Milwaukee Packout DIY Solar Generator. Part 1
In this video I start a 3KW - 200ah power supply in a rolling Milwaukee Packout case. It has a 70A DC output along with all the necessary USB charging ports and lights. This build is the first part of a complete Packout system that will have Milwaukee battery charging, tunes, and a full work light setup. I'm building this in preparation for my move off grid.
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Links to the parts I used.
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Giant Jenga amzn.to/3OQsigB
Batteries. amzn.to/47GiyMl
Renogy Battery Monitor and Shunt. amzn.to/427K7ul
MidNite Solar Inverter MN3024DIY amzn.to/3O7p2gs
Victron Orion DC to DC Converter - 70A. amzn.to/3Boj9ny
Main Inverter Relay amzn.to/44WDuxG
12 Volt Fuse block. amzn.to/41H7meQ
Main Charging Plug. amzn.to/3M0Yg6O
ANL Fuse Holders. amzn.to/3nYtnI1
Push Button Breakers 40A amzn.to/41zxVCk
Push Button Breakers 15A amzn.to/3pIGzBa
Fans 24V 60mm. amzn.to/3W0o1bM
Dual Temperature Controller. amzn.to/3M92sS6
12 Volt Posts 12 Volt Posts amzn.to/3VXvcSd
Halo Latching Push Button Switch 22mm amzn.to/42yL3Js
Halo Latching Push Button Switch 19mm amzn.to/42UbFEi
Rock Lights. amzn.to/3o6bFlQ
Back LED Light Panel. ebay.us/fwsZO5
RivNut Kit.amzn.to/42OVwA8
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I was looking forward to building this box. I hope you enjoy it. Let me know what you think,
@jacksmith3951
Жыл бұрын
it much better than one they selling brother nice video
@ChilePicanteKornNvtz
Жыл бұрын
When’s the next video?
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
@@ChilePicanteKornNvtz couple of weeks.
@noercarr
Жыл бұрын
@@i.b.lancershould be any day now! Looking forward to it
I gave you thumbs up for thinking of fans to cool the box. Great idea.
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
Very nice build, top notch. Only complaint about the video was the music. Had to jump out of my chair and turn down the sound to keep from going crazy. 😁
@i.b.lancer
12 күн бұрын
Oh, is it too loud? My apologies. I’m still trying to figure this all out.
@gutshotaz2805
2 күн бұрын
You should be able to lower the audio channel in your movie editor.
Nice build .looks factory 👍
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
Nice build! The fans remind me of how you would set up a generator shed
@i.b.lancer
11 ай бұрын
Ya, makes sense right?
@allkindsofoutdooractivities
11 ай бұрын
@@i.b.lancer indeed!
@ab-ym3bf
6 ай бұрын
Really enjoyed watching that. I have similar sized batteries from basengreen, hooentonfind a toolbox in which they fit. Milwaukee too expensive here in Europe. One remark though. In your description box you speak of a 200Ah system. But you have 2x 100ah 12v batteries connected as a 24v system. Meaning you have a 100ah 24v system.
I thought it was a review on a factory solar generator then found out Milwaukee doesn’t make one lol. Very nice work, can’t wait to see your finish video! Very cool
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! 👍
@SuperVstech
Жыл бұрын
Oh, Milwaukee does indeed make one, it is $2500 and it doesn’t come with the $600 each batteries, and it takes 4 of them…
Been thinking of this idea for some timenow, and just came accross your video. AWESOME IDEA! everything I had in mind, but yet to do. Been planning on building a foamy camper for an E bike, and this will be my power supply. Thanks for the hard work being all done.
@i.b.lancer
Ай бұрын
You might want to check out the following video. I made a smaller one that might be better for a bike. You would just have to upgrade it a bit. DIY Solar Power Pack. With Dual Charging. kzread.info/dash/bejne/qYR7lK6JkrqahdY.html
its good when you can build your own they sell them lot money nice work brother
This is a great setup, it gave me a lot of ideas for one that I am doing. Thanks for posting.
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@travelinman482
Жыл бұрын
@i.b.lancer Maybe, you could install a thicker aluminum plate instead of the thinner one to give the wire connector more wiggle room. Bunched up wiring can cause more problems down a bumpy road. ⚠️🔥
Just found this channel. i'm subscribed and looking forward to seeing updates on the project!
@i.b.lancer
10 ай бұрын
Welcome and thanks for subscribing. The project was finished, here’s the video… Milwaukee Packout Portable Generator. W/ Solar Charging. Part 2 of the Ultimate Build. kzread.info/dash/bejne/aHmkxrihc9W-nJM.html
Awesome project! Thanks for sharing and for the shout-out!
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks. You’re video was the inspiration for this project so the thanks goes to you.
Nicest solar generator build I have seen
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. Part two is almost ready.
Very nice neat build. I got a lot of tips and ideas on how to do mine, i particularly like the aluminum mounting plate. Greetings from Jamaica.
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Ya mon, thanks for watching. 👍🏼
Loving this one too! Hadn't thought of riv-nuts, but they surely do look neater than bolts. The custom instrument panel really makes it pop. I'm wanting to do a 200AH system with a 3KW inverter in the Ridgid wheeled box. Still figuring out the math on everything. Thanks for all the ideas.
@harryniedecken5321
8 ай бұрын
It's difficult to find batteries that can support more than 100 Amp output continuously. At 3 kW the dc voltage will sag a lot.
@i.b.lancer
5 ай бұрын
I seriously doubt if I will be pushing more then 2 kw through this little system. The 3000 watt inverter is more for the headroom. It was perfect for the project so I bought it.
Love this ! Thanks for sharing. Ben is a GRATE guy! Feel blessed to call him a friend. Subbed !! God Bless !!
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. 🙏
Looks great. Craftsmanship
Nice build. I like the box. Been looking for a box for my 2.0 build. But kind of hard to find a box for the batteries we have. Lol
Nice project, well thought out
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
You have already answered this question. What is the total weight and cost of the build? Do you have the components already packaged to distribute? If been looking this diy project for the last month. You and one other person have the cleanest builds. Awesome job thank you in advance.
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
I’ve finally finished this build and I’m just putting the final touches on the video. So I weighed it today and it came in at 109 lbs.
Hey there hope you’re well. Still waiting for the rest of the belt
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Yup, almost done. It's hard to get time to work on this project, I'm doing 60+ hours a week at my day job. Maybe one day this KZread thing will make me enough money to just work on video projects but for now I work on it when I can. I appreciate you watching and will get it out as soon as I can.
Yeah me too!
@i.b.lancer
Ай бұрын
Cool
Great job! I’m looking at having one built in to the next smaller PackOut with just the top handle. And having it built at the Festool SysPower bank spec. I think it’s 5000 watt but it’s extremely compact.
Awesome video. When is part 2 coming out?
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Working on it now. I don’t really have a timeframe right now because I’m working 65 hours a week at my day job. But I’ll get it finished as soon as I possibly can. Thanks for watching. 👍
Nice power pack! I prefer the Milwaukee boxes over the RIDGID but the Milwaukee doesn’t fit in my truck bed with a tuneau cover
@evictioncarpentry2628
Жыл бұрын
People have made the handle removable so it fits in with a cover. It takes 5 minutes to do.
@daveonezero6258
10 ай бұрын
Yeah I think they even come from the factory with a new handle
Nice job!☺️
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! 😊
I dont know what you decided to do with that alum. face plate but you asked... Id round the corners and chamfer all the edges or at least round off the edges so it doesnt have that 90° edge that says home made. I bought a rivnut rig because of you. Ive been wanting one for at least 40 years. Ive got some double walls on this Dewalt box im using. No sheetrock screws allowed.
@i.b.lancer
9 ай бұрын
I ended up just leaving the plate as is. Nobody’s said anything about it. They all think it looks great, so I’m happy about that. Careful, rivnuts can be addicting. Good luck with your build.
I agree what kind of a lunatic Would have an 1 7/8 for ANYTHING?
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Bwhahahaha!!! Don’t remember why I even have it but it’s pretty funny.
install a back car number plate light inside for some light when working in the dark with a turn on button.
@i.b.lancer
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching. If you check out the part 2 video you will see that I installed 4 of those lights inside. With switch.
Great job, you should start produse and sell them online😊👍
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks.
@cliffordmontana4562
5 ай бұрын
@@i.b.lancerJust curious, if someone was to sell something like this, what would the approximate cost be? Great video bro!
@i.b.lancer
5 ай бұрын
I would probably have to sell it for $3000 just to get my money back.
@cliffordmontana4562
5 ай бұрын
@@i.b.lancer You’re an impressive dude!
I purchased these boxes to do the same thing. I could not make myself cut holes in it. Now it sits here full of tools
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Do it… Do it!!
@livingspringsfarms2530
Жыл бұрын
the first one is alway the hardest
Looking forward to the updated video finish, do ou have an ETA for uploading this?
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
I’m hoping for next weekend. Fingers crossed.
Great job ! I have another box . Can you send me a wiring diagram about hardware connection please? Thank you very much
@i.b.lancer
10 ай бұрын
Sorry, I have no drawings for this build.
1 7/8" is 75mm
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
That’s awesome. Good to know. 👍
Sir,If the all in one inverter requires 48 volts DC, how are you getting 48 volts DC from 2each 12 volt batteries.?
@i.b.lancer
8 ай бұрын
It’s a 24v inverter. Where did you get 48v from?
Did I miss what fan controller your using, I'm looking to add a auto one like this to my build
@i.b.lancer
6 ай бұрын
It’s in the description but here’s the link … Dual Temperature Controller. amzn.to/3M92sS6
Did you put out another video showing it working ? How much was the whole thing cost ?
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
I'm still working on it.. The day job is taking up a lot of my time but I'm working on it whenever I can. Cost is just over $2000 Canadian.
would love to get a link to the batteries you sourced … beautiful work!
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately, the batteries I bought are only available in Canada. Here's the link. amzn.to/3Ov7NFX The closest thing on the American Amazon site I could find was this.... amzn.to/45m4eYD But as of this writing it was unavailable. Same goes with this one.. amzn.to/3BJZuyn They all have that common small size which works in the packout box. Pay close attention to the size of the batteries while you're searching in order to maximize the space in the box. I'm sure something will pop up for you. Good luck and thanks for watching.
@jhartmac100
11 ай бұрын
Correct I ordered LI TIME 12v 100amp batteries they will not fit like how you have it, so you defanately need mini's @@i.b.lancer
You should’ve used thick plexiglass instead of the metal plate.
@i.b.lancer
6 ай бұрын
It’s aluminum and it looks stellar.
Nice-cost-time vs Evo Flow Delta 2 2000 watt 5 year warranty?
@i.b.lancer
2 ай бұрын
Well, mines 2400Wh, 3000 watts, infinitely expandable. Took 4 months to build and cost twice as much as the unit your referencing. Plus mine has a ton more features then the Eco Flow. You can't really compare them. Thanks for watching.
How can I charge it with out solar just A/C
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Correct, just plug it into the wall.
You could easily make and sell these
Been thinking about getting one of these boxes for my build. Would like to add 2 100ah lithium batteries in it. Standard size. But not sure if it will hold it.
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Be very careful when picking batteries for this box. Depending on the inverter you’re going to use, it will be very easy to buy batteries that are too large. Plan your build out carefully. Good luck.
@acuratltypes6694
Жыл бұрын
Yea that's where I'm running into the problem is making sure everything is going to fit. My 1st box fit an 115ah AGM battery group 31. And a renogy 1000w inverter inside and the box that went over is used for the Epever charge controller the BT unit and fuse block.
Love it
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Right On, thanks for watching.
@alarmsquadnj
Жыл бұрын
@@i.b.lancer your welcome
Part II any time soon ???
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Working on it. So yes, soon.
With this unit, could you power an air fryer?
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely. Although you may want to consider a healthier lifestyle. 😂
Why a dc to dc? And not just a 12v inverter?
@i.b.lancer
9 ай бұрын
Dc to dc converter because it’s a 24v system and one of this box’s intended uses is 12v battery charging. There is an inverter. 24v inverter. Had you actually watched the video you would of known all this.
How much do you charge to build me one like in the video?
What size rivnuts did you use?
@i.b.lancer
5 ай бұрын
They were just little guys.. like 1/4”
Can you prepare a diagram for me?
@i.b.lancer
5 ай бұрын
Sorry, I can’t
All in, how much was this build?
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Just off the top of my head I would have to say about $2600 usd in parts and many hours of labour.
One thing mising from you amazon list is the shunt.
@i.b.lancer
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for pointing that out… I have put the link in the description.
@DiyintheGhetto
Жыл бұрын
@@i.b.lancer thank you. Awesome build and setup. I need to make one. I’m still trying to get up more funds to build something for myself.
@DiyintheGhetto
Жыл бұрын
@@i.b.lancer thank you. Awesome build and setup. I need to make one. I’m still trying to get up more funds to build something for myself.
I po co? 🙈
JENGA ? WTF ?
@i.b.lancer
7 ай бұрын
Bwhahahaha!! I was just having some fun with the list.