Great review and I agree about having the circuit breaker/fuse close to the battery. I just picked up the AC180 and was contemplating getting the Charger1 for quick charging on the road between campsites where I would maintain with solar. The current SALE price from Bluetti and your video just sold me one!
I got lucky with the run from my starter battery to my DC-DC charger. My minivan has a grommeted hole in the firewall on the driver's side, same side as the starter battery, with enough room for the charging cables to join the other wires, hood release, etc. going through. Then the cables hide behind the door edge trim all the way back to the charger. It's super-tidy. A feature I like about my charger, a Renogy, is that I had to wire from the vehicle fuse box to the charger to signal when the ignition is on, so that it won't drain the starter battery when the engine isn't running. But that takes more futzing around to install. Bluetti simplified things by just using input voltage as a substitute, very cool. I put a switch in the signal wire so I have complete control of whether the charger pulls current. That way, running on high beams on a cold night, I can be sure I'm not overloading my alternator, so I didn't worry about upgrading it for the charger load.
I didn't know about the need for a circuit breaker closer to the battery. THANKS!!! I am hoping they will go on sale during Black Friday Sales...will save this vlog and see if I can buy it through your link then.😊😊😊
Nice review. love the backpack. you might give it away to a needy lady at the women's RTR in January in Quartzsite letting them help identify someone really in need and who will not take it and resell it.
Looking good Matty. On my Ford Econoline Van, I went down from the battery and mounted the wiring along the frame, making sure there were no rub points or heat that might damage the leads, then drilled up to my AC200Ps near the rear of my van.
Fuse is protecting the device from damage. That is for their warranty purpose. Yes put a fuse at the battery. Or move the breaker to the other end. All home breakers are to protect the wire not the device.
I've heard other people talking about this and some mention it ruined their alternator. If you have a nice big alternator like from an rv you should be fine but I don't think I can use this in my car because it would destroy my alternator
Greetings matty. My question is how do I keep my fridge running at night. Someone told me to get this DC to DC thing, but how is that helpful if the car isn't running.?
For comparison: EcoFlow’s AC charger does have the fuse next to the battery terminal, agreed that’s safer. It charges at 800w (with some cravats, like battery voltage and if the alternator is actually running), and it can reverse the charge direction, so it can be used to charge your car battery and start your car. Downside is it only works with EcoFlow batteries.
He is going to ruin it put your hand on your Alternator after you drive for 5 minutes and turn off the car and wasn't even doing anything with it, it will be the hottest thing under the hood to touch and stay that way for an hour an Alternator is only 50 percent Efficient making electricity it makes just as much heat as electricity I replace them all the time that is what they say at the part store
It’s not connected to the alternator so worst case is your battery dies. Although the alternator will have to run more frequently too, so there could be a duty cycle issue I suppose.
@user-pi5lx8dm6k I just explained in the comment above. That with nothing extra hooked to your alternator it gets very hot. Put your hand on it after you have turned off the car if you keep a car 15 or more years. You will have to replace the alternator 2 or 3 times because of heat.
Might want to put your hand on the side of that lead acid starting battery after letting it charge the power station for 20/30 minutes and get an idea of how hot that standard starting battery is getting.
I can't believe bluetti thinks it's OK to put the fuse so far away from the battery. This is basic wiring fuse or circuit breaker within 12 inches of the vehicle battery.
The CB is in the right place closer to the biggest risk of a short. The battery + cable won't short circuit unless it makes contact with the metal of the van 👍
Typically you want the breaker closer to the power source so it shorts faster and has less wire to heat up. I bet the put it farther back because it’ll be easier to reset and it’s kind of bulky to put under the hood though.
Great review and I agree about having the circuit breaker/fuse close to the battery. I just picked up the AC180 and was contemplating getting the Charger1 for quick charging on the road between campsites where I would maintain with solar. The current SALE price from Bluetti and your video just sold me one!
A fuse at the battery positive post is a great plan!
Yes, pass it on to a person in need that deserves it!!!
You're a good man, Matty.
Pretty cool.
Glad they sent you that.
Awesome review!
I got lucky with the run from my starter battery to my DC-DC charger. My minivan has a grommeted hole in the firewall on the driver's side, same side as the starter battery, with enough room for the charging cables to join the other wires, hood release, etc. going through. Then the cables hide behind the door edge trim all the way back to the charger. It's super-tidy. A feature I like about my charger, a Renogy, is that I had to wire from the vehicle fuse box to the charger to signal when the ignition is on, so that it won't drain the starter battery when the engine isn't running. But that takes more futzing around to install. Bluetti simplified things by just using input voltage as a substitute, very cool. I put a switch in the signal wire so I have complete control of whether the charger pulls current. That way, running on high beams on a cold night, I can be sure I'm not overloading my alternator, so I didn't worry about upgrading it for the charger load.
Thank you Matty
I didn't know about the need for a circuit breaker closer to the battery. THANKS!!! I am hoping they will go on sale during Black Friday Sales...will save this vlog and see if I can buy it through your link then.😊😊😊
Good to know.😊
Love it, that's what I want, instead of solar panels. I wan5 the bluetti
Nice setup for charging. If I get an RV that device is something I will look into.
Nice review. love the backpack. you might give it away to a needy lady at the women's RTR in January in Quartzsite letting them help identify someone really in need and who will not take it and resell it.
Looking good Matty. On my Ford Econoline Van, I went down from the battery and mounted the wiring along the frame, making sure there were no rub points or heat that might damage the leads, then drilled up to my AC200Ps near the rear of my van.
Thanks Matty
Nice job....thks
You can also just reverse the cable…,and put some new ends to connect to the battery…, so you can have the circuit breaker on the battery side..,
Great video. Easy to understand. What gage wire was the adapter you used? Thanks
Enjoyed again MATTY some lucky soul, will enjoy that. TO bad I'm in fla. Very informative as always 😅
I'll be there but not for about 2-3 weeks, have fun.
great vid on travels
On the back pack, wonder if the new Starlink Mini will fit in that pack? Internet on the go.
Love it! ❤
I would like to suggest giving it to someone there who is a tent camper, or on a motorcycle. one in need.
Fuse is protecting the device from damage. That is for their warranty purpose. Yes put a fuse at the battery. Or move the breaker to the other end.
All home breakers are to protect the wire not the device.
Man i feel like running away today
Cool video,, new subscriber
Good Power is the biggest commodity in vanlife and rvlife. You can run that 4 gauge cable under the floor and under the seat, out of the way
in line off the + red by the battery should be a fuse!!!
Do you think this chargers is going to put a strain on your van’s OME alternator? Or will you have to upgrade to a more heavy duty alternator?
I've heard other people talking about this and some mention it ruined their alternator. If you have a nice big alternator like from an rv you should be fine but I don't think I can use this in my car because it would destroy my alternator
@@nomaderic I’ve decided to talk to my mechanic 1st and upgrade the alternator if advisable on my cargo minivan.
Thanks! Have a coffee on me Matty!
Wow that is very kind of you John thanks!!! 🙏🙏🙏
Hey Matty, do you know what the guage on thst cable is?
I think it's four but I don't want to tell you wrong. click the link and it'll take you to the specs 👍
Hi Matty....whaaaatt....I gather you don't like it ....but I'm not sure.. technology is beyond me ..have a great day.... take care...... Deborah 🇨🇦
What's the inverter wattage rating
Greetings matty. My question is how do I keep my fridge running at night. Someone told me to get this DC to DC thing, but how is that helpful if the car isn't running.?
For comparison: EcoFlow’s AC charger does have the fuse next to the battery terminal, agreed that’s safer. It charges at 800w (with some cravats, like battery voltage and if the alternator is actually running), and it can reverse the charge direction, so it can be used to charge your car battery and start your car. Downside is it only works with EcoFlow batteries.
So does that function as a solar charger as well?
Matty, why not just turn the cables around and install with the circuit breaker at the battery end?
Matty, how long have you had that Van?
That battery would be good fit someone in a car tent situation.
A circuit breaker in the engine compartment would get hot and start tripping prematurely.
If you're going to put something put a fuse.
The only concern of having the breaker near the battery is that it will be in a hot engine compartment. Circuit breakers don't like getting hot.
Was going to order one and use your code for a discount the code does not work.
Could just put a fuse near the battery and not have to cut that wire. Might be slightly easier.
Well then where the hell can I get one? Nothing in the Amazon and the Bluetti Site says they’re sold out.
So. Can u cover what size alternator is required? So u don’t ruin one?
He is going to ruin it put your hand on your Alternator after you drive for 5 minutes and turn off the car and wasn't even doing anything with it, it will be the hottest thing under the hood to touch and stay that way for an hour an Alternator is only 50 percent Efficient making electricity it makes just as much heat as electricity I replace them all the time that is what they say at the part store
It’s not connected to the alternator so worst case is your battery dies. Although the alternator will have to run more frequently too, so there could be a duty cycle issue I suppose.
@user-pi5lx8dm6k I just explained in the comment above. That with nothing extra hooked to your alternator it gets very hot. Put your hand on it after you have turned off the car if you keep a car 15 or more years. You will have to replace the alternator 2 or 3 times because of heat.
Hi Matty
Might want to put your hand on the side of that lead acid starting battery after letting it charge the power station for 20/30 minutes and get an idea of how hot that standard starting battery is getting.
Explain please, 🙏🏽
The link is dead.
I can't believe bluetti thinks it's OK to put the fuse so far away from the battery. This is basic wiring fuse or circuit breaker within 12 inches of the vehicle battery.
No need to add additional circut breaker. This is way better than any dc to dc ive seen , it's it a dual unit also except solar too
This doesn’t accept solar thru the dc to dc charger. If looking for a dual input dc to dc charger redark and many others are available for that.
The CB is in the right place closer to the biggest risk of a short. The battery + cable won't short circuit unless it makes contact with the metal of the van 👍
Typically you want the breaker closer to the power source so it shorts faster and has less wire to heat up. I bet the put it farther back because it’ll be easier to reset and it’s kind of bulky to put under the hood though.
@@user-pi5lx8dm6k I believe the cable is the power source, it's the same point
You're really disappointed with that. DC to DC charger aren't you?
Why two circuit breakers?
If that breaker acts as a fuse, you should be fine.
What's the inverter wattage rating
What's the inverter wattage rating