Nice tutorial! If you haven’t made it already, I’d be really interested in a video where you add a second, exterior, 30A power outlet to this same configuration. That would allow you to use a gas generator outside to power your panel, when your power bank runs out of juice. I’ve read several comments by people with that configuration.
Great video: well edited, clearly spelled out. My only concern would be the neutral->ground bonding that I assume happens within the backup battery unit while the cord is connected. As you likely know only one neutral->ground bond can exist, at first point of disconnect. With two bonds, you can end up with objectionable current flowing in the ground wire which can be a safety issue.
Certainly a valid concern. It is my understanding that the power station inverter is not bonded. I know most of the hybird inverters I have been testing have not been. However, I will definitely reach out to Oupes and any other Power Station manufacturer that I hook up to this transfer switch. Great point 👍🏻
I'd be curious to hear which makes/models you can confirm are separate or separable - I'm seeking out a split phase unit myself but it'd be nice to know of a 120V version also. I just took a look at Oupe's site, I didn't realize this was marketed as a home backup solution (and I see they advertise that Reliance transfer switch mated to it), so that is a little more assuring. However I see nothing in the operation manual to say one way or the other (maybe they have a separate installation manual?)
You got my brain cells swarming. I might need to make a video on this topic if I find that some are bonded and others are not. Important information for everyone to know.
@@JustinsProject haha! If indeed bonded one solution is a transfer switch that switches the neutral as well. It would essentially just feed a small subpanel used as a backup loads panel.
@@JustinsProject looking foreword to the video! I was wondering the same thing, I was under the impression it is to be wired in the floating neutral configuration ...
Great video! I’m building an EG4 3kw portable solar generator but I want the option of just flipping some switches as opposed to running cords all over the house to my fridges and freezer. I understand everything now. Thanks! Subscribed.
Great video helped me understand the process. Seems doable. 1 question though. How long 30amp generator cord can be run from the transfer switch to the generator? I have to mount my switch outside and want to run a cord from the switch to my garage (about 75 ft) where I plan to keep my solar generator.
So based off what it said on the switch panel door, I could swap in a 25 amp double pole Square D breaker into the 10 circuit version? That is what my HVAC breaker is, in my main panel. The 6 and the 10 circuit transfer switches "appear" to be designed the same.
30A Transfer Switch: amzn.to/49m41X5
Oupes Mega 2: oupes.com/products/oupes-mega-2-home-backup-portable-power-station-2500w-2048wh?ref=justinsproject
Oupes B2 Battery: oupes.com/products/b2-battery?ref=justinsproject
Nice tutorial! If you haven’t made it already, I’d be really interested in a video where you add a second, exterior, 30A power outlet to this same configuration. That would allow you to use a gas generator outside to power your panel, when your power bank runs out of juice. I’ve read several comments by people with that configuration.
Great video: well edited, clearly spelled out. My only concern would be the neutral->ground bonding that I assume happens within the backup battery unit while the cord is connected. As you likely know only one neutral->ground bond can exist, at first point of disconnect. With two bonds, you can end up with objectionable current flowing in the ground wire which can be a safety issue.
Certainly a valid concern. It is my understanding that the power station inverter is not bonded. I know most of the hybird inverters I have been testing have not been. However, I will definitely reach out to Oupes and any other Power Station manufacturer that I hook up to this transfer switch. Great point 👍🏻
I'd be curious to hear which makes/models you can confirm are separate or separable - I'm seeking out a split phase unit myself but it'd be nice to know of a 120V version also. I just took a look at Oupe's site, I didn't realize this was marketed as a home backup solution (and I see they advertise that Reliance transfer switch mated to it), so that is a little more assuring. However I see nothing in the operation manual to say one way or the other (maybe they have a separate installation manual?)
You got my brain cells swarming. I might need to make a video on this topic if I find that some are bonded and others are not. Important information for everyone to know.
@@JustinsProject haha! If indeed bonded one solution is a transfer switch that switches the neutral as well. It would essentially just feed a small subpanel used as a backup loads panel.
@@JustinsProject looking foreword to the video! I was wondering the same thing, I was under the impression it is to be wired in the floating neutral configuration ...
Great video! I’m building an EG4 3kw portable solar generator but I want the option of just flipping some switches as opposed to running cords all over the house to my fridges and freezer. I understand everything now. Thanks! Subscribed.
I am glad it was helpful 👍🏻
Perfect, now comes my ecoflow pro and my rv back from service .
It’s awesome that you can power your shop with that portable power station!
It's nice to know my workspace will have power in the next power outage.
Best video I’ve seen on this specific topic thanks
Wow, thanks!
subscribed when i was 2 minutes in. love your detail work and way of explanation. please make more!
Thanks! Got a good one coming out today that I think everyone will like, or at least I hope so. Thanks for watching and commenting 👍🏻
excellent explanation. Great video
Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching and commenting 👍
Simple and substantial information, thanks!
Thanks for watching and commenting 👍🏻
Man this video is a lifesaver. It taught me a very important first step for my project... HIRE AN ELECTRICIAN. LOL
What’s the yellow cord going into the battery? I assume the unit doesn’t have a plug that the cable that came with the switch could fit?
Correct. It is just an adapter that I purchased off Amazon.
Outstanding video!! Thanks
Much appreciated 🙏
Thankyou Justin !
Great video helped me understand the process. Seems doable. 1 question though. How long 30amp generator cord can be run from the transfer switch to the generator? I have to mount my switch outside and want to run a cord from the switch to my garage (about 75 ft) where I plan to keep my solar generator.
Southwire has a good voltage drop calculator on their website that will advise you.
SO COOL!!!!!!
Thanks for watching and commenting 👍🏻
@@JustinsProject Those power systems are so fascinating. They seem to becoming more able to power a whole house for several days.
They are definitely advancing super fast. It's amazing how simple they are to use.
Nice. Thank you 🙏 😊 😊
Appreciate it 🙏 Thank you for watching and commenting 👍🏻
So based off what it said on the switch panel door, I could swap in a 25 amp double pole Square D breaker into the 10 circuit version? That is what my HVAC breaker is, in my main panel. The 6 and the 10 circuit transfer switches "appear" to be designed the same.
Thanks for watching and commenting
That would have looked so much better if you had dropped it into the top of the trough with a chase nipple.