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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.
NEW This battery works... amzn.to/47GiyMl
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Links to the parts I used.
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As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
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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
#solargenerator #power #offgrid #offthegridliving

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  • @i.b.lancer
    @i.b.lancer Жыл бұрын

    I was looking forward to building this box. I hope you enjoy it. Let me know what you think,

  • @jacksmith3951

    @jacksmith3951

    Жыл бұрын

    it much better than one they selling brother nice video

  • @ChilePicanteKornNvtz

    @ChilePicanteKornNvtz

    Жыл бұрын

    When’s the next video?

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ChilePicanteKornNvtz couple of weeks.

  • @noercarr

    @noercarr

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@i.b.lancershould be any day now! Looking forward to it

  • @snufflesdarkness
    @snufflesdarkness Жыл бұрын

    I gave you thumbs up for thinking of fans to cool the box. Great idea.

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    I appreciate that!

  • @johntalbert8227
    @johntalbert822712 күн бұрын

    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

    @i.b.lancer

    12 күн бұрын

    Oh, is it too loud? My apologies. I’m still trying to figure this all out.

  • @gutshotaz2805

    @gutshotaz2805

    2 күн бұрын

    You should be able to lower the audio channel in your movie editor.

  • @bazzawattz
    @bazzawattz Жыл бұрын

    Nice build .looks factory 👍

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks 👍

  • @allkindsofoutdooractivities
    @allkindsofoutdooractivities11 ай бұрын

    Nice build! The fans remind me of how you would set up a generator shed

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    11 ай бұрын

    Ya, makes sense right?

  • @allkindsofoutdooractivities

    @allkindsofoutdooractivities

    11 ай бұрын

    @@i.b.lancer indeed!

  • @ab-ym3bf

    @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.

  • @bencerise984
    @bencerise984 Жыл бұрын

    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

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! 👍

  • @SuperVstech

    @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…

  • @billk9628
    @billk9628Ай бұрын

    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

    @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

  • @jacksmith3951
    @jacksmith3951 Жыл бұрын

    its good when you can build your own they sell them lot money nice work brother

  • @christopherresmini8254
    @christopherresmini8254 Жыл бұрын

    This is a great setup, it gave me a lot of ideas for one that I am doing. Thanks for posting.

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @travelinman482

    @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. ⚠️🔥

  • @luxservices9980
    @luxservices998010 ай бұрын

    Just found this channel. i'm subscribed and looking forward to seeing updates on the project!

  • @i.b.lancer

    @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

  • @benssolarandbattery
    @benssolarandbattery Жыл бұрын

    Awesome project! Thanks for sharing and for the shout-out!

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks. You’re video was the inspiration for this project so the thanks goes to you.

  • @smilingdog54
    @smilingdog54 Жыл бұрын

    Nicest solar generator build I have seen

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much. Part two is almost ready.

  • @lawrencedavidson6195
    @lawrencedavidson6195 Жыл бұрын

    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

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    Ya mon, thanks for watching. 👍🏼

  • @mueckenhoeffer
    @mueckenhoeffer Жыл бұрын

    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

    @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

    @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.

  • @yankey4
    @yankey4 Жыл бұрын

    Love this ! Thanks for sharing. Ben is a GRATE guy! Feel blessed to call him a friend. Subbed !! God Bless !!

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much. 🙏

  • @robertwarfel8120
    @robertwarfel8120 Жыл бұрын

    Looks great. Craftsmanship

  • @acuratltypes6694
    @acuratltypes6694 Жыл бұрын

    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

  • @jimzivny1554
    @jimzivny1554 Жыл бұрын

    Nice project, well thought out

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Cheers!

  • @nabsu0190
    @nabsu0190 Жыл бұрын

    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

    @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.

  • @MohammadAli-fh3ss
    @MohammadAli-fh3ss Жыл бұрын

    Hey there hope you’re well. Still waiting for the rest of the belt

  • @i.b.lancer

    @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.

  • @coreyfuggins2945
    @coreyfuggins29455 ай бұрын

    Yeah me too!

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Ай бұрын

    Cool

  • @ThisTall
    @ThisTall Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @jordanbawden2966
    @jordanbawden2966 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome video. When is part 2 coming out?

  • @i.b.lancer

    @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. 👍

  • @tonyd6884
    @tonyd6884 Жыл бұрын

    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

    @evictioncarpentry2628

    Жыл бұрын

    People have made the handle removable so it fits in with a cover. It takes 5 minutes to do.

  • @daveonezero6258

    @daveonezero6258

    10 ай бұрын

    Yeah I think they even come from the factory with a new handle

  • @Dawry
    @Dawry Жыл бұрын

    Nice job!☺️

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! 😊

  • @greavous93
    @greavous939 ай бұрын

    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

    @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.

  • @cantseeusprius9069
    @cantseeusprius9069 Жыл бұрын

    I agree what kind of a lunatic Would have an 1 7/8 for ANYTHING?

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    Bwhahahaha!!! Don’t remember why I even have it but it’s pretty funny.

  • @edwardseth1230
    @edwardseth12308 ай бұрын

    install a back car number plate light inside for some light when working in the dark with a turn on button.

  • @i.b.lancer

    @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.

  • @alfronnylund2057
    @alfronnylund2057 Жыл бұрын

    Great job, you should start produse and sell them online😊👍

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks.

  • @cliffordmontana4562

    @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

    @i.b.lancer

    5 ай бұрын

    I would probably have to sell it for $3000 just to get my money back.

  • @cliffordmontana4562

    @cliffordmontana4562

    5 ай бұрын

    @@i.b.lancer You’re an impressive dude!

  • @kevinroberts781
    @kevinroberts781 Жыл бұрын

    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

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    Do it… Do it!!

  • @livingspringsfarms2530

    @livingspringsfarms2530

    Жыл бұрын

    the first one is alway the hardest

  • @Ken2ndAmendment
    @Ken2ndAmendment Жыл бұрын

    Looking forward to the updated video finish, do ou have an ETA for uploading this?

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    I’m hoping for next weekend. Fingers crossed.

  • @paoloferriero723
    @paoloferriero72310 ай бұрын

    Great job ! I have another box . Can you send me a wiring diagram about hardware connection please? Thank you very much

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    10 ай бұрын

    Sorry, I have no drawings for this build.

  • @Wharfrat992
    @Wharfrat992 Жыл бұрын

    1 7/8" is 75mm

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    That’s awesome. Good to know. 👍

  • @VBD288
    @VBD2888 ай бұрын

    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

    @i.b.lancer

    8 ай бұрын

    It’s a 24v inverter. Where did you get 48v from?

  • @balls7973
    @balls79736 ай бұрын

    Did I miss what fan controller your using, I'm looking to add a auto one like this to my build

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    6 ай бұрын

    It’s in the description but here’s the link … Dual Temperature Controller. amzn.to/3M92sS6

  • @randyphipps862
    @randyphipps862 Жыл бұрын

    Did you put out another video showing it working ? How much was the whole thing cost ?

  • @i.b.lancer

    @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.

  • @chrisc4217
    @chrisc4217 Жыл бұрын

    would love to get a link to the batteries you sourced … beautiful work!

  • @i.b.lancer

    @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

    @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

  • @buddyb1201
    @buddyb12016 ай бұрын

    You should’ve used thick plexiglass instead of the metal plate.

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    6 ай бұрын

    It’s aluminum and it looks stellar.

  • @samwittstruck.6685
    @samwittstruck.66852 ай бұрын

    Nice-cost-time vs Evo Flow Delta 2 2000 watt 5 year warranty?

  • @i.b.lancer

    @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.

  • @alarmsquadnj
    @alarmsquadnj Жыл бұрын

    How can I charge it with out solar just A/C

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    Correct, just plug it into the wall.

  • @Eric_DJ
    @Eric_DJ Жыл бұрын

    You could easily make and sell these

  • @acuratltypes6694
    @acuratltypes6694 Жыл бұрын

    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

    @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

    @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.

  • @alarmsquadnj
    @alarmsquadnj Жыл бұрын

    Love it

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    Right On, thanks for watching.

  • @alarmsquadnj

    @alarmsquadnj

    Жыл бұрын

    @@i.b.lancer your welcome

  • @adamcargill8772
    @adamcargill8772 Жыл бұрын

    Part II any time soon ???

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    Working on it. So yes, soon.

  • @bucsanders7861
    @bucsanders7861 Жыл бұрын

    With this unit, could you power an air fryer?

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely. Although you may want to consider a healthier lifestyle. 😂

  • @daveonezero6258
    @daveonezero625810 ай бұрын

    Why a dc to dc? And not just a 12v inverter?

  • @i.b.lancer

    @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.

  • @maclaforteza
    @maclaforteza Жыл бұрын

    How much do you charge to build me one like in the video?

  • @anthonywoo3431
    @anthonywoo34315 ай бұрын

    What size rivnuts did you use?

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    5 ай бұрын

    They were just little guys.. like 1/4”

  • @hamiresid7645
    @hamiresid76455 ай бұрын

    Can you prepare a diagram for me?

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    5 ай бұрын

    Sorry, I can’t

  • @clintmclaughlin2152
    @clintmclaughlin2152 Жыл бұрын

    All in, how much was this build?

  • @i.b.lancer

    @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.

  • @DiyintheGhetto
    @DiyintheGhetto Жыл бұрын

    One thing mising from you amazon list is the shunt.

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for pointing that out… I have put the link in the description.

  • @DiyintheGhetto

    @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

    @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.

  • @krisfrut
    @krisfrut Жыл бұрын

    I po co? 🙈

  • @markvylonis
    @markvylonis7 ай бұрын

    JENGA ? WTF ?

  • @i.b.lancer

    @i.b.lancer

    7 ай бұрын

    Bwhahahaha!! I was just having some fun with the list.