigerator, lights, fan, ect...
I also wanted to know how to keep a van froms stinking?
@@jakewatson1160 baking soda in the corners and make sure you put rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle. Spray everything in the van down every day
@@vanderumd11 oh ok, cool thank you!
Same I feel confident about my ability to survive now.
Keep it stupid simple . I think these battery packs are the way to go .
Thanks for the video. Helpful for a more simpler solution for a guy like me who wants to more live the weekend van life. I just went on a road trip for 6 days and spent $500 on hotels for my wife and I. I could have bought a jackery, a mattress pad, all the wood and hardware for that price.
I have been looking at the smaller Jackery off and on for a while. Planning on some car camping this summer and with school letting out in two weeks I'm ordering mine now so it will be here when I'm ready to take off for the Oklahoma Arbuckle mountains and waterfalls. Thanks for all the info! Love you guys!
Picked up the Jackery 240 and took it out for a trial run in my van! Loved it! Thanks for the recommendation.
Thank you so much for this video, I’m about to start renovating a van and I’ve been super worried about electrical wiring and what not. This is super simplified and I will be purchasing it for my van life
Couldnt relate harder😅
Thanks for showing the part on the ceiling fan, we were worried about that and now we know it will work. Thanks
Thanks for the great video about the battery station and IKEA. Don't forget the $1 stores for storage baskets.
Thank you so much for your honest opinions about the simplicity of van life. I'm looking forward to getting started. :)
This is my plan when I start up the van life again in a couple years. This seems like the way better option for stealth. Thanks for the video Chrome.
I am adapting my car until I get my van. With a no build and extension. Why wait with what you can do sooner, with what you have now, you can do it instead of tomorrow. Work with what you have for now is my advice to see what works and what power you actually need. Tomorrow may never come. I put off buying the Jackery for 3 years but still went exploring outdoors and camped with what I had. Just live as you don't know if you will be alive tomorrow.
well this is encouraging! starting with wiring and lifepo4 plus inverter and controller and everything is a bit daunting for me, but starting with a portable solution like these to start the adventure, is really a blessing
I've been using a power station in my van for over a year..not solar tho..saving up for a jackery and panel..the 440 looks better for my future needs..thx Chrome!.👍✌❤😊
Aww sounds like it is everything I need and want. I am currently make plans to convert my life to Vanlifing. I spent a year in my SUV really roughing it. But a the moment I am buying stuff to prepare for hurricane season coming up here in Florida. But I am keeping in my mind to what I can use once I get my van. Thank you for the information.
Guys what a great deal! Think about it you can take this to the beach anywhere!
I have a Jackery 240 and use it for my Telescope mount.. Its an amazing and well built piece of kit, solid. Highly recommended and would last me for 3-4 nights before charging easily.
I'm also looking at the larger Jackery. The only negative on the 440 is that you cannot charge off of your vehicle's 12v system. The 2 smaller Jackerys you can charge while driving.
Did not know that, thanks.
Hey idk if it’s late but if you plug in an inverses in your car plug can you charge the 440 that way?
Yes add an inverter and you can recharge..I've a Yeti no problems..
thank you so much for this video, i've been stressing so much trying to learn how to set up solar and wire my van without starting a fire
I see you've completely upgraded your van. Looks really good and comfortable! 👍
Finally so close to starting my fully mobile life, and I am SO glad I found this video!
Great advice! The Explorer 240 is an awesome battery. 👍🏼
Thank you. Your enthusiasm sold me, if I was not sold before. I'm just starting my van build and will be getting the 1500 series.
I primarily got my Jackery 500 as a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) to my CPAP at home. I'll take it with me when I travel (camping, etc). I learned from much research, Jackery is the only I can find in it's class and price range ($499 on Amazon) that has a regulated DC output. This is very important feature, that all the brands should have. For those that don't know, regulated DC power means it will do a constant ~12vdc as the battery is discharging; unregulated - the DC output will drop as the battery loses charge through use. Anyways, just an important tip and no I don't work for Jackery.
Excellent tip
Hi can I charge my power station and use it at the same time?
Be it solar or direct electricity?
your 4 year old jackerys videos are still going great and full of information
I only have one thing to say about that ! Boom Shakalaka !!! Skål !!!
Hi Chrome, I ended up buying the Jackery 160 Battery because of you an HOBOTECH. I just saw a review for a Jackery 60 watt portable panel that is waterproof! Can't wait to geek out on this. Keep the videos coming along with your love and positive vibes...IT IS WORKING! Cheers, Mindy
Luv💕how you can't help pushing those buttons!! You got me sold, now all I have to do us hit the lotto😃 Cruz is really growing he's Sooo cute!
I ordered my 240 last weekend & took advantage of the 20% of sale. It has shipped! It's scheduled to arrive Thursday! Thanks Chrome!
SOLD! lol Great commercial for Jackery. It is just a good company and a good product. They have been good to you and you them. Win win for both. :) Have a great day.
The Jackery looks like the real deal Chrome. Thanks for the insight and information. This is one of the reasons why we follow you! Does Cruz ever smile? 🤪
Awesome! This is the question I have needed answered! Thank you! Found you through others who subcribe to you!
I went with the Honda/Jackery HLS 290 its got an extra 50W Awsome unit
Thanks for the info...
DONALD ERIQUEZ ty for this👏🏼👏🏼
Hi Chrome, Another great video, loved it and your opinion about the Jackery. Them little switches you use are no way "over kill" i would do the exact same thing.
When we had a small sailboat we had a 45Ah car battery that we charged in the spring and then used it for all the lights for the rest of the season (Apr-Oct)
Will seriously be looking at one when they come to Canada.
Heather Wilcox try Ebay
I never heard of these before. I need one soooo bad. Thanks for the video!
This was perfect & on time... Love it! So helpful. 🤘🏽 🤗💕👍🏽 On my van hunt, and was concerned about power bc I probably won't get solar right away...this seems like a great solution!
i think i adore you and your advice, but i really like the dog. hahah. thankyou so much as i did not want to go all electrical crazy, nor pay anyone to do so....ive been in van life on someones property for 4 years and now building a new van home...but need portable power because i am soon to hit the road for full time travel. going get me one of those jack things. thanks
DING, DING, DING...We have a winner! JACKERY!
Love it.
I may get one,
but for me, I want to cook on my Induction plate (1500 watts) and use an electric can-opener,
coffee maker, TV/monitor, and PC and more...?
Thank you so much I just got mine and I’m so excited but the solar panel I bought I need to wait for The adapter to come from Amazon but I’m plugging everything in in the house A small fan cell phone lamp all at the same time staying only 10 W output 🥰🥰🥰
Who's plain boring van is that? ;) you've come along way since this bro! Nicely done.
Thanks. LONG time listener. First time caller. You are very, very, informative and abundant with knowledge in your videos. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience.
I was waiting for that battery to fly out of your hand and hit me in the face.
We’re just getting started on our van build. Have planned on getting solar but now considering this instead. Very informative and helpful video. Thank you!
Definitely want to buy before traveling. Just thinking . . Has Jackery ever mentioned how much of an impact you've made in sales?
Finally! I am not techie and wanted something simple and easy. Thanks for sharing
Just ordered the Jackery 240 and the 50W Solar Panel! Thanks for the advice man.
Steven Richard - did you still get the 20% off, sale is 5/20-26...
So you can get a solar panel that works in relation to the jackery? Is it the same brand?
Take it easy and take care
One day I might actually pull off setting aside enough money for a jackery
Jackery is Awesome
edited because auto complete changed Jackery to "jacket"
@@TheDawnofVanlife - Update: So happy Dawn.. 👏your wish came true lol☺.
I love💕 both you guys Channels stay SAFE.
Getting my 1988 ford conversion van this week $500. Can't wait
I see how you did it, but, how did you get everything plugged in, since cables arent that long? How did you get all led lights plugged in at same time? Am I missing something? Thanks.
I’m so confused about that part!
You connect all of the positive wires together and do the same for the negative ones. Then run those to the plug. To do this, he most likely used a terminal distribution block. It is basically a piece of metal with screws in it, mounted on something non conductive. Basically you put an incoming wire under each screw and tighten them down. That connects them all together. You of course need 2 of these... one for positive and one for negative. If you have sensitive stuff you plan to connect you might want to have one of these (the positive side one) be an actual fuse block.
Bottom line, in order to do what he is suggesting you basically have to do what he claims this device prevents you from having to do... electrical work.
WAIT there's more... All of the above assumes the devices you are connecting like this are low wattage. Because that plug he is using will only safely conduct so many watts. Not a problem really for led lights and stuff like that. However, something with a ton of watts just wouldn't work. It would probably shut down the Jackery (assuming it has circuit breakers built in)... it might also fry the plug/wiring you set up.
There are other ways of connecting all of this. The above is what most would probably recommend I think. Other methods would most likely require soldiering and stuff like that.
Ok
He knows something about wiring things, best left to an electrician if you don’t know what you are doing.
Thanks for the information and keep on rocking those beats!
True story bro. Havent needed my power. Touch lights, phone charger. Getting ready to get warm thinking a fan will be needed soon.
Made it all through this winter with just my car's 12v plug to charge my phone, AA powered LED x-mas lights, a flashlight & a 15 deg F down sleeping bag...but it rarely gets below 35 deg F around here.
I got the jackery 500 and the solar panel. I’m so relieved to find this video. I’m definitely going to subscribe. Thanks for sharing.
I really like the witch box! Do you have a vid on how you made it?
I agree. If you're getting started, these are perfect. As you gain more experience living in a van you can always upgrade to other methods.
Hello Chrome & Cruz 😃🐶. I want a Jackery & l live in a sticks & bricks 🤣🕊💜
GET IT! Just in case...
Ikr, I'd love that 240 for the house, hurricane season just started on 6/1
THANK YOU SO MUCH! Finally a person who is answering all my questions!
Nice infomercial
I just found your channel tonight and so glad I did. Presently, I'm an overland camper but am dreaming about buying a van, do some conversion and hit the road hoping to visit the 48 contiguous states, the provinces of Canada and of course, Alaska. I lived in Maui for eleven years and visited all of the islands multiple times. I have a Jackery 240 and use it to run my small refrigerator, my string of lights and a fan. It is an awesome piece of equipment I cannot do without now. I thought about getting the Jackery 1000 but I really don't need to spend a thousand bucks on something I may need only occasionally.
Been waiting for this review. Thanks!
The 1000 can run a water pump and small fridge
Other differences between the 500 and the 240:
AC: 500 sustained 500 watts (100W surge) of power vs 200W (400W surge)
Battery Size: 518Wh/144,400mAh vs 240Wh/67,000 mAh
DC Input: 500 input takes 12V-30V, 3.5a, 100W max which means you can use 12v or 24v solar panels and charge quicker; 240 maxes at at 42W input
So if you have even 1 solar panel that's 100W, go with the 500 model to really make use of the panel or really, set up your own battery bank.
Could you run an AC unit off these batteries everything else I know they can handle for what I need on the daily. The AC to cool off for Boondocking for long periods of time in a Hot climate is what I'm wondering about.
Why do these things take so long to charge, we bought one and only powering our alpicool fridge taking 45w 15% of the time it can barely last 2 days
I love my 240, it has been a Godsend during power outages and makes my car camping a luxe experience.
The jackery battery is how I'm gonna set my van up when i get it im just wondering if it will run a flat screen and a fridge great video man preach it to everyone jackery should hire crome Valdez as a spokes person for jackery that be awesome stay weird stay safe crome and Cruz.
According to Jackery, a fully charged 240 will power a 35W fridge a total of 6 hours...but since a fridge turns itself on & off, you can keep it cold for 24 hrs on a single charge.
A 40W LED tv (
Whoa! I was thinking this wouldn’t work with a fridge BUT I forgot about the fact that the fan only runs intermittently. Now I’m truly intrigued.
Right on! So glad I came across your video. I just got my van and was you-tubing videos on installing electrical, which is the only part of my conversion that makes me really nervous. I've seen those Jackerys and wondered how well they actually work? I now plan to go that route at this point, for now at least, thanks to your video. I will be going for the smaller one! :)
Goal Zero Yeti 400 very similar device is what I have been using and loving! Thanks for your educational content brother.
I've been going over my power options and you made this into a real option for the first time. I'm going to keep this in mind for sure.
Come on man, you can’t leave us hanging....how did you make the panel with the switches?
That light panel is pretty basic. Just hook the DC out up to a distribution bus and you can tap off of it to power whatever you need. It should be very basic 101. The cigarette lighter is nothing more then hooking up to a positive and negative post of a battery. You can operate multiple items but are limited to the output of the cig lighter which is probably around a10 Amp draw. Anything more will probably to the internal circuit breaker on the jackery.
Thanks! I don’t even have a van yet but I just bought the Jackery 240.
How do you charge your jackery while in the cabinet
Donna Odum if it’s the smaller one you can charge it up WHILE DRIVING mama🙃
Get the ecoflow 1300 delta, charges in 1-4hrs depending on wall or solar panel. Excellent reviews.
It runs my washing machine & tumbles dryer for three days.
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Which Jackery did?
And how long does the battery last, when you turn on the electrical Devices!
I have the 240 and although it runs a lot of stuff. Please be aware that u can only run up to 240 watts on it. If something runs above 240 watts it will not run it. I had to learn that the hard way. You cant just plug anything into it. I have considered upgrading to the larger one because there is a lot of things I need but they run 350 watts and my battery wont run it. The 240 does run my lights and charge my stuff and my roof fan. U have to pay attention to the wattage
Great video. Definitely looking into this type of battery. Don’t want to deal with a gas generator and the noise of it. Using solar leaves a much smaller footprint. How is the smaller one if you have a small fridge?
I‘ve got mine yesterday. 👍👍👍
saving up for a Jackery 240 someday.. I have a 2nd hand GZero..agm.
Multi sources of power and functionality are the bomb. (skritches to Cruzey-smushface
👍I got the 440. I used it some. Haven't tried my blender yet. Thanks for sharing all this Info. It's great stuff to know.
@@rennemichaels2706 I have an inverter in my van that runs off my van battery. I charge when I drive. Or plug it in any outlet😊
Terri Lynch My Life THANK YOU SO MUCH for this info girl!❤️
Supposedly comes with a 12v plug to plug into your cigarette lighter while you drive...but you gotta drive alot for a full charge.
Cruz is so cute. That little toung sticking out
I have been happy with my Jackery 500 but recently I just got the rockpal 100 solar panel... I live in sunny California. I run my life on sun power.
It is a bit of a toss up. I got A lead acid 100 amp hour battery and a 100 watt solar panel. So I can only use half of the battery and is not going to last as long, so I might be buying two or three in the time that lasts. But I don't drive every day and I think you can only use a 50 watt solar panel on the Jackery. So for having the lithium ion that's not really a bad price.
VANCITY VANLIFE May I ask what’s a house battery?🙃
A house battery is also called a leisure battery. Basically a secondary battery that the vehicle doesn't run off of that powers lights and utilities.
Nomadic Bike thank you sir👏🏼❤️🙃
You're very welcome
Wow, the Segway Portable PowerStation Cube Series sounds like an incredible piece of outdoor gear! The massive capacity, fast recharging, and waterproof technology definitely make it a reliable backup power source for camping trips or emergencies. Plus, the smart app control feature is a nice touch for monitoring energy usage. Thanks for sharing this recommendation!
Just curious... when it comes time to recharge your power pack battery units, do you charge them using the running Van motor? I'd be interested in seeing video on that. Very cool videos btw. 😁👍
Such a vital question, Thanks
Most of these are chargeable using ac (house) or 12v (the cigarette lighter in your car) or solar. These are basically charge controller, inverter, and battery in one. I’m about to do my second van and I’ll be using the explorer 2000.
Which Jackery explorer could run a small heater 500 watios..? I live in UK and Maybe this winter 2021 we will have a power outages.... I need to be ready!!! Thanks.
#LiveYourPassion Luv you Chrome and Cruz !! Weirdos Unite !! Normal Life Sucks !! 😎 ❤️ #FindYouFreedom I love my Jackery 240 😊😊😊 runs my fridge 10 hrs.
🐾 Disco will forever be in my heart !! ❤️
I'd also like to know what kind of fridge, make, model and watts?
Just the information that I needed to start my road trip. Thank you very much for the information and for keeping it simple for a non tech person like me.
DAMN these things are not cheap. Cool, but expensive.
I saw one on Amazon that was $199.
@DoDo Boodrough: if you see cheap then you can,t go off grid because you will need to invest a solid $100,000 just to have enough battery for partial off grid. A Lithium-ion deep cycle battery is just under $900 for 1200 running watts with a $500 inverter that can take enough battery to sustain 3000 for 6 hours. You would realistically need no less than 100 square meters of solar panel which have are to use and the other charge the many batteries. You also need refrigerated rooms for batteries. You probably should live on the equator for 12 hours sun annually and that's what going to break the bank because the equator is farmers land and they don't sell cheap.