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@@rpdx3 You must use your power station only to charge your phone and ear pods.😉 I make coffee, microwave premade dinner, and watch movies on the TV. The solar panels take care of charging most of the time. On a rainy and gloomy day, DC charging will do. 😉
👍 Thanks, RV owner here, just the review I was looking for. Assuming you can reverse charge while the Ecoflow is being charged by solar, using this product, a person could set up a large battery bank without having to purchase and wire up a MPPT charger for them by simply running your solar panels to the Ecoflow's charging port/ports and charge both it's battery and the external bank. Install a switch to change over to alternator charging when on the move. Both solar and alternator will charge at same time. Gettin' me one of these!
Hi, I wanted to know this, if the ecoflow alternator charger can be used with solar panels and charge a battery (not connected to the car). The idea is to use a 48v solar panel (reverse mode?) and charge a 12v or 24v battery. Is it possible, no problems with the proprietary connectors?
Would LOVE a follow-up video that further explores the potential of this device pairing 3rd party batteries with an EcoFlow power supply, basically a DIY explainer to setting up expandable batteries with EcoFlow products!
Most comprehensive and easy to understand vehicle/RV review for charge/storage applications and capabilities anywhere, full stop. Purchased based on Tom's review, works fantastic! This setup will disrupt industry - professional material/labor install co$t$ or DIY! Just get it.
This device goes a long way towards redeeming EF in my eyes. I broke down and got the Wave 2 with battery and the Delta 2 with battery a year or so ago, and this DC charger makes them so much more usable. Thanks to your code and the sale, I went overboard and got a Delta 2 Max and a second Wave 2 with battery plus the DC charger, free solar panel and some other accessories. If you buy over $2k you get 12% off plus your discount on everything but the already steal of a deal on the Wave 2 with battery which is $1200 for a limited time. Given the new round of tariffs set to take effect in less than 90 days, I would grab what you can now. Thanks Hobotech!
I can't get over how quiet EcoFlow was about this release. I get it, though. They recently dropped a new "flagship" product, so they probably didn't think this would be a major blip on the radar. Oh, how wrong they were! I hate inflammatory adjectives (however, I used one), but this is nothing short of revolutionary! I wasn't planning on using this even though I saw a lot of potential with it. MUCH MORE TO THIS THAN MEETS THE EYE! Thanks, Professor. You never fail to figure out a device's true potential and purpose.
I appreciate your demystifying this device! I especially like your descriptions of the possible use cases. It has been confusing trying to figure it all out without having an alternator charger in hand and not knowing how various voltages trigger different system behaviors.
Thank you!!! I just purchased the package and saved a bunch with your discount code for the unit, 800 watt charger and free solar panel and free shipping to boot all under $1000.00!!!! GREAT BIG HUG FORM THIS PREPPER TO YOU!! THANKS AGAIN SIR.
Thanks! I just purchased bundle: Delta 2, charger, solar panel ... used your discount code!! I have Delta Max 2000 (NCM) which maybe I will sell ??? Also have River 2 Pro, Wave2 and 1 and Glacier fridge: I am team EcoFlow. I live rurally, have an RV and Jeep and all this power is transportable ... the alternator charger is a definite super enhancement for me. Thanks Professor!! I am sure that I would not have realized all without this video.
Hi from New Zealand...I just bought this on our local online Ecowave store, I also purchased the AC unit, Delta 2 Max and Solar panel thanks to your review. Unfortunately your codes don't work this side of the world but wanted to ensure you got the credit for a great and detailed review. Thanks again!
I love that Eco flow is continuing to expand their already impressive ecosystem. I love when you can add really useful functionality to products you already own with new accessories. Really glad I went with the Delta 2 now.
Automotive grade alternators can have very high amp rating but may not be meant to be run at a hundred percent capacity continuously. I have seen the brushes in new alternators wear out in weeks under high load. Use with caution and understand ratings of your system.
I have been charging my delta max using a 700w inverter which pulls 73A plus 8A from the car charger at the same time my alternator is a 180A model I have been charging like this stationary idling the engine for about 2 hours at a time for over 2 years I believe 70a is a sweet spot for almost any vehicle to handle without issues
@@liljasere So that would be 45% of your rated capacity. Some alternators are only 80A. Many people do not know the rating of their alternator and could fry them.
@@highwaymen1237 Anyone adding components to their electrical system should be doing a 30 second google search on their vehicle’s specifications what I’m trying to get at is that I believe they choose 800w at 76A to make it the most idiot proof possible what you say is true there will be a few people who don’t understand this stuff, so long as the vehicle is moving a alternator won’t mind running near full duty cycle they are made for it that is the whole point of the ratings they are fan cooled and run at a faster speed than the engine due to the pully ratio on the aux belt Would be interesting to see if they have anything in the manual about setting up a lower charge speed if you don’t have the output available in your car I took a read of the manual online and it doesn’t mention it in there
@@liljasereand you could select a lower wattage draw from vehicle alternator. You think that would help? It would make the alternator work longer but lower output? If higher, it would be a shorter charge time. Not sure which is better.
@@bdmenne Yea it’s pretty linear so if you set it to 400w it would only draw 38A from your alternator that is comparable to the draw from your fan blower on its max speed setting
I have an eco flow river max and we just got a 12-24 volt inline converter. I wired from my 12v switch panel to the converter then out to the ecoflow river max. It has worked great and is sort of a small scale version of this setup.
@@luxbeltranwell if you're camping in a vehicle of some sort you can continue to use the vehicles accessories like lights or radio etc with our worrying about draining the starter battery. If you don't already have some kind of secondary battery system and already have a Delta this thing seems like a no brainer
I saw this product release initially and honestly didn't give it a 2nd thought because I mostly run off solo on my camper set up, but you've really opened my eyes how potentially versatile this could be and the endless set up configurations and use cases it allows. Very cool.
Keep in mind idling your vehicle for hours in the heat will cause many problems and break downs, just something to keep in mind if someone intends on doing that cuz your vehicle wont last very long like that lol. Short term or smaller sessions shouldnt really be a problem especially if the vehicle is in motion.
I'm totally installing this thing in my next vehicle. I love that you only have to plug into the battery port on the eco flow, it integrates so well with the vehicle power but it's also easy to just remove the power station for security or convenience. Its a way to charge the eco flow and a way to feed your vehicle power from the eco flow too!
A few years back I built out my truck with an inverter, DC to DC charger and two 200AH AGM batteries. This would have been so much easier. I have another truck I would like to have power in from time to time. I'm gonna get this set up. Loved this review. Thank you! Love the channel.
How do these alternator chargers affect the longevity of the alternators? I've heard that alternators in modern cars are not designed to handle charging power stations or additional batteries beyond the one used to start the vehicle. Will these types of chargers eventually burn out the vehicle alternator?
I just picked up what I think is a great deal on Ecoflow’s web site. Many deals, but I chose the Alternator charger/combo with a Delta 2, plus they throw in a 110watt portable solar panel for under 1000. I also used a $25 coupon offered at checkout. Anyway…I was really impressed with this review…it just goes to show that although solar and wind are a great source, there will always be a need for internal combustion, and this new product as simple as it is, really fills a need for when the SHTF. Great video as always …cheers!
@@pcha151 the $25 coupon was offered if you already have an account with EcoFlow. From what I can figure out, it looks like I accrued points, or “Eco-bucks” from previous purchases. So when I went to checkout, I had 2 coupons waiting for me…a $15 and the $25. I chose the $25. Even without the coupons, a $1000 for a Delta 2, Alternator chargers, and a 110 watt solar panel is a screaming deal. Don’t forget to use Hobo’s Coupon code to save another $60 off that deal as well. His code is 24EFRVHOBO. Hope that helps 🍻
Ordered the wave 2 for my truck camper, works well. Still waiting on the alternator 800w unit to ship. I’d love to learn how it hooks up to the wave 2 battery
I was prepared to be unimpressed with this product, but it's really much more than your normal DC-DC charger. It's a genuinely "smart" buck/boost converter, giving you a lot more options and versatility. I'm not a fan of proprietary tech but for anyone already invested in the EF ecosystem, it makes a lot of sense.
Thinking the best way would be to have a 120a Anderson on my car battery (luckily under drivers seat) and RV battery and then an Anderson on the Alt Charger. Would make switching between the two easier.
My honest opinion on this is I like bluetti as a company more than I like Ecoflow so if they were to come out with a version of their own, I would buy it in a heartbeat
EXCELLENT review! You also got me to take another look, re-assess my needs, then pull the trigger on this one. Will keep mine semi-portable for use in and out of the vehicles. Thank you HOBOTECH, until you are better paid.
Is anyone else FREAKING out about his device? I can't be the only one who sees the potential this device provides, RIGHT? I don't like the word “game changer” but from what I see, this is a CRAZY PAPERHANGER.
@@bdmenne yes but that's a 1 trick pony.. The simple fact that this thing will be upgradable by updating the software or app. As well as reverse charging.. Its not even comparable
I love your videos. I wish this could handle non-Ecoflow setups. When I built my power backup for my house, I stuck to a 12 volt system so it could be recharged from my alternator. I just didn't see any 12v-->48v chargers I would trust. If you have a way to use this with other LiFePO4 batteries, I would be interested in how it's done. One of the concerns I have is with drawing 800 watts/ ~60 amps from an alternator for an extended period. I have one car with a 140 amp alternator that would be fine, but my little Honda's alternator is only 70 amps and, from what I've seen online, would probably fry fairly quickly at idle if I pulled 60 continuous amps. I know you can adjust the charge rate in the Delta, but it would have been nice to include a little info about where to set it in comparison to the alternator output. 40% - 50%?
Any chance you will do a review of the Pecron 500 watt unit? Not as much power at 500 watts, but it works with non-Pecron power stations and costs less about $150.
Just ordered a second Ecoflow Alternator charger with your discount code because this is so versatile... I'll be able to charge both my Delta 2 and Delta 2 Max at full speed from my solar charged house battery...
Fairly new sub, your discount codes saved me a ton on Ecoflow black Fri-cyber Monday sales thanks. And thanks for the info, I'm electrical dumb so I need all the help I can get lol. Also love the cat
My gosh I had know idea what it was and the use cases flying around in my head is fun:-) You do such a great job getting to the points , uses cases , strengths and weaknesses. Well done even though you made me $399 more poor.
cool wanted to get a van but the ones in my price range had small batteries. This would make it easy to add capacity but use the ecoflow for other things when not using the van. Was planning to get the new delta pro 3.
I just bought a sprinter to travel in , set up to use for hunting but also to go to cycling events for me and running events for my wife . My biggest concern was setting up a system that would allow for climate control to leave the hunting dogs in the van when we needed to be away from van . The Ecco flow products seemed to tick all the boxes . I used the QR code and the promo code and saved a bunch of money above and beyond the Ecco flow website Memorial Day sale . Thanks for the informative video . Im looking forward to using the AC unit as well as the delta pro power unit .
Would you be able to cut those six gauge wires that go to the battery and install Anderson connectors so I could use it to connect a truck camper? So I would be able to disconnect the camper when I take it off the truck.
Once I started getting into power stations, nowhere has enough sockets! I found a cheap 300w/300wh lightweight one with li-ion and a pure sine, which is now basically an accessory for the vacuum cleaner. Why plug and unplug it constantly? The power comes with me!
What a great idea for a product. We all know how ridiculously slow charging is from 12v with the little cigarette lighter adapter. I like the built-in reverse charging.
If one already has a 1500W 120V inverter on the vehicle... does this until make a lot of sense? I think at 120V, does a Delta 2 charge just as fast in comparison? Is going DCDC more efficient?
Yes, I believe DC to DC is generally always more efficient then going to AC and back to DC unless you are trying to move a lot of electricity over a long distance... But you also have the ability to jump your car without a separate 12v charger. otherwise, if you are just trying to charge your ecoflow from the car fast, the efficiency probably isn't worth the cost and space of having this too.
that's a cool product from ecoflow i did not know that it had all those features and now that i have the the ecoflow delta pro looks like with this product i might be able to make my own extra batteries for it thanks for the review.
How can I hook this charger up to a Delta 2 with the Delta 2 extra battery without constantly having to unhook the charger back and forth from one to the other? How do I set it and forget it?
Great video Professor. I have purchased the Ecoflow alternator and plan to hook it up to my truck battery. I also want to be able to hook up to a house battery in a truck camper. I noticed you put clamps on cables to do this in the extended video. Did you cut an existing cable from Ecoflow to do this or did you make your own with a separate pin. Basically, I need two cables to switch applications since my truck battery cable will be permanently installed while the house camper battery will not. I have not seen where I can buy another cable from Ecoflow, albeit a shorter one. Thanks, if you can get me any information on my dilemma.
I ended up using a PECRON charger between 100 amp power lithium battery and river pro and then from the battery to the starter battery/alternator I have a Victron DC DC charger.
At what point does large power stations stop making sense? 100 amp hour LiFePO4 is less than $250. Use it as a house battery and top off your smaller power station as needed. You can set it up with whatever charge controller you need. I'm using a 175 solar panel to charge mine and it in turn keeps EB3A topped off as well as running 12 volt accessories directly from it. No reason I could not charge it from the alternator as well, but have not needed to at this point.
Excellent video. I just set up my EcoFlow Delta Max 2 and 800w alternator charger that I connected to a stand alone 12v 200amp battery. On average, how many times could a 12v 200amp battery charge a 2048watt ecoflow before the 12v 200amp car battery itself dies?
Anyone know how well this will work hooking up to the 12v battery of an EV. If hooked up to tesla 12v battery would it break anything? Seem like a cool way to make any EV with 12volt baterry V2L
It depends on your DC to DC converter that charges your 12v battery... My prius has a 2000watt DC to DC converter from the traction battery. If you pull more than your converter can charge, then perhaps you could run into problems when the 12v battery gets too low and the computer crashes. But I would guess the 12v battery will act as a buffer as long as you don't pull too much load for a long time. I would try to keep continuous load to 1500 or less and watch the voltage or find out the DC to DC converter of your specific make and model of Tesla
Outstanding video. awesome coverage of all the ins and outs, thank you. This charger is a beast. (so is Odin). hahaha. I learned a lot in a short amount, and have recommended to others. Some of us were considering putting a cut off, or isolator, between bat and charger. but now I believe it is not necessary. but for a perm install. maybe. Thanks again. Keep on keepin on
Can I use this to charge up and draw from any third party battery such as the SOK 206Ah lithium battery? Would custom cables need to be made for connecting from lugs to the 48v port?
Great review! I'll be utilizing most of these variations when mine arrives. I snagged the Delta2/Alt charger combo deal for $557.07 on BF pricing using your code. Thank you! What type of connector is on the other end of the alligator clips? Thanks in advance.
I am building out a trailer to take on a hunting trip. We are going to use an ECOflow and the alternator charger. Are we able to hook the alternator charger to the battery in the trailer and then run a charging wire from the truck to the trailer using the 7 pin plug? Start the truck and the charging cable would go from truck to trailer RV and charge the power station back up at 800watts?
Thank you for not referring to every vehicle as a car. Can't concentrate when people keep saying car, and in my mind I'm trying to picture a van or a truck. You're one of the rare people who get it, that all vehicles are not cars!
Ecoflow has a great deal on the Delta 2 power station with the alternator charger. I have a Delta 2 already, but wanted to add the EcoFlow DELTA 2 Smart Extra Battery... Can I just purchase another Delta 2 power station instead of the extra battery to get the same capacity or am I missing something? Any negatives of going this route? Thanks!
My favorite thing about the Alt generator is the word Alt. Thanks for the splain’in ! Keep up your jiv’in ways ! And what ever happened to Elvis the Van Man from Chicago ? Party On HoBo 🎉 😂 !
Dang!! This is the best explanation I’ve seen about how this unit works! I don’t have the ‘electrical gene’ so most of the time I attribute it to magic. That said, I’m in the process of installing one after running the cables under flooring and pads of our ‘24 Sprinter. Do you think I should make the connection at the posts of the battery or in that little black junction box next to battery?
what is the device you mentioned for the delta 3plus from the grounding idenification . I asume it would be so the fault/ surge protector and see a oprating ground from the unit
I just bought this and need some info on how to connect it to my dual AGM batteries in my truck camper that are charged with roof mounted solar. Any info on how to do that?
They need to make you be able to run the wave2 directly from the charger, it use the same port anyway. The problem with the add on battery is that it can not be used while you’re charging it, it only has one xt150 port, same as the delta 2
Great video! Question. I have a DP3, the alternator with no panels. I want to purchase a 24V battery but am curious. What are some ways to recharge the battery after it powers my DP3? I would prefer not to buy solar panels. Thank you!!
I have a bluetti ac70 and I suppose I have to change the wire that goes into the solar input if i want it to work. The bluetti alternatoe charger is so back order it will take months before I can get one
I have a 2018 suburban with dual battery using Redarc bcdc1240d with cascadia4x4 hood solar panel. Can I use this ecoflow charger and an ecoflow inverter? Thank you in advance.
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939 after the Hobo tech discount code 😁
I guess I just became an Ecoflow owner.
I'll add to my collection 😉
@@rpdx3
You must use your power station only to charge your phone and ear pods.😉
I make coffee, microwave premade dinner, and watch movies on the TV.
The solar panels take care of charging most of the time. On a rainy and gloomy day, DC charging will do. 😉
Is the charger proprietary to Ecoflow only?
@@mzritamarie4357
Sadly Yes
You had me at 24v 👍🤓👍
Watching videos like this is why I can never pay off my charge card.
id like to get something but just damn money,, i think many people are going to regret not having backup, at least enough to run fridge and freezer
Tell me about it!! I am buying one now because of this Video! Ugh.
Wow great video!! This just sold me to buying this one rather than the other DC to DC chargers!! All because of the extra tasks it can perform.
👍 Thanks, RV owner here, just the review I was looking for. Assuming you can reverse charge while the Ecoflow is being charged by solar, using this product, a person could set up a large battery bank without having to purchase and wire up a MPPT charger for them by simply running your solar panels to the Ecoflow's charging port/ports and charge both it's battery and the external bank. Install a switch to change over to alternator charging when on the move. Both solar and alternator will charge at same time. Gettin' me one of these!
Great point about not needing a separate mppt controller. Truly makes the power station a central unit
Hi, I wanted to know this, if the ecoflow alternator charger can be used with solar panels and charge a battery (not connected to the car). The idea is to use a 48v solar panel (reverse mode?) and charge a 12v or 24v battery. Is it possible, no problems with the proprietary connectors?
@@segundacuenta726 dunno
Would LOVE a follow-up video that further explores the potential of this device pairing 3rd party batteries with an EcoFlow power supply, basically a DIY explainer to setting up expandable batteries with EcoFlow products!
Most comprehensive and easy to understand vehicle/RV review for charge/storage applications and capabilities anywhere, full stop. Purchased based on Tom's review, works fantastic! This setup will disrupt industry - professional material/labor install co$t$ or DIY! Just get it.
This device goes a long way towards redeeming EF in my eyes. I broke down and got the Wave 2 with battery and the Delta 2 with battery a year or so ago, and this DC charger makes them so much more usable. Thanks to your code and the sale, I went overboard and got a Delta 2 Max and a second Wave 2 with battery plus the DC charger, free solar panel and some other accessories. If you buy over $2k you get 12% off plus your discount on everything but the already steal of a deal on the Wave 2 with battery which is $1200 for a limited time. Given the new round of tariffs set to take effect in less than 90 days, I would grab what you can now. Thanks Hobotech!
I can't get over how quiet EcoFlow was about this release. I get it, though. They recently dropped a new "flagship" product, so they probably didn't think this would be a major blip on the radar.
Oh, how wrong they were!
I hate inflammatory adjectives (however, I used one), but this is nothing short of revolutionary!
I wasn't planning on using this even though I saw a lot of potential with it. MUCH MORE TO THIS THAN MEETS THE EYE!
Thanks, Professor. You never fail to figure out a device's true potential and purpose.
Haven't been released worldwide yet.
cant use this with the DELTA PRO 3600watt power battery. they dont have any stock ....NICE
I appreciate your demystifying this device! I especially like your descriptions of the possible use cases. It has been confusing trying to figure it all out without having an alternator charger in hand and not knowing how various voltages trigger different system behaviors.
Thank you!!! I just purchased the package and saved a bunch with your discount code for the unit, 800 watt charger and free solar panel and free shipping to boot all under $1000.00!!!! GREAT BIG HUG FORM THIS PREPPER TO YOU!! THANKS AGAIN SIR.
Thanks! I just purchased bundle: Delta 2, charger, solar panel ... used your discount code!! I have Delta Max 2000 (NCM) which maybe I will sell ??? Also have River 2 Pro, Wave2 and 1 and Glacier fridge: I am team EcoFlow. I live rurally, have an RV and Jeep and all this power is transportable ... the alternator charger is a definite super enhancement for me. Thanks Professor!! I am sure that I would not have realized all without this video.
Great Class Professor! A Game Changer!
Hi from New Zealand...I just bought this on our local online Ecowave store, I also purchased the AC unit, Delta 2 Max and Solar panel thanks to your review. Unfortunately your codes don't work this side of the world but wanted to ensure you got the credit for a great and detailed review. Thanks again!
I love that Eco flow is continuing to expand their already impressive ecosystem. I love when you can add really useful functionality to products you already own with new accessories. Really glad I went with the Delta 2 now.
I have watched about 20 of these videos and this is by far the best thing I have seen. Thank you for sharing.
Automotive grade alternators can have very high amp rating but may not be meant to be run at a hundred percent capacity continuously. I have seen the brushes in new alternators wear out in weeks under high load. Use with caution and understand ratings of your system.
I have been charging my delta max using a 700w inverter which pulls 73A plus 8A from the car charger at the same time my alternator is a 180A model I have been charging like this stationary idling the engine for about 2 hours at a time for over 2 years
I believe 70a is a sweet spot for almost any vehicle to handle without issues
@@liljasere So that would be 45% of your rated capacity. Some alternators are only 80A. Many people do not know the rating of their alternator and could fry them.
@@highwaymen1237 Anyone adding components to their electrical system should be doing a 30 second google search on their vehicle’s specifications what I’m trying to get at is that I believe they choose 800w at 76A to make it the most idiot proof possible what you say is true there will be a few people who don’t understand this stuff, so long as the vehicle is moving a alternator won’t mind running near full duty cycle they are made for it that is the whole point of the ratings they are fan cooled and run at a faster speed than the engine due to the pully ratio on the aux belt
Would be interesting to see if they have anything in the manual about setting up a lower charge speed if you don’t have the output available in your car I took a read of the manual online and it doesn’t mention it in there
@@liljasereand you could select a lower wattage draw from vehicle alternator. You think that would help? It would make the alternator work longer but lower output? If higher, it would be a shorter charge time. Not sure which is better.
@@bdmenne Yea it’s pretty linear so if you set it to 400w it would only draw 38A from your alternator that is comparable to the draw from your fan blower on its max speed setting
Your review convinced me to pull the trigger on this invertor! Thank you very much for the perfect review!
This is not an inverter. It's a 2 way DC to DC charger.
I have an eco flow river max and we just got a 12-24 volt inline converter. I wired from my 12v switch panel to the converter then out to the ecoflow river max. It has worked great and is sort of a small scale version of this setup.
Being able to charge your car battery with this is REALLY cool, usually stuff like that gets overlooked.
Car battery? This is for power stations.
@@ItsEverythingElseit goes both ways.
I can't remember the last time that required me to charge my car battery. You?
@@luxbeltranwell if you're camping in a vehicle of some sort you can continue to use the vehicles accessories like lights or radio etc with our worrying about draining the starter battery. If you don't already have some kind of secondary battery system and already have a Delta this thing seems like a no brainer
@@E4S65it's $600. A jump pack may be more economical.
I saw this product release initially and honestly didn't give it a 2nd thought because I mostly run off solo on my camper set up, but you've really opened my eyes how potentially versatile this could be and the endless set up configurations and use cases it allows. Very cool.
Keep in mind idling your vehicle for hours in the heat will cause many problems and break downs, just something to keep in mind if someone intends on doing that cuz your vehicle wont last very long like that lol. Short term or smaller sessions shouldnt really be a problem especially if the vehicle is in motion.
I'm totally installing this thing in my next vehicle. I love that you only have to plug into the battery port on the eco flow, it integrates so well with the vehicle power but it's also easy to just remove the power station for security or convenience. Its a way to charge the eco flow and a way to feed your vehicle power from the eco flow too!
I referred my brother to this video and he bought the max2 combo. I hope you're getting a commission. :-)
“The coming nuclear winter” made me smile aaaand then cry. Thanks Professor Hobo 😂
I need to change out my jackery and Bluetti for this system. I love the concept because I do drive to off road locations being on the west coast.
A few years back I built out my truck with an inverter, DC to DC charger and two 200AH AGM batteries. This would have been so much easier. I have another truck I would like to have power in from time to time. I'm gonna get this set up. Loved this review. Thank you! Love the channel.
How do these alternator chargers affect the longevity of the alternators? I've heard that alternators in modern cars are not designed to handle charging power stations or additional batteries beyond the one used to start the vehicle. Will these types of chargers eventually burn out the vehicle alternator?
Hobotech has come a long way, great to see him doing well, these videos are great.
I just picked up what I think is a great deal on Ecoflow’s web site. Many deals, but I chose the Alternator charger/combo with a Delta 2, plus they throw in a 110watt portable solar panel for under 1000. I also used a $25 coupon offered at checkout. Anyway…I was really impressed with this review…it just goes to show that although solar and wind are a great source, there will always be a need for internal combustion, and this new product as simple as it is, really fills a need for when the SHTF.
Great video as always …cheers!
Great deal! How you reddem the $25 off coupon?
@@pcha151 the $25 coupon was offered if you already have an account with EcoFlow. From what I can figure out, it looks like I accrued points, or “Eco-bucks” from previous purchases. So when I went to checkout, I had 2 coupons waiting for me…a $15 and the $25. I chose the $25. Even without the coupons, a $1000 for a Delta 2, Alternator chargers, and a 110 watt solar panel is a screaming deal.
Don’t forget to use Hobo’s Coupon code to save another $60 off that deal as well. His code is 24EFRVHOBO.
Hope that helps 🍻
I'm getting one of these because I live in my suv with my freezer delta 2. Gonna be handy, but I will still have my peteol generator for backup.
Ordered the wave 2 for my truck camper, works well. Still waiting on the alternator 800w unit to ship. I’d love to learn how it hooks up to the wave 2 battery
I was prepared to be unimpressed with this product, but it's really much more than your normal DC-DC charger. It's a genuinely "smart" buck/boost converter, giving you a lot more options and versatility. I'm not a fan of proprietary tech but for anyone already invested in the EF ecosystem, it makes a lot of sense.
Thinking the best way would be to have a 120a Anderson on my car battery (luckily under drivers seat) and RV battery and then an Anderson on the Alt Charger. Would make switching between the two easier.
Holy cow does this get the ideas flowing for the multi-use capabilities
My honest opinion on this is I like bluetti as a company more than I like Ecoflow so if they were to come out with a version of their own, I would buy it in a heartbeat
Bluetti has come out with the D40, but it only works with the AC200L.
Thank God, you mentioned tank
EXCELLENT review! You also got me to take another look, re-assess my needs, then pull the trigger on this one. Will keep mine semi-portable for use in and out of the vehicles. Thank you HOBOTECH, until you are better paid.
Is anyone else FREAKING out about his device? I can't be the only one who sees the potential this device provides, RIGHT? I don't like the word “game changer” but from what I see, this is a CRAZY PAPERHANGER.
Price is the biggest stumbling block. Pecron is $149. Does a little less, but not really worthy of charging $450 more.
Running the Wave 2 off a 400ah battery for hours and hours, oh yeah
I'm really excited about this device. There are a ton of possibilities with this thing and it looks sooo easy to install too!
@@bdmenne It is compact, works with an app or stand alone and is plug n play. Well worth the price.
Go cheap if you like, it's your money.
@@bdmenne yes but that's a 1 trick pony.. The simple fact that this thing will be upgradable by updating the software or app. As well as reverse charging.. Its not even comparable
You just made me buy this bloody thing. It will be a game changer. Much appreciated advice, thank you.
I love your videos. I wish this could handle non-Ecoflow setups. When I built my power backup for my house, I stuck to a 12 volt system so it could be recharged from my alternator. I just didn't see any 12v-->48v chargers I would trust. If you have a way to use this with other LiFePO4 batteries, I would be interested in how it's done.
One of the concerns I have is with drawing 800 watts/ ~60 amps from an alternator for an extended period. I have one car with a 140 amp alternator that would be fine, but my little Honda's alternator is only 70 amps and, from what I've seen online, would probably fry fairly quickly at idle if I pulled 60 continuous amps. I know you can adjust the charge rate in the Delta, but it would have been nice to include a little info about where to set it in comparison to the alternator output. 40% - 50%?
Wow I just got this package I had know idea how versatile this is thanks for going the extra mile to show us all it offers 😊
Any chance you will do a review of the Pecron 500 watt unit? Not as much power at 500 watts, but it works with non-Pecron power stations and costs less about $150.
Daygreen has a ton of DC to DC chargers at many voltage outputs (24, 28, 30, 48, 58 and even 72V) and wattages all the way up to 3000w.
Can you compare the Pecron alternator charger to this? I believe the main differences are no jumpstart or reverse charging.
Techno hobo! one of my favorite TH-cam channels, Thank you sir.
Thanks!
Just ordered a second Ecoflow Alternator charger with your discount code because this is so versatile... I'll be able to charge both my Delta 2 and Delta 2 Max at full speed from my solar charged house battery...
Fairly new sub, your discount codes saved me a ton on Ecoflow black Fri-cyber Monday sales thanks. And thanks for the info, I'm electrical dumb so I need all the help I can get lol. Also love the cat
My gosh I had know idea what it was and the use cases flying around in my head is fun:-) You do such a great job getting to the points , uses cases , strengths and weaknesses. Well done even though you made me $399 more poor.
We need to hack it somehow to charge other brands of power stations. I have faith that Professor Hobo can do it!
Using house batteries is my favorite 😊
The alternative charger comes with a long Cable, i need half of the length. Can i cut the cable to make it more efficient?
What’s the difference between that and an inverter
cool wanted to get a van but the ones in my price range had small batteries. This would make it easy to add capacity but use the ecoflow for other things when not using the van. Was planning to get the new delta pro 3.
I just bought a sprinter to travel in , set up to use for hunting but also to go to cycling events for me and running events for my wife . My biggest concern was setting up a system that would allow for climate control to leave the hunting dogs in the van when we needed to be away from van . The Ecco flow products seemed to tick all the boxes . I used the QR code and the promo code and saved a bunch of money above and beyond the Ecco flow website Memorial Day sale . Thanks for the informative video . Im looking forward to using the AC unit as well as the delta pro power unit .
Would you be able to cut those six gauge wires that go to the battery and install Anderson connectors so I could use it to connect a truck camper? So I would be able to disconnect the camper when I take it off the truck.
Second question. Some areas near me have free J1772 chargers. Is there any way to hook this charger up to that to charge one of these batteries?
👍 Thanks Hobo. My mother came out with one yesterday, but this is so much nicer.
I ‘ve been waiting on your review before I pull the trigger on this one.
Wow! This is awesome my alternator 800w is on its way can’t wait. Thanks
I ordered the bundle came with free 110w solar panel :)
Man… Ty for explaining this… it was much needed.
Once I started getting into power stations, nowhere has enough sockets! I found a cheap 300w/300wh lightweight one with li-ion and a pure sine, which is now basically an accessory for the vacuum cleaner. Why plug and unplug it constantly? The power comes with me!
What a great idea for a product. We all know how ridiculously slow charging is from 12v with the little cigarette lighter adapter. I like the built-in reverse charging.
Just use inverter
If one already has a 1500W 120V inverter on the vehicle... does this until make a lot of sense? I think at 120V, does a Delta 2 charge just as fast in comparison? Is going DCDC more efficient?
Yes, I believe DC to DC is generally always more efficient then going to AC and back to DC unless you are trying to move a lot of electricity over a long distance... But you also have the ability to jump your car without a separate 12v charger. otherwise, if you are just trying to charge your ecoflow from the car fast, the efficiency probably isn't worth the cost and space of having this too.
that's a cool product from ecoflow i did not know that it had all those features and now that i have the the ecoflow delta pro looks like with this product i might be able to make my own extra batteries for it thanks for the review.
How can I hook this charger up to a Delta 2 with the Delta 2 extra battery without constantly having to unhook the charger back and forth from one to the other? How do I set it and forget it?
Great video Professor. I have purchased the Ecoflow alternator and plan to hook it up to my truck battery. I also want to be able to hook up to a house battery in a truck camper. I noticed you put clamps on cables to do this in the extended video. Did you cut an existing cable from Ecoflow to do this or did you make your own with a separate pin. Basically, I need two cables to switch applications since my truck battery cable will be permanently installed while the house camper battery will not. I have not seen where I can buy another cable from Ecoflow, albeit a shorter one. Thanks, if you can get me any information on my dilemma.
I'd like the same info
Thank you. you had gave me a lot information on the product that I couldn't get from the other TH-camrs.
Thank you for covering How this works with a smart alternator, great video
The Mercedes Sprinter in the video has a smart alternator.
I ended up using a PECRON charger between 100 amp power lithium battery and river pro and then from the battery to the starter battery/alternator I have a Victron DC DC charger.
I use Bluetti 200max and a lot of panels to run my RV.
At what point does large power stations stop making sense? 100 amp hour LiFePO4 is less than $250. Use it as a house battery and top off your smaller power station as needed. You can set it up with whatever charge controller you need. I'm using a 175 solar panel to charge mine and it in turn keeps EB3A topped off as well as running 12 volt accessories directly from it. No reason I could not charge it from the alternator as well, but have not needed to at this point.
Excellent video. I just set up my EcoFlow Delta Max 2 and 800w alternator charger that I connected to a stand alone 12v 200amp battery. On average, how many times could a 12v 200amp battery charge a 2048watt ecoflow before the 12v 200amp car battery itself dies?
Anyone know how well this will work hooking up to the 12v battery of an EV. If hooked up to tesla 12v battery would it break anything? Seem like a cool way to make any EV with 12volt baterry V2L
It depends on your DC to DC converter that charges your 12v battery... My prius has a 2000watt DC to DC converter from the traction battery. If you pull more than your converter can charge, then perhaps you could run into problems when the 12v battery gets too low and the computer crashes. But I would guess the 12v battery will act as a buffer as long as you don't pull too much load for a long time. I would try to keep continuous load to 1500 or less and watch the voltage or find out the DC to DC converter of your specific make and model of Tesla
Outstanding video. awesome coverage of all the ins and outs, thank you. This charger is a beast. (so is Odin). hahaha. I learned a lot in a short amount, and have recommended to others. Some of us were considering putting a cut off, or isolator, between bat and charger. but now I believe it is not necessary. but for a perm install. maybe. Thanks again. Keep on keepin on
Why would you select this over other DC/DC solutions if you’re just getting started with car camping? Cost? Compatibility? No solar required?
Can I use this to charge up and draw from any third party battery such as the SOK 206Ah lithium battery? Would custom cables need to be made for connecting from lugs to the 48v port?
I hope BLUETTI comes out with something like this
Awesome review thank you for what you do !
Been waiting for this review from you. Thank you 🙏 Professor 🧑🏫
Great review! I'll be utilizing most of these variations when mine arrives. I snagged the Delta2/Alt charger combo deal for $557.07 on BF pricing using your code.
Thank you!
What type of connector is on the other end of the alligator clips?
Thanks in advance.
I need something like this for my Bluetti
Pecron makes a basic one through solar port.
Victron also makes an inverter dc/ dc
I am building out a trailer to take on a hunting trip. We are going to use an ECOflow and the alternator charger. Are we able to hook the alternator charger to the battery in the trailer and then run a charging wire from the truck to the trailer using the 7 pin plug? Start the truck and the charging cable would go from truck to trailer RV and charge the power station back up at 800watts?
Thank you for not referring to every vehicle as a car. Can't concentrate when people keep saying car, and in my mind I'm trying to picture a van or a truck. You're one of the rare people who get it, that all vehicles are not cars!
Ecoflow has a great deal on the Delta 2 power station with the alternator charger. I have a Delta 2 already, but wanted to add the EcoFlow DELTA 2 Smart Extra Battery... Can I just purchase another Delta 2 power station instead of the extra battery to get the same capacity or am I missing something? Any negatives of going this route? Thanks!
I am glad you covered this.
Thanks for this video. I had been looking at this product but couldn't figure out what it really did
My favorite thing about the Alt generator is the word Alt. Thanks for the splain’in ! Keep up your jiv’in ways ! And what ever happened to Elvis the Van Man from Chicago ? Party On HoBo 🎉 😂 !
Dang!! This is the best explanation I’ve seen about how this unit works!
I don’t have the ‘electrical gene’ so most of the time I attribute it to magic.
That said, I’m in the process of installing one after running the cables under flooring and pads of our ‘24 Sprinter.
Do you think I should make the connection at the posts of the battery or in that little black junction box next to battery?
Incredible Class Professor. Thank You!
what is the device you mentioned for the delta 3plus from the grounding idenification . I asume it would be so the fault/ surge protector and see a oprating ground from the unit
I just bought this and need some info on how to connect it to my dual AGM batteries in my truck camper that are charged with roof mounted solar. Any info on how to do that?
They need to make you be able to run the wave2 directly from the charger, it use the same port anyway. The problem with the add on battery is that it can not be used while you’re charging it, it only has one xt150 port, same as the delta 2
This is great, wish I could use it with my Anker F3800. Hopefully they'll come out with an XT60 output soon.
Great video! Question. I have a DP3, the alternator with no panels. I want to purchase a 24V battery but am curious. What are some ways to recharge the battery after it powers my DP3? I would prefer not to buy solar panels. Thank you!!
I have a bluetti ac70 and I suppose I have to change the wire that goes into the solar input if i want it to work. The bluetti alternatoe charger is so back order it will take months before I can get one
I Have an Oupes mega 2. How can I use this to charge it? If there is a way, you would know. Can I use Anderson connectors?
Excellent video. Very helpful. Thanks!
I have a 2018 suburban with dual battery using Redarc bcdc1240d with cascadia4x4 hood solar panel. Can I use this ecoflow charger and an ecoflow inverter? Thank you in advance.
You didn't mention the optional XT60i (500 Watt) cable for those who don't want to Tie up the XT150 port.
@BSB100022 he is talking about something else - this unit does not have xt60 input or output. it must be plugged into xt150 battery port