10000 + cycles and a 15 year life is way better than the industry leading battery companies claim It would be interesting to know where you got that data from as the DC House website states 3000 + cycles and 10 years both of which are more in common with other manufacturers.
Thank you for highlighting this! The graphic and details we used were taken from DCHouse website, however I’ve just checked again and they’ve changed it. The same graphic I pulled to use has been changed to 3000. As you can see on the video the original graphic said 10000. I will be contacting them urgently about this
Very confusing! the label on your battery shows 4000 + cycles. With such inconsistencies in their marketing data it makes you wonder about the quality of the product!!!
@@mikewykes6565 exactly! So we’ve removed the video and refuse to reinstate until DCHouse clarify, and change all of their graphics and literature to match. As brand new users we are in no position to confirm if their random snd extremely varying claims are true. Again thanks for highlighting this issue, we do not wish to put our name to something so unclear
Great vlog. There are alternatives out there will longer warranties(rather than lifespan) e.g up to 10 years with Fogstar, but those are a great price for anyone on a tighter budget so well done for highlighting an alternative
When I changed to lithium, I eventually realised that the biggest advantage is that you don't have to think about it any more. My own set up is 200 amp/hour LiFePo batteries with 300 watt solar. It just works!!
Happy days! Hope they work out for you, I think the more that come onto the market with similar specs, the prices have to come down and we’re seeing that bit by bit. The only issue I see is the low warranty period, on Amazon it says 2 years where other more established brands are 5-10 years but obviously cost a lot more.
They are performing amazingly , the manufacturers web states a 3 year warranty and 10 year expectancy , so all in all pretty amazing for the price 👌 Amazon have probably got it wrong 🙂 thanks for the comments 🙂
Ordered a lithium yesterday and just watched your video. What do i need to do with the vans connection to the battery? The vans system will put 14v through it when driving and also on hook up. Is there something i csn get to make it a flat 12v charging?
Good morning You’ll need more than 12 volts to charge it , hence the 14 volt from the alternator, it also needs good amps too , I would install a 30 amp B 2 B which is in the vlog , along with a shunt to monitor the battery , if you have solar you’ll also need a decent solar controller 👍 depending on the system you currently have , you’ll need to ascertain if you have a split charging system too , i.e both the leisure and vehicle battery receive a charge 👌 I would break each bit down and work through it slowly 🙂 hope that helps
@redsgotravels thanks for replying. I have a victron controller, lithium option. I thought a b2b was to switch between engine/leisure. It does that at the moment, would a soecific b2b operate differently for lithium? I thought maybe my current van charge system isn't good for lithium. I'm considering removing the vans 12v control source and wiring it to the victron load connection, then mains charging via the lithium supplied mains charger. I'll check the vlog again.
@LeeUK2 here’s a link ref the b2b , although USA , it explains it well, the switching between batteries is a split relay system, the b2b is a smart system to charge lithium , the one I used is specifically for charging the leisure battery , the alternator continues to charge the vehicle battery, however the b2b draws from this and charges the leisure battery at a higher rate, my vehicles charging system was max 18 amps , not enough for lithium , the B2B amplifies the charge up to a level where it is needed for Lithium , hope that helps 🙂 thewanderful.co/blog/what-is-a-dc-dc-battery-charger-all-you-need-to-know What victron controller do you have ? 🙂 Here’s another good link 👌 www.12voltplanet.co.uk/victron-orion-tr-smart-1212-30a-non-isolated-dc-dc-charger.html?srsltid=AfmBOoqKcwZkpo6UqGVqx-a5Q1WExkbeNBdf1oP0B7Zu9NUS0zqLGKlO
Thank you for your blog posts, very enjoyable. Something Very Very important. I just realized you dont have a DISCLAIMER at the beginning. People may try to copy you and it does not always go to plan and someone may get blamed. I noticed some inconsistencies in the battery information. While I believe the overall content is accurate, the cycle life of lithium batteries (10,000+) seems exaggerated. It's possible that the market is becoming oversaturated, leading to inflated claims similar to those seen with products like handheld LED lights or laser pens. Top-tier lithium battery brands typically advertise around 5,000 cycles. Additionally, there are three primary types of lead-acid batteries: Gel and AGM. Both can be discharged to 20% but ideally should be kept at 100%. Discharging to 20% is possible but reduces battery life, with optimal performance above 50%. Lithium batteries also have limitations; they prefer to operate between 20% and 80% for optimal lifespan.
You need to add the temperature sensor to your Victron shunt it will link with the solar controller and shut it down if the battery temperature is below what you set the alarm too. In our case 5 DegC. All the data such as state of charge , temperature is viewable on the app you can scroll back or adjust timeframes to see it. Victron is more expensive than others but has a 5 year warranty that they do honour.
10000 + cycles and a 15 year life is way better than the industry leading battery companies claim It would be interesting to know where you got that data from as the DC House website states 3000 + cycles and 10 years both of which are more in common with other manufacturers.
Thank you for highlighting this! The graphic and details we used were taken from DCHouse website, however I’ve just checked again and they’ve changed it. The same graphic I pulled to use has been changed to 3000. As you can see on the video the original graphic said 10000.
I will be contacting them urgently about this
Very confusing! the label on your battery shows 4000 + cycles. With such inconsistencies in their marketing data it makes you wonder about the quality of the product!!!
@@mikewykes6565 exactly! So we’ve removed the video and refuse to reinstate until DCHouse clarify, and change all of their graphics and literature to match. As brand new users we are in no position to confirm if their random snd extremely varying claims are true.
Again thanks for highlighting this issue, we do not wish to put our name to something so unclear
Great vlog. There are alternatives out there will longer warranties(rather than lifespan) e.g up to 10 years with Fogstar, but those are a great price for anyone on a tighter budget so well done for highlighting an alternative
Thankyou ! Yes the price is amazing 👌❤️
I'd looked at Victron and Battleborn...pricey pricey pricey 😮
When I changed to lithium, I eventually realised that the biggest advantage is that you don't have to think about it any more.
My own set up is 200 amp/hour LiFePo batteries with 300 watt solar.
It just works!!
It’s amazing isn’t it ! No more worrying 👌🙂
Enjoyable vlog, can you tell me what the small rectangular box is that appears on top of the right hand battery at approx 10:34 ?
Thankyou ! It is a Bluetooth battery monitor which is now taken out as I’ve installed a shunt 🙂
@@redsgotravels Thank You for the prompt reply
Our pleasure 🙂👌
Had to laugh; first time I've ever heard the ladies say, with a smile in their voice, 'oooooo, that's a lot smaller'. 🤣
🤣🤣 but lasts longer with more power 😬😬
Happy days! Hope they work out for you, I think the more that come onto the market with similar specs, the prices have to come down and we’re seeing that bit by bit. The only issue I see is the low warranty period, on Amazon it says 2 years where other more established brands are 5-10 years but obviously cost a lot more.
They are performing amazingly , the manufacturers web states a 3 year warranty and 10 year expectancy , so all in all pretty amazing for the price 👌 Amazon have probably got it wrong 🙂 thanks for the comments 🙂
@@redsgotravels Ahh ok thank you. Fab they’re working well for you!
@ian_morg 👌❤️
Ordered a lithium yesterday and just watched your video.
What do i need to do with the vans connection to the battery? The vans system will put 14v through it when driving and also on hook up. Is there something i csn get to make it a flat 12v charging?
Should have included - instead of replacing vans charger (2005 van)
Is there something that will take current power in to suit the lithium battery?
Good morning You’ll need more than 12 volts to charge it , hence the 14 volt from the alternator, it also needs good amps too , I would install a 30 amp B 2 B which is in the vlog , along with a shunt to monitor the battery , if you have solar you’ll also need a decent solar controller 👍 depending on the system you currently have , you’ll need to ascertain if you have a split charging system too , i.e both the leisure and vehicle battery receive a charge 👌 I would break each bit down and work through it slowly 🙂 hope that helps
@LeeUK2 yes , a B 2 B controller 👌
@redsgotravels thanks for replying.
I have a victron controller, lithium option.
I thought a b2b was to switch between engine/leisure. It does that at the moment, would a soecific b2b operate differently for lithium?
I thought maybe my current van charge system isn't good for lithium.
I'm considering removing the vans 12v control source and wiring it to the victron load connection, then mains charging via the lithium supplied mains charger.
I'll check the vlog again.
@LeeUK2 here’s a link ref the b2b , although USA , it explains it well, the switching between batteries is a split relay system, the b2b is a smart system to charge lithium , the one I used is specifically for charging the leisure battery , the alternator continues to charge the vehicle battery, however the b2b draws from this and charges the leisure battery at a higher rate, my vehicles charging system was max 18 amps , not enough for lithium , the B2B amplifies the charge up to a level where it is needed for Lithium , hope that helps 🙂 thewanderful.co/blog/what-is-a-dc-dc-battery-charger-all-you-need-to-know
What victron controller do you have ? 🙂
Here’s another good link 👌 www.12voltplanet.co.uk/victron-orion-tr-smart-1212-30a-non-isolated-dc-dc-charger.html?srsltid=AfmBOoqKcwZkpo6UqGVqx-a5Q1WExkbeNBdf1oP0B7Zu9NUS0zqLGKlO
Thank you for your blog posts, very enjoyable. Something Very Very important. I just realized you dont have a DISCLAIMER at the beginning. People may try to copy you and it does not always go to plan and someone may get blamed.
I noticed some inconsistencies in the battery information. While I believe the overall content is accurate, the cycle life of lithium batteries (10,000+) seems exaggerated. It's possible that the market is becoming oversaturated, leading to inflated claims similar to those seen with products like handheld LED lights or laser pens. Top-tier lithium battery brands typically advertise around 5,000 cycles.
Additionally, there are three primary types of lead-acid batteries: Gel and AGM. Both can be discharged to 20% but ideally should be kept at 100%. Discharging to 20% is possible but reduces battery life, with optimal performance above 50%.
Lithium batteries also have limitations; they prefer to operate between 20% and 80% for optimal lifespan.
Thanks for the info ! Batteries are great , but of course under ongoing review 👍 very impressed so far 🙂
Great insight, and lithium now becoming more affordable for sure. What shunt did you fit ?
Thankyou ❤️ we fitted the Victron smart shunt so it all integrates into one 🙂
You need to add the temperature sensor to your Victron shunt it will link with the solar controller and shut it down if the battery temperature is below what you set the alarm too. In our case 5 DegC. All the data such as state of charge , temperature is viewable on the app you can scroll back or adjust timeframes to see it. Victron is more expensive than others but has a 5 year warranty that they do honour.
Thankyou ! Will have a look at that for sure , even though our batteries are inside under the seat , it’s a worthwhile addition 👍