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So very sorry for your loss of your sweet loving girl Brooklyn!! I have lost 4 kittys and I will always love and miss them! I have a corner in my living room dedicated to all 4 kittys. So I can look at all of them! I get tears in my eyes just thinking about all of them all had love to give me and I will always treasure the time that I had with Stewart, Crystal, Bob, and Clyde! Thanks again for your great videos and thank you for sharing Brooklyn with all of us. May her great loving memories bring you happy thoughts! I hope that when I die I will be with all of my love one's and that includes all of my loving kitties too! ❤ Thanks again Al for sharing all that you have I really appreciate and enjoy your videos. ATB! Rob.
We’ve had our Delta two for almost a full year and have not had to use it up until two days ago. We are in Southern California and they shut our power off. I guess it’s too hot or something anyways it wasn’t for long, but it was nice to know I had the back up. I have two refrigerators and one freezer. we had a power outage a few years ago for three days and our friend lent us their Milwaukee. my husband alternated are two fridges and freezer and we were fine. Nothing lost at all so it is doable under the right conditions. Thanks for the review.
It’s a great unit. It’s better than the Delta 2 plus expansion battery because it can accept twice as much solar input, has a better inverter, is more expandable, and runs quieter for about the same price. The only suggestion I have for EcoFlow is to add a 30 amp output so you can hook it up to a home transfer switch.
I really wanted that infinity plug on the corner of the Delta pro so you could stop at a super charger and charge it up if you're out Road tripping and don't have the ability to put out solar panels and don't want to have to carry additional fuel and a generator to charge it up.
@NoZenith I'm content with their new alternator charger that charges while you're driving, so no need to stop anywhere or put out anything. I'm waiting on delivery of mine. Can't wait.
This is the best Commentary have ever heard we’ll done also I am going to buy one Eco Flow Delta 2 max with 2400w and Lithium Iron phosphate Battery looks like a great product near perfect. Jon 🇦🇺
WE LOVE these & instantly ordered one. Great real-time-real-life test. Thanks. We have the Delta 2 Max being delivered this week. Pending the success of this one & second system will be ordered. We look at "Prepping" as an insurance policy ...living in rural eastern Canada ...hunting & chopping wood is possible but that is not what we are going to do as we are a retired couple. We have propane heat & generators with fuel & storable food for one year & a well for water. Although we have two huge freezers ...we have never considered storing frozen food for prepping. Now we can & WILL keep frozen food. We ordered the Delta 2 Max with the 400 Watt Solar Panels & will have them permanently installed. Even in an emergency situation our generator will need to be used to pump water daily & during that time there is more than enough capacity to recharge both units ...but eventually we'll have 800 Watts of Solar for each system. I expect one system to run my freezers & fridge (while being charged during sunlight) & the second system to run our computers for my Flight Simulator ...so I can retain my sanity. ...for the price of a used car ...we have little worries. ...nor do we live in fear as some ...desperate-die-hard-preppers do. We paid for comfort & security. Insurance. This Ecoflow is going to go a long way by providing free power for comfort food & entertainment ...sanity is important!!!
Thank you so much for the tip about placing the settings on never. I:m in Central Florida staring down Hurricane Milton and feel more secure about the upcoming power loss.
This is the first time I ever heard anyone doing a video on this power station mention the Never On feature. Seriously, this video should be combined with EcoFlows user manual as a tutorial.
A quick note about the EPS/UPS function, a nice way to test it would be with a tv or desktop computer to see whether it stays on or not. That's the environment in which most people will use the function mostly.
Very great video showing the actual capabilities of this Solar Power Station. Probably the only thing that is not shown in the video is the possibility of charging from another battery that is in the range of the solar charging voltage, in this way another battery, for example 48V, can be solar charged somewhere else and overnight or in cloudy weather as backup the energy from the battery can be transferred to the EcoFlow DELTA 2 MAX. EcoFlow DELTA 2 MAX is a great Solar Power Station, probably one of the best in this medium power class, but it could be even better. I don't like a few things about it that I hope the next generation will already have: 1. missing monitoring history of usage in offline and online mode with access from anywhere on the internet 2. cables for additional batteries take up a lot of space, 90 degree connectors would be needed 3. additional batteries should be able to be charged separately as well as the main unit from the AC input and from the 2xMPPT 500W solar inputs 4. additional batteries should have DC outputs as well as the main unit ( It would be so good if EcoFlow could make a second version of the additional battery with these features 2. 3.and 4.) 5. I don't like that EcoFlow doesn't give a cable for solar charging to the solar stations 6. have the possibility to connect two DELTA 2 MAX together to handle twice the AC power and where the second one would only turn on the DC/AC inverter when needed, otherwise it would be off and only its battery would be used 7. having the possibility to connect to Home Assistant, where the environment for the solar monitoring system is already pre-prepared and where the DELTASs could be used for Home Automation
Points 3 and 4 seem like a huge oversight. Maybe Ecoflow can make an accessory that would plug into the expansion battery to allow charging and/or D.C. outputs. As it is, I don't find it worthwhile to invest in the official expansion battery. I'll stick with wiring my own 48v batteries to the D.C. ports.
@Sylvan_dB so do you have it set up with solar or something and so the extra overflow goes into the spare batteries? I'm trying to figure out how to do this and I think having some basic secondary batteries charged up for those long trips where you don't have the chance to set up portable solar and you might be boondocking or stealth camping, you could go a couple days without having to find somewhere to charge... not sure how best to do this. I'm thinking a 48 volt spare battery would be ideal but I'm not really sure my car could handle anything over 36 Watts with an up converter from a 12-volt system so I'm thinking a 24-volt spare battery would be my only option without modifications. I could use that same 24 volt up converter to charge the battery and run my fridge while I'm driving around if I leave the campus it somewhere or even while I'm just driving down the road but I don't know that I would have enough juice to really charged up the Delta 2 Max if I wasn't plugged into Shore power or could set up secondary portable solar. I'm setting up a very small camping trailer and I might just go out in my car sometimes and not really have a lot of solar with me 😅
@@NoZenith The spare battery needs its own solar charge controller such as a victron 75/15. You could connect the same panels alternately to that or the ecoflow but not both at the same time.
This thing is a beast. I blew a breaker wall charging this thing. I just got it a few days ago. I will run some tests for data points. I have a great 200w panel setup but cant do much with limited sun. Fall and winter is not the best time of year for sun.
With those 2 D.C. inputs rated to handle up to 60v, you could use a 48v LiFePO4 battery to provide up to 500w on each. A 48v 100ah battery is about 5kwh so as long as you were running less than 1000w load on average, you have continuous 7kwh. And of course you can spend more and get the official expansion battery which has a higher power connection and also can be charged by the Delta 2 Max.
What a great video very informative best I've watched you have covered everything about this great product thankyou for taking the time to do this and sharing with everybody
I have the ef 3 delta from 2 yrs ago no phone app (works great) your tests and good instruction is what swung me on the prime day max 2 bundle with extra battery. Great causal style I will save your vid just in case many thanks good sir!
I have watched literally countless videos on not only EcoFlow but other brands as well. Reviews, testing, how to do this and that and I have to say that I learned more from you than all those videos put together. You answered so many questions I had on my mind on the Delta 2 Max and then some. You were very thorough and explained everything well. Very impressive and thank you! I do have one question though. If during a power outage in the Summer on a very hot day, for example 95 degrees with a heat index of lets say 102 will it be safe to use the Delta 2 Max indoors since it will get crazy hot in the house and the central air conditioner will not be working due to the outage. I just don't want it to catch on fire since it's supposed to be in an environment no hotter than 86 degrees I believe.
Just found this video. Sorry for your loss, I know that is very painful. Wanted to mention that if you turn down the BACKLIGHT on the TV the watts should cut in half. Turn the sharpness to zero. This should add 3 hours of battery life ❤
Couple of things... why is the XT60i better than the XT60? My own tests resulted in powering my refrigerator and small freezer for 24 hours. I ran a full load in my washing machine that used 8% of the battery. I've measured other things in the house with my kil-o-watt meter so I know approx. how long they would last. The app is great, I love it. Love your reviews also, thanks!
GEO thank you first of all 👍🏼 Xt60i can handle more amps It’s beneficial in certain cases, in some solar scenarios depending on what power station you are using and panels etc. No easy way to explain it
How about for an window A/C unit? How long will it run the AC unit if fully charged? Can you show a video with your unit on hooking up solar panels, inverter, etc.?
Hi William, I think the thing that’s important is knowing what the wattage requirements are for that AC unit, especially any surge. Once you know, the wattage the unit uses and especially the surge it’s easier to kind of calculate what your runtime will be or your estimated runtime will be. The nice thing about this unit that you are commenting on is it is expandable you can add two more batteries for extended runtime. But you wanna make sure that whatever you were plugging in isn’t going to be over the power requirements of the unit.
Looks a lot like our dogs. We had one for 15 years. 6 months later we adopted a 6 year old dog that died of heart complications a year later. Now we have a puppy.
Well done. Great and useful presentation. Though I would love to see if it could power 1.5HP water pump from a deep borehole into a mounted water tank?
Thanks , all depends on running wattage and any surge or start up wattage. If not maybe the delta pro th-cam.com/video/eh1FcpGol1A/w-d-xo.htmlsi=ZlIJ_fuDEPoVW947
The microwave can run at 75% 50% instead of 100%. Just set the amount of time you want to cook for and hit the power button then press 75 then start. The default is 100 so you have to change it.
Are you able to do a day in the life video. Seening if it can handle running ac unit for your home while being connected to a solar panel. Or other tough test. And is it safe to use extinction cords or plug surge protectors to these power stations?
You can plug extension cords into the unit but you want to really think about what's on the other end of the extension cord. If it's something that's drawing a lot of power then you want to make sure that you have a good extension cord a thicker gauge not a cheap extension cord. As far as connecting a home air conditioner again you can do that as long as you know the specs for the air conditioner like The Surge rating. I won't be able to do a day in a life video for a while but I hope this information helps you
Thank you I appreciate that information. What about surge protectors. Not to draw alot of power but to save on AC plugs. I'll use the little brother river 2 pro for example since it only has 4 ac plugs. Could you plug an small TV, internet router and a Nintendo switch into an surge protector then plug the surge protector into the river 2 pro or delta 2 max without damaging the power station?
@irvinoneil keep in mind you would not have to worry as much with a Delta 2 max that's a beast it's also expandable you can add more batteries. But plugging in the surge protectors not going to do any damage you just want to make sure that the wattage you requesting from the power station is it too much but you also want to make sure that the battery is big enough to run it as long as you want it to run it
@@TechMadeEzy Yeah, I got the delta 2 because I thought it was bigger than it really was because I was trying to save space. Turns out it's quite compact and I have room for the Max. When you are using appliances that are drawing 1k watts or over, the Delta 2 just don't cut it.
I want to see the VOLTAGE under various loads with a voltage tester or kilowatt meter. If the voltage drops below 117 volts under full load, I call that a failure.
How do you like your river 2 pro? I was going to buy one to fire up first in case an outage only lasted an hour or two and then only pull out the big guns Delta 2 Max if the outage went longer. What stopped me from getting it was all the reviews I read that complained how loud and noisy the river 2 pro was. Are you having that noise issue with the river 2 pro?
Great review. Thanks. Sorry for your loss. Your pup obviously had a great life with you. A question, if I may. I wonder for the Solar/Car inputs, do you have to use the 2/4/8A settings, or could one just feed 20A each @ 12V, ...simulating solar panel input? It seems to me the 2/4/8A limits exist to avoid blowing car fuses. My use case is that I would want to "replenish" the Delta 2 Max from a rather large AGM House bank on my boat when that is being charged via the alternator while underway. I could use my 2000W inverter and then use 120V on an extension cord, ...but that means that I would incur losses from inverting & converting and additional gear to install that safely. I do have the space for additional fuses and capacity in my 12V fuse blocks.
Can you help with my driving question regarding Delta 2? In short, is it properly grounded? Meaning; if the Delta 2 is plugged into my household outlet, which is properly grounded to a 6' steak driven into the ground as well as my buried copper pipes, then can I leave my refrigerator, TV, Internet, and home computer system all plugged into my 4KWh Delta 2 Max system without concern of improper grounding issues? I know it's output grounding wires go to the battery's chassis, but is that then connected to the charging port's ground wire? Thanks!
Hi Gerry your best bet is to contact EcoFlow on that, I know Bluetti has started to add grounding options to their power stations but to be safe contact EcoFlow support@ecoflow.com
No way to answer that but watch this video below, see the time stamps for a section calls (know before you buy) Hopefully that will help you understand your needs before you spend your money. th-cam.com/video/ixx4gfHV4oo/w-d-xo.htmlsi=aBkYb0_FZM1wyvgS
This is the panel I recommend out of all the panels I've used you couldn't connect two of these one to each input you need to link let me know but here's a link for the video th-cam.com/video/TanH8z85C2s/w-d-xo.htmlsi=gu7KJIhpXMWHXdZS
I very much enjoy your informative video. I just purchased the Delta 2 Max. Can it be charged using a 3500 watt Predator inverter gas generator ? Also, what would you suggest for charging in a house outlet with order wiring ?
Hi thanks just make sure the predator has a pure sine wave outlet , I believe it does. Also what’s an outlet with order wiring ? Sorry I’m not an expert
@TechMadeEzy I live a 100 yr old house. Not really sure how old the wiring is. Have had no issues with appliances. I'm just concerned with how much electricity the unit will draw and not cook the wiring.
The good news is when you use the app via WiFi it Bluetooth to connect to the power station you can lower the ac charging it draws from your ac outlet, love this feature
At minute 40 you mentioned "don't go below 10% or above 90%". Respectfully sir, this is not true with LFP batteries. It's even recommended to always charge to 100%, in fact, it's necessary to properly calibrate remaining time due to the extremely even voltage between 95% and 5%, so it has to determine it by measuring input/output rather than being able to detect actual capacity. It is true that the older Li-Ion chemistry (used in Delta 1) has an 80% 20% rule for longer life. Am I wrong?
What do you mean to ‘maintain’ the units ? Also are there INSTRUCTIONS for the app, I found the app comprehensive but somewhat confusing in parts . Thank you for the video and to your cohost .
Hi thank you in the manual the manufacturer has instructions on how to maintain the battery that everyone would need to follow. it will keep the unit healthy and you won’t void the warranty also.
@jstratten5326 i’ve learned throughout the years that the way you charge your devices can make a difference between how long they last. Good luck stay in touch
Don’t pray my brother just make sure you know your wattage. If not, you can always buy a device. That’ll actually tell you how many watts your appliances and devices use. If you need a link to one of those gadgets, let me know
Thx for video, very useful and helpful. I have 3 solar panel, each 300w(40V and 7,5A). Yesterday I was place the order for delta 2 max. How to connect my solar panel, I was ordered two cable's xt60i. I think to connect one panel in one socket and the another one I will combine two panels in the paralel scheme (300w+300w, 40V and 15A). 600 w don't harmful the unit? Thx
It looks like you’re gonna have to connect those panels in parallel You’re gonna have to connect to on one of the solar connectors And then you can connect the other by itself Be very careful if you don’t understand because I am remote. I don’t want you causing any damage.
Hi. Thank you for your review. Could you please let me know if the Delta 2 Max extra battery for 2 kW can be used with the Delta 2 station? Have you checked the compatibility? I appreciate your reply.
JB hi thanks buddy! Great news yes BUT Make sure you update the firmware before you connect the battery. Also once you do that check to see if there’s an update again because batteries actually get updated. Just make sure you connect the battery to the 1st battery port. 👍🏼
Watts and battery capacity (Watt Hours) are two different things. Watts is the power it puts out Watt hours will be your run time, the larger, the battery, the more your runtime, especially if the device is expandable and you can plug in additional batteries.
Have you or any subscribers done any testing with 1/2hp or 3/4hp sump pump? In EPS mode, this would be a good solution, especially with solar charging input for extended power outages. I also have a lift pump with macerator that is 3/4hp (600ish watts), so I am wondering if this can handle a motor startup to lift waste to an aeration tank and septic field. Comments welcome.
Thanks for the question. The issue isn't the 30 milliseconds. It is the startup current required for a pump. Some inverters don't like the initial inrush current needed for the start capacitor.
It’s rated for 500w but more importantly 60v 15a So don’t connect any panel until you are sure you are within spec. You have 2 XT60 so each supports 60v 15a
The Delta PRO in it's 240v capability form is THE BOMB that I have found no others can compete. That's w/o the expanded dual batteries each unit has plug&play capabilities. =☆= Charging with any 1. Dual or tri generator. Their own self-sensing power level dual generator, #2. Solar, #3. Home Wall 110/120 AC #4. EV EXSTREAM #5. Car Charger. =☆= The Dual Generator allows for any-time charging, quiet, up to 1800w. * Caveat is: most suggest not charging @ max capacity to enjoy longer battery life. Lucky, lucky, the system allows for charge levels top & bottom adjustments via Wifi (grid required)/Bluetooth (built-in). =☆= Please, anyone that finds error in this, please pile on. It's never offensive to improve the fast flowing river of knowledge, it only gives more free power 😉
@@TechMadeEzy thanks for the super quick answer - each port has a max of 500W. The panels I’m looking at are well under 60v (closer to 49v I think) If the panel sends more than 500W, will the delta max 2 just accept 500W. Or will it just block the flow?
@brightonduder the voltage matters the wattage doesn’t. You can plug in a 700 W solar panel as long as it meets the voltage requirement you’re fine but if you go over the voltage requirement, you can actually toast your power station. 1 panel in each xt60 and you’ll be fine
People need to realize any inverter generated rated the same watt capacity can run the same equipment for the same amount of time. It’s all about the math. 40 year union electrician.
..but don't the power stations allow a more efficient use of the power for intermittent uses and peak needs...furnace blower, igniter...refrig compressor/defrost coil
Do a run down test, thats what should be the more important factor. Who cares about changing test results. The TV also needs to be in program running mode to use full power consumption. All these test are done in individual tests that machine would drain down in minutes with a multi layer connection.
Why does everyone that does these videos connect everything in the house and be happy it works, what if it only works for 5 min that's no help. If my power is out I'm not making toast or vacuuming the floor. So real world, TV, fan, refrigerator maybe AC and for how long will it go. Thanks
Sometimes the channel is just not for you. Our channel is known for details and we put time stamps in the description. You could always find another channel that has really short videos, but it probably won’t be us in most cases.
Your tests aren’t realistic. I’m not going to run a heat gun or charge 4 EGO batteries with a power outage. I need to know how long I can run my refrigerator or window A/C since I live in FL
Hi Aaron we do plenty of reviews on EcoFlow products and our experience using them has been good. Take your time don’t rush , make sure you are ready to make your purchase so you have no regrets
THANKS FOR THIS COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW - I AM ABOUT TO HAVE TO LIVE IN SMALL BEDFORD RASCAL CAMPER VAN NOT THROUGH CHOICE - SO I NEEDED TO KNOW ALL ABOUT THIS MODEL BEFORE I BUY ONE WHICH I THINK WILL BE PERFECT FOR MY NEEDS - I AM ON A TIGHT PENSION SO IT WILL HURT MY ACCOUNT TO PURCHASE ONE - BUT WARMTH - HOT FOOD - LAPTOP ARE A MUST FOR ME - SO I THINK THIS MODEL IS "PERIC" -- MANY THANKS....👍
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So very sorry for your loss of your sweet loving girl Brooklyn!! I have lost 4 kittys and I will always love and miss them! I have a corner in my living room dedicated to all 4 kittys. So I can look at all of them! I get tears in my eyes just thinking about all of them all had love to give me and I will always treasure the time that I had with Stewart, Crystal, Bob, and Clyde! Thanks again for your great videos and thank you for sharing Brooklyn with all of us. May her great loving memories bring you happy thoughts! I hope that when I die I will be with all of my love one's and that includes all of my loving kitties too! ❤ Thanks again Al for sharing all that you have I really appreciate and enjoy your videos. ATB! Rob.
Thanks Rob, hopefully in time I'll get myself another buddy sorry for your losses as well
Enjoy them while you have them. Our cats are gifts from our creator. Every day is a blessing. ❤
@TechMadeEzy Hang in there. Its awful. A new one helps a lot.
@zexnynex777 thanks I agree, family members for sure
Great review as I wait for delivery of my EcoFlow Delta 2 Max….the fridge demo is exactly what I wanted to know. Thanks
Thanks Lance
One of the best videos I have seen on the Delta 2 max. Thank you so much.
Mark thanks so much
I agree 100%. This video is the best.
We’ve had our Delta two for almost a full year and have not had to use it up until two days ago. We are in Southern California and they shut our power off. I guess it’s too hot or something anyways it wasn’t for long, but it was nice to know I had the back up. I have two refrigerators and one freezer. we had a power outage a few years ago for three days and our friend lent us their Milwaukee. my husband alternated are two fridges and freezer and we were fine. Nothing lost at all so it is doable under the right conditions. Thanks for the review.
Thank you
Appreciated this review even if later than you wanted. Your channel is one of my key ones for getting good info on products, etc. Thank you!!
Much much appreciated 👍🏼
It’s a great unit. It’s better than the Delta 2 plus expansion battery because it can accept twice as much solar input, has a better inverter, is more expandable, and runs quieter for about the same price. The only suggestion I have for EcoFlow is to add a 30 amp output so you can hook it up to a home transfer switch.
Thanks
The 20 amp outlet is sufficient for the capacity of this unit. Just use that to wire to your transfer switch.
I really wanted that infinity plug on the corner of the Delta pro so you could stop at a super charger and charge it up if you're out Road tripping and don't have the ability to put out solar panels and don't want to have to carry additional fuel and a generator to charge it up.
Buy a 15a/20a to 30a adaptor then you can plug into a generator plug to power house circuits.
@NoZenith I'm content with their new alternator charger that charges while you're driving, so no need to stop anywhere or put out anything. I'm waiting on delivery of mine. Can't wait.
This is the best Commentary have ever heard we’ll done also I am going to buy one Eco Flow Delta 2 max with 2400w and Lithium Iron phosphate Battery looks like a great product near perfect. Jon 🇦🇺
WE LOVE these & instantly ordered one. Great real-time-real-life test. Thanks. We have the Delta 2 Max being delivered this week. Pending the success of this one & second system will be ordered. We look at "Prepping" as an insurance policy ...living in rural eastern Canada ...hunting & chopping wood is possible but that is not what we are going to do as we are a retired couple. We have propane heat & generators with fuel & storable food for one year & a well for water. Although we have two huge freezers ...we have never considered storing frozen food for prepping. Now we can & WILL keep frozen food. We ordered the Delta 2 Max with the 400 Watt Solar Panels & will have them permanently installed. Even in an emergency situation our generator will need to be used to pump water daily & during that time there is more than enough capacity to recharge both units ...but eventually we'll have 800 Watts of Solar for each system. I expect one system to run my freezers & fridge (while being charged during sunlight) & the second system to run our computers for my Flight Simulator ...so I can retain my sanity. ...for the price of a used car ...we have little worries. ...nor do we live in fear as some ...desperate-die-hard-preppers do. We paid for comfort & security. Insurance. This Ecoflow is going to go a long way by providing free power for comfort food & entertainment ...sanity is important!!!
Thanks for sharing
Thats was very helpful, thank you!
Thank you very much let me know if you have any questions
Thank you so much for the tip about placing the settings on never. I:m in Central Florida staring down Hurricane Milton and feel more secure about the upcoming power loss.
Be safe 🙏🏼
This is the first time I ever heard anyone doing a video on this power station mention the Never On feature. Seriously, this video should be combined with EcoFlows user manual as a tutorial.
A quick note about the EPS/UPS function, a nice way to test it would be with a tv or desktop computer to see whether it stays on or not.
That's the environment in which most people will use the function mostly.
Very great video showing the actual capabilities of this Solar Power Station.
Probably the only thing that is not shown in the video is the possibility of charging from another battery that is in the range of the solar charging voltage, in this way another battery, for example 48V, can be solar charged somewhere else and overnight or in cloudy weather as backup the energy from the battery can be transferred to the EcoFlow DELTA 2 MAX.
EcoFlow DELTA 2 MAX is a great Solar Power Station, probably one of the best in this medium power class, but it could be even better.
I don't like a few things about it that I hope the next generation will already have:
1. missing monitoring history of usage in offline and online mode with access from anywhere on the internet
2. cables for additional batteries take up a lot of space, 90 degree connectors would be needed
3. additional batteries should be able to be charged separately as well as the main unit from the AC input and from the 2xMPPT 500W solar inputs
4. additional batteries should have DC outputs as well as the main unit
( It would be so good if EcoFlow could make a second version of the additional battery with these features 2. 3.and 4.)
5. I don't like that EcoFlow doesn't give a cable for solar charging to the solar stations
6. have the possibility to connect two DELTA 2 MAX together to handle twice the AC power and where the second one would only turn on the DC/AC inverter when needed, otherwise it would be off and only its battery would be used
7. having the possibility to connect to Home Assistant, where the environment for the solar monitoring system is already pre-prepared and where the DELTASs could be used for Home Automation
Thanks 👍🏼
Points 3 and 4 seem like a huge oversight. Maybe Ecoflow can make an accessory that would plug into the expansion battery to allow charging and/or D.C. outputs. As it is, I don't find it worthwhile to invest in the official expansion battery. I'll stick with wiring my own 48v batteries to the D.C. ports.
@Sylvan_dB so do you have it set up with solar or something and so the extra overflow goes into the spare batteries? I'm trying to figure out how to do this and I think having some basic secondary batteries charged up for those long trips where you don't have the chance to set up portable solar and you might be boondocking or stealth camping, you could go a couple days without having to find somewhere to charge... not sure how best to do this. I'm thinking a 48 volt spare battery would be ideal but I'm not really sure my car could handle anything over 36 Watts with an up converter from a 12-volt system so I'm thinking a 24-volt spare battery would be my only option without modifications. I could use that same 24 volt up converter to charge the battery and run my fridge while I'm driving around if I leave the campus it somewhere or even while I'm just driving down the road but I don't know that I would have enough juice to really charged up the Delta 2 Max if I wasn't plugged into Shore power or could set up secondary portable solar. I'm setting up a very small camping trailer and I might just go out in my car sometimes and not really have a lot of solar with me 😅
@@NoZenith The spare battery needs its own solar charge controller such as a victron 75/15. You could connect the same panels alternately to that or the ecoflow but not both at the same time.
love your review , must be speding a lot of time doing all the works while doing yje shooting and finally only the result . kudos bro.
Thanks yes, takes time. Nice to see appreciation
This thing is a beast. I blew a breaker wall charging this thing. I just got it a few days ago. I will run some tests for data points. I have a great 200w panel setup but cant do much with limited sun. Fall and winter is not the best time of year for sun.
I have a tip for you when you connect to the EcoFlow app you can actually adjust the wattage for AC charging so it won’t blow a breaker
With those 2 D.C. inputs rated to handle up to 60v, you could use a 48v LiFePO4 battery to provide up to 500w on each. A 48v 100ah battery is about 5kwh so as long as you were running less than 1000w load on average, you have continuous 7kwh. And of course you can spend more and get the official expansion battery which has a higher power connection and also can be charged by the Delta 2 Max.
What a great video very informative best I've watched you have covered everything about this great product thankyou for taking the time to do this and sharing with everybody
Thank you Paul
HI good morning and amazing Eco flow delta Max 2 on TH-cam videos 👍😎
Thanks Mystery Mike 👍🏼
I have the ef 3 delta from 2 yrs ago no phone app (works great) your tests and good instruction is what swung me on the prime day max 2 bundle with extra battery. Great causal style I will save your vid just in case many thanks good sir!
Thanks so much 👍🏼
I have watched literally countless videos on not only EcoFlow but other brands as well. Reviews, testing, how to do this and that and I have to say that I learned more from you than all those videos put together. You answered so many questions I had on my mind on the Delta 2 Max and then some. You were very thorough and explained everything well. Very impressive and thank you! I do have one question though. If during a power outage in the Summer on a very hot day, for example 95 degrees with a heat index of lets say 102 will it be safe to use the Delta 2 Max indoors since it will get crazy hot in the house and the central air conditioner will not be working due to the outage. I just don't want it to catch on fire since it's supposed to be in an environment no hotter than 86 degrees I believe.
Hi Irene thanks I’m so glad our video helped you
I would recommend a fan on it because they did state max 86f
I'm sorry to hear about Brooklyn. I don't know what more to say. Peace be with you, my friend. Till you see her at the Rainbow Bridge.
Thanks so much
Just found this video.
Sorry for your loss, I know that is very painful.
Wanted to mention that if you turn down the BACKLIGHT on the TV the watts should cut in half. Turn the sharpness to zero. This should add 3 hours of battery life ❤
I bought This Unit about 10 Months Ago, Great Item!
Thanks for sharing
Couple of things... why is the XT60i better than the XT60? My own tests resulted in powering my refrigerator and small freezer for 24 hours. I ran a full load in my washing machine that used 8% of the battery. I've measured other things in the house with my kil-o-watt meter so I know approx. how long they would last. The app is great, I love it. Love your reviews also, thanks!
GEO thank you first of all 👍🏼
Xt60i can handle more amps
It’s beneficial in certain cases, in some solar scenarios depending on what power station you are using and panels etc.
No easy way to explain it
Great review..You have a radio host voice
Thanks 👍🏻
Great review👍😊
Thanks Frank
This is one of the best vids I've seen,
Liked and subbed,
Well done.
Thank you
How about for an window A/C unit? How long will it run the AC unit if fully charged? Can you show a video with your unit on hooking up solar panels, inverter, etc.?
Hi William, I think the thing that’s important is knowing what the wattage requirements are for that AC unit, especially any surge. Once you know, the wattage the unit uses and especially the surge it’s easier to kind of calculate what your runtime will be or your estimated runtime will be. The nice thing about this unit that you are commenting on is it is expandable you can add two more batteries for extended runtime. But you wanna make sure that whatever you were plugging in isn’t going to be over the power requirements of the unit.
Looks a lot like our dogs. We had one for 15 years. 6 months later we adopted a 6 year old dog that died of heart complications a year later. Now we have a puppy.
She passed away last July ❤️
Quality over quantity 👍
During the refrigerator test, could the unit be charging from solar panels at the same time it was powering the frig?
Yes definitely
Excellent information, specially the ability to charge the D2Mx with 2 car 12v connectors.
Thank you
Thanks for the demo and info, have a great day
Hi Chris thank you and you do the same, come back soon
@@TechMadeEzy I've watched a lot of your videos, and I do say I miss Brooklyn too. Run free sweet girl in doggy heaven.
Agree put some ports on the battery 👍
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Well done.
Great and useful presentation. Though I would love to see if it could power 1.5HP water pump from a deep borehole into a mounted water tank?
Thanks , all depends on running wattage and any surge or start up wattage. If not maybe the delta pro th-cam.com/video/eh1FcpGol1A/w-d-xo.htmlsi=ZlIJ_fuDEPoVW947
Muchas gracias x tan buen video , me sirvió de mucho de hecho he comprado uno. Me aclaro muchas dudas que tenia. Muchas gracias.!!!!
Thank you
The microwave can run at 75% 50% instead of 100%. Just set the amount of time you want to cook for and hit the power button then press 75 then start.
The default is 100 so you have to change it.
Best explanation video on this device and I saw a lot of videos thank you 🙏
Thank you soo much
5:15 wondered why the runtime seemed so short, but the battery was at 50%.
Are you able to do a day in the life video. Seening if it can handle running ac unit for your home while being connected to a solar panel. Or other tough test. And is it safe to use extinction cords or plug surge protectors to these power stations?
You can plug extension cords into the unit but you want to really think about what's on the other end of the extension cord. If it's something that's drawing a lot of power then you want to make sure that you have a good extension cord a thicker gauge not a cheap extension cord. As far as connecting a home air conditioner again you can do that as long as you know the specs for the air conditioner like The Surge rating. I won't be able to do a day in a life video for a while but I hope this information helps you
Thank you I appreciate that information. What about surge protectors. Not to draw alot of power but to save on AC plugs. I'll use the little brother river 2 pro for example since it only has 4 ac plugs. Could you plug an small TV, internet router and a Nintendo switch into an surge protector then plug the surge protector into the river 2 pro or delta 2 max without damaging the power station?
@irvinoneil keep in mind you would not have to worry as much with a Delta 2 max that's a beast it's also expandable you can add more batteries. But plugging in the surge protectors not going to do any damage you just want to make sure that the wattage you requesting from the power station is it too much but you also want to make sure that the battery is big enough to run it as long as you want it to run it
I have the delta2 and wish i got the max.
Both good machines I believe if I'm not mistaken you can at least use the Delta 2 max battery
@@TechMadeEzy Yeah, I got the delta 2 because I thought it was bigger than it really was because I was trying to save space. Turns out it's quite compact and I have room for the Max. When you are using appliances that are drawing 1k watts or over, the Delta 2 just don't cut it.
@Nessal83 I hear you. The Delta 2 Max us also more expandable, it can have 2 batteries
I want to see the VOLTAGE under various loads with a voltage tester or kilowatt meter. If the voltage drops below 117 volts under full load, I call that a failure.
Delta 2 pro will be awesome,
I would love the max.
I just got my river 2 pro and already want this delta 2 max.
How do you like your river 2 pro? I was going to buy one to fire up first in case an outage only lasted an hour or two and then only pull out the big guns Delta 2 Max if the outage went longer. What stopped me from getting it was all the reviews I read that complained how loud and noisy the river 2 pro was. Are you having that noise issue with the river 2 pro?
Thanks for sharing!
Thank you do you want any PowerStations now?
Great review. Thanks. Sorry for your loss. Your pup obviously had a great life with you. A question, if I may. I wonder for the Solar/Car inputs, do you have to use the 2/4/8A settings, or could one just feed 20A each @ 12V, ...simulating solar panel input? It seems to me the 2/4/8A limits exist to avoid blowing car fuses. My use case is that I would want to "replenish" the Delta 2 Max from a rather large AGM House bank on my boat when that is being charged via the alternator while underway. I could use my 2000W inverter and then use 120V on an extension cord, ...but that means that I would incur losses from inverting & converting and additional gear to install that safely. I do have the space for additional fuses and capacity in my 12V fuse blocks.
Thanks 1st of all and I’d ask that question to EcoFlow to be sure buddy support@ecoflow.com
Perfect video. I need for a chest freezer full of meat and this refrigerator test was brilliant.
Thanks Tom
Maybe I missed it, but what was the wattage of the refrigerator?
@dannyduke4807 we get about 60w normal off and on, compressor kicks on we’ve seen 250 around there and start up around 170w
Can you help with my driving question regarding Delta 2? In short, is it properly grounded? Meaning; if the Delta 2 is plugged into my household outlet, which is properly grounded to a 6' steak driven into the ground as well as my buried copper pipes, then can I leave my refrigerator, TV, Internet, and home computer system all plugged into my 4KWh Delta 2 Max system without concern of improper grounding issues? I know it's output grounding wires go to the battery's chassis, but is that then connected to the charging port's ground wire?
Thanks!
Hi Gerry your best bet is to contact EcoFlow on that, I know Bluetti has started to add grounding options to their power stations but to be safe contact EcoFlow support@ecoflow.com
Then power station should have good surge protection built in but maybe a GFCI outlet for your concern?
Could you add a Delta Pro Smart Extra battery to a Delta 2 Max unit? Would make a hell-a stout unit!
Hi no, can’t. Connections are totally different.
@@TechMadeEzy Thanks!
Delta 2 max is a pretty nice unit definitely more portable as well
how long will a charge last for a 5 day camping trip powering a dometic electric cooler & charge a cell phone & an ipad
No way to answer that but watch this video below, see the time stamps for a section calls (know before you buy)
Hopefully that will help you understand your needs before you spend your money. th-cam.com/video/ixx4gfHV4oo/w-d-xo.htmlsi=aBkYb0_FZM1wyvgS
Thanks for the review. What brand of solar panels can I hook up to it? Do they have to be Ecoflow panels? If not is there any brand you’d recommend?
This is the panel I recommend out of all the panels I've used you couldn't connect two of these one to each input you need to link let me know but here's a link for the video th-cam.com/video/TanH8z85C2s/w-d-xo.htmlsi=gu7KJIhpXMWHXdZS
As long as the panel/s connected to each XT60i port do not exceed 500w and 60v and 15a any brand will do the job.
Sorry to hear about Brooklyn.
We posted a video of our new pup sunshine ☀️
@@TechMadeEzy I WILL check that out...thank you
@trainmaster0217 cool stay in touch. If you need anything let me know. I’ll try my best.
I very much enjoy your informative video. I just purchased the Delta 2 Max. Can it be charged using a 3500 watt Predator inverter gas generator ? Also, what would you suggest for charging in a house outlet with order wiring ?
Hi thanks just make sure the predator has a pure sine wave outlet , I believe it does. Also what’s an outlet with order wiring ? Sorry I’m not an expert
@TechMadeEzy I live a 100 yr old house. Not really sure how old the wiring is. Have had no issues with appliances. I'm just concerned with how much electricity the unit will draw and not cook the wiring.
The good news is when you use the app via WiFi it Bluetooth to connect to the power station you can lower the ac charging it draws from your ac outlet, love this feature
Mine can't handle a small window AC unit that draws about 950 to 1100 watts, it overloads within seconds.
Might need the delta pro
th-cam.com/video/eh1FcpGol1A/w-d-xo.htmlsi=ZlIJ_fuDEPoVW947
How many times did you open and close the fridge and freezer doors???
Well my fiance and our two boys use it throughout the day but we don't keep count
Thanks for the feedback
That delta max is out if this world.
Nice size definitely portable and expandable 👍🏼
At minute 40 you mentioned "don't go below 10% or above 90%". Respectfully sir, this is not true with LFP batteries. It's even recommended to always charge to 100%, in fact, it's necessary to properly calibrate remaining time due to the extremely even voltage between 95% and 5%, so it has to determine it by measuring input/output rather than being able to detect actual capacity. It is true that the older Li-Ion chemistry (used in Delta 1) has an 80% 20% rule for longer life.
Am I wrong?
That is what I recommend based on my experience. See the manufacturer’s manual for store and maintenance guidance.
What do you mean to ‘maintain’ the units ? Also are there INSTRUCTIONS for the app, I found the app comprehensive but somewhat confusing in parts . Thank you for the video and to your cohost .
Hi thank you
in the manual the manufacturer has instructions on how to maintain the battery that everyone would need to follow. it will keep the unit healthy and you won’t void the warranty also.
I didn’t think there was much of any maintenance, but I will look up manual online again. Thank you for your response.
@jstratten5326 i’ve learned throughout the years that the way you charge your devices can make a difference between how long they last. Good luck stay in touch
i plan on getting this sucka, and HAVE this power up my desktop computer.
Here is our 1st video on the delta 2 max th-cam.com/video/ixx4gfHV4oo/w-d-xo.htmlsi=cmNyLw62u0RDf7ij
Good evening.
Can eco flow delta 2 ( not max) power refrigerator.?
Hi 👋🏼
Yes BUT it depends on how old your refrigerator is, when the compressor kicks on some use a lot of power and that might not last long
@TechMadeEzy 🙏🏽
Don’t pray my brother just make sure you know your wattage. If not, you can always buy a device. That’ll actually tell you how many watts your appliances and devices use.
If you need a link to one of those gadgets, let me know
33 hrs with the fridge but how long would it go if you pass through the solar charging while running the fridge?
Even longer for sure
Since the add-on battery can’t be used independently, could you daisy chain two Delta 2 Max units to expand the capacity?
That would simply be plugging one into another and yes you can do that but obviously when you use an AC outlet it's going to use more power
Sorry to hear about Brooklyn 😢
You have any pets?
Thx for video, very useful and helpful. I have 3 solar panel, each 300w(40V and 7,5A). Yesterday I was place the order for delta 2 max. How to connect my solar panel, I was ordered two cable's xt60i. I think to connect one panel in one socket and the another one I will combine two panels in the paralel scheme (300w+300w, 40V and 15A). 600 w don't harmful the unit? Thx
It looks like you’re gonna have to connect those panels in parallel
You’re gonna have to connect to on one of the solar connectors
And then you can connect the other by itself
Be very careful if you don’t understand because I am remote. I don’t want you causing any damage.
Hi. Thank you for your review. Could you please let me know if the Delta 2 Max extra battery for 2 kW can be used with the Delta 2 station? Have you checked the compatibility? I appreciate your reply.
JB hi thanks buddy!
Great news yes BUT
Make sure you update the firmware before you connect the battery. Also once you do that check to see if there’s an update again because batteries actually get updated. Just make sure you connect the battery to the 1st battery port. 👍🏼
@@TechMadeEzy Thank you. Have a great rest of your day.
Can you use app remotely?
Yes definitely
Can a solar a 12v car dc be used as a dual charge? 1 solar panel to 1 xt60i and then a 12v car charger to the other xt60i? Thanks.
I’m confused when you keep saying it outputs 2400w. Isn’t it 2048w? Can someone explain?
Watts and battery capacity (Watt Hours) are two different things.
Watts is the power it puts out
Watt hours will be your run time, the larger, the battery, the more your runtime, especially if the device is expandable and you can plug in additional batteries.
Have you or any subscribers done any testing with 1/2hp or 3/4hp sump pump? In EPS mode, this would be a good solution, especially with solar charging input for extended power outages. I also have a lift pump with macerator that is 3/4hp (600ish watts), so I am wondering if this can handle a motor startup to lift waste to an aeration tank and septic field. Comments welcome.
Hi Don I don’t have one but let’s see who replies to help
@@TechMadeEzy thx
@dondonaldson1684 is 30ms quick enough for you?
Thanks for the question. The issue isn't the 30 milliseconds. It is the startup current required for a pump. Some inverters don't like the initial inrush current needed for the start capacitor.
All I can hear is Howard Stern testing an Ecoflow! Great video though.
lol 😂 thanks bro
Getting my Delta 2 Max tomorrow. Will two 400 watt Ecoflow foldable panels work on this? Worried I may have bought too much solar now.
One second later you said probably could run two 400 watt solar panels. Hoping I’m okay. Coldest weather we see is 45 degrees.
It’s rated for 500w but more importantly 60v 15a
So don’t connect any panel until you are sure you are within spec. You have 2 XT60 so each supports 60v 15a
what is the app? I can't find it
Search ecoflow in the app store
The Delta PRO in it's 240v capability form is THE BOMB that I have found no others can compete. That's w/o the expanded dual batteries each unit has plug&play capabilities. =☆= Charging with any 1. Dual or tri generator. Their own self-sensing power level dual generator, #2. Solar, #3. Home Wall 110/120 AC #4. EV EXSTREAM #5. Car Charger. =☆= The Dual Generator allows for any-time charging, quiet, up to 1800w. * Caveat is: most suggest not charging @ max capacity to enjoy longer battery life. Lucky, lucky, the system allows for charge levels top & bottom adjustments via Wifi (grid required)/Bluetooth (built-in). =☆= Please, anyone that finds error in this, please pile on. It's never offensive to improve the fast flowing river of knowledge, it only gives more free power 😉
Any problem using 2 x 550w panels?
Connect in series and stay under 60v on each XT60 port and you’ll be fine
@@TechMadeEzy thanks for the super quick answer - each port has a max of 500W. The panels I’m looking at are well under 60v (closer to 49v I think)
If the panel sends more than 500W, will the delta max 2 just accept 500W. Or will it just block the flow?
@brightonduder the voltage matters the wattage doesn’t. You can plug in a 700 W solar panel as long as it meets the voltage requirement you’re fine but if you go over the voltage requirement, you can actually toast your power station. 1 panel in each xt60 and you’ll be fine
@@TechMadeEzy thank you (again!!). All the best!
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31:02 So basically in the future when the app is no longer working you won't be able to access those options
goal zero yeti pro 4000 + goal zero tank pro 4000 extra lithium phosphate battery I wish you test it out on TH-cam videos 😎👍
People need to realize any inverter generated rated the same watt capacity can run the same equipment for the same amount of time. It’s all about the math. 40 year union electrician.
..but don't the power stations allow a more efficient use of the power for intermittent uses and peak needs...furnace blower, igniter...refrig compressor/defrost coil
Howard Stern does tech videos?
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Sorry you lost Brooklyn. Seemed like a great dog
Yes true Companion and amazing family member. Thanks Paul
Do a run down test, thats what should be the more important factor. Who cares about changing test results. The TV also needs to be in program running mode to use full power consumption.
All these test are done in individual tests that machine would drain down in minutes with a multi layer connection.
What if you dont have the app. Like in a disaster
You don’t need the app to run this power station but if you had it and there was an update to the firmware, you could install it but that’s rare.
Look only if you got enough solar panels
Why does everyone that does these videos connect everything in the house and be happy it works, what if it only works for 5 min that's no help. If my power is out I'm not making toast or vacuuming the floor. So real world, TV, fan, refrigerator maybe AC and for how long will it go. Thanks
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You mean two xt60 I….
God I wish these videos were shorter. An hour ?!?
Sometimes the channel is just not for you. Our channel is known for details and we put time stamps in the description. You could always find another channel that has really short videos, but it probably won’t be us in most cases.
Your tests aren’t realistic. I’m not going to run a heat gun or charge 4 EGO batteries with a power outage. I need to know how long I can run my refrigerator or window A/C since I live in FL
You left something out. You make zero sense.
hello Tech Made Easy how is the device now? is it still working smoothly? or have you encountered any issues, ive heard that their CS is sh!t
Hi Aaron we do plenty of reviews on EcoFlow products and our experience using them has been good. Take your time don’t rush , make sure you are ready to make your purchase so you have no regrets
THANKS FOR THIS COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW - I AM ABOUT TO HAVE TO LIVE IN SMALL BEDFORD RASCAL CAMPER VAN NOT THROUGH CHOICE - SO I NEEDED TO KNOW ALL ABOUT THIS MODEL BEFORE I BUY ONE WHICH I THINK WILL BE PERFECT FOR MY NEEDS - I AM ON A TIGHT PENSION SO IT WILL HURT MY ACCOUNT TO PURCHASE ONE - BUT WARMTH - HOT FOOD - LAPTOP ARE A MUST FOR ME - SO I THINK THIS MODEL IS "PERIC" -- MANY THANKS....👍
Good luck Tony