Ryobi One+ 18V Cordless 150W Powered Inverter Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 1 ม.ค. 2021
- Price at Home Depot: homedepot.sjv.io/Bqoo1
The Ryobi RYi150BG does a great job of providing 120V AC power for low power devices.
If you want to know if this works with a specific electronic device, check the data plate on your device to see if it's under 1.25A for current usage, and be sure that it can handle a modified sine wave. For projected runtime, see formula at 2:27 to determine it for your device and battery combination. - วิทยาศาสตร์และเทคโนโลยี
I used two of these to run a Trunk or Treat display last year. Lights and blow up decorations.
I use this inverter for soldering irons. Especially for my TS100, works great. My soldering iron is now so portable
Ryobi do a 18+ soldiering iron already?
@@digitalnomadni I had this same idea since I already own a wall plug soldering iorn. No sense buya 100 dollar iorn when I already have one and thus thing is multi use off the soldering iorn
@@digitalnomadni The TS100 is in another league its a damn good iron the size of a sharpie that punches up close to a hako
Exactly what I wanted to know. My pinecil v2 is on the way, can't wait!!
Interesting! The math here is 85V * 2 for peak to peak (-85V to 85V) converted to RMS.
So (85*2)/√2 = 120V. Nice 👍🏼
I watch your videos to get cool details like this. Thank you!
very thorough ! its videos like this that make me say , nah, I cant make a review video. look what Im up against. good job bud 👍
LOL, thanks! If you want to feel better, go watch some of my really old videos. Everyone's got to start somewhere!
Well done, clear and to the point. Thank you.
oddly enough, the "sensitive" electronics are usually mostly fine with these modified sine wave inverters. They rectify the voltage to DC anyways. Usually the bigger problems are electrical noise for audio circuits, and the hum in motors. Most cell phone and laptop chargers have no problems with this.
you should do this kind of review for Ryobi's 1000W inverter, this is hugely insightful.
I hope you and yours have a wonderful New Year's awesome new videos and many Reviews coming from you 🍻🍺
Happy New Years!
Wow... super informative and easy to understand but above all.... very useful information. I am subscribing now....
Thank you. I have been looking for something-ryobi that might power my small tools. Plugging things in and trying answered my questions about this one
You might want to look at the newer USB-C version of this one. It can output 150W AC power and also charge the battery via USB-C: homedepot.sjv.io/m5kYoZ
Works with the small cube artic air unit. You can fill it with ice and cool down aiming it at your feet. Also a set of clippers, a party light from Spencers that rotates wouldn't use on lava lamp, or that ring light from Walmart for pod casting like 10 inch one. Thanks tho
Revisiting this video...
I recently did a run time test with a 4aH battery and the classic Lasko, 20" 3 speed box fan. From what I could find, the fan is rated at 75w. I ended the test at 30 minutes on the highest speed when the battery hit 1 bar.
Good to know - those numbers line up almost perfectly with my efficiency calculations of 68%!
Man, great informative video!
ty, was thinkiing of using this for CPAP with heater turned off but scared the modified sine wave will damage it
Nice video. I've had that inverter for a while. I like it, I think I paid $79 (round up $80), but $59 is a great price. I also have the 40v 300W inverter, and I don't like it as much as the 18v model.
Mine is garbage that dont work.. thx ryobi
@@marcushennings9513 , my first one worked great. I picked up a couple more on sale and just packed them away (based on the performance of my first one). Based on your results I'm going to pull mine and make sure I got ones that work. Thanks for the heads up
I got 2 of these free for ryobi days deal, while it has limitations it has alot of uses as well I got them mainly for power outages.
Great review, thanks
Appreciate the thorough review. Am on the fence with this one (I'm to that point with a bunch of the Ryobi 18V line after over 15 years of being with it). I'd be willing to pay more for a beefier model, which I think would add a lot more utility to the product. 1.25A is just not a whole lot to work with. If it could run my Dremel without bogging down, I'd buy it for sure. That was one of the first applications I thought of when these first came out.
I do wish it could do a little higher current output as well. But I mainly use it with that Dremel 4200 I showed in the video, and rarely have it stall.
@@DoresoomReviews Well, I did a test of my Moto-tool(circa 1970, made in Racine Wisc.) and the most I could get it to pull was 1.2A... so maybe I'll give this inverter a go.
@@philjohnson796 There is the 40v that does 300W... There's an inherent limitation with a single battery solution. Too bad Ryobi never released the multi-battery inverter they were supposed to in 2019, I believe that was suppose to be a 1500W unit... The 40v batteries are basically 36v, so there is the possibility of creating your own connection to use with an off the shelf inverter but nothing plug and play...
There is a different model coming out soon according to Ryobi. Says it can even be solar charged.
www.ryobitools.com/products/details/46396035356
Great over view. I really didn't know if this inverter would be useful to me. I now know it's a good unit, but not for me.
Thanks for the video!
Can you chrage a switch oled
Very technical review. Thanks.
I have an off-grid cabin and an off-grid boat and I use Ryobi for everything for the fans for the lights for the tools. I have two of those six bank battery chargers by Ryobi. And I really would love to figure out how to hook them up to solar. Does Ryobi have something that would charge up those 18 volt batteries off of solar or really what I want is to be able to charge the battery bank of six leave that all the time and I can always have charge batteries. But it needs to be hooked up to solar how to do that I bet you know
Ryobi doesn't have a solution for hooking up chargers directly to solar. They do have the newer version of this inverter that can charge a battery via USB-C input ( www.homedepot.com/p/RYOBI-150-Watt-Push-Start-Power-Source-and-Charger-for-ONE-18-Volt-Battery-Tool-Only-RYi150CBT/321560207 ), and I have the Jackery Solar Saga 100W panels that output to USB-C that would work with it. I reviewed the solar panels here: th-cam.com/video/YYMgjE4SP8c/w-d-xo.html
If you want to run both of the 6-Pack chargers, you could look into a solar battery generator/inverter. You'd have to charge it off of solar and then use it to run the Ryobi chargers. Not the most efficient, but possibly the best solution.
Lastly, Ryobi did just come out with an 18V battery inverter that can handle up to 8 batteries at once. It CAN charge via USB-C, but it's at a pathetically measly 60W. So if you had near perfect efficiency it would take 10 hours to fully charge 8 4Ah batteries. It's also super overpriced: www.homedepot.com/p/RYOBI-18-Volt-1800-Watt-Power-Station-Battery-Inverter-Push-Button-Battery-Generator-8-Port-Charger-Tool-Only-RYI818BT/326468633
Anyone use this for HDTV? I have a 24" smart tv and just want to set it out in the back yard. This inverter might just do the trick?
Can you get 2.4 amps from one USB port to charge a single USB device? Thanks
Yes, it charges my GS10e phone at the same rate the stock charge does.
Nice review, thanks... I have been waiting for some one to take their multi charger and rewire in and make a DC power source connected/strapped to a pure sinewave inverter.
That would be an awesome project to see!
Guy named serendipitysue did I believe, check it out
i wonder if i can run a router and modem with this when we experience power outside in our area.
I've done it with mine.
Anyone know if a portable scoreboard would trip the inverter? Been thinking about this one since power generators are really big.
I explain how to check in the video. Look at the wattage rating of your scoreboard.
Can this be used in reverse from a car's USB port to charge the ryobi battery attached to the inverter?
Not this one. But Ryobi just announced a new model that will have that functionality.
excellent review.
Glad you liked it!
@@DoresoomReviews yes, this was done well. i have considered this inverter. its not much of anything. looking at the P703 there is not enough room to convert. i'm not going to buy the inverter just to gut it. i'll build my own. the problem is the plastic part. i don't have a 3d printer. A smoke checked charger might work. Thanks.
¿Which Ryobi power source do you recommend to run two 100w led video lights for a minimum of 6 hours? Considering staying as low budget as possible, ¿would you recommend 2 of this units? It says here on the video light AC adapter 150w 16v power, input 100-240v, 50/60Hz, output 16v---9A. I would appreciate some guidance, thank you in advance.
Not this one, that's for sure. It can run one of those lights for less than an hour with the largest 18V battery Ryobi makes. I give you the exact formula in the video.
If I have a 48ft long LED light string, would this be able to power that?
Probably. To be sure, look at its wattage rating like I show you in the video.
Just wondering if this inverter will be ok to power up a Wi-Fi router. My router is 12v 1.5amps. I don’t know much about that sine wave thing so I better start reading about it.
The easiest way to check if the router can run off a modified sine wave is to look in the manual or call up the customer service department for the router.
@@DoresoomReviews I can’t remember if I still have the manual but I will have a look.
Thanks for your reply.
Very informative video!
I was wondering, if this only powered a lamp for ~50 min, what would be a better way to power a lamp or incandescent bulb for several hours with just a battery?
A 9Ah battery, or use a high efficiency LED bulb in the lamp. Ryobi has a lot of 18V LED lights that will be way more efficient too.
@@DoresoomReviews I was hoping to use an 18V battery, inverter, and light bulb (as heat source) to make a heated, insulated box to keep in my work truck to keep sprayers (for pest control) from freezing at night this winter... So far it seems like it might not be overly plausible, but I’m trying to figure out all my options...
Ah, gotcha! If it's well insulated, you could just put a lower wattage bulb in there and see if that's enough to maintain temperature. Or get a 3' pipe heater with a thermostat and line the perimeter. That way it only draws power when you need it to. The closer to freezing you are without actually going below freezing, the better. Heat transfers faster with higher temperature differentials.
@@DoresoomReviews that’s awesome! I’ll give it a try. Thank you so much for your help and quick response!!
Thanks - question, is the modified sine wave good enough to power an old synchronous 60Hz motor, such as was found in old clock radios? Reason, thinking of this to drive a vintage telescope clock drive motor. Telescope is very rare and clock drive on it even rarer, don't want to damage it.
I really couldn't say for sure it will be ok, sorry.
Has anyone used one of these for a CPAP machine? Planning a camping trip in a few months and will be off grid.
Check with your CPAP manufacturer to make sure the modified sine wave won't damage it.
Would you say this is comparable to the top off or would the top off be more efficient/powerful.
The M18 Top Off is rated for 175W, vs the Ryobi's 150W. So you'll be able to power slightly more with the Milwaukee. Ryobi did just announce a newer version of this inverter that can charge a One+ 18V battery as well. I think it's the same 150W power output though.
@@DoresoomReviews right, that two battery kit + this free makes it tempting. But the top off seems like a better performing unit. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
Great review. Would this be suitable to recharge a laptop?
I think so, but I would check with your laptop manufacturer about compatibility with a modified sine wave input. The biggest risk of damage is probably to your power supply brick if it can't handle anything other than pure sine wave.
@@DoresoomReviews I got one this week (UK plug) and it does not work with Apple laptop charger, probably for the reason you mention.
Did you confirm the battery is actually achieving the rated Wh's you based your efficiency derate on?
No, I don't have equipment to do that with. The battery I used is 2 years old, but hasn't been used hard.
@@DoresoomReviews i just use the batteries in my 10W project light and time from full charge to light out.
Good idea - I didn't realize Ryobi specified wattage on their lighting tools. Unfortunately, I don't think I currently have any constant draw Ryobi tools (like worklights) to evaluate it with.
@@DoresoomReviews sounds like another purchase and review! - Ryobi lights. 😉
@@AllenReinecke do 100W to save some time. Bro.
Can I use my rice cooker on this tool? Roce would be a nice meal on the outdoors.
Follow my instructions in the video to figure it out. Anything over 150W or 1.25A won't work.
So is there one that doesn’t over heat n is cheaper?
No, not from Ryobi. This one doesn't really overheat - it's just rated for 150W and will shut off if you plug a load into it greater than that. They do have a newer version (also rated for 150W) that can charge the battery via USB C input: homedepot.sjv.io/m5kYoZ
They also have a MUCH more expensive 8 battery version that can output 1800W: homedepot.sjv.io/k0PYJv
Have you tried to power a TV???
Whoa whoa whoa I didn't know I'd have to do MATH
😂
Can you use this inverter with a tv?
It will probably run a TV. But check your TV's wattage like I instructed how to do in the video. You may also want to check the user manual or contact the OEM to make sure the modified sine wave won't damage it.
didn't know I needed this until my power went out one day while I was working. I work remotely using a laptop, and with no power/internet I was unable to work. I remembered I had this sitting in my garage and was able to power my laptop and phone (for hotspot) for my entire 8 hour shift using it. I think I burned through 3 4ah batteries in the process though.
Do you think it will work with 12v fridges?
A 12VDC fridge wouldn't need an inverter like this. A DC to DC converter rated for your fridge's wattage would work better, as long as you had a way to connect it to the battery and the 12VDC car cigarette port. It will be WAY more efficient than going from 18VDC->120VAC->12VDC too. Just make sure you check the fridge's power consumption is reasonable for the batteries you want to use it with. For example, a 55W average load fridge will drain a 4Ah battery in about 78 minutes.
@@DoresoomReviews Agreed, have you seen such an adapter?
I don't know of a commercial version, but if you're relatively handy you could cobble together something with these parts:
Ryobi 18V battery adapter: amzn.to/3ngsW9g
DC-DC Converter: amzn.to/3hh8qS3
12V Cigarette Lighter Outlet: amzn.to/3zZfpGO
If you've already got wire and something to fasten it to, that's might be a good solution for around $55.
@@DoresoomReviews That's a great idea. I haven't this type of work before but I'm keen to start. Would be able to point me towards some resource for beginners? Thanks!
This guy did something similar - you wouldn't necessarily need a 3D printer to do it though: th-cam.com/video/p9G_shkDBt4/w-d-xo.html
I bought both and I don't know how to charge it
Where ks the f cable
Please help me
You need a separate charger for this model.
@@DoresoomReviews yeah omg I just bought it actually
But tomorrow for sure Ill go and buy the charger and hopefully it will work on my heater
@@DoresoomReviews thank you so much
So it will run anything under 150W
Pretty much, as long as whatever you're running can handle a modified sine wave.
Hi im trying to buy this ryobi inverter but i would like to know it would work on my 1500W heater fan? Thank u it would really help
No. 150W is less than 1500W last time I checked.
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Se puede adactar a 12vol
No, that's a different adapter that Ryobi makes: homedepot.sjv.io/AWQnK1
Buy two 4.0 batteries and charger and you can choose this as a free tool sale at HD right now
I just paid $90 for it at home depot. Am I being robbed?
Return it and get the Ryobi Days deal for $10 more! Two 4Ah batteries, a charger, and a free tool (this inverter is on the list!) homedepot.sjv.io/yRAPrG
Can’t get them in the UK for love nor money.
Halfords
Well explained What, Why & How...subbd
Hmm wonder where they got this idea from? (Milwaukee, cough cough).
LOL, Ryobi came out with this over a year before Milwaukee did.
Also, Ryobi and Milwaukee are both owned by TTI. It's certainly possible that their R&D departments are on speaking terms.
I actually hypothesized this when news of the Ryobi was revealed, and I had also found the patent for Milwaukee's Top Off version. My contact at Milwaukee made it VERY clear that they don't share engineering development intellectual property between Ryobi and Milwaukee. 😆
Be careful with your name brands. When I was in lower management with Rubbermaid, we had a vice president come speak with us who had been over Black and Decker and DeWalt. He told us that the only difference between DeWalt tools and Black and Decker was the plastic covering, the marketing and therefore higher price. Exact same internal hardware. I'll admit that I don't know who makes Milwaukee or if they have any other named lines like this, but it's something to think about.
The same engineers for SB&D do design work for Black and Decker, MAC Tools, and DeWalt. It's not so with TTI's power tool brands. Completely separate engineering departments for Ryobi and Milwaukee. You can tell by checking the engineers' names on the patents.
Modified Sine Wave. Junk. Use it for a Dremel Tool? I suppose but I have the battery powered Dremel for those situations. Not as powerful but I have used it for tasks beyond what its intended for. I buy good AA batteries in quantity when they are on sale since I use them for many things. Grinding steel with the Dremel will use them up pretty quick. Don't care. inverter output is too small to be useful for anything but USB and who doesn't already have ways to do that. I know I have several. Another "thing" with a flashlight. Hilarious. Looked at this inverter in the store and the package conveniently doesn't mention the wave form. The 300 watt 40 volt inverter does, "pure sinewave". Hopefully they are being honest and if so that item should be something that would have some practical use. Thanks for the video.
I guess it’s good if you have a ton of 18v ryobi batteries that you want to max
There is two newer models of this now
I know of one newer model which can charge the battery via USB-C, model # RYi150CBT. What's the other one?
Inductive motors do not like modified sine wave. It will run hot......
Yeah, it will waste a little more power to heat. I haven't had a problem with that Dremel getting excessively hot while using it though.
Don’t buy this product. Used It 6 times and it stopped working. Read the reviews, I wish I would have. Ended up modifying ryobi 18 volt flashlight and installing a dc/dc down voltage regulator. Runs everything from 75 watt to 300 watt inverter with no issues. Also installed car 12 volt socket and usb charger ports. Plus it is still a ryobi flashlight.
That sounds nice. Do you have a video on that?
Video plz
MacGruber
Mine is already on the way in the mail...wish me luck
Im no electrician but the amount of stupid questions asking "can this power my fridge, drill etc are baffling.. it takes a simple math equation to find out. Volt x amp= watts.. watts divided by volts = amps..
People see a plug and think they can use it for everything as an outlet..
🤣 That's why I gave the formula for runtime and how to look up the data plate on the appliance for wattage. I swear, the Home Depot website Q&A section must have someone asking if it will run every electrical device man has ever invented.