Another advantage is that you never have to be mindful about it being in your vehicle in extreme heat or extreme cold. The disadvantage is that the battery pack jumpers are more powerful. Trade offs.
Your battery needs at least 3.5V, according to the manual for the first generation of this product, which I own. My battery died in my driveway, so I took the opportunity to test this product. It had 3.7V no-load voltage left, but wouldn't charge up the Autowit jump starter. So, if your battery is really "dead" in a situation where you have no alternative means of charging up the supercap jumper, you'll be SOL. You can, however, charge this unit using a power bank that puts out at least 2a @ 5V (takes about 25 mins to charge). Regardless of this limitation, I still prefer the supercap jumper over the untrustworthy Li-ion jumpers (of which I've owned several).
Thanks so much for your opinion - I feel that same as you about these - they are better than ones you keep charged. I really don't like to have to keep something charged or have one more thing to maintain on or in the vehicle. Since I have three drivers to look after it becomes difficult to maintain them.
Good video. Just wanted to let you know the warranty period is NOT ten years. It comes with a one year warranty. It has an expected lifespan of ten years.
Hi there thanks for the awesome demonstration One question Do you know of its possible to override the feature of the device, to start a car without a battery in it, after charging the device from another car?
I don't think it would start a car w/o a battery in it. That's just my thinking though - might be wrong. Glad you liked the video though - thanks for watching :)
It's a pretty interesting idea. Although at least for me like 90% of times when i need the jumpstarter, the battery is so empty it even won't light up the lights in the dash (when you leave the lights on for example). If the battery is down at like 1 volts i don't think it would be able to charge up.
I'll have to see how it does on a completely dead battery. Maybe it takes longer to charge the capacitors but still works the same. I thought it was a great idea too and worked like advertised.
I'd be interested to see if you can/could "grab" a jump from someone else and then attach this to your car. ? I keep 25' 2/0 cables in my truck specifically because of situations where someone else is nose-in a driveway or parking space where I can't pull up in front or to the side. If I could just grab an instant boost from my truck, and didn't have to sit there, hood open and cables draped around in the snow, that would be even better.
@@jimurrata6785 It says to do that in the instructions if your battery is too low - which only takes about 3 minutes to charge it with a fully charged battery. Can be charged with a USB cable too.
@@LakesideAutobody Ok Jerry. 😉 I looked at the Amazon link you posted, but didn't see that mentioned anywhere in the description. Man, you're cleaning up with all the goodies! Hope you had a great weekend. 😎
You can always keep a cell phone battery bank along with this or charge it off someone else's car. Or just bring it in the house or work and charge it. Id rather have this then the other ones that are basically a battery bank of 18650s. This is much more versatile.
Great concept that unfortunately hasn't worked for me. Every time the battery has died, which has happened a few times, it has completely lost its charge and SuperCap 2 has been unable to jump start it, even when fully precharged. Luckily, I also have a DieHard Quick Start that I plug into a wall socket and it does the job, though it takes many hours to recharge the battery.
This thing is amazing! I've had this in my car for over a year, forgetting I had it until my car battery died yesterday. I hooked it up; it fully charged in about 10 minutes and started my car right up 👍It's nice not having to worry about keeping it charged since it isn't necessary.
It's sold on Amazon. One thing to know about this product is that you do need a bit a juice left in the battery and it does take time to charge from that juice. The good thing is that you never have to keep charging it - just leave it in the car. It's perfect for those situations where you left the lights on, left the hatch open or left the interior lights on. Hope that helps a bit - Jerry
No but I still have it. In my honest opinion though, I like the kind that hold a charge. They last almost 2 years without having to charge them. All brands are good and jump start the car like it has a new battery :)
Sort of... $150 but - never have to charge it, works in sub zero weather, charge off another batt, cigarette lighter, computer, usb, etc. and never have to worry about it - just keep it in your car/truck.
Lakeside got another question for you about the s10 frame am I better off sandblasting the truck frame to get the rust off ? What grit medium do you recommend ? Coarse black oxide? Next question do you recommend powder coating the truck frame ? Are do I just go with a rust preventive primer and rubberized undercoat for the frame you know I'm a Michigander to need your expertise and knowledge!
This is what I use: www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/black-diamond-medium-blasting-abrasives?cm_vc=-10005 - the rougher the better for frame I would say. You might want to try a needle scaler from HF. I use my air hammer and knock all the loose stuff off first. You can grind it too with fiber resin discs 24-40 grit. Let me know how it goes :)
@@LakesideAutobody Man I love the black diamond stuff in my blaster.....but you have to be careful on control arms that have pressed in ball joints I did over size a ball joint mounting hole and had to put a weld tack to secure it. On control arm and press fit spots I stick to aluminum oxide medium....frames black diamond kicks butt!
Hi. I was wondering if you might do a review of the Skin Zipper? I have seen a few people using them and I am wondering if they are as good as some people claim.
I used to have a tool something like that from a snap on tool truck or Mac tools. It worked pretty good. Here's the disadvantage that I found with my tool maybe not the Skin Zipper. 1) couldn't always get to everything so you ended up grabbing the hammer and dolly anyway. 2) didn't always pinch it together as well as a hammer and dolly so you'd end up grabbing the hammer and dolly again. 3) I didn't have as much control with the tool as I did w/ h&d - causing a ding, or some other damage. Just my opinion though - my tool worked pretty much the same a the Skin Zipper
I think you can get in on Amazon - www.amazon.com/autowit-SuperCap2-Batteryless-Capacitor-arrancador/dp/B086L29DL9/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=2UO6EN1SB4WCB&keywords=autowit&qid=1696895086&sprefix=autowit%2Caps%2C919&sr=8-1-spons&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.18630bbb-fcbb-42f8-9767-857e17e03685&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1
I don't think it holds a charge for very long. It has to be charged at the moment you need it through the car lighter, battery, or someone else's car battery or lighter socket. If you prefer that type, I really like this one - super easy to use: ruclips.net/video/gaf-CLOSe5U/видео.html
If the battery is in relatively good condition --- forever. If it is "toast" then your battery or charging system light will illuminate and you'll probably stall out as soon as the battery dies again. If no warning light, your good :)
The autowit has two functions one to start the car two is the check the alternator make sure it's charging the battery if the alternator is bad you will have no voltage when u check with the autowit to do this once you start you car with it unclip negative cable from autowit clip it back on it should show you the voltage going up if it goes down then alternators bad
@@5065ca No - never. If you're car battery has ZERO juice the Super Cap is useless. If it has a little bit of juice you're in luck - it sucks every bit of energy out of the dead battery and releases it all at once - it's actually pretty amazing. Never has to be charged until you need it - then you charge it with your dead battery (takes a few minutes)
@@LakesideAutobody have you tried using it on a completely dead battery? It’s advertised that you can charge it via USB or Cigarette lighter from another vehicle with a good battery, then hook up to dead battery to discharge. I’ve had two units and neither with discharge to a completely dead battery even if you charge the unit from a good battery. Try doing it?
@@jakeb8298 Sorry - do you mean how do you open the box that it came in? If so, I can't remember the box it came in - I just have the case that it came with now. Sorry I can't be of more help :)
Bit of a gimmick really plus it's expensive for maybe an item you'll use 1x a year at most. I'm all for cool gadgets though. They say it doesn't need charge but it does on your dead battery or cig/USB port if the dead battery hasn't got enough volts.
It really is meant for those who left their headlights on overnight or in the parking lot. You do need a little bit of energy left in the battery though - you're right.
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Another advantage is that you never have to be mindful about it being in your vehicle in extreme heat or extreme cold. The disadvantage is that the battery pack jumpers are more powerful. Trade offs.
This video is awesome! Start to the point. And a real demonstration
Thank you - that's good to hear - have a good weekend :)
Your battery needs at least 3.5V, according to the manual for the first generation of this product, which I own. My battery died in my driveway, so I took the opportunity to test this product. It had 3.7V no-load voltage left, but wouldn't charge up the Autowit jump starter. So, if your battery is really "dead" in a situation where you have no alternative means of charging up the supercap jumper, you'll be SOL. You can, however, charge this unit using a power bank that puts out at least 2a @ 5V (takes about 25 mins to charge). Regardless of this limitation, I still prefer the supercap jumper over the untrustworthy Li-ion jumpers (of which I've owned several).
Thanks so much for your opinion - I feel that same as you about these - they are better than ones you keep charged. I really don't like to have to keep something charged or have one more thing to maintain on or in the vehicle. Since I have three drivers to look after it becomes difficult to maintain them.
thanx great video
You're welcome - glad you liked it Larry :)
if you had looked at it before disconnecting...you could have read the battery voltage and checked your alternator....but you didnt....
just got one.
works exactly like they sat it does.
I really like this thing - best thing is you can throw it in the trunk and forget about it :)
Good video. Just wanted to let you know the warranty period is NOT ten years. It comes with a one year warranty. It has an expected lifespan of ten years.
OK thanks OG - I appreciate your input. Unique jump starter though for sure :)
Coming soon 😍
Sure it’s handy in cold winter months.🤔🤔
Hi there thanks for the awesome demonstration
One question
Do you know of its possible to override the feature of the device, to start a car without a battery in it, after charging the device from another car?
I don't think it would start a car w/o a battery in it. That's just my thinking though - might be wrong. Glad you liked the video though - thanks for watching :)
@@LakesideAutobody Thank You 🙏🏻
@@zmzmi You're welcome - have a great week :)
Good to the point video 👍. Stock not available on Amazon. 😟
Thanks for the comment. You can find it on Amazon - click the link: pxle.me/9_a04W4v
thanks, helpful
You're welcome :)
Shit I want one of those
It's a pretty interesting idea. Although at least for me like 90% of times when i need the jumpstarter, the battery is so empty it even won't light up the lights in the dash (when you leave the lights on for example). If the battery is down at like 1 volts i don't think it would be able to charge up.
I'll have to see how it does on a completely dead battery. Maybe it takes longer to charge the capacitors but still works the same. I thought it was a great idea too and worked like advertised.
I'd be interested to see if you can/could "grab" a jump from someone else and then attach this to your car. ?
I keep 25' 2/0 cables in my truck specifically because of situations where someone else is nose-in a driveway or parking space where I can't pull up in front or to the side.
If I could just grab an instant boost from my truck, and didn't have to sit there, hood open and cables draped around in the snow, that would be even better.
@@jimurrata6785 It says to do that in the instructions if your battery is too low - which only takes about 3 minutes to charge it with a fully charged battery. Can be charged with a USB cable too.
@@LakesideAutobody Ok Jerry. 😉
I looked at the Amazon link you posted, but didn't see that mentioned anywhere in the description.
Man, you're cleaning up with all the goodies!
Hope you had a great weekend. 😎
You can always keep a cell phone battery bank along with this or charge it off someone else's car. Or just bring it in the house or work and charge it. Id rather have this then the other ones that are basically a battery bank of 18650s. This is much more versatile.
first time we hear about the ten year warranty....hope that isnt just your bs
Great concept that unfortunately hasn't worked for me. Every time the battery has died, which has happened a few times, it has completely lost its charge and SuperCap 2 has been unable to jump start it, even when fully precharged. Luckily, I also have a DieHard Quick Start that I plug into a wall socket and it does the job, though it takes many hours to recharge the battery.
Good to know - thanks for the comment :)
This thing is amazing! I've had this in my car for over a year, forgetting I had it until my car battery died yesterday. I hooked it up; it fully charged in about 10 minutes and started my car right up 👍It's nice not having to worry about keeping it charged since it isn't necessary.
Well.. is it sold in Canada...(hopefully not for an arm and a leg)
It's sold on Amazon. One thing to know about this product is that you do need a bit a juice left in the battery and it does take time to charge from that juice. The good thing is that you never have to keep charging it - just leave it in the car. It's perfect for those situations where you left the lights on, left the hatch open or left the interior lights on. Hope that helps a bit - Jerry
It's now 2024 , Do you have an update on the AutoWit SuperCap2 Jump starter box since the last video ?
No but I still have it. In my honest opinion though, I like the kind that hold a charge. They last almost 2 years without having to charge them. All brands are good and jump start the car like it has a new battery :)
Dead battery, still hooped.
Pretty good for short amount of time is it expensive
Sort of... $150 but - never have to charge it, works in sub zero weather, charge off another batt, cigarette lighter, computer, usb, etc. and never have to worry about it - just keep it in your car/truck.
Lakeside got another question for you about the s10 frame am I better off sandblasting the truck frame to get the rust off ? What grit medium do you recommend ? Coarse black oxide? Next question do you recommend powder coating the truck frame ? Are do I just go with a rust preventive primer and rubberized undercoat for the frame you know I'm a Michigander to need your expertise and knowledge!
This is what I use: www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/black-diamond-medium-blasting-abrasives?cm_vc=-10005 - the rougher the better for frame I would say. You might want to try a needle scaler from HF. I use my air hammer and knock all the loose stuff off first. You can grind it too with fiber resin discs 24-40 grit. Let me know how it goes :)
@@LakesideAutobody Man I love the black diamond stuff in my blaster.....but you have to be careful on control arms that have pressed in ball joints I did over size a ball joint mounting hole and had to put a weld tack to secure it. On control arm and press fit spots I stick to aluminum oxide medium....frames black diamond kicks butt!
Hi. I was wondering if you might do a review of the Skin Zipper? I have seen a few people using them and I am wondering if they are as good as some people claim.
I used to have a tool something like that from a snap on tool truck or Mac tools. It worked pretty good. Here's the disadvantage that I found with my tool maybe not the Skin Zipper. 1) couldn't always get to everything so you ended up grabbing the hammer and dolly anyway. 2) didn't always pinch it together as well as a hammer and dolly so you'd end up grabbing the hammer and dolly again. 3) I didn't have as much control with the tool as I did w/ h&d - causing a ding, or some other damage. Just my opinion though - my tool worked pretty much the same a the Skin Zipper
I am living in Canada ,where can I buy this autowit jump start
I think you can get in on Amazon - www.amazon.com/autowit-SuperCap2-Batteryless-Capacitor-arrancador/dp/B086L29DL9/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=2UO6EN1SB4WCB&keywords=autowit&qid=1696895086&sprefix=autowit%2Caps%2C919&sr=8-1-spons&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.18630bbb-fcbb-42f8-9767-857e17e03685&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1
Yo,cant you fully charge autowit at home? Will it hold the charge till you need it?
I don't think it holds a charge for very long. It has to be charged at the moment you need it through the car lighter, battery, or someone else's car battery or lighter socket. If you prefer that type, I really like this one - super easy to use: ruclips.net/video/gaf-CLOSe5U/видео.html
It only holds a charge for like two days.
How long could you drive for after this item jumps your battery?
If the battery is in relatively good condition --- forever. If it is "toast" then your battery or charging system light will illuminate and you'll probably stall out as soon as the battery dies again. If no warning light, your good :)
The autowit has two functions one to start the car two is the check the alternator make sure it's charging the battery if the alternator is bad you will have no voltage when u check with the autowit to do this once you start you car with it unclip negative cable from autowit clip it back on it should show you the voltage going up if it goes down then alternators bad
Title: Never needs charging...... Hooks it to the battery to charge. How else would it work?
Well.... you can leave it in your trunk and not worry about charging it. In other words it never needs a charge - until it's time to use it :)
@@LakesideAutobody if I understand correctly the SUPER CAP needs to be charged periodically ...
@@5065ca No - never. If you're car battery has ZERO juice the Super Cap is useless. If it has a little bit of juice you're in luck - it sucks every bit of energy out of the dead battery and releases it all at once - it's actually pretty amazing. Never has to be charged until you need it - then you charge it with your dead battery (takes a few minutes)
@@LakesideAutobody have you tried using it on a completely dead battery? It’s advertised that you can charge it via USB or Cigarette lighter from another vehicle with a good battery, then hook up to dead battery to discharge. I’ve had two units and neither with discharge to a completely dead battery even if you charge the unit from a good battery. Try doing it?
Anyone know if this would start a Ford transit van 2015?
Yes, it would work fine on that.
@@LakesideAutobody Thanks =)
How do you open the damn box it comes in?
If I recall... it was well designed :)
@@LakesideAutobody This is no answer.
@@jakeb8298 Sorry - do you mean how do you open the box that it came in? If so, I can't remember the box it came in - I just have the case that it came with now. Sorry I can't be of more help :)
Bit of a gimmick really plus it's expensive for maybe an item you'll use 1x a year at most. I'm all for cool gadgets though. They say it doesn't need charge but it does on your dead battery or cig/USB port if the dead battery hasn't got enough volts.
It really is meant for those who left their headlights on overnight or in the parking lot. You do need a little bit of energy left in the battery though - you're right.
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I don't get it.