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@berniesully9173
3 жыл бұрын
I would like to buy a portable solar generator. Fould you do a video on them. There's so many and I'm not sure which one I should get. I would like to use the portable generator for if my power goes out I don't lose everything in my freezer and refrigerator Thank you so much.
@CityPrepping
3 жыл бұрын
@@berniesully9173 i've covered a lot of them here: bit.ly/35fo2z1
@berniesully9173
3 жыл бұрын
@@CityPrepping Thank you I'll check them out
@MuffHam
3 жыл бұрын
I'm getting 3.6kwh of solar installed at my new home with 1 battery. Still grid tie in with option to go off grid. Its 10 panels. We'll have the option to add more batteries and panels in the future. We got 3.5 acres. Are own well and septic. Getting a 8x20 green house installed. And even thinking about a small barn with 2 goats a donkey and chicken coup all on the same enclosure. The donkey is to protect the other animals from predators. Donkeys are mean and dangerous to foxes, coyotes and lynx. And can warn you of predators. So you can get out there with your rifle to deal with wolves, cougers and bears.
@davidinchcliff4560
3 жыл бұрын
Why don't you buy me some and I'll let you know how well it goes
@kristinec212
3 жыл бұрын
Just got a jackery, my husband doesnt know 🤫. I'm waiting for when we need it to be like see we should have bought it... then bust it out 🤣 I'm the prepper in the family
@marge3863
3 жыл бұрын
Me too! I have preps hidden just for the purpose of dazzling him with my ability to preplan.
@kristinec212
3 жыл бұрын
@@marge3863 he makes most of the money but it's kinda like my money is my money and his money is our money so sometimes he doesn't know what I have. Hes definitely not a prepper but he just let's me be crazy and puts up with it lol. I keep telling him when shtf you'll be glad you married the crazy prepper lady
@haizi7179
3 жыл бұрын
If my wife doesn't have this attitude, i don't want it!
@fiona3092
3 жыл бұрын
@@kristinec212 Brilliant i can relate to that 😂😂😂
@freedomfighter1861
3 жыл бұрын
Where do we find women like this???
@HomesteadEngineering
3 жыл бұрын
I think the main thing that preppers need to understand is the difference between small systems that are good for camping, powering your phone and a few light bulbs VS. large systems that will actually power your house. I see a lot of videos (not this one) that mislead folks into believing that small systems are going to hold them up when SHTF. For reference, you need to look at about 10,000-20,000 Watts of solar panels, 20-40kWhrs of battery backup and 8,000-10,000 Watts of inverter to run 80% of a typical house.
@CityPrepping
3 жыл бұрын
excellent point! I'm going to do a video shortly about the new setup I'm currently building for my house: 8kW of solar panels with a 12kWh battery backup system. definitely, a HUGE difference between a small solar generator and a whole-home battery backup system.
@knightlingbugg8470
3 жыл бұрын
Agreed, but running the whole house is way beyond most people's ability and finance. I believe that a compromise between a 'basic' system like the ones featured here and a more robust one that will actually power critical things (frig, fan, lights, quick coffee) for an extended outage is more useful for the typical prepper. The usual falsehood is that the battery system can be recharged quickly on just a few hundred watts of solar with limited solar hours. Some of these will crank out enough energy to run a host of things for an hour or two then you have to recharge for maybe 2 sunny days to get back to where you started. Not a practical multi-day event solution in my opinion.
@MosaicHomestead
3 жыл бұрын
My man David Armstrong knows what he's talking about, Most likely the most experienced person here when it comes to this topic
@MattPritchardOfficial
3 жыл бұрын
@@CityPrepping Please include the concept of a "low power mode" for homes, like the option you have when your phone battery is nearly depleted. In a disaster with unknown duration, you should already have a plan to only power necessary items, when necessary, to maximize your run-time and minimize recharging needs.
@able880
3 жыл бұрын
@@MattPritchardOfficial in most parts of the US solar panels are unreliable - your best. Bet is a hand crank generator for charging a phone or a pedal power genarator - but I warn u they have to be cranked continues for long periods to charge a phone - if u do have good Sun as in the South west a 20 watt folding solar panel set up for charging phones and other devices will work - look up John Casey & Dark Winter on you tube - as we have more volcanos during the next 30 yrs there will be a significant drop in UV light from the Sun - solar panels in the south west might only put out 10 % of there out put - in the deep south Central US on an average day solar panels only generate 15 % of there out put on a clear sun day the humidity defuses the Sun's UV light that panels need - only Thin Film solar panels work ok in this area - they generate some powered on overcast & cloudy days but not much & 12 % full out put at noon day for 2 hrs or so - but generate some power the intire day
@sherryakuta
3 жыл бұрын
I am a mom of 4 and a newbie at all of this. Perhaps if you could put out a “for beginners with zero knowledge” video to show us how to connect the panels to a source? What wires go where and how to actually plug things in. How to connect to a solar generator and how and where to access the power needed. Sounds trivial I know but I’m sure there are more individuals like myself who could benefit from step by step dumbed down instruction. Appreciate your content!
@howtodave1725
3 жыл бұрын
you should go check out this channel "DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse" put all that in the search bar his channel has tons of how to on solar for newbies
@baneverything5580
3 жыл бұрын
See HOBOTECH KZitem channel too. He has a video about this.
@IrelandVonVicious
3 жыл бұрын
If you want the simplest and easiest way to deal with this I'd go Jackery. You pay extra but get easy as can be setup and take down. Plus it's rugged. Other systems can give more bang for the buck but you do give up the ease of use and/or quality. Size of system can make huge differences in what you can do with it. I personally like the 1000watt (or more) so you can use a cheap microwave to heat water. This size also uses more than one panel so if one goes down you still can make some power. 500w will work for medical purposes cpap/nebulizer including a mini fridge to keep meds cold if needed. It's also good for a small swamp cooler in a window. Anything less is just to charge electronics for communications, lights or small fans. Hope this helped.
@sherryakuta
3 жыл бұрын
@@IrelandVonVicious thank you so much for this information!!!
@IrelandVonVicious
3 жыл бұрын
@@sherryakuta No problem. One more thing to consider is Jackery's don't have a lot of charge cycles (500) as they are bit older battery technology. But if you want a year of electricity with setup that is super easy to understand it's worth it. The 1000watt is hard to find in stock (highest recommend) and the 1500 and up need too many panels. Jackery panels cost a lot compared to many others. If you want something that is more for years of camping go with something that has more charge cycles. The same watts mentioned for your needs still apply.
@ABS0LUT3_S0LVER
3 жыл бұрын
One of the most important pieces of advice for people new to solar panes is, don't freak out when your amp output suddenly drops to .5 even in full direct sunlight. It just means your battery is charged. Took me two frustrating days to figure that one out.
@parkerposey788
3 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing. In the process of purchasing. Thank you!
@CityPrepping
3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! hope it serves as a primer when shopping them.
@echopapa243
3 жыл бұрын
Watch Will Prowse before buying
@dropshot1967
3 жыл бұрын
I have been a subscriber for several years, but only recently started viewing more of your videos. I must say that your video's the last few months have been high quality productions with lots of information. Thank you for your work in producing these video's.
@fishcreekcountrygal9896
3 жыл бұрын
I'm just coming out of a 24 hour power outage and have been using my Goal Zero Yeti 1250 for many years. But because of the increased frequency of outages, I'm looking to add or upgrade to my current system, so I appreciate this timely video!
@arkansaslady1872
3 жыл бұрын
I couldn't have asked for any better timing on this video, Thank you. I've been looking at solar panels for the past 2 days trying to figure out what is the best for me, my needs and my budget. So much to consider. You have saved me many hours of sorting out options.
@OnusBones
3 жыл бұрын
I've been experimenting with a variety of these devices. When you decide to go solar, define your needs first. Optimize those needs to reduce power requirements, then find the products that will meet them. If you take heating (from a pot of coffee to a living area) off the table, it's amazing what you can run with just a few solar panels, from a 20W-30W folder for device and battery charging, to a couple of fixed 100W panels to run a refrigerator, laptop, and charge tool batteries.
@OnusBones
3 жыл бұрын
@@robertpace901 I'm interested in long-term outages myself. Based on its EnergyStar label, the freezer needs ~22W. Let's say 30W to account for non-lab conditions. Allowing for conversion losses, a single 100W panel should have no trouble powering it under "good" conditions, meaning mostly clear skies. Conditions are of course not going to be good all the time, and they will be worse much more often than they will be better; I'd probably use a minimum of 200W of panels charging a power box that would run the freezer. Additional panels would charge another box being used for tool and general battery charging. The freezer would have alternating 2-gallon jugs of water placed in it, which would go into the regular fridge (turning it into an "icebox") on alternate days. Some of my estimates come from a test I did a while back, where a single 100W panel was not quite able to keep up with the demands of a 45W compressor cooler; the day was mostly cloudy with rain sprinkles, quite far from "good" conditions.
@OnusBones
3 жыл бұрын
@@robertpace901 They're pretty much universal, with one of a few types of standard connectors (MC4, Anderson Powerpole, or SAE) used. Adapters to a barrel connector are typically provided, if needed, and adapters for the other types are readily available.
@OnusBones
3 жыл бұрын
@@robertpace901 I visited their site, and it looks okay, except I really can't tell what cell type they are using. I've pretty much decided that my future purchases will be LiFePO4, and I don't think these are. Ask them about the cells they use.
@OnusBones
3 жыл бұрын
@@robertpace901 Subtract all those devices that heat; their power requirements are immense. As LF73 had said, use wood or propane; heck I think he suggested burning old shoes before trying to cook with a solar generator. Get a Kill-a-Watt to test your freezer; if it is efficient, it may not use too much power despite its size, but you really need to know that to determine how many panels you will need. For permanent outdoor use, you will want rigid panels like the Renogy.
@OnusBones
3 жыл бұрын
@@robertpace901 I would hate to advise something that ought to work, because the freezer "should have" low requirements, but doesn't. Until you get that Kill-a-Watt (a useful tool anyway), take what I suggest with a grain of salt. Portability raises the price a lot on panels. A power box with 1000W surge and 500W running should handle the freezer, actual run time depending on actual use and the size of the power box. Dokio makes a 300W folding panel; I bought one, but have not tested it yet.
@deedieducati2272
3 жыл бұрын
Considering the current state of world affairs, we should all have at least a solar generator for our refrigerator, and maybe a small solar generator for charging the phone, a lamp or a small fan.
@jerrygereckegod8224
3 жыл бұрын
I did.
@baneverything5580
3 жыл бұрын
I bought a Bluetti EB70 and a 5 cubic ft manual defrost Hanai chest freezer. It powers it easily. I bought two 100 watt solar panels that I can connect in parallel to charge it. I also have a Rockpals and Golabs that are both 300 watts but they won`t power a small AC fridge or the freezer because the surge from the compressor overloads them. But I can charge them while the Bluetti powers my freezer and dump their energy into it in the evening using its 200 watt AC charger to keep it going. I`m told that using a timer that only runs the freezer for 30 minutes every four hours will extend the battery of a power station but still keep food frozen.
@slaytanic921
3 жыл бұрын
@@baneverything5580 I just got my bluetti 70 and ordered a dc powered portable fridge myself. Now my food will stay fresh
@MrRandal255
3 жыл бұрын
Great Video! I have the inergy Apex with 4 flex panels and 1 hard panel on my shed roof. Works really well when the power goes out it can keep my fridge powered up, so I am happy.
@DMF716
3 жыл бұрын
I went with a major name brand solar panel Kyocera solar. I have a small off grid cabin, so 12 volts is good enuf, instead of 24 volt. 600 watts is more than enuf for my cabin. 6000ft elevation, so no AC needed in summer time. Runs my TEN TEC ARGOSY 525 and thats all I need for hf communications. Using a Morningstar 30 amp charger. 6 volt batteries that are now 9 years old. The trick is never take them down below 50%. Otherwise, you take life away out of them. I bought used panels off Craigslist. 120watt Kyocera solar panels. Good deal!
@lawrencegaceta4839
3 жыл бұрын
Very helpful information. I also consider location of panels, cleaning, and upkeep of panels, when selecting panels. I created a few custom DYI 100W in the past.
@N8TheSnake
3 жыл бұрын
Regarding the Inergy Solar Panels, they are configured in a proprietary fashion with EC8 connectors that really only makes them usable with Inergy products. They are wired to daisy chain together to an Inergy Kodiak, Apex, or Flex unit. There is no positive or negative wire like you find on solar panels traditionally.
@FairieChele
3 жыл бұрын
Great info and timely as I'm picking up a couple panels next weekend. This explains a lot without making me feel stupid. Thanks!
@CityPrepping
3 жыл бұрын
knowing is half the battle :) glad i could provide you with some hopefully useful information when deciding which option you want to pursue.
@brookeshomesweethomestead2822
3 жыл бұрын
Yes my husband and I are looking into this for our apartment freezer 7.0.
@georgesrisomsak9650
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. The efficiency of info being condensed in this one is incredible. You should review more items and make a review channel. Your really really good. I'm glad to have solar for a hobby, starting about 6 years ago. I personally found flexible sun power panels to be most efficient and lightweight while giving good value for the $. The down side is they aren't as tough an option, so you have to be careful with them. A few tips for those learning. Buy the silver bubble wrap style insulation, and use it to refract more light into panels you already have for super cheap. Save weight, increase power output, and make use of what you already have to the fullest extent. In the years I've tested and played with this "cheat" I've had zero I'll effects with many type panels. I've proved some serious gain in output using this simple method. As in 50+% output, consistent. Maybe reduce panel life over extensive time, but worth the mention. Mppt solar controller is a MUST. Worth the $ for making full use of the panels you intend to use. Also, check out diy solar projects with Will Prouse. Excellent channel for in-depth reviews on storage and solar, giving you the best value for the $ possible. Highly recommend, just as this channel.
@silvergoldsaver779
3 жыл бұрын
I think you meant "parallel" (vs series) earlier in the video around 1:30. In parallel, when one panel is shaded, the system still works. In series, when one panel is shaded, it drops the whole system.
@penguinatedthings305
3 жыл бұрын
Good info, I've been thinking about solar for a while now.
@T_1357_F
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. There are so many choices, and so few dollars. Making the best choice possible is more important than ever.
@CityPrepping
3 жыл бұрын
Very true!
@ericb.4358
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this well documented video AND for including the great Off Grid TREK solar blankets. Also a bit expensive! but well worth it for the efficiency and features, I have the 220 watt Off Grid TREK solar blanket to charge my BLUETTI AC200 MAX lithium IRON phosphate battery for charging my E-CELLS e-mountain bike (and a cooler in my SUV). BTW, Off Grid TREK now makes a 300 watt solar blanket. At about $2,000. you are buying the highest efficiency and most durability.
@kas3293
3 жыл бұрын
We were JUST discussing this! Thank you!!! PERFECT timing!!
@funtime77777
3 жыл бұрын
Seriously looking at fixed panels. Thanks for sharing these options. I haven’t landed on a power bank yet... so, the search continues.
@deangriffin8997
3 жыл бұрын
I started buying panels a few years ago. The latest buy was by far the best, on used one's on ebay by a company in AZ does specializes in such. Many solar panels farms get completely warranted and some are just fine to use for years and years, Take advantage of the cooperate write off and warranty stuff is my advice.
@anxiousstacker7945
3 жыл бұрын
What an awesome comparison. Actually the best I’ve seen. Unfortunately I need one so bad but I’m on an extremely limited budget and I’ve only been prepping and stocking food for about 7-8 months so I still have a long way to go. I still need water options so I need to figure out how I can get what I need
@wadepriest4544
3 жыл бұрын
I have 6 harbor freight 100wat solar kits that goes to two 400 watt harbor freight couplers then runs to 7 ,100 amp hour 12vdc rv battery's inside a pie deck box 5x2 of the 2 charge controllers that came in the kit .the battery run a 1500 watt Jupiter inverter from harbor f.then piped it a box inside the house to a dpdt switch surface mounted boxes, one is a receptacle and one feed from house receptacle. I'd battery charged and full sun will run a apartment size refrigerator 2 days so I split the time 12hrs on solar and 12 on the bloodsuckers
@RGMiron
3 жыл бұрын
I have found it depends on your location and how reliable your sun light is and your battery bank for storage. I have a gas generator as back up to charge my generator on the stormy days in winter. I strongly recommend a back-up if freezer is on line. I like solar and am looking forward to panel break throughs and Storage improvement.
@Wolverine2222
3 жыл бұрын
I got my 215 off grid Trek solar blanket and I use it with my inert apex. I love both products but I order the inergy flex 1500 in may of last year and I am still waiting for my system. I am still waiting patiently for my unit. Keep doing your videos they are very informative.
@CityPrepping
3 жыл бұрын
sorry you're waiting. every company i work with is having the same problem getting their products shipped out due to supply issues.
@mytinyretirement
3 жыл бұрын
Solar power is on our wish-list and not just for emergency preparedness. We're hoping that at some point we'll just be doing our thing and if there's a shtf situation, we'll barely notice. That's the goal anyway
@bullishharvey8793
3 жыл бұрын
Where there is will there is a way. And both those things exist under the sun. Great video thanks 👍
@charchark365
3 жыл бұрын
One good option is to look for not only solar but also wind to charge the system.. The one I'm looking at is natures generator... Lead acid batteries (the one downside) but it does offer an input for a small wind turbine to also charge the system....
@pamelariley6694
3 жыл бұрын
Just bought 1
@charchark365
3 жыл бұрын
Youuuu should definitely offer me some feedback on performance when you have the opportunity to utilize it and test it out... Congratulations though, that's awesome... I'm definitely looking more heavily at getting that one, just practicing due diligence and researching other options to make sure I'm getting the best for my monies....
@johnbrowniv
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you CP. excellent timing g as I just purchased the Intergy generator.
@Utah_Mike
3 жыл бұрын
Last spring I purchased a 3500 watt system with 400 watt foldable solar (very happy). I waited as I thought a generator was the way to go. I now know that you need a combined system, both gas generator & solar.
@bonnieswenson9925
3 жыл бұрын
Look into a small wind generator for nighttime production. Lots of maintenance though.
@clove2321
3 жыл бұрын
thank you. this video helps a lot, i have been testing different brands to find what would be best on roof tops.
@hshadowens9695
21 күн бұрын
Any chance you would do a video on now you bought a solar generator what do you do with it? How do you use it? Can I plug it into the outside of my RV and plug things in on the inside? Thank you!
@1legendarylady
3 жыл бұрын
In this video, you stated panels will degrade in performance every degree above 77ºF. What's the best way to combat this in a sun-rich, hot environment like Phoenix, AZ?
@Dawnfinn03
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you perfect timing I have been looking
@Nothing19800
3 жыл бұрын
THANKS FOR THIS!!! I was going to buy one for my milin 622w
@collinE83
3 жыл бұрын
The ecoflow looks like the best price on this list while still being pretty portable. I think you could still dip further into the affordability market with Harbor Freight’s options, but this still gives a good overview of what to expect.
@seancushman
3 жыл бұрын
Harbor Freight? Why would he tell someone to flush their money by buying their panel?
@jnsky1249
3 жыл бұрын
I am not sure if the EcoFlow on this video is 110W. I have one and it is four sections, not two as shown in the video. The EcoFlow is quite heavy at 13 pounds. If I had a Jackery I would much rather have one of those just for the weight and ease of use alone.
@JCFOGERTYFAN
2 ай бұрын
Hi City Prepping, I am very thankful I found your channel by chance! Your videos are very informative & easy to follow. I was not specific enough in my question to you. I am not sure what connections I need for the Off Grid Trek 300w Solar blanket to connect to my Anker solix f3800. Could you let me know if there are any other connections I would need to get? I'm thankful for how you have helped us all. I have joined City Prepping.
@Liam.caliber
2 жыл бұрын
“Boots on the ground” (southern prepper 1) has much to learn from you. I like you both… But a collaboration is in order.
@charcomojado
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this concise and short video.
@only1fullmetal
3 жыл бұрын
Started looking at solar! Very helpful video!
@johnv.3323
3 жыл бұрын
Good luck getting your hands on an Inergy flex anytime soon.. Ordered mine 14 months ago and was told they were 2months out to sending my unit due to them only shipping orders that were placed March 2020 at the moment. Had to get a a jackery 1500 to hold me off just in case for this years hurricane season. Hope they have been performing for those whom already received their units.
@7466ypb
3 жыл бұрын
If you sold the BugOut bags fully equipped and ready to go they would probably sell well👍
@CapitanFantasma1776
2 жыл бұрын
Great info for a beginner like me. Thanks!
@titanpreparedness
3 жыл бұрын
Apparently theres a used market where you can get a 250w for only $50 a piece. Will prowse did a video a while back. Seems like a great cheap option for home based.
@CityPrepping
3 жыл бұрын
yeh, that's definitely worth looking into.
@able880
3 жыл бұрын
If you live in a low Sun area as in the deep south central inexspencive solar panel kits as Harbor Freight sells can work - the active material on those panels is very thin - an inexpencive solar panel might only handle a yr of sun in the south west and the material will brake down and the out put will sharply decrease - were the better panels can last for decades in full sun day in and day out - I know of panels that were installed on micro wave repeters 30 yrs ago that still generate full power in the south west
@Cantgetusernam
Жыл бұрын
I hope someone can help me, I have 8 used good shape commercial solar panels 36.77V 220w each. Model CHSM6610P-220 (220W). I want to install them on my 16' cargo trailer vto have complete power off grid to use it as a toy hauler / travel trailer. Being off grid for a week at a time. I also want to use the trailer as an emergency power system for my mobile home when the power goes out so I plan on having a connection to power my mobile home in those cases. I already have a 5,000 watt 12v sine wave inverter with 8 to 10k surge. Will be installing a 14k HVAC system in the trailer to keep cool and heat when needed during hunting season. What would be the best way to connect my solar panels together and a good solar controller should I use. Also how many batteries do you think I would need to accomplish this? The trailer will have water and a on demand propane tankless water heater and small fridge with led lighting as well. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
@mamabear8359
3 жыл бұрын
Great video I'm looking into getting a solar generator it was really helpful. Thank you for the great information!
@ot505
3 жыл бұрын
Good stuff. I really want to buy (2) of the off grid trek solar blankets to charge my inergy kodiak. I'm also looking at the powerwerx 300 watt panels. Its sold out everywhere!
@dwaynegriffin5835
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks CP for another great video
@justpatty7328
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent information, thank you for your thorough research and time to assist us all. God bless you.
@CityPrepping
3 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome
@bobbymalcich63
3 жыл бұрын
thank you for the video city prepping!!
@giveitaswingoutdoorswithsm2901
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info 😉👍 very informative All the Best Smith 🎣🍻
@steelrock6666
3 жыл бұрын
Still waiting for the Flex I pre-ordered last year; was looking into the powerfilm, however I am now intrigued by the off grid trek blanket. Looking forward to that video before I pull the trigger. Buy once cry once
@CityPrepping
3 жыл бұрын
> Buy once cry once ... exactly! the off grid blanket is definitely worth looking into. it's got a smaller footprint and produces the same amount as the powerfilm and is actually cheaper. it's my new favorite solar panel option.
@MrNiceGuy500
2 жыл бұрын
I like my 120w progeny solar panels
@ozzie3056
3 жыл бұрын
I recently purchase a ecoflow delta. It accepts 400w charging . Should I go with ecoflow solar panels or are there better options as far as price and quality? I plan on using it to camp.
@Vandell33
3 жыл бұрын
Great content as always. Very informative. Thank you.
@advancedxdirective
3 жыл бұрын
I have 3 bluetti SP 120s I hope il get to test them out soon. for more long term mounting I am looking at the bouge rv 180s
@freedomfighter1861
3 жыл бұрын
Can you demonstrate a series and parallel connection? Thanks
@CityPrepping
3 жыл бұрын
admittedly i kinda skimmed over that point. tried not getting too deep into the weeds on the technical with this video (wanted to focus a bit more on the application side of things), but i will do a more advanced video soon going into these types of details. great question.
@freedomfighter1861
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome just got some panels, and trynna figure out too hook them up you slightly touched on it but would like to know more especially while hooked up to the flex or yeti!
@vickinicodemo2576
3 жыл бұрын
Hello I really appreciate all your helpful videos. I am new to prepping. We live in Arizona so it’s sunny all the time however we are very close to our neighbors so when TSHTF I want to be prepared and under the radar so it appears the solar way is the way to go. My concerns is powering a refrigerator and probably some kind electric cook-top. We have spent a lot of money on meat And I think cooking outside even with a propane camp stove would draw a lot of attention. Can you tell me what type of solar panels/generators would be good for this? Thank you
@Mass.Effect
3 жыл бұрын
Whoa up...I have rigid monocrystaline 100 watt panel's and even on heavily clouded day's the produce power...not as much as on a sunny day but produce power! I believe the Charge Controller makes the biggest difference. I use a MPPT now but I started out with a PWM! The difference in the amount of power you get from a MPPT versus a PWM is like night and day!!! But and this is the really expensive part...you must have a battery bank big enough to store the energy you truly need!°°
@conundrumconundrum5589
3 жыл бұрын
Ecoflow is giving hints of a 400watt portable panel in the near future. That blanket thing is crazy expensive.
@inkscars6380
2 жыл бұрын
Maybe an odd question but I have a small solar kit if I don’t have it plugged in or hooked up it’s just for emergencies would an emp or solar flare still fry the panels or the rest of the system?
@bigtony4829
3 жыл бұрын
I've checked my bank balance and my option is non of the above ...
@trishthehomesteader9873
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks CP!💜
@alexm3412
3 жыл бұрын
“Wired in series in case one breaks the rest will still work”?? Can you confirm this or did you mean wired in parallel
@JugglinJellyTake01
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, series doesn't make sense.
@shanecorkrock
3 жыл бұрын
Hi City Prepping. Great video as always. Question: Have you ever looked at Hydracell? Have you tested it? Any thoughts? Thanks, Shane
When others have done these videos as you have, it's interesting to note that there is no mention of anything related to Goal Zero. They were the original introduction to this kind of tech. I jumped on the early bandwagon and bought one of their hernia Yeti's with an agm battery in them. Goal Zero had a great initial idea but with so many other decent players on the market with much more competitive pricing, Goal Zero seems to have fallen by the wayside. For the majority of their products, their overall cost per watt is extremely high! I'm a jackary fan and have a couple of the lithium 500 units but I'm now starting to lean toward ecoflow.
@mschenandlerbong8539
3 жыл бұрын
I’m curious how long it takes to change an iphone, an AA battery, a laptop, etc. Could you ever run a bedroom AC?
@ot505
3 жыл бұрын
Running an A/c would be tough. You'd need a lot of power. I really want to get the Titan solar generator. Ive seen videos of people powering small off grid cabins, and running serious power tools and welders with them.
@mschenandlerbong8539
3 жыл бұрын
Rob Hunter Thanks so much. I’m not necessarily looking to run an AC unit, i just wanted to know how to calculate what it can do. Thanks a lot for the guidance there!
@WTF-vv8ic
3 жыл бұрын
There are videos on KZitem on how to run a small AC unit with Solar panels . But just FYI you better bring your credit card
@ferebeefamily
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the information.
@duckman12569
3 жыл бұрын
The thing about a lot of electrical preps is unless you're using them often, they tend to lose their 'zero point' I think the term is. It's not something you can just throw in the BoB and forget it for a year, or it'll be useless by the time you might need it, you wouldn't know, and you wasted the resources that could have otherwise gone to something you would still be able to use, like mechanical handtools.. Just my experience with buying dynamo hand-crank items, they lose that functionality. Even a powerbank that I got with a hand crank.. the usb charge still works fine.. But the hand-crank is dead. If I didn't use it regularly to charge an item when the slots on my PC are at a premium, it would also probably be dead at this point. Guess if you're going for these bigger ticket items try to incorporate them into your life instead of having them sitting there as a 'just-in-case' item.
@TeamFrancescoOfficial
11 күн бұрын
Good info, thanks.
@steveg9744
3 жыл бұрын
More power Mr. Kris!
@Mass.Effect
3 жыл бұрын
The top concern's should be construction and efficiency
@christinemitchell9260
3 жыл бұрын
This might be a dumb question but I’m thinking of getting solar for my home. Are there alternatives? How do solar generators compare? Where I live in California we rarely have power outages but who knows what’s to come. Thanks God bless
@markhuber8345
3 жыл бұрын
Again, love the content and the “Zero” shirt.. SP👍
@jarodspade1
3 жыл бұрын
Pre-ordered the inergy flex with 4 panels and now I'm thinking I should have just got the generator and bought solar blankets instead.
@MattPritchardOfficial
3 жыл бұрын
I ordered the same. following the link, the 200w Solar Blanket is almost US $1500 ($1484.99)- the cost of a flex unit+battery and about 7x the price of the storm panels (I assume you bought a kit). I'm going to give the storm panels a try and see what I can get on sunny & cloudy days. If they don't cut it, I'll resell them and put the proceeds towards a different solar setup.
@N8TheSnake
3 жыл бұрын
@@MattPritchardOfficial I own the Apex unit from Inergy and it is worth having the battery with the Flex. While the inverter itself is capable, the battery power on hand helps balance out the solar production (or lack thereof) so you don't suddenly lose power when a cloud passes over. If you can stand the wait time, it's worth it. The product works great.
@MJYouAreNotAlone1
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for trying to help but I have no idea what I should get. If I am just wanting to run three refrigerator freezers some fans and some lights what would I need?
@balakishakis6614
3 жыл бұрын
It's easier to maintain a generator rather than a solar panel. Cheaper too. Build a simple wind turbine or something.
@billsmith981
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent information, thank you
@CityPrepping
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@itsme-qi7jq
3 жыл бұрын
And have a decent generator on back up . Store that fuel
@bonnieswenson9925
3 жыл бұрын
Get an ethanol permit (good for 1000 gallons) and start cutting your fuel with it to find the sweet spot your generator likes. I ran trimmers, lawnmowers, my generator, dirt bike and other things off it while saving the precious Gasoline ⛽. Plus, you get to sit around the stil and make memories. Edit, sometimes it was only able to take a 20% addition, but that's still 20%!
@bonnieswenson9925
3 жыл бұрын
@Osama Number5 it takes corn, yeast sugar and time to make ethanol. Not sure what your lab looks like, but popcorn had a sweet setup. Edit- Wood is Carbon Neutral, so....
@bonnieswenson9925
3 жыл бұрын
@Osama Number5 Google "is wood carbon neutral." Have a good day. Edit 4-50 lb bag of cracked corn from the feed store make more than you will use in 6 months. The water doesn't have to be clean, your not drinking it. I did this for 10 years. It works.
@bonnieswenson9925
3 жыл бұрын
@richtea78 lol, mkay. That's rich. Edit. If you knew what you were talking about, you'd know, ethanol only hurts fuel pumps and the likes. Lawnmowers, weed whackers, motorcycles, generators, DON'T have Fuel Pumps. And like I said, start SMALL and increase for the device, don't let it ping. Mkay. Go get a junk whacker and try it yourself. You might believe it then.
@seancushman
3 жыл бұрын
@Osama Number5 how can wood not be carbon neutral? It can't release more carbon than it took up while growing can it?
@berniesully9173
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the links
@StrugeLabs
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Trying to figure out how to power my freezer without a generator in case electricity goes out. Guess I'd need two 200w ones and the battery.
@baneverything5580
3 жыл бұрын
I can power a 5 cubic ft manual defrost Hanai chest freezer with a Bluetti EB70 and two 100 watt panels wired in parallel. There are various problems though like cloudy days.
@justwannasay5454
3 жыл бұрын
Will Prowse is THE solar guy.
@davidjones1393
3 жыл бұрын
THKS
@Skydancer_1
Жыл бұрын
Might want to mention that the blanket from off-grid trek is a trickle only charge. Meaning it holds no charge within the unit, you have to be connected to USB and let it charge slowly. So hard to use while backpacking. You would need to wait until you get to camp unless you connect your device to USB port while hiking with the blanket unrolled. Also just so others are aware. There is no user manual for this. So if you are new to solar charging and expect to power up this device and then quickly charge your phone later, this isn't the answer. Nothing explains that when you receive it. So just be aware of what you are purchasing before hand. I'm sure it works great, but you will be waiting quite a while for a full charge on your device.
@carriebishop8568
3 жыл бұрын
Hello I am a new subscriber. I'm a 64-year-old lady that lives in Clearwater Florida and I've had my electricity and air-conditioning turned off because of hurricanes or for other reasons. So I'm looking for an easy system that I don't have to do a lot with so I was looking at that Solar blanket or that power film blanket type. Would you recommend to me and easy to use and work solar generator and I here I have to get a inverter and then which combination if I was your mother would you give me if I had to do this on my own. I appreciate you getting back with me can't wait to hear. Thank you Carrie
@6point5
3 жыл бұрын
But how does each stand up to the elements? Snow.. high winds, rain, etc.
@able880
3 жыл бұрын
As a file solar panels only work well in the south west - they perform very poorly in humid areas, rain, snow look at other comments I will mention to others - you answer is poorly in snow and rain
@Soto713
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks been in need of this info 👍🏼
@CityPrepping
3 жыл бұрын
Glad to help
@dreyusfindus9699
2 жыл бұрын
1:31 * they are wired in parallel, for anyone who‘s getting confused (happens to the best of us ;) )
@pamelamerfeld7997
3 жыл бұрын
Which is the best solar generator that will power 2 frigerators and 1 freezer ?
@amberk2124
3 жыл бұрын
Thank You again!
@bonnieswenson9925
3 жыл бұрын
I found a local place the has 250-300 watt panels for 50 "ducks" each. They're 36 and 48 volt.
@SWPG
3 жыл бұрын
santan solar !
@janfranceschi8458
3 жыл бұрын
Great video, once again.
@haizi7179
3 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing man!
@elenae4164
3 жыл бұрын
I didn't get the part about hotter than 70F degrades the solar panel ?
@elenae4164
3 жыл бұрын
I looked it up and will have lots of research to do before buying a panel here in Florida!
@DMF716
3 жыл бұрын
So a solar panel rated for 120 watts@70° will put out 7 amps approximately. At 90° , that panel only puts out 5 amps. Hope that helps.
@honeybee6674
3 жыл бұрын
What is the best solar system to buy for my French 3 door refrigerator? I live in a apartment but plan move in a home in the future. I am worried are a power outage. Thanks
@edwardschrader2853
3 жыл бұрын
Why did you not discuss what the panels needed to route to before the batteries can safely get charged
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