DIY Large Solar Generator - Part 3 - Component Mounting
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- Опубликовано: 18 окт 2016
- This is part 3 in our video series on how to build your own DIY large solar generator (2,000 Watt / 4,000W Peak). In this step we will be mounting all of the external components to the outside of the pelican case, as well as mounting the battery and major internal components to the inside.
See the full component list and build instructions here:
www.modernsurvivalists.com/ho...
Amazon links for major components used:
Inverter - amzn.to/340C7OD
Solar Panel Kit - amzn.to/2XnwqrF
Pelican 1620 Case - amzn.to/2r72RyA
Optima Battery - amzn.to/2Opj7CJ
LED flood Lamps - amzn.to/2O1kzwt
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Shurk - Innocent Man - / shirkofficial 
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Wow!! This is the best tutorial I've seen yet...
and I've watched so many my eyes are sore as well as my brain.
I love the crickets 🦗 sounding off to agree. Lol
This guy should have million subscribers.
Thanks for all time you've put in for us brother!👍
Wow, thank you!
this is the best video i have seen. the only one where someone took the time to show the people how to do it .thank you.
This video is very well done and easy to follow. Great job!
Awesome video. I referenced it a bit while making a similar project in a pelican case (as you're the only one who seems to use an actual pelican brand case, most others putting electronics in a case seem to use lesser quality ones).
FYI - for the 12V car panel with the three 1 & 1/8th inch holes that need to be cut into the case, you can simplify it even more by just taking the plastic panel outline like you did only, instead of worrying all about that first hole using the arbor in the hole saw bit, just mount the panel exactly where you want it using the 8 gauge screws on the ends of the panel. This will fix it place much more sturdy than the one terminal with the little plastic lock ring on the back and it won't have the tendency to slip down or around while drilling the holes. Basically just using that empty car panel as a template for all the holes without the arbor. The regular 5/32 drill bits really don't walk in the plastic like the hole saw does (as long as you use a little bit of pressure or you could even center punch those fastener holes).
Half of the fun of these maker projects I find is figuring out a way to do something efficiently, effectively and precisely with the resources you have. Sometimes you make compromises but when you find a perfect solution that results in an EXACT perfect fit, even for something that seems very simple, it really makes all the work worthwhile.
Very good, thanks!
Nice build! Thank you!
Nice work! Enjoying your videos.
Thanks Jim!
Great video! I'm thinking about making one of these myself, but I'll probably wear safety goggles...
Great job there buddy! Looks great! That battery you have is great, good deep cycle.
Im in the process of buiding a solar generator too! Plenty of outputs for every need lol
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Thanks for watching!
Lots of room for a bigger battery bank. Greta Video
Thanks! Yeah, I may expand the battery bank once everything else is done. I want to see what kind of typical run time capacity I can get with this first. This unit is going to get heavy fast with more batteries!
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If say you have an external charge controller flowing regulated current into the battery through the connector with the multiple pins, would that work fine in efficiently and safely charging the battery?
Awesome video. I think you got the same stupid toggle switches with the LED that I was tricked into buying. They were a pretty good price on Amazon but come to find out the LED is placed on the OFF position which is just silly. Not sure why the manufacturer thinks anyone would want the light on that side of the switch rather than the depressed/on side.
Nice video. I noticed you did not put any ventilation in. Was it not needed? I always worry about heat. Particularly in such a small enclosure.
Thanks Micheal. I haven't had any issues with heat yet. Most of my usage with heavier loads has been very intermittent. My reasoning with no ventilation is I wanted to keep everything water-tight / weatherproof, and the enclosure really is not much different than a truck toolbox, which is where these inverters are often installed. The inverter also has a built in thermal overload auto shutdown, but it has never activated for me. If it ever becomes an issue, I can always just simply open the case to give it ventilation.
What do you wire the AC input to? Does it just connect to the bus bar?
That's a very nice, but expensive case you got there ! After investing so much into this system, I'm wondering why you went for a PWM solar charger VS a PMTT type?
A modular tool system box allows the ability to expand the system in the future easier if one chooses.
With all these components sealed up, did notice high temp inside the case? Some of these bills include fans to cool down the internal temp, I know your build was to make it completely weatherproof so I was curious
I haven't noticed any problems, however weather permitting I will usually open the case to let it breathe fresh air if I am working it hard. I prefer this approach since it gives it the fresh air, but still allows it to be weather tight when needed.
Have you had any problems with water coming in through the screw holes?
Great video! I'm thinking about making one of these myself and was wondering how much all of this cost.
That's what I'd like to know, please let me know if you find out. Wonder why most/all DIY
Demos don't mention prices...
Bout $1200 for all needed components including the case
13:30 says use 14 ga for 30 amp. I think you need at least 10 ga. for 30 amp. 14 ga is only rated for 15 amps.
Currently building similar setup and replayed that very portion a good 10 times bc I thought I had overlooked something. Glad I scrolled through comments to find this. Thanks for the confirmation.
Hey where’d u get 12 volt Gaige pod from & what’s the correct name of it. I couldn’t look it up bro.
Great work, but it sure makes me nervous to watch people drill holes in those expensive Pelicans. :-)
Thanks! The first hole is always the hardest one to make. : )
What about a 30amp outlet? I want to run my diy solar generator through a transfer switch to my home. None of the videos i've seen so far have a 30am outlet on them.
Nice job. When will you post the wiring video?
Thanks Tim. I will be finishing up the wiring and editing the video for that this week.
Hi Tim, I have posted the wiring (part 4) with some photos: www.modernsurvivalists.com/build-large-solar-generator-part-4-wiring/#.WDMtYkmV5aQ
Still working on editing the video though!
Hello, whats model this tool box ?
Where can I get the black rubber extension cord for the trickle charger?
This is the one I used in the video. It seems to be excellent quality: amzn.to/2fNpnRS
Is this expandable? Can we put more batteries ans solar panels with it?
Yes, I did another video covering the expand ability for this system. I have quick connects to add both additional battery boxes to create a battery bank, and also a method to attach multiple solar panels as well.
Hi Mark, good series. I see where you've posted photos from part 4, I'm wondering if you did a video of that? Thanks.
Thanks Allan! Yep, I just posted the part 4 video. Sorry for the delay, I am terribly slow at video editing.
No worry. I used to edit videos myself and know how much work is involved in it. I appreciate how much work you put into the series. Very well done.
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Do u have a parts list and where to locate all the components?
Yes, see the link to the blog post in the videos description. The blog post has Amazon links for all the parts.
I have posted the wiring (part 4) with some photos:
www.modernsurvivalists.com/build-large-solar-generator-part-4-wiring/#.WDMtYkmV5aQ
What is the price of making one of these
It has changed over time, and I have had to substitute different inverters and some other components as the become no longer available. I don't have the total added up currently, but it is usually roughly half the cost vs buying a similar premanufactured model. You can see the total component list and prices on my blog here: www.modernsurvivalists.com/how-to-build-a-2000-watt-solar-generator-part-1/