Official Parts List to Build Your Own (affiliate links):
5000W All-in-one: https://amzn.to/4krMjqz
48V Server Rack Battery: https://amzn.to/4l8EHth
Battery Cables: https://amzn.to/4kJ65NX
Hand Truck: https://www.harborfreight.com/material-handling/hand-trucks-carts-dollies/hand-platform-trucks/800-lb-capacity-hand-truck-58294.html
Solar Panel Disconnect Switch: https://amzn.to/3ZNSXz3
AC Input Cord: https://amzn.to/4dMjdQm
Surge Strip for AC Output: https://amzn.to/4jAPAme
AC Receptacle: https://amzn.to/4mPyqEo
One Gang Electrical Box for Outlets: https://amzn.to/4l8FmuL
80A Outlet Box (wiring needs to be upgraded if you want to use it at max output): https://amzn.to/4ju8gE3
MC4 Extension cables for solar panel wires: https://amzn.to/43jNm3u
Have a small solar array? Use a step-up solar charge controller, scroll to bottom of page: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/mobile-48v-system.html
Step Down Converter for 12V Loads: https://amzn.to/4jAKBlD
Solar Panels I recommend:https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/300w-solar-panels.html
Solar Panel Ground Mount Racking: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/ground-mount-racks.html
Tools:
Wire Strippers: https://amzn.to/3Hq23Mc
Important Links Mentioned:
Cold Climate String Voltage Calculation: https://youtu.be/5sYi_HFgmSY?si=OUrvc26LGTzEC4Gn
0:00 Intro
0:18 What You Need First
0:44 Connect The Battery
1:42 Connect PV Disconnect
2:23 Connect AC Outlets
4:08 Connect AC Input Cord
4:46 Power it up!
6:30 How to Connect A Solar Array
9:10 Limited Roof Space? Use this!
9:32 Powering 12V Loads
10:03 Conclusion
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*Signature Solar*
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*Current Connected*
Victron, EG4, Midnite and so much more! Fast shipping and great prices:
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*WattCycle*
A very budget friendly 12V battery that works great!
https://www.wattcycle.com/collections/all/products/wattcycle-12v-100ah-group-24-lifepo4-battery?ref=aaezwkkc
*Litime*
Classic and reliable 12V batteries for solar! Bestseller for many years:
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*Epoch Batteries*
High-quality, marine grade 12V batteries that can survive anything!:
https://www.epochbatteries.com/products/12v-460ah-lifepo4-battery-ip67-heated-bluetooth-victron-comms?rfsn=7352625.50494d
*IntegraRack*
DIY Friendly Solar Panel Mounting Kits! Easy to assemble and super strong:
https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/ground-mount-racks.html
*Ecoflow Power Stations*
The most popular plug-n-play mobile power station! I have been using these for years:
https://amzn.to/4gID4j0
*Anker Power Stations*
Highest efficiency and best performance. The biggest challenger to Ecoflow yet!
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*Watts247*
Need international shipping for large batteries and inverters? Check them out!
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*Rich Solar*
One stop shop for budget 12V systems!
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*Battery Hookup*
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*Contact Information:*
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