Solar Power Generator and Gas Generator - The Perfect Combination - Charging Solar Gen with Gas Gen
Summary
TLDRThis video explores the advantages of using both solar-powered portable power stations and gas generators during power outages, explaining how they complement each other. The host demonstrates charging a portable power station with a gas generator, offers tips for choosing the right gas generator, and shares personal experiences with various models. Key points include the benefits of solar power (quiet, no fuel needed) and the role of gas generators in emergencies when solar isn't an option. Practical advice is provided for finding the best generator based on wattage needs and features like dual fuel capability.
Takeaways
- 🔋 Solar and gas generators work well together in power outages.
- ⚡ Demonstration of charging a portable power station with a gas generator.
- 🔧 The Champion Dual Fuel 3400 Y generator is used in the demo, though discontinued, and preferred alternatives are available.
- 🌞 Solar power is quieter, has no fuel costs or smells, but fuel might not be available for gas generators in certain scenarios.
- 🏖️ The user prefers gas generators for extended use in summer, e.g., running a 5000 BTU window air conditioner for 14 hours on propane.
- ❄️ In winter, the gas generator is used to power a Vornado heater for 14 hours on one tank, compared to 2 hours with a solar-powered portable station.
- ⚙️ Gas generators are ideal for charging portable power stations when solar panels can't be used due to bad weather.
- 🌀 During power outages, portable power stations can extend generator fuel life and provide more options when fuel is scarce.
- ⏳ In the test, the gas generator charged the Delta 1300 portable power station from 50% to 100% in 45 minutes.
- 🔑 Tips for buying a gas generator: check compatibility with your power station, consider inverter generators, use clean sine wave, and prioritize dual fuel options.
Q & A
What are the advantages of having both a solar-powered portable power station and a gas generator?
-The combination of both offers flexibility during power outages. A solar power station is quiet, doesn’t require fuel, and can be used indoors. A gas generator provides reliable power when solar energy isn't available, such as during cloudy weather or storms.
Why does the speaker prefer solar power over gas generators?
-The speaker prefers solar power because it’s quiet, can be run indoors, doesn't require fuel, and avoids the mess, smell, or expense of fuel. Additionally, fuel may not always be available for gas generators during extended outages.
Why does the speaker still use a gas generator despite preferring solar power?
-The gas generator is used because it provides a reliable backup during situations when solar panels can’t charge the portable power station, such as during storms or extended cloudy periods. It also allows for running higher-demand appliances like air conditioners and heaters.
How long can the speaker run a 5000 BTU air conditioner using the Champion generator and the Delta portable power station?
-Using the Champion gas generator, the speaker can run the air conditioner for 14 hours on a single tank of propane. The Delta portable power station, on the other hand, can only run it for around 2-4 hours, depending on available solar power.
What is the main reason the speaker bought a gas generator?
-The main reason for purchasing the gas generator was to charge the portable power station when solar panels are unavailable, such as during storms or power outages where fuel might be scarce.
What does the speaker suggest checking if you are in the market for a gas generator that can charge a portable power station?
-The speaker suggests contacting the portable power station manufacturer to ensure that a gas generator can be used for charging and to confirm the wattage requirements. Additionally, they recommend considering an inverter generator with a clean sine wave, electric start, and dual-fuel options.
What benefits does an inverter generator provide compared to a traditional generator?
-An inverter generator is more efficient, lightweight, and offers cleaner power, which is essential for charging sensitive electronics like a portable power station.
What does the phrase 'two is one and one is none' mean in the context of this video?
-This phrase suggests that having just one power source is risky. It's better to have two options (solar power and a gas generator) for redundancy, so if one fails, you still have a backup.
How long did it take to fully charge the Delta 1300 portable power station using the Champion generator?
-It took 45 minutes to fully charge the Delta 1300 portable power station from 50% to 100% using the Champion generator.
What should be considered when choosing a portable power station for home use?
-When choosing a portable power station, it's important to know your wattage demand and the battery size you need. This ensures that the power station can meet your energy requirements during an outage.
Outlines
🔋 Solar and Gas Generators: Working Together in Power Outages
This paragraph introduces the topic of the video, focusing on the advantages of using both a solar-powered portable power station and a gas generator during power outages. It previews a demonstration of charging a portable power station using a gas generator and mentions the specific model of the generator (Champion Dual Fuel 3400), which has been discontinued. Similar models will be suggested in the video. The speaker also plans to offer tips on choosing a gas generator that can charge a portable power station.
🌞 Why Solar Power is Preferred (But Gas Generators are Essential)
The speaker explains their preference for solar power due to its quiet operation, lack of fuel requirements, and lack of noise and odor. However, gas generators still play an important role when solar power isn't feasible, such as during storms or when fuel may not be available. They highlight that both power sources are essential for different situations.
🌀 Summer Cooling and Winter Heating with a Gas Generator
The speaker shares personal reasons for owning a gas generator, focusing on its ability to power essential appliances during summer and winter. In the summer, the generator can run a 5000 BTU window air conditioner for 14 hours on one tank of propane. In the winter, it can run a heater (Vornado) for the same duration, compared to much shorter runtime on the Delta portable power station. The gas generator provides a reliable backup when solar power is insufficient.
⚡ Why a Gas Generator is Essential in Power Outages
This section emphasizes the importance of having a gas generator for charging a portable power station, especially when solar panels can't be used due to storms. The speaker references a 2021 power outage in Texas as an example where fuel shortages made it critical to ration resources between solar power and the gas generator. The gas generator becomes essential when solar power is unavailable, ensuring continued operation of the portable power station.
🔧 Demonstration: Charging a Portable Power Station with a Gas Generator
The speaker demonstrates charging the Delta 1300 portable power station, which is at 50% charge, using the Champion gas generator because of cloudy weather that prevents solar charging. They describe the process and estimate how long it will take to reach 100% charge using propane. The demonstration shows practical usage during a simulated power outage, ensuring the station is ready for future needs.
⏳ Charging Results: Reaching 100% in 45 Minutes
The speaker follows up on the charging process, revealing that the Delta 1300 portable power station reached 100% charge in 45 minutes. They describe the weather conditions, noting the storm, and mention that their own power went out briefly, though the Delta wasn't needed. However, others in the area experienced longer outages, reinforcing the value of being prepared with both solar and gas options.
💡 How to Choose a Portable Power Station
In this section, the speaker advises viewers on how to select a portable power station based on their wattage demands and battery size needs. They recommend checking out an instructional video series for more details on determining these factors and ensuring the right fit for their power requirements.
🔋 Tips for Choosing a Gas Generator for Your Portable Power Station
The speaker provides specific advice on selecting a gas generator that can charge a portable power station. They suggest first checking with the portable power station's manufacturer to ensure compatibility and understand the wattage requirements. Other considerations include opting for an inverter generator for efficiency and portability, choosing one with a clean sine wave for better performance, and considering an electric start for convenience. A dual fuel generator is recommended for more flexibility in fuel options.
🛡️ The Importance of Backup: Two is One, One is None
The speaker concludes with a military saying that encapsulates the theme of the video: 'Two is one, and one is none,' emphasizing the importance of having multiple power sources as a backup. The video closes with a call to action for viewers to like, share, and subscribe.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Solar-powered portable power station
💡Gas generator
💡Power outage
💡Champion dual fuel 3400W generator
💡Propane
💡Delta 1300 portable power station
💡Inverter generator
💡Pure sine wave
💡Dual fuel generator
💡Wattage demand
Highlights
Advantages of having both a solar-powered portable power station and a gas generator during a power outage.
Demonstration of charging the portable power station using the gas generator.
Introduction of Champion dual-fuel 3400-watt generator, with discontinued model but similar alternatives provided in the video description.
Discussion on why solar power is preferred—quiet, no fuel cost, no mess, and no odor.
Explains how solar and gas generators complement each other in emergency situations.
Explanation of why a gas generator is beneficial for running appliances, such as a 5000 BTU air conditioner for 14 hours on one propane tank.
Comparison of runtime between the Champion generator and Delta portable power station for summer and winter appliances.
Importance of having a gas generator to charge the portable power station when solar charging isn't possible due to bad weather.
Example of fuel shortages during the Texas February 2021 power outage and how a gas generator can be used to ration fuel.
Real-time demonstration: charging the Delta 1300 portable power station from 50% to 100% using the Champion generator in 45 minutes.
Tips on what to look for when buying a portable power station: wattage demand and battery size.
Tips on what to look for when buying a gas generator: inverter type, clean sine wave, electric start, and dual-fuel capabilities.
Key advice: 'Two is one, and one is none'—highlighting the importance of redundancy in backup power solutions.
Recommends contacting manufacturers of power stations for compatibility with gas generators.
Encourages viewers to like, share, and subscribe to the channel for more useful content.
Transcripts
in this video i'm going to talk about
the advantages of having both a solar
powered portable power station and a gas
generator and how they work together in
a power outage then i'm going to
demonstrate charging our portable power
station with our gas generator
now our champion dual fuel 3400 y
generator this particular model has been
discontinued but i'm going to post
similar models under the description
below in fact i prefer some of those
models to this one
finally i'm going to give suggestions
about you know what to look for if
you're in the market for a gas generator
that can also charge your portable power
station
so why a gas generator i prefer solar
power because it's quiet you can run
inside people won't be able to hear it
no fuel expense mess or smell and fuel
might not be available for your gas
generator
both solar and gas generators are
play a very important role
here a few reasons i wanted a gas
generator
in the summer i want to be able to run
my 5000 btu window air on this champion
because i can get 14 hours out of it on
just one tank of propane 20 pound
but with my delta which is the largest
portable power station i have at the
moment
i can probably get two hours of run time
on that maybe four with some solar power
coming in in the winter i want to be
able to run my tornado heater by the way
i have a review right here if you want
to check that out on the vornado i'm
going to run it on low on this champion
i can get about again 14 hours
on one tank
but on the delta it would be about an
hour and a half and maybe a little over
two hours
with some solar power now the main
reason i wanted this champion gas
generator
is because i want to be able to charge
my portable power station
uh if if i couldn't charge it through
solar panels it you know if there's a
storm or something like that
and some of you would say well then just
use your gas generator for that
but there might be a situation where you
have a widespread outage like we had in
texas in february 2021 where there
wasn't any fuel available now in that
case i want to ration my fuel run my
portable power station and solar panels
as much as i can
and then if the storm hits and i can't
use my panels that's when i would use my
gas generator to charge it up
okay we're going to run our setup the
delta 1300 portable power station
is at 50 state of charge
if we were experiencing a power outage
right now we wouldn't be able to charge
this with solar panels because it's too
cloudy we're actually there's a storm on
the way
can't even see the sun
so instead we're going to charge it with
the champion generator
using propane
just to see how well it works find out
how long it will take to get to 100
percent
okay we'll check back in a little bit
[Music]
here
there it is 100
in 45 minutes
this is what the clouds turned into in
the evening our power went out only for
about 30 minutes or so so we didn't need
the delta 1300 but others had their
power out for hours felt good to be
prepared
[Music]
if you're in the market for a portable
power station it'd be helpful to know
your wattage demand and the battery size
you need
if you need help with this you may want
to watch my interactive instructional
video series from the link above
if you're in the market for a gas
generator that will also charge your
portable power station i have a few
suggestions first contact the
manufacturer of your portable power
station to find out if you can even run
a gauss generator on it to charge it
and then what requirements there would
be such as wattage requirements
second consider an inverter generator
it's quite lightweight more efficient
third a clean sine wave or pure sine
wave is a must
fourth
you want an electric start if you have a
bad arm or arthritis
lastly a dual fuel generator will
provide you with more options the
military has a saying that i think
applies to this in fact i think it
applies to a lot of this video
two is one and one is none
if you like this video please share it
like it subscribe and thanks for
watching have a great day
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