How to Pick the RIGHT SOLAR PANEL for YOUR Power Station *UNSPONSORED*

How to Pick the RIGHT SOLAR PANEL for YOUR Power Station UNSPONSORED

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11 ай бұрын

#rvlife #vanlife #carcamping #powerstation #solar #portablesolar
Now that you're armed with the important information, here are some of my favorite portable panels for your consideration:
100W
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220W EcoFlow BiFacial (Voc 21.8V Isc 13A): amzn.to/3Q1melY (not Solar Stakes compatible)
300W Elecaenta (Voc 47.6V Isc 10A): amzn.to/3OpGlce
330W Pecron (Voc 39.6V Isc 12A): amzn.to/3pXzU6O
400W AllPowers (Voc 45.3V Isc 11.45A): amzn.to/43G80tM
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@ElaiisTaiE 16 күн бұрын

I work for a solar panel company. Lots of people love to get a portable power station intending to charge it with the portable panel they’ve been using with their RV for years. What we tend to run into is most RVs are wired with an unregulated connection to the battery for portable panels so the panels have an integrated controller. Portable power stations have a regulated connection for solar, meaning the controller is integrated into the battery. If you plug a regulated solar panel into a regulated battery, it’s a non-starter. The controllers will just conflict with each other. Also on the series v parallel discussion, when panels are in series they need to have the same output current or wattage or the string will be brought down to the lowest common wattage. In parallel, they need to have the same output voltage or the string will be brought down to lowest common voltage (though the array can still output if one of the panels go to 0V unlike a series string).

@matthewtaylor3301 11 ай бұрын

Amps are pulled, volts are forced. The charge controller will only pull as many amps as are available without causing voltage sag, or whatever it’s max rating is. You can’t ‘overamp’ the MPPT. Stay within the voltage range and you’ll be fine.

@skepticalmechanic 2 ай бұрын

Amps are not pull.. Amps are the amount of flow like gallons per minute… Voltage is pressure… please don’t give incorrect information.

@dan_real_review 2 ай бұрын

@@skepticalmechanic Everything @matthewtaylor3301 said is correct. You just looking for something to nitpick about. Your pushing the point, his easy to understand explanation is not 100% correct. Next you will point out spelling and grammar mistakes I assume.

@konstantinlozev2272 12 күн бұрын

This is probably the most useful and accessible video on solar panels and power stations. Absolute gem!

@slightlytwistedagain 10 ай бұрын

Excellent guide. I recommend to do this annually, not only for the new tech, but it's actually more attractive for people to check out if the information is recent. From my own experience looking at other types of hardware, the last thing anyone wants to do is to learn something that's a decade out of date.

@jaminbruce6940 8 ай бұрын

I just have to say thank you for doing these videos. I was lost on what I needed and you have helped on so much. thank you.

@kimck99 11 ай бұрын

Wow. I must have watched 2 hours of your videos in the last 24 hours! Very informative stuff. Thanks. WONKA!

@7106jazz 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for providing such informative knowledge. This is exactly what I needed.

@dennismyles8450 2 ай бұрын

I watch you all the time but I must’ve missed this particular video. I wanted to tell you that you are doing great work in the solar field and we appreciate you. Keep up the good work, sir. We are watching and learning. Thank you.

@ReeWrayOutdoors 2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for those kind words, Dennis! :) Very sincerely appreciated!

@thaberny13 11 ай бұрын

As always another great video loaded with info. I’ve learned so much from your channel and the Acevolt 700 I got it’s such a workhorse and never lets me down. Also I really like the Wonka quote within the video. Thanks again!

@monkeysnm 11 ай бұрын

Great information, I have enjoyed your review on other solar product as well. Thanks for your work Wonka!

@piersstronge1441 10 ай бұрын

What a great video! Informative and entertaining, I came looking for my new Flashspeed and came away a little smarter than when I started the video. Thanks as always

@beachykeen95 10 ай бұрын

Absolutely easy to understand guidance for a confusing process , thanks

@JimMcPartland 11 ай бұрын

WONKA, WHAT A GREAT IDEA THOSE STAKES ARE!! Very cool. Thanks for explaining everything!

@amypoole30 11 ай бұрын

You have made me a dedicated subscriber. I am a newbie to solar for camping and i just learned all the basics of figuring how much i need but the guy didnt mention any of this and i figured (as an old radio shack manger) there was a lot of details the guy left out. This was extremely informative and greatly appreciated!

@mikes79 11 ай бұрын

Great video! As I plan my cargo trailer conversion your information is quite helpful. Thanks for all the time you put into these videos. Wonka, Wonka, Wonka!

@Mulderfactoring 11 ай бұрын

Wonka a wonderful video. You are an important resource as we choose our power station for our horse trailer with a living quarters. Thank you for the hard work you do!

@michaelgrix 11 ай бұрын

I'm just starting to Wonka my way into solar power stations and solar panels. Thanks for this informative video!

@th235 2 ай бұрын

Wow! Thank you…this is packed with great information which I’ve had a difficult time finding-particularly all in one place. Cheers!

@GetReadyPrepping 11 ай бұрын

This is genuinely helpful

@susyforfa 11 ай бұрын

Very well done video. Well explained and thought out. Learned a lot Wonka

@stuartveale2820 2 ай бұрын

Great overview - thanks

@susanedsall1129 11 ай бұрын

OMG! I was just looking at the portable 100 watt solar panel to use with our Egoflow 2. Thank you for this video!! It was perfect timing!!

@theworldssexiestman 10 ай бұрын

Very clearly explained and even I could understand it. Very good advice about connections too. Jerry

@c.y.997 11 ай бұрын

Great video! Was having a difficult time piecing it all together on my own!

@curtislawson6748 3 ай бұрын

I bought a pecron 600 with the 200 watt folding panels. I then bought a charge controller to hook up my rv battery and thought I would use the pecron panels. Nope figured out the hard way the panel was 36 volt and the charge controller only can handle 25 volts. Should have watched your video first. Lol

@solarpowerlifestyle 7 ай бұрын

Great informative video! Thank you for creating this!

@tz55lj 11 ай бұрын

As always, you produce solid content that I always learn from. Thank you. Wonka

@drjeffles 11 ай бұрын

I learn so much from your Channel. Just bought my first real solar panels and waiting on my solar generator to be delivered from Pecron. Thanks for all you do. Wonka.

@konkaragounakis5924 2 ай бұрын

I really like your explanations and details. And thanks for sharing your experiences.

@kirkelliott3684 5 ай бұрын

One of the most useful videos I have seen for us beginners. WONKA

@hectorliriano1953 11 ай бұрын

Hello “Gadget Guy”. First off I Wonka thank you for all of your very detailed and informative videos. I purchased a Pecron E2000lfp because of your reviews a couple months ago. Wasn’t sure of any solar panels until you posted the Elecaenta 300 video. I just ordered one and a 120 watt also. Now oh have 420 watts of Solar to play with. Thanks for your links and discount codes. Keep up the great work.

@Seafariireland 8 ай бұрын

Clever man, excellent lesson. Thank you.

@peggybloomfield1406 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your knowledge

@Tkjimmy1 11 ай бұрын

This was very educational and I learned a lot in this about solar. I bought a solar generator last year and tried it on my service truck, but it didn’t perform as good as the gas one so I took it off of there after about a month I sure Wonka a new panel to go with it, thanks for all your education on solar. This has been an absolutely great video.

@Dcubano 11 ай бұрын

Great job on this video. Just picked up the delta 2 max but still need a solar panel for camping when hunting. Thank you for posting great content. Wonka!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@gordonlowe5405 11 ай бұрын

Great video! Love the Wonka!

@jpolt65 6 ай бұрын

Very good, informative video and thank you!

@trevormcmillan3334 11 ай бұрын

Another great video. Thanks for all the information and advice you provide. Wonka.

@waynesbike 6 ай бұрын

Very well done, sir. Most informative video on the connectors and determining male from female no matter if labeled or not. Thank you

@txsears 11 ай бұрын

Very informative. As you said I may need to watch this a few times to gain a full understanding. I am researching solar panels for my new UGreen 1200W you previewed a few months ago. I used it for the first time In Yellowstone and it was great!Wonka!

@moemoto79 11 ай бұрын

Wonka What a great review answered many of my questions! Keep up these helpful vids.

@4WingView Ай бұрын

At first watching i was confused. Then found the encouraged myself to reasearch. Now im fully vested in all your videos. Thank you greatly for your time and teachings

@deadonleprechaun 11 ай бұрын

Wonka good overview of solar panels with lots of valuable insight.

@fredennenga1751 11 ай бұрын

Thank you sir! Great information as usual. WONKA does it!

@sodiumfat 11 ай бұрын

Thanks Soo much! You have motivated me to buying a Jackery. I also bought a 120w elecaenta, I’m thinking of buying a second for my 880 Jackery. Your way in explaining is very articulate and clear. I look forward to more videos! WONKA !!😂

@jamespreece8512 11 ай бұрын

i'm new to the solar generators and panels so you help a lot, thanks wonka

@themoonshell-F4LFJ 3 ай бұрын

Thanks! With you explanation I was able to identify the right panel for the solar charger I have 👍

@imperialwes49 11 ай бұрын

So much info in this video thanks for providing them. I like the Willie Wonka edits that you showed throughout the video. I am looking to get into portable solar.

@budmartin3344 11 ай бұрын

Very good information about ETF that I did not know about. I bought the 200W Xday one and no matter what I do I only get about 80W output feeding my Bluetti even after they sent me a replacement, I have their bendable 100W panel and able to get 80W with no problem.

@krisyoung447 11 ай бұрын

Nice job on explaining the gender of MC4 connectors and flow from panel to storage. GOOD DAY SIR!

@uraldum 11 ай бұрын

Helped me decide on getting an EcoFlow Delta during their last round of sales. Now I'm needing a solar panel like Augustus needs Wonka bars.

@JustScottPaid 11 ай бұрын

😂 He was my favorite character of the movie!!!😂

@rsgallo 11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much much for another very informative video! I recently purchased a Elecaenta 120 watt portable solar panel based on your reviews. It's a perfect match to charge my UIBI 666Wh power station, which you've also reviewed! Both will help during the next power outage and also be a great camping addition. Willy Wonka would have been proud of your using his clip in your video & I hope to win one of those panel stake-down gifts! Thanks again and keep up the great videos!!!

@hike-bike-paddle-and-drone 6 ай бұрын

This was GREAT!!! I learned so much!!

@MikeSmartCastle 12 күн бұрын

Thank you for this video! I am very much of a newbie about solar and this video helped me more then anything else I've watched, and I've watched a lot. Great job!

@TommyJones49 28 күн бұрын

Excellent!

@Gumlung 11 ай бұрын

Like many other solar newbies, I've found the conversational descriptions in your reviews easier to understand than some other sites. Makes me feel a little less guilty abut forgetting my basic science classes from long ago. "Wonka"

@jeffkaps3128 11 ай бұрын

I really Wonka set of those! 😊 Nice video, thank you...

@michelleevans9869 11 ай бұрын

Professor reeway great review. New to the whole solar WONKA stuff and your videos help us layman’s to digest what we can. Thank you

@samdanker9699 11 ай бұрын

Love the content. Keep up the great work. Wonka.

@Tariq1058 11 ай бұрын

Wonka approves this message. Keep it up Ray!!👏👏👏👏

@nunyabusinessfriend 5 ай бұрын

Great content, thank you.

@cronos6252 11 ай бұрын

great info very helpful Wonka

@kelig3616 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for all your great insight. And of course Wonka.

@rlcarbo 8 ай бұрын

Good job!

@hackedoff736 2 ай бұрын

Excellent introduction, wish I'd seen this at the start of my journey.

@handsomedanbodamer3618 11 ай бұрын

Love your videos, and you’ve been a wealth of information as I get ready for a couple month solo rv adventure. Oh, and Wonka.

@tomdixon7358 11 ай бұрын

I'm just starting my portable power education. It started with your video entitled 'How to Pick the BEST Power Station for YOU' . I appreciate what you do. Wonka would give his approval.

@jampam-jf8mt 11 ай бұрын

Good point about the positive and negative male and female mc4 connectors. It doesn't really matter if the positive is male or female, as long as the positive and negative are clearly identifiable and correctly connected.

@dtaylor6910 11 ай бұрын

Wonka Video! As usual, lots of great info!

@Maranatha888 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing. I had watched one of your videos on the 100-watt solar panels. I ended up buying them and hope they last this event. Hope you can start the rural life soon. Not much time left to prepare. Will try and view more of your videos when I can make time. Liked the leg anchors you showed at end of this video. Willy Wonka would be proud.

@jonspitzley2801 11 ай бұрын

Great video like always...very informative ty Wonka wonka

@timdonovan8733 11 ай бұрын

Leaving the word “Wonka” thank you for the very informative information on Solar Panels, I just purchased the OUPES 1800 Power station & will have to look into getting some solar panels. I love watching your videos, but am fairly new at watching yours as I just found your channel. Thanks again, and keep ‘em coming!!

@debbiedogs1 11 ай бұрын

I have used Bluetti 200W panels and AllPowers 200W polycrystalline panels (excellent price for AllPowers polycrystalline, especially if you hit a lighning deal or other deal, half the cost of the Bluetti BUT might not last as long) with my Oupes, and both do great charging.

@DanielSwartzDan 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for a really good video. Wish I would've see this before I started down my solar path. Very helpful. WONKA😀

@mrhalfstep 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for spending the time sorting out the MC4 connectors. I'm in the process of building a dolly mounted emergency power bank with a 3000 watt, all in one inverter/charger and I've been hung up on how to connect the MC4s to the unit. I'm making my own cables, and I noticed all the discrepancies with the color codes and markings and by including a circuit breaker as well, it got complicated enough that I had to back off until a day when the ol' noggin was firing on more cylinders. I even saw videos that suggest that the proper way to refer to the gender of the connectors is by using the pins inside the plastic parts, which of course are the opposites of the plastic parts, a hollow socket inside the part with the rubber o-ring, making it female, and a solid rod inside the other connector, making it the male! And Wonka !

@ReeWrayOutdoors 11 ай бұрын

Ha! Yeah I actually originally had a segment in that clip talking about the opposite gender of the internal pins...but I ended up cutting it because I thought it would just confuse people more, unnecessarily.

@garyganser2451 11 ай бұрын

I really appreciate your detailed, data-backed-up videos. Subscriber in US Wonka

@rickmelcher6845 Ай бұрын

Great comprehensive explanations…especially at 19:50 about extension cables. Wow that could be a disaster. 🙏

@skydreamsaerialphotography4777 11 ай бұрын

Great informative video. Wonka Wonderful!!!!!!!

@angiedunlap1152 11 ай бұрын

Hey there thanks for being in depth about all the particulars that go into going solar. I'm starting the process and am slowly getting the items bit by bit. Also the Wonka meme never got old as it was times correctly each time. Lol take care.

@silverfox6590 8 ай бұрын

Just came upon your video doing a search. Very informative. I’m thinking about upgrading my solar panels to 300 whatts.

@2345dk 11 ай бұрын

Nice info Wonka

@StevieG777 5 ай бұрын

Great video, I learned a quite a bit. I appreciate the explanation on connector types. Couldn’t help but think about the saying “that’s the great thing about standards, there’s so many of them”.

@ReeWrayOutdoors 5 ай бұрын

Haha that's a great saying! And so true!

@pips888 11 ай бұрын

Great video. Thanks for putting up another great video. Wonka would be proud.

@ascubapro 11 ай бұрын

Another informative video. Thank you so much. Wonka

@StevenEpke 11 ай бұрын

WONKA! Love your articulate explanations on how this stuff works. Would also love to win those Solar Stakes!

@chuckmet1 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the helpful information. 👍👍 Wonka

@michaeld4502 11 ай бұрын

Wonky……. Great video!!! I’ve noticed that 1. Higher voltage is best for MPPT on the power station. 2. Also try to get current to equal or exceed the input of the power station when selecting panels.

@Aaron-ng3ef 11 ай бұрын

Great video! I especially appreciate the explanation of barrel connector names. Also...Wonka.

@xraykadiddlehopper8067 8 ай бұрын

Thanks wonka wonka 😊 this was a very helpful a easy to understand tutorial on solar panel build and cable differences 👍 Subscribed 😎

@mike.briney 11 ай бұрын

Thanks again for the very detailed and thorough video bud! Wonka

@drgil65 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for taking your time to explain all this, I not really totally up to speed with all this, but you made it a lot easier for me to understand solar better. Thank you for your video.

@PunkinVision 11 ай бұрын

Great video! WONKA

@jweeks12 11 ай бұрын

Wonka. Great informative video. More like this please.

@sandylee2509 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the information! Wonka!

@bobbarents2775 11 ай бұрын

WONKA! I also Love your articulate explanations on how this stuff works. Would also love to win those Solar Stakes!

@gregoryfoster8179 5 ай бұрын

Wow! I am so glad I found you. Just ordered a Bluetti EB3A which should arrive in a couple of days. I plan on getting some panels next month so am looking to make sure I don't over do it and blow this little power station. I'm assuming their owner info is fairly well directing but for an electrical ignoramus like me it seems it is very easy to make a critical mistake. I'll certainly be reviewing this as I begin planning my exact panel purchases. Thank you so much.

@rharrold 11 ай бұрын

Wonka fit in your video great. Solar stakes look useful. I’d like to try them on my PV200.

@Paulwilliams203 11 ай бұрын

Very informative and I learned a few things, love this and hope that you can do more tutorials for beginners like myself, shame uk not included in the giveaway 👍🏻

@tsajer8122 11 ай бұрын

Wonka. Thank you for doing this review. I learned several things.

@almach5 8 ай бұрын

I found your tutorial helpful - I picked up a VTOMAN 400W solar panel, and it up similarly. Unfortunately I was too late for the WONKA promotion. Enjoy your videos!