IS THIS THE BEST OFF-GRID PORTABLE SOLAR PANEL? | Bluetti SP200 Generator | Australian Review AC200

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Portable solar panels… there are so many on the market, but how do you know if what you are buying is any good?
In today’s episode I’m going to compare three different types of solar panels to see what sort of results I can achieve from each.
Solar panels are not created equally and not all companies advertise their panels in a true and accurate fashion. I hope that this video may be able to provide some awareness out there to those considering upgrading their portable solar system and avoid living by the proverb ‘A poor man always pays twice’.
We are testing the Bluetti Solar panels on both the AC200P and on the Landcruiser 200 series, to see how efficient they are, whether they are suitable for both applications and how they compare to other brands/types.
We also lightly touch on the differences that wiring in parallel and series can make to the wattage, voltage and efficiency of your solar system.
Introduction - 00:00
Projecta 80W - 01:33
Chinese 200W - 02:48
Bluetti SP200 - 03:44
SunPower Cells - 04:55
Types of use - 05:59
Series and Parallel - 07:18
Bluetti x 3 Results - 09:47
Charging your vehicle? - 11:49
SP200 Testing - 14:21
Projecta 80W Testing - 15:50
Chinese 200W Panel - 16:28
Conclusion - 17:34
Some of the products I used in the video:
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Bluetti SP200 Solar Panels - www.bluettipower.com.au/colle...
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Bluetti AC200P Power Station - www.bluettipower.com.au/colle...
Projecta 80W Solar Panel - ebay.us/d8k5yE
Cheap 200W eBay Solar Panel - ebay.us/6tejGW
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  • @kylequinn1963
    @kylequinn19632 жыл бұрын

    I've got the AC200P, 5 of the SP200 panels and an EB70 and honestly, worth every penny so far. Assuming they don't randomly break for no reason, probably one of the best peace of mind investments I've ever made.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome, wow 5 SP200, you shouldn't have any dramas running out of power with your setup. Glad to hear it has been working well for you! Cheers, Nathan.

  • @cclenergy3033

    @cclenergy3033

    2 жыл бұрын

    Add 2 more SP200, you can connect all 7 together in series and power up a regular residential inverter.

  • @KenshinPhoenix

    @KenshinPhoenix

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm a bit iffy about the IP54 rating, it's not the worst, but it's not great either.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@KenshinPhoenix For sure, it's not the best. But perhaps its worth waiting for the Bluetti PV200 panels. These are currently for sale in the US and no doubt with the sales in both the US and Aus, I'm sure they will make there way over here sometime. They look to be a great panel and IP65 rated.

  • @Mojomo777
    @Mojomo7772 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing, this is very useful for my radio project off the grid. Keep the good work!

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome, great to hear. Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers.

  • @PadmaDorjee
    @PadmaDorjee2 жыл бұрын

    Wow. This was the first video of yours I've watched and certainly won't be the last. SO bloody comprehensive and clear to understand mate, really well done. Thank You, Subscribed.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate, appreciate the feedback. Glad you found the video helpful and useful and hopefully you'll find some of my other videos helpful too. Thanks for the sub. Cheers, Nathan.

  • @tierandonnelly1420
    @tierandonnelly14202 жыл бұрын

    awesome content once again mate, love your work!

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate, glad you are enjoying it. Cheers, Nathan.

  • @Mick_4591
    @Mick_45912 жыл бұрын

    Another honest and independent video Nathan. Unlike a lot of other " reviews" that ive come accross.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate, I'm glad to hear that you continue to enjoy the content and I will always aim to provide unbiased and truthful reviews. Cheers.

  • @simonhjc
    @simonhjc2 жыл бұрын

    Another first class review. Very educational too. Many thanks

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it! Cheers, Nathan.

  • @philg2468
    @philg24682 жыл бұрын

    Love your work! In this day and age I do not understand how the bad Ebay sellers can advertise panels that deliver less than half of their claimed rating. I buy panels that fit into the space I have. But its good to see the Bluetti and Projecta deliver what they are rated at.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    For sure, a lack of regulation is to blame there. However saying that, there are still many great products and many great deals to be had, but it can be hard to determine to difference between great and average. Cheers.

  • @darrelluruski1728
    @darrelluruski1728 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks great review of the Bluetti panel

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate, glad it was helpful 👍

  • @vadermasktruth
    @vadermasktruth Жыл бұрын

    I have the Ecoflow River Pro & extra battery, plus 160 watt panel. This makes me want to join team Bluetti for my next upgrade purchase!! Impressive panels, to be sure.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    Жыл бұрын

    Very impressive and their new PV200 panels are even better again. Very impressed by the products from Bluetti 👍

  • @KenshinPhoenix
    @KenshinPhoenix2 жыл бұрын

    That was a very clear and concise video, good job. I've been eyeing off Bluetti for a while, as we don't have many options in Oz, but people say you shouldn't pay more than $1 per watt for solar panels. They are expensive, and I'm concerned only IP54 will not hold up to dust especially. I'll probably end up getting them though once the AC200 max comes out here.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed the video. Yes, the IP54 rating is not the best, however the PV200 panels are IP65 and appear to have a much better efficiency as well. Could be worth the wait with the AC200 Max. Cheers, Nathan.

  • @KenshinPhoenix

    @KenshinPhoenix

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@XploringOz Oh I didn't realise they have other panels as well. IP65 would be much better. Thanks.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@KenshinPhoenix No problems. Hopefully they come to Aus sooner rather than later 👍

  • @jebw
    @jebw2 жыл бұрын

    Nice review and explanation. Main factors effecting solar panel efficiency are angle to the sun (less than perpendicular loses energy) and solar panel temperature. Another note is solar panel efficiency is more commonly measured by the electrical energy conversion from solar radiation. Average Australian solar radiation is 1Kw / m2 and many panels achieve 15-20% conversion efficiency which is often lower after cable and charger loses. With this knowledge of expected panel efficiency the eBay panels can be evaluated. Based on their panel surface area it's not possible for them to have greater than 200w/m2 under any conditions.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Cheers mate, its good to have some more technical input into these topics. I hope that my testing was relatively consistent in regards to panel angles and cable loss. All the panels during the testing were placed in direct sunlight for some time and would have reached a consistent temperature. Thanks again, Nathan.

  • @joellewis8320
    @joellewis83202 жыл бұрын

    Great comparison video. Panels of similar output should be quite close in size, as you testing showed.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate, very happy with these panels, they are still going strong to date. Cheers, Nathan.

  • @snoordman4831
    @snoordman48312 жыл бұрын

    Absolute great video again mate! Question, isn't 0,22 amp when idling a bit high? Here in Europe 0,05 amp is quite the max when the car is fully in rest (idle). Maybe because of the dual battery system it draws more? And compliments on the background, those yellow flower fields are looking good! Must be happy that spring is around the corner? Cheers mate!!🤙

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey mate, yes 0.22 amps is definitely a bit more than I'd hope for. I have quite a few accessories running in a 'standby' mode and I'm assuming that all of these combined are accounting for that figure. This is also one of the biggest reasons I decided to fit a fixed solar on the roof, just to help negate this. Thanks mate, this new little spot I found is very scenic at this time of year, no doubt it will turn a sun-burnt brown coming into the summer months! Thanks as always!

  • @Alan.livingston
    @Alan.livingston2 жыл бұрын

    Great job

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate!

  • @tanamite
    @tanamite2 жыл бұрын

    Great video Nathan, I see you’ve added a rear wheel carrier too. Hope you can update us soon on what you’ve chosen and why. Long range fuel tank on the way or just to carry an extra spare wheel? Cheers mate, Tim

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Tim. Yes, for sure. A video will be coming in the future in regards to the rear setup, why and what I've chosen to run. Very happy with how it all turned out and some of my other plans are begin to work well with this setup. Thanks again, appreciate the continued support on the channel.

  • @AquaTech225
    @AquaTech225 Жыл бұрын

    I actually set the 2 of mine up over a couple of the $2-3 dollar silver-Crome Mylar space blankets/survival blankets. Only to reflect any sunlight that’s in the couple feet infront of the panels that would be hitting the ground to reflect that light back up. Also it gets so hot in Louisiana. To keep the panels cooler to run the best they can. I connect a battery operated water misting thing to the top an bottom. It’s a long stretch of about 10 misters along the top than down an around the bottom. With the misting heads directed to spray over the panels. With it by remote any time it seems they may lag from heat. The misting system can be turned on by remote I leave by the solar generator an will click it on for 10-20 minutes. An the mist is so fine it basically evaporates sook as it touches the panels. Being the most is to like string around an umbrella shade that people would sit around under. To cool people since it’s so fine of mist without everyone getting wet. So they get an evaporative cooling here an there if there being beat by the sun pretty bad. Just to lower the temp of the cells to keep producing the best possible.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey mate, that a great idea. I didn't think about a cooling system like that, but I could see it being very useful, particularly here in Aus! Do you find the space blankets make much difference to the power output?

  • @Farang_Lifestyles
    @Farang_Lifestyles2 жыл бұрын

    thanks very much for highlighting that 1 x SP200 panel with the AC200P does not meet the minimum requirement of voltage (35-150v).... therefore if wanting Bluetti portable panels is best to purchase the bundle

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    No problems. Definitely a big consideration if looking at purchasing the AC200P. Need more than that minimum of 35V 👍

  • @Farang_Lifestyles

    @Farang_Lifestyles

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@XploringOz lots of good Bluetti sales going on now.... getting ready to pull the trigger

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Farang_Lifestyles There sure is. I still maintain they are a good value for money product.

  • @mohdarzrilzainal4055
    @mohdarzrilzainal40552 жыл бұрын

    Good explanation. Thank you

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it 👍

  • @RemusKingOfRome
    @RemusKingOfRome2 жыл бұрын

    Excellent.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Cheers mate!

  • @benmorrison9004
    @benmorrison90042 жыл бұрын

    If you like the bluetti panels, have a look at the safiery high voltage portable panels, they pump out some amazing numbers

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Cheers mate, I'll check them out. Thanks, Nathan.

  • @cclenergy3033
    @cclenergy30332 жыл бұрын

    I hope you would do another video on using Tigo optimizers with these portable panels. We use optimizers for our residential project but never have tried on portable panels.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the suggestion mate, I'll have a look into them and see whether they would be worth while using. Cheers, Nathan.

  • @FelixRisingOriginal
    @FelixRisingOriginal Жыл бұрын

    Got it, the best solar panel is 3 x Bluetti panels... I would love to see a comparison against a single regular roof mounted solar panel.. if you have 1.5-1.8m x 1m to store one, I think the 300 odd watts and higher voltage and cheaper price is a winner...

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah, there are many other good options out there, including roof mounted options (which I also run on my new setup). This being setup, everything has a compromise and pros' and con's 👍

  • @fergnjude
    @fergnjude2 жыл бұрын

    Great review, would have if they were fitted with Anderson plugs.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks. So they don't come with Anderson from standard, however very easy to change or can also purchase a small adaptor between MC4 and Anderson.

  • @iandibley2985
    @iandibley29852 жыл бұрын

    Great vid Nathan some of cheap panels are very average, connections on the fold fail. Mates home installation in Chinese made panels 18 installed 3 years go by only 4 working. I have 190watt Redarc puts out 11-12 amps no problems only the purchase price.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Definitely, there is always a compromise somewhere when getting an advantage on the price. This panel isn't cheap and rivals Redarc and Projecta, but I must say the results were proven and the unit has held up well so far with the limited use. Thanks for continuing to watch and support the channel, cheers.

  • @coolstar2398
    @coolstar2398 Жыл бұрын

    It’s funny for me to rock up at camp ground and see people with two or three solar blankets out trying to charge their batteries. I just put out a 250w folding solar panel and usually getting 210 watts into my batteries while also spending a fraction of the cost

  • @myablonicky6
    @myablonicky62 жыл бұрын

    Great video, very thorough and informative... question: I live in Florida USA and we have hurricanes and I currently have a small generator for 2000W of energy to keep my place running on low energy but hate having to refuel generator... this product with solar panels is more expensive but self sufficient which can come in handy if there is a gas shortage so my question is: can you leave the solar panels plugged in 24/7 recharging the power station and have a consistent amount of energy per day... if so, roughly how much power could you get per hour per day if you had clear skies and good weather?

  • @igorschukovets7625

    @igorschukovets7625

    2 жыл бұрын

    It’s up to 1,2 KWh from one PowerOak solar panel SP200 in South Germany.

  • @myablonicky6

    @myablonicky6

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@igorschukovets7625 When you say one panel is that one group of the 4 panels? How about the 3 panel system? And can it be plugged in and charging 24/7 while using?

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate, I think this is going to depend heavily on environmental conditions and location. Things like heat and geographical location (ie. amount of sunlight) will create significantly different results per user. I've heard of some user in the US only getting about 150W per SP200 panel, where I'm peaking at 195W at times. Seems to have large differences.

  • @joebuck4496
    @joebuck44962 жыл бұрын

    From other reviews and comments it’s looking like Bluetti’s newer PV200s are even better. They have more parallel connections going on inside the panel so partially blocked panels have less wattage drop than SP200s

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Will be very interesting to see how they go when they finally make it to Australia.

  • @roughnecktrekker1976
    @roughnecktrekker19762 жыл бұрын

    I bought an fully AU designed and made one very much like this but definitely better quality. Plus I have only 1 24v/330w panel and it pumps in 22amp no problem.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Nice, glad to hear you have a good system for your setup 👍 Cheers

  • @lisawanderess
    @lisawanderess Жыл бұрын

    New to solar and about to buy the Bluetti EB200P power pack but confused about solar panels. Does anyone know Is it better to get 2 or more 200w panels or 1 of the newer 420w panel? The power pack has 900w max solar input so if I’ve got 400w worth of solar power coming in, would it ever fully charge the power pack? And if so how long would it take?

  • @nicolasstokes9297
    @nicolasstokes92972 жыл бұрын

    Seems a pretty well built power station. I am actually considering the Delta Mini already after your review.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    It has proven to be a great unit for my requirements so far. Having all of the electrical components contained within a single unit is very handy and the portability is just a bonus! Glad you enjoyed the review. Cheers, Nathan.

  • @rahalati
    @rahalati2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the review I bought the Bluetti SP200 and my plan was to use it along with my REDARC BCDS1225D which is MPPT ready, but to my surprise when I contacted Bluetti support to confirm, they are telling me that it has built-in MPPT and can be connected directly to charge car battery. I know they are wrong, but with your video I can confirm that they are 100% wrong. Right?

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey mate, so the SP200 solar panel DO NOT have a controller in them. They are unregulated panels, not sure why they informed you otherwise. I use my SP200 panels with my Redar BCDC 1240D and it works really well. Cheers, Nathan.

  • @rahalati

    @rahalati

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@XploringOz I emailed the guy at Bluetti support and included a link of your video and here is a quote of what he has said "Sincerely sorry for my mistake. Fortunately, I haven't caused any loss to you. I will strictly check again before response in the future. Best regards, Winnie"

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@rahalati Interesting, at least they had the courtesy to reply.

  • @mikekay213
    @mikekay2132 жыл бұрын

    Great video and explanation, do you have same data from your fixed panel to compare efficiency to the portable ones?

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate, I have done an installation video on this panel on my YT channel, however more recently I have done a year review on the panel, where the results were a little diminished: kzread.info/dash/bejne/hmWLl8auZbXdpMo.html Cheers, Nathan.

  • @jamescallegari444
    @jamescallegari4442 жыл бұрын

    Can you advise on the start up of apc2000 all I get is a green flashing light they say I need panels to reset inverter but I don’t have the panels have tried ac and dc charge with no luck

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hmm, can't say I ever seen this happen with my unit. I'm not sure how adding solar will 'reset the inverter' which isn't linked to the solar input 🤷‍♂️ Have you had any luck since posting this? Cheers, Nathan.

  • @matthewc2810
    @matthewc28102 жыл бұрын

    Great video 👍 I'm curious about your thoughts on charging with 2 Bluetti panels instead of 3, and how long would it take to charge from, say 20% to 100%? Would it be safe to say I could charge my AC200P from 50% to 100% in 6 hours of good sun? Thank you!

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great question. There are several factors that would determine this, mainly being the quality of solar and environmental conditions ie. temperature etc. Being relatively conservative, let's assume that each panel brings in 150W of power. The power required to recharge from 20% to 100% would require 1440W of power. If we use three panels (assuming optimal efficiency) you would be looking at about 3 hours and 12 minutes. If you only used 2 panels, maybe about 4 hours and 48 minutes. Essentially, every 1 hour of charging with 3 panels would be equivalent to 1 hour 30 minutes of 2 panels. Please keep in mind that there are many factors that alter these results and this is just an example, using efficiency results that I'm achieving. Further, the panels would require regular input in the form of movement to have the be optimal direction towards the sun. Cheers, Nathan.

  • @matthewc2810

    @matthewc2810

    2 жыл бұрын

    @XploringOz Thank you! Would you think running 2 200-watt PV bluetti panels be enough to hit the 35 volts to charge, or would I need the 3rd panel? I would like to just have 2 and charge when I'm around 30% since I'm running DC.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@matthewc2810 No problems. In my experience I've always managed to exceed that 35V minimum using only 2 panels. It's actually my preferred method of charging and saves me carrying around a 3rd solar panel. I'll only use the 3rd if I'm continually depleting the battery to minimum or have unfavourable weather. Hope this helps. Cheers, Nathan.

  • @matthewc2810

    @matthewc2810

    2 жыл бұрын

    @XploringOz helps me out a lot! I'm going to order my PV panels now. If you have a link that helps your channel, drop it, and I'll order them through your link. I thought of one last question for you. Since I'm going to be running a 55-watt DC fridge off my AC200P and the compressor doesn't run constantly, would it be safe to say I could get 5 days-120 hours of usage of my Bluetti before having to charge? I understand temperature and environment make all the difference, but I've watched countless videos with people running 35-55 watt fridge of a Bluetti 500 for 3 days. I'm curious what your thoughts are on this. Thanks!

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@matthewc2810 Glad I could help! In regards to the fridge longevity, yes as you mentioned there are several factors which would provide very different results. But overall, in reasonable conditions and without excessive use and opening/closing the fridge you could stretch this out to 5 days. I would probably be safe and say between 3-4 comfortably, again environmental factors considering. I got over 30hours of run time with my EB55 unit, but this also included cooling it from room temp to 0. If you do choose to buy, it would be much appreciated if you purchased off these links. Thanks 🙏 www.bluettipower.com.au/products/solar-panel-200w?ref=XPLORINGOZ

  • @violinkid
    @violinkid2 жыл бұрын

    Hey what happens if you add say 1000w of solar panels? Does it just limit the input to 700w max?

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, that's correct. As long as the voltage isn't overloaded the MPPT solar controller acts like a gate and will just let in maximum wattage for best charging. Cheers, Nathan.

  • @maryrenaud6732
    @maryrenaud67322 жыл бұрын

    June 2022 just bought the PV200panels from Bluetti, but they look different and are larger….

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, the PV units are slightly different and designed to be more efficient. I have also got some panels I am currently testing and reviewing too, hopefully I'll be able to report on the difference soon. Thanks, Nathan.

  • @Sedasian
    @Sedasian2 жыл бұрын

    So if I connect one bluetti solar panel to the ac200p it won't charge at all or just minimum???

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    That’s correct, if you only connect 1 SP200 to that power station it will not start charging. There has to be a total of 35V or more to engage the MPPT charger

  • @richierich8166
    @richierich8166 Жыл бұрын

    How many 200watts panel is best to use? To charge ac200p?

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey mate, depends how quickly you want to charge the unit. You will need at least two panels together in series at a minimum though. 3 or 4 would just charge it much quicker 👍

  • @jasper287
    @jasper2872 жыл бұрын

    How is 3x200watt panels putting out 8ah combined good?

  • @aron2199

    @aron2199

    2 жыл бұрын

    he connected in series so voltage is around the 59V mark. 59vx8ah=472whr, assuming no efficiency loss= 24ah @19.5v at that point

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Firstly, aH refers to amperage storage (amp hours). I think you are referring to amperage, which is a measurement of current flow. As Mentioned in the video, 8/9 amps flowing at a rate of 57V is very good and will provide a quick and effective charge. Voltage has a significant impact on the current through an electrical circuit. The Bluetti system does not charge off 12V like common vehicle. Also shown in the video, when running through a vehicle charger at 12V we are receiving 11a per 200W panel. Might help to watch the whole video?

  • @tomrollings4233
    @tomrollings42332 жыл бұрын

    NICE ONE ... THANK YOU :) TO HELP OUT DO YOU SELL YOUR SHIRTS ? JUST FOUND THEM ON YOU FB PAGE

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it. Yes we do! If you are interested, just flick us a message via Facebook and we can get you sorted. Cheers, Nathan.

  • @04DynaGlyde
    @04DynaGlyde2 жыл бұрын

    How do you clean a solar panel properly?

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    There are many different ways, however I find just warm soapy water with microfibre clothes do a great job and don't scratch the surface of the panel too much 👍 Cheers, Nathan.

  • @04DynaGlyde

    @04DynaGlyde

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@XploringOz , Thank Ya kindly from Texas! 🙏🏼

  • @oliverhawkins3098
    @oliverhawkins30982 жыл бұрын

    The fact that you need at least 2 uber expensive panels to power the AC200 is ridiculous.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Maybe, but also maybe not. Given that the Bluetti is a 2000wH system, even if you could use 1 x 200W solar panel would take 8 hrs to charge at 100% efficiency, which for most just simply isn’t viable. Further, $729 is the market average for a 200W solar panel, particularly given its quality. The Projecta 180W is $800 and the Redarc is $750? If you are going to spend a significant amount less on a equivalent rates panel then you will not be able to expect results like these…

  • @Mick_4591

    @Mick_4591

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@XploringOz There is no substitute for quality

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Mick_4591 Agreed!

  • @cclenergy3033
    @cclenergy30332 жыл бұрын

    Mate, speaking cheap Chinese panels what you mentioned you acquired from Ebay, Bluetti is actually a Chinese panel too. It's made in Shenzhen. Actually almost 99% solar panels being sold in Australia are made in China. You pay good money then you get Bluetti, Jackery, Longi....... good quality but if you can't afford it then buy ebay cheap panels online. So I wouldn't say 'cheap Chinese panels'. Excellent video though!

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate. I hear what you are saying and probably should have chosen my words better when describing the cheap panels. You are correct and the Bluetti solar panels are also made in China, however it's the quality and build process that sets them apart. This only come to make it more confusing when trying to determine the knock offs and the real deals...

  • @cclenergy3033

    @cclenergy3033

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@XploringOz Thanks mate! I bought 3 Allpowers foldable solar panels 200W. They look pretty identical to Bluetti panels as well as the specs but I haven’t got a chance to give a performance test. The cost is about half of the Bluetti but I guess they are probably from the same factory in China. FYI.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@cclenergy3033 Good news. I would be very interested in seeing how these panels stack up. I also did some research into these panels (and was actually offered a few recently for the channel - but declined). Let me know how you go with them. Cheers, Nathan.

  • @cclenergy3033

    @cclenergy3033

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@XploringOz Hi Nathan, will definitely do a test in Fraser Island few days later. Will keep you updated!

  • @iamlove5325
    @iamlove53252 жыл бұрын

    I get nowhere near that efficiency with my SP200s on the clearest day in the summer here in Northern America! With 3 panels I get about 480W tops! Maybe it is because you have no ozone layer?

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hmm, that is interesting. I guess there would be many different environmental factors involved. I do live in a regional area of Western Australia, so environmental pollution is minimal.

  • @kylequinn1963

    @kylequinn1963

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's weird. I live in Canada and right now with it being fall, my panels have no issues getting the full wattage they advertise as long as the suns up.

  • @Dubst3pT3ch

    @Dubst3pT3ch

    2 жыл бұрын

    Canadian here. It's fall so that means we are physically further away from the sun and the tilt of the earth mean there is even more atmosphere between the ground and sun. You'll be lucky to get 75% of the rated claim.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Dubst3pT3ch For sure, our geographical location will make a big difference on the efficiency of any solar panel.

  • @rebeccapaddick8061
    @rebeccapaddick80612 жыл бұрын

    The Bluetti solar panels are also “Made In China”! It is 2 to 3 times more expensive then the cheaper versions in the market. No doubt it is a better quality product . One would be surprised and disappointed if there were no difference between !

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    For sure, they are made in China, it's printed straight onto the panel. But there is a significant difference between the quality, components used and manufacturing process in these panels. The idea is to show that not everything is as it seems. It's hard these days to distinguish between good products and false advertising.

  • @davidholyoake5767
    @davidholyoake57672 жыл бұрын

    good job, nice if ya have the cash to splash

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    I hear you, I guess it just depends on what power solutions you require for your setup. If you're needing an efficient large wattage unit, then spending the little extra for something like this would make sense in the long run. Cheers, Nathan.

  • @saitamassj2475
    @saitamassj2475 Жыл бұрын

    I don't care about efficiency, I want the best of the best. What is that?

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey mate, the efficiency is going to go a long way to determine the quality of a panel. This panel is still going strong with real world use. It terms of being the best, I can't comment with limited experience with other manufacturers.

  • @saitamassj2475

    @saitamassj2475

    Жыл бұрын

    @@XploringOz I want the best solar panel there is. Not due to price, efficiency, but power and speed of charging a battery. I don't care how long it lasts, so long as it can power my PC, my fridge, 6 monitors, etc. Is that even possible?

  • @stephengloor8451
    @stephengloor84512 жыл бұрын

    Perhaps you should say percentage of rated power rather than efficiency. The rating of the panels is completely arbitrary, it seems, and Bluetti in this instance has decided to rate these panels at 200W. If the other panels you tested had decided to rate their panels better then they would have been just as efficient by your definition. Also you glossed over the fact the the Bluetti is incompatible, without some electrical knowledge, with just about all the common fold up panels on the market which have Voc of 21V and a MPP of around 19V. 90% of consumers would not know they have to connect two standard panels in series. That, to me, is a serious deficiency.

  • @jerrypatterson55
    @jerrypatterson552 жыл бұрын

    you aussies are all backwards its 200 x3 200 watts times 3 means 3 200 watt pannels 600 watts total

  • @Samuel10463
    @Samuel104632 жыл бұрын

    Wait. Don't tell me this video was in English... :-)

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    ???

  • @damedufer1949
    @damedufer19492 жыл бұрын

    Shame Bluetti Australia's Customer Service is non-existent. After watching your earlier review on the AC200P power unit I coughed up ~$3,000 for one, and all I've received is a text message from them 48hrs ago saying it's been shipped, however the tracking ID is not recognised on the Toll IPEC website. No-one at Bluetti bothers replying to emails, online chats, tweets, etc. Non-existent Customer "Support" I'd spend your money elsewhere with a company that actually give a sh*t about their customers. No-one likes spending thousands of dollars then being kept in the absolute dark about it. Feeling like I have somehow been scammed out of my $3,000.................

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey mate, sorry you feel that way. Unfortunately customer service is not something that I can review or comment on in my position. As you can imagine, generally these companies treat KZreadr's a little differently from other customers, given the nature of their influence. Although I see your frustration with their lack of communication, I don't believe you will have been scammed out of your money. I'm sure the unit is on the my way will arrive soon. Apart from the issue of the tracking number not being registered, is there any other reason to suspect a scam? Cheers, Nathan.

  • @grahamwhittaker8844
    @grahamwhittaker88442 жыл бұрын

    👁👁👍😊🇦🇺

  • @and7976
    @and79762 жыл бұрын

    You just don't go buy the cheapest and expect something, there are many good options on ebay for less than half the price of the bluetti. Everything is made in China it's all about finding the right item.

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    This is an option, slightly risky one, but definitely an option. I guess what I'm trying to say here is that it's very difficult to see the difference between companies that offer genuinely good products and those just selling cheap goods.

  • @tomskimcdouglegaming806
    @tomskimcdouglegaming806Ай бұрын

    99% efficiency 🤭

  • @eugen8631
    @eugen86312 жыл бұрын

    Best solar is classic petrol generator!

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Very different types of power solutions there. Although gas generators are consistent, there fuel system are finite and not to mention noise pollution and general engine maintenance. Pro’s and con’s for each, but there is not doubt that battery and electrical systems are the way of the future.

  • @iamlove5325
    @iamlove53252 жыл бұрын

    Aren’t you supposed to be in a total lockdown police state right now??

  • @XploringOz

    @XploringOz

    2 жыл бұрын

    We are very lucky here in Western Australia, very few lockdowns due to tough border control and lack of COVID-19 cases present.

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