I couldn’t agreed more for those in van life. Portable battery generator should be your main source of power for your van. Run all the required cable and outlets to a location where you will place your battery generator and hook them up. No need to fuzz around with inverters and all the setup.
Good video! A couple of things worth mentioning. First, solar and cigarette lighter charging may be too slow for large power stations that get deeply discharged. This can be addressed by having some sort of B2B charger. Ecoflow makes an alternator charging system for ~$400. Second, power stations may not have sufficient ports or ports in a convenient location, for more sophisticated builds. The solution is to install outlets whatever desired, running the lines to a distribution box that is powered by the high output port on the power station. On the Delta Pro, that's the Anderson ports.
As far as i know, you can only daisy chain (to double the power output) an ecoflow delta *Pro* model .. i.e that feature is not available for ecoflow delta 1 or 2 "standard" or Max models only Pro (and above) ... however can add an extra battery to all the delta models that adds more capacity (but not power/output)
Eco Flow EF3 Delta Pro 1300's for 2 and a River 2 Pro and 3 Eco Flow Portable Solar Panels for Boondocking and 2 Arrays of Eco Worthy 400 watt Fixed BiFacial Panels for The Ranch work really well
These are great depending on what you want to do. The reason I don't have one is the max 10 amps. If you have anything that draws more than that on startup it's not going to work out for you.
Thanks for posting this video. I also live an alternative lifestyle, currently I live up at the Grand Canyon. We lose power quite often and with what's going on in the world you never know what's going to happen. I have actually in my shopping cart right now a Delta 2 and 2 100 watt panels, but I've seen so many people talking about having issues with them and not so many small channels like this that explain they have used them and had no issues. My plans are to build out either a full-size Bluebird or a shuttle bus from my lady and I during my tenure here. I've already got my eyes on the vehicle or Vehicles LOL depending on how much money I have when I go to purchase, and it would be nice to have power ready to go when I got them. Again I appreciate you posting this video and you have changed my mind back towards the positive. Can I ask what happened to the first one?
@JNOBODYOFFICIAL the first delta I bought. I would run it down to 0 charge often, and I think that kills these units. Also, I overloaded it a few times with my ASUS gaming pc. They drew an insane amount of power 🔋 😳 😭 So now I use playstation 5, and there is no heavy draw on power 🤔 Hope that helps 🙂
I see you're using 200w solar to basically stay at 100%, thats amazing. I also see Ecoflow provide their own 400w panel + alternator charger, do you think with both of these combined you can basically have the ecoflow running 24/7 at 100%? (more or less)
@eddy_creative Yeah, the panels I am using are the cheapest for sale on Amazon. I'm getting a newer truck, and on that build, I'll add 4x 400w panels to my new Delta max 2. However, that's overkill. But it's ok. I have no bills. I live in my truck rent-free. 😆 oh yeah I'm definitely getting the alt as well.
Awesome value! I prefer simple plug and play and am about to start my van life journey. So studying for reliability mostly. I would be extremely happy with 3 years since I've seen vids of people saying some their products conked out in two weeks. Granted it was the smaller bluetti and Jackeries and a smaller delta, so maybe thats a factor. But hearing someone say 5 years from 2 Delta products is encouraging. From reading the comments someone said thats not the Delta 2. Can you let me know what the one that lasted 3 years was? Thx!
Yes, my mistake was I am using the Delta, not the Delta 2. So it's the less expensive one, and I saw on Amazon that they are on sale for 600 bucks. After that person pointed it out I bought the Delta 2 Max as an upgrade. But yeah the Delta was more than enough power for me. Good luck hope you have fun on your build!
Heater is a no go. I tried that and it over loaded. I'm not sure how big of a power bank you would even need to do that but it's not a good idea in any case. Power for off grid is as important as water you don't waste a drop. Find other ways to heat like most van lifers. I use the mr.budy for that. Others use the diesel heater. As for a fridge, I'm my cade that is also a waste of power so I don't use one. Nor do I miss having one lol. You can power one on the Delta but your slow dripping you power away for maybe a few eggs and bacon or beer lol Hope this helps
What about a ac inverter? Is there a port to plug one in? Are you able to Use one of those usb ports to run out to a fuse box to distribute dc power plugs to several point in the van?
If you go to Amazon, you can look up the Ecoflow Delta it's on sale for 600. That's the one in the video I miss spoke and called it the Delta 2. However, when you look it up, there is everything you need to know about it in detail. I just show how simple an all in one solar power station was perfect for my needs. Good luck. I hope you get the awnsers
There were a lot of backstories that distracted my attention....If I'm not mistaking, the initial hardcore setup you had at the left hand side of the van had been replaced with that minimalist clean setup of the Bluetti right? now, I know you have 3 x 100W panels on top of the van, what other gadget needs to go into what before finally plugging the charging cable into the Bluetti to get the juice flowing in? logically you would have like an extension plugged into the AC input of the Bluetti that allows u to plug in multiple devices simultaneously 'cos don't tell me u plug each device directly into the powerpack do u?
@Sir-Kay I never had bluetti, I'm only for using Ecoflow because I trust the brand. Hooking up solar panels is pretty easy, and yes, you can plug the Ecoflow right into a regular power outlet to recharge the unit
I have that set up in 3 of my builds so far. Brought it from Walmart. It's a standing rotation fan. I removed the bottom stand. Placed it sideway on a homemade shelf. Plug and play ▶️ 🙌 😎
That was 5 years ago with panels, you can get this same Delta in the video for 600 dollars 💸 on sale on Amazon right now. Also this is not the Delta 2 I miss spoke in the video so the Delta is just fine. Good luck 👍
@@lawrencedavidson6195Be what you preach and make a video tutorial showing everyone how to do that. Otherwise don't preach it when someone's telling you they got five years (which is outstanding value) out of product.
I couldn’t agreed more for those in van life. Portable battery generator should be your main source of power for your van. Run all the required cable and outlets to a location where you will place your battery generator and hook them up. No need to fuzz around with inverters and all the setup.
I totally agree, I also got an Ecoflow running everything in my van!!
Do you have the ecoflow 400w solar panel system charging it?
Good video! A couple of things worth mentioning. First, solar and cigarette lighter charging may be too slow for large power stations that get deeply discharged. This can be addressed by having some sort of B2B charger. Ecoflow makes an alternator charging system for ~$400. Second, power stations may not have sufficient ports or ports in a convenient location, for more sophisticated builds. The solution is to install outlets whatever desired, running the lines to a distribution box that is powered by the high output port on the power station. On the Delta Pro, that's the Anderson ports.
Sou do BRASIL e seu vídeo foi incrível, Obrigado pela dica.
As far as i know, you can only daisy chain (to double the power output) an ecoflow delta *Pro* model .. i.e that feature is not available for ecoflow delta 1 or 2 "standard" or Max models only Pro (and above) ... however can add an extra battery to all the delta models that adds more capacity (but not power/output)
Eco Flow EF3 Delta Pro 1300's for 2 and a River 2 Pro and 3 Eco Flow Portable Solar Panels for Boondocking and 2 Arrays of Eco Worthy 400 watt Fixed BiFacial Panels for The Ranch work really well
These are great depending on what you want to do. The reason I don't have one is the max 10 amps. If you have anything that draws more than that on startup it's not going to work out for you.
Thanks for posting this video. I also live an alternative lifestyle, currently I live up at the Grand Canyon. We lose power quite often and with what's going on in the world you never know what's going to happen. I have actually in my shopping cart right now a Delta 2 and 2 100 watt panels, but I've seen so many people talking about having issues with them and not so many small channels like this that explain they have used them and had no issues. My plans are to build out either a full-size Bluebird or a shuttle bus from my lady and I during my tenure here. I've already got my eyes on the vehicle or Vehicles LOL depending on how much money I have when I go to purchase, and it would be nice to have power ready to go when I got them. Again I appreciate you posting this video and you have changed my mind back towards the positive. Can I ask what happened to the first one?
@JNOBODYOFFICIAL the first delta I bought. I would run it down to 0 charge often, and I think that kills these units. Also, I overloaded it a few times with my ASUS gaming pc. They drew an insane amount of power 🔋 😳 😭
So now I use playstation 5, and there is no heavy draw on power 🤔
Hope that helps 🙂
Just got an Ecoflow, this is encouraging.
No fridge in there?
I see you're using 200w solar to basically stay at 100%, thats amazing. I also see Ecoflow provide their own 400w panel + alternator charger, do you think with both of these combined you can basically have the ecoflow running 24/7 at 100%? (more or less)
@eddy_creative Yeah, the panels I am using are the cheapest for sale on Amazon. I'm getting a newer truck, and on that build, I'll add 4x 400w panels to my new Delta max 2. However, that's overkill. But it's ok. I have no bills. I live in my truck rent-free. 😆 oh yeah I'm definitely getting the alt as well.
Awesome value! I prefer simple plug and play and am about to start my van life journey. So studying for reliability mostly. I would be extremely happy with 3 years since I've seen vids of people saying some their products conked out in two weeks. Granted it was the smaller bluetti and Jackeries and a smaller delta, so maybe thats a factor.
But hearing someone say 5 years from 2 Delta products is encouraging. From reading the comments someone said thats not the Delta 2. Can you let me know what the one that lasted 3 years was? Thx!
Yes, my mistake was I am using the Delta, not the Delta 2. So it's the less expensive one, and I saw on Amazon that they are on sale for 600 bucks.
After that person pointed it out I bought the Delta 2 Max as an upgrade.
But yeah the Delta was more than enough power for me.
Good luck hope you have fun on your build!
Add the new Ecoflow 800w alternator charger and you’re gold.
Not compatible with this original delta you have to have one of the models that have the expansion battery ports
I realized that this is the delta so I bought the delta 2 max. I love it ❤❤❤ and will also get the new add ons
@@ShawnVanNinja you will be very happy with it I have had my delta max for over a year now with daily use
You can still use a 48v converter and get the same thing for $200 and use it with any delta. 16awg wires too.
Nice video. I also have an EcoFlow. Quick question, what are you using for your internet?
@@vantastic_voyage337 Im using T mobile internet tower. It's been awesome. I travel a lot and rarely lose internet.
@@ShawnVanNinja thanks I’ve been trying to figure it out before we make our maiden voyage
Do you power a fridge and a heater as well ? Also how long can it run for without charging ?
Heater is a no go. I tried that and it over loaded. I'm not sure how big of a power bank you would even need to do that but it's not a good idea in any case. Power for off grid is as important as water you don't waste a drop. Find other ways to heat like most van lifers. I use the mr.budy for that. Others use the diesel heater.
As for a fridge, I'm my cade that is also a waste of power so I don't use one. Nor do I miss having one lol. You can power one on the Delta but your slow dripping you power away for maybe a few eggs and bacon or beer lol
Hope this helps
In your cover photo it shows your dc to dc converter? I was looking forward to seeing that setup but nothing in this video?
When you say DC to DC can you please explain what you want in detail?
@@ShawnVanNinja just your setup. How you wired your converter
What about a ac inverter? Is there a port to plug one in? Are you able to Use one of those usb ports to run out to a fuse box to distribute dc power plugs to several point in the van?
If you go to Amazon, you can look up the Ecoflow Delta it's on sale for 600. That's the one in the video I miss spoke and called it the Delta 2. However, when you look it up, there is everything you need to know about it in detail.
I just show how simple an all in one solar power station was perfect for my needs.
Good luck. I hope you get the awnsers
Delta 2 only Came out two years ago. Ur video is delta 1 first gen
Yes, I know someone pointed that out last week. I just brought the D2 Max. This video is a really good review for the cheaper delta
What type of solar panel you have? Do you mind sharing a link please …
DOKID 4x100 monocrystalline 12v
They are super cheap on sale for 214.00 dollars on Amazon that's for all 4 of them. They work well for the most part.
Are you sure that's a delta 2 ?
😂 I just checked and your right it's not the D2. I just checked the D2 out and I'm going to order it! Thank you for pointing that out.
There were a lot of backstories that distracted my attention....If I'm not mistaking, the initial hardcore setup you had at the left hand side of the van had been replaced with that minimalist clean setup of the Bluetti right? now, I know you have 3 x 100W panels on top of the van, what other gadget needs to go into what before finally plugging the charging cable into the Bluetti to get the juice flowing in? logically you would have like an extension plugged into the AC input of the Bluetti that allows u to plug in multiple devices simultaneously 'cos don't tell me u plug each device directly into the powerpack do u?
@Sir-Kay I never had bluetti, I'm only for using Ecoflow because I trust the brand. Hooking up solar panels is pretty easy, and yes, you can plug the Ecoflow right into a regular power outlet to recharge the unit
What fan is th as t below the tv?
I have that set up in 3 of my builds so far. Brought it from Walmart. It's a standing rotation fan. I removed the bottom stand. Placed it sideway on a homemade shelf. Plug and play ▶️ 🙌 😎
@@ShawnVanNinja I wondered? That is a swell thought out hack! I'll have to try it!
and 2k is too much money for some people lol
That was 5 years ago with panels, you can get this same Delta in the video for 600 dollars 💸 on sale on Amazon right now. Also this is not the Delta 2 I miss spoke in the video so the Delta is just fine. Good luck 👍
@@ShawnVanNinjais this called ecofllow delta 1?
Build your own system and stop wasting money on these all in one units.
5 years of use I don't feel like I have wasted money at all. You do you.
@@ShawnVanNinja No,5 years is very good, but you could have got so much more by building your own system.
@lawrencedavidson6195 I don't doubt that at all. However, I like easy plug and play. There are pros and cons to both all in one and build your own.
@@lawrencedavidson6195Be what you preach and make a video tutorial showing everyone how to do that. Otherwise don't preach it when someone's telling you they got five years (which is outstanding value) out of product.
@@rashb3994 There's more than enough tutorial videos on youtube already, thats how i learned.