Van Life Essentials: I Bought Cheap Simple Solar on Amazon! 12V Ryobi Tools and Batteries
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- čas přidán 24. 08. 2024
- In this video we take a look at very cheap and simple solar! I am a fan of tools and always carry a Ryobi drill, jig saw and a skill saw! These work off of a 12V charger. You can get these on Amazon with the links below. Now Ryobi has come out with a 150W inverter with 2 USB ports! If you are carrying these tools anyway, you have a large battery bank! So why not use that power for everything and let them be your power source!
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You won’t believe it Bob. I watched this yesterday morning and thought, “that drill battery hook up is such a good idea, but those are expensive and I’ll hold off.” Then I went to Salvation Army later and found a drill with a 15V battery on it for $10, AND a ryobi battery charger right next to it! I shrieked in the store cause it felt like a sign that I’m on the right path. Spirit said, “I got you girl!”
At 71 I'm considering going nomad, due to family issues. But on a happy note I discovered my 1 year old granddaughter loves Bob's voice. She grabs the phone and talks to him and kissed it. So you have a new generation of admires, and a damned cute one at that. (No this Grandma is not at all prejudice). LOL 😆😂 🤣
I learn so much here. I am not ready to go out yet. But until then, I study and listen and watch and Bob, you always come through. Thank you so much. I feel confident that by the time, I can get on the road, I will be ready and knowledgeable. I hope that you are warm and well. Kind regards.
Your enthusiasm alone earned a like from me!! 😁🙏
Bob! I love how you've continued to stay authentic to who you are on this channel. Keep em' coming !
I run my cpap overnight on the ryobi inverter with a 6ah and a 4ah battery, it would probably run 8hrs on one 6ah but i run the built in humidifier.
just a reminder to people who use the the ryobi inverter. When battery is inserted the 5v usb is still drawing power without a load.
Have the 18v car charger, I cut the cigarette plug off and wired a xt90 with a pig tail. Used a wago lever lock to improvise a quick change adapter. I use my diy power box and 60w solar panel to charge my ryobi batteries. I also made a 5v USB to 19v 1a charger for using USB on small solar panels or 5v battery bank.
The ryobi tire inflator is amazing. It easily fills my 80 lb tires in my class B roadtrek.
Same! It’s great to keep in my car
The Ryobi tire inflator alone sounds like a "worth the price of admission".
Sounds great.
My wife and I used to live on a boat (for about 7 years). One of the things we always looked for was something that could do more than one job. Limited and small spaces require this kind of thinking. This Ryobi inverter fits that requirement beautifully and helps to justify the initial outlay of expense.
We have three generations, throughout a lot of our family, using a multitude of Ryobi tools: the investment put into them, definitely pays off😁. I really like these tutorials...very helpful 😉good info on solar, also.
Great video about solar power, thanks for your work. In the video you mention that Amazon sells Ryobi. Actually, you can buy Ryobi off Amazon but you're NOT buying the tool from an authorized source. It's the same as buying the tool from your neighbor. The only Ryobi recognized dealers are Home Depot and Direct Tools Factory Outlet. (Full disclosure: I work for Direct Tools Factory Outlet) Those Amazon resellers come into my store and drop $15,000 to $80,000 on product. What those Amazon resellers don't tell you is that their sales DON'T HAVE THE FACTORY WARRANTY. Only the original purchaser, in this case the Amazon reseller, is the warranty holder.
Hey Brah, shout out from Hawaii.
I spent a few years wondering the earth, and I used my car as my power source.
Had a cheap inverter, and a little solar panel for the car battery.
I noticed that the 12 volt auxiliary port was slow to charge even a cell phone.
So I ran a positive and negative wire from the battery to a new auxiliary port.
Bam! That worked like a champ.
Probably would recommend a 15 amp fuse inline with positive cable for good measure.
Great video, love Ryobi, truly a off grid brand.
They make a battery operated bug sprayer that could be tweaked to use as a shower. Heat your water up and you have a nice little shower unit. You can modify the sprayer with a little shower head or dish washer sprayer.
Hanx Bob,
I've been waiting for ryobi to come out with an inverter. Glad you were the one to show it.
This was a real good simple system. I hope people consider it.
The 150 watt 18 volt has been out for a little. while. I used it to light a utility trailer for a night parade . Kids could be seen and flags well illuminated for over 4 hours to, thru and back to staging
I've been using Ryobi tools, including the Inverter. I'm very happy with them. I especially find their Chain Saw is very handy to have ready to cut firewood, It's quiet and works well. Instead of the internal oil, I use a manual oil can. It's less messy during storage.
I'm going out of my mind waiting for Nomadland to be on hulu this Friday. When I see Bob, im going to burst into tears. I can't stand the wait!!!!!
Is it not out already on CZcams? Or is there a 2nd one coming out ?
I also can't wait. Saw previews and looks good!
ALREADY seen Nomadland. Bob did a very good job and the movie is good.
Yes. Been waiting for months!
Watching it now
Milwaukee makes a similar 150w inverter in case you already own their line of tools. Sharing budget friendly options.
I think its 175 watts and was listed for $95 at home depot
I'm a Milwaukee here lol
As does makita. Dewalt makes a much larger one that uses four batteries.
I am looking to.concert a van. My husband has leukemia and in in and out of the hospital quite a bit. With the Covid 19 virus I am no longer allowed to stay in his room with him and have to leave at 5pm and drive 2 hours one way. I was looking for a way to get some type of inexpensive power for now and this video was very enlightening. I watch your videos all the time for ideas and so glad I saw this one. Thank you so much from a newbie!
I’m not a full timer but I have lived off grid for almost 30 years (solar/backup generator). I love my Ryobi tools and this video just opened up a whole new avenue of uses!
I already carry in my RV the drill for my stabilizers, air compressor for tire emergencies, planning on one of the chainsaws and little shop vacs.
I have a drill, impact driver, air compressor and water pump. Inverter would be a great addition.
Congratulations on the movie cameo! 👏 Love learning from you. I sleep better at night knowing I can adapt. Thanks again for all of your help and tips.
Have used Ryobi tools since they were sold at HD. In the camper, have one 110v charger 'built in' at my inverter wiring outlet to charge batteries while hooked up to camp power. Have the drill, a tire pump, hot glue gun. Haven't had many carpentry projects while on the road so all the saws stay home. Your chargers and the new inverter could be very handy.
I'm so glad I found your channel. I'm going to be building a van hopefully soon and that's twice now I just about bought something and found better deals and better equipment by watching your channel. When I start my build I'll forsure use your Amazon link. Thanks so much!
Hi bob. Love you. Mom. Son. And cody. Thank you for everything. You are a true friend indeed. Happy 4th of july.
I love my Beaudens and solar panel. Bought it last year in the U.K., before first lockdown. Already used it for a camping trip running lights and charging phone etc, and used during an electric power cut in the house. I didn’t buy them both together, but Beaudens sent me a voucher for £20 off the panel, so couldn’t resist getting it. Think they have made bigger models now too.
Brilliant ideas and I won a Jackery 500 during their anniversary contest last year but Just the Unit no solar panel but has 12v and regular wall plug in🥰
But I’m really really interested in this Ryobi idea just showed and first heard of Jackery from one of your videos like a year ago🥰 Now very fascinated by this Ryobi and solar power unit that you showed in this video🤩
Multi use of anything you have in a van is always great!
I use Ryobi Bob, I can make almost anything with a 4" grinder. FEB 19th !!
Ryobi clone large batts off Amazon are the way to go. That little converter is awesome, and seems to work much better off the larger batts.
I haven't had good luck with the clones what brand do you use ?
I had to trim the catch tabs a bit to make them release easier from the tool. Go on amazon and read reviews. Get the large ones! They're about half the cost.
the knock off batteries last about half as long for half the price so your really not saving plus they wont last as long or have any warranty.
Congrats on the Nomadland movie! Hulu is awesome doing this. You inspired me in so many ways. Thank you.
I own 2 of these Beaudens pier station. What I did was I plug the DC into Beaudens with cigarette female , then I took a DC to solar panel and Male cigarette connect with the female cigarette, and it works. Bob, it is correct, charges up full on less than an hour in good sunshine
I use the ryobi inverter with the batteries as part of my hurricane preps. I'm using harbor freight solar system and inverter to charge things
@@johnettew3957 It's called the Thunderbolt "100 Watt Solar Panel Kit" on their site. You also have to buy a 12 volt sealed lead acid battery for the solar panel kit to charge. Then you can connect a power inverter (also sold at harbor freight) to the large lead acid battery and plug in a Ryobi charger to the AC port on the inverter. Then you can charge the ryobi tool batteries individually. It takes a little learning to get it setup and going and isn't easily portable. I'm only really charging the Ryobi batteries and small electronics. I bought some small Ryobi fans which were not the cheapest but we use them in a hurricane. The Ryobi inverter he showed provides one way use a ryobi battery power a small appliance or charge a phone.
I have a lot of Ryobi batteries so what I do is keep 6 of them charged at all times off AC wall power using the Ryobi IntelliPort SUPERCHARGER. So even if I can't recharge them during a power outage at least I have six available to use. Feel free to ask more questions if you are stuck. The solar panel setup in the video which he is using to charge the BEAUDENS Portable Power Station (battery) would be a far simpler setup. He also mentions a Jackery Portable Power station which is a similar type of system.
@@slimdawgwoof I have the same set. I use a 100 Ah AGM in a battery box, and can charge my phones and run that 12v light from the HF set for days
So, why not plug the ryobi 12 volt charger into your solar panels?
Then you could charge your tool batteries without 110 ac power.
@@johnndavis7647 you get more use of the sun by charging a big battery than charging your tools. While it might work to charge a drill battery, if you charge a deep cycle battery you could charge multiple tool batteries at once.
Regarding the 12v chargers that plugs into the cigarette lighter, they tend to pull more amps than the lighter socket can give. I have seen many work vans that the outlets are burned out from charging tool batteries.
The lishen cells are so cheap now.
I watched Nomadland last night. I couldn’t sleep so I searched on the internet for articles about the movie, and you too Bob. I think you are awesome! Thanks for being such a good guy. Hope to see you out on the road some day!
Ryobe makes an awesome fan in two sizes. It runs on their batteries, and also on a 110V AC extension cord. The less you convert from AC to and from DC the more energy you get. The little black box with only 166 watt hours is not enough to run a CPAP machine much longer than an hour.
I bought a harbor freight 12v 35Ah battery to run my CPAP all night with the humidity set to “1” (the lowest). With a good day of sun, it charges back up in about 4-5 hours on my 100W harbor freight solar panel kit. I have only used it for 1 camping trip (9 days) but I am definitely impressed with solar (and my wife can sleep well at night as well).
I got the Ryobi inverter when I was living in my vehicle I never runned out of juice I would charge four batteries while at work and usually I could charge my phone about 3 times per full charge in a 4ah battery and use my ryobi hybrid fan for the hot nights at low speed I would get like 4 hours running fan these tools pretty handy to have I liked ryobi more for the variety of products now almost any brand has bunch of battery items amazing you pick according to budget...
Been waiting for a RYOBI inverter - now those expensive batterys have a use when the tools are just sitting there!!
The Ryobi tools are awesome-I couldn’t believe how well they perform-even the chainsaw works amazingly well!
yeah i just got into ryobi line their specialty tools like the rotary tool station I bought blows away any dremel i ever used, ryobi gets a bad rap for no reason they get the job done, im getting the soldering station next
Amazon sells $15 Ryobi battery adapters. It adapts Ryobi tools (or others) to connect to other brand batteries. I'm going to get this invertor and a adaptor to fit my Bosche batteries.
are you kidding me!?!?! i'm going to search for this right away! Thanks for the tip.
What a great idea! Seems like each time I am working with a tool and need to recharge it, that's the very charger that somehow isn't in the container that I keep all of my chargers in so that I won't lose them! I'll definitely be getting the converter that I could use with all tools! Thank you so much for letting me know that it exists!
Yes I have the adapter to convert Dewalt batteries to Ryobi, it works great, and the Dewalt clone batteries are pretty good for the price
Bob,
I just watched Nomadland on HULU. You were wonderful. A very moving film.
Just yesterday I used my Ryobi Inverter and a 6 Ah battery to see how long it would run a 32" Vizio Smartcast TV that I just bought. It was just a little over 3 hours of runtime. I'm sure a smaller TV would run longer. I don't have an RV, but was doing the test just to see how long I could get weather info and other news in a power outage situation. That little Ryobi inverter is limited , but also compact and quite handy to have around. I use it quite a bit for many tasks. The portable 2 speed fan that they market is also well worth the price. I had never seen the 12vdc charger before so thanks for this video. I am going to look into getting one.
It's been a bit over 20 years since I have been on the road, miss it. I am amazed at the advances in solar and inverter technology, so much cheaper and more flexible than it used to be. Even the more expensive, portable power stations and panels.
I can see right now, a big advantage of a portable solar setup with a power station would be if it were your first rig and you were still figuring out your needs.
Ryobi also has great lil fan and spotlight
I picked up the inverter not too long ago. Very handy
This is GREAT if you are out working. My hubby's notorious for forgetting to charge his ryobi batteries.
Thanks for this video Bob. I wish I had seen it before I bought my Jackery 20 months ago.
I've been thinking of go in that direction for a long time now, you just sparked my intrest again thanks Bob
Just bought two 4 Ah batteries and got the inverter for free at Home Depot. Very nice tool!
I have the inverter and just got the 12V charger and love them both!! I bought the 2 batteries and got the inverter for free.
I caught the Ryobi 2 4H battery pack sale for $99. It came with a free tool so I got the inverter. 🤗👍🥳
Most excellent video Bob! I love how simple these are for beginners and those of us wanting to become nomads. I wish I could afford this now but it will take time and I will get a sim Leo system. One day at a time!
I own that beaudens 166 and you can't beat that little thing for simple power.
I don't have those Ryobi tools but that seems like a decent idea to get some power.
Bob, I love these and yes I was thinking the same thing for my camping setup. I did not know there was a 12v version of the charger! Thank you!
great ideas! as far as the ryobi batteries .. you can get 6ah after market ones off ebay for 1/2 the price and they last just the same. have 4 and have been working great the past 3yrs now.
Generic batteries amperage are overstated. 6 amp may be 5amp some 4amp. So it's not really much savings when you wait for ryobi days at homedepot.
@@cameranmanner4701 How often does HD run Ryobi Days? When is next one coming?
@@chetmyers7041 as i recall i purchased a multi tool in may during the RD sale.
@@cameranmanner4701 actually that was my thoughts so when I did get them, I took them to someone with a bit more knowledge then me to test them.. and yeah they tested at 6Ah
@@cameranmanner4701 Currently looking at Home Depot Website, 2 6Ah batteries for 139 .. compared to what I spent for 2 @$50.00
Thanks for your videos. I find you a very solid guy and learn much from you. You are much appreciated.
I use a $50 car battery jumper box.
It has a 12 volt plug and a usb.
It has lasted for several years.
Some of the newer ones have inverters built into them for 110 plugs.
Bought the 12v charger and knock-off brand batteries after watching this. Using Ryobi tools (circular saw, drills, vacuum and flashlight) at an off grid site, charging the batteries with my RVs small sized solar system. Works really well! Highly recommend.
Direct Tool Outlet sells Ryobi and Ridgid cordless tools and accessories. If there is one near you they sell overstocks, blemished, and factory refurbished. They’re much cheaper than most other sources.
Love Ryobi tools! Have the drill, and the skill saw. The invertor is genius, absolutely genius!
I've been using the Ryobi 300w inverter for 2 years. It's incredible!
Love my ryobi inverter, been using it for about a year and it changed the game. For things like an electric blanket that is so rough ony house battery it's a life saver.
The Ryobi chain saw has served me for years.
Hello yes we carry Ryobi everything lol. We use the fan all night. If you turn the fan around you can use to pull the hot air out of the van. We recharge by using solar and plug into our inverter. We love love love the Ryobi line of tools. Stay safe from your Aussie nomad friends 🤗🤗🤗
I am so charged by the detailed information from this video. Thanks Bob.
Simple effective power thats what ive been looking for...Thank you. Safe Travels..- Melanie
Hey Bob I'm watching the news this morning I just seen that doing a documentary about you guys called nomadland I'm happy for you bud God bless you
BEAUDENS Portable Power Station is truly excellent. I also have Ryobi 18v tools and will be getting the adapter. I have 100w panels and an all in one charge controller with outlets. Good setup. I plug mine in in the back of the truck when going on road trips and I always have full batter for the hotel or what ever.
That would be a good setup for someone who doesn't need a lot and any old solar panel they can get their hands on would run the battery charger. They could get the LED bulbs that plug into USB, there are some now the same size as a regular light bulb that put out just as much light. I'd also recommend a fan that uses USB or at least an adapter as it will pull less amps for the same amount of breeze. It'll charge cell phones and a laptop too.
I used a Ryobi inverter and mostly 4ah batteries last fall when I lost power due to an ice storm and was somewhat disappointed. We were only getting something like 4 or 5 hours just powering a LED lamp (60 watt replacement size I think) and an occasional phone top off. I more recently tried it to power a wifi security camera; the battery and inverter both got a bit warm and I don't think I would have got 2 hours out of a single battery.
On the other hand, I used a 7.5ah Ego battery with their 150W inverter and was able to power my CPAP all night (humidity turned off) and had unknown power left in it. It also powered the aforementioned camera overnight with no noticeable heat. That said, I wouldn't recommend anyone going out to buy the Ego battery, charger, inverter for van life only, as they are very proud of their batteries especially and a person could get more bang for their buck via other means. However, if you have one or more of their batteries, that may be an option.
8:04. Bob, the talking Solar panel. Reminds me of a School House Rock character!
Ryobi tools are great. We have used them for years - that 150 watt is awesome. Ryobi are great for any emergency and camping
I saw the movie and loved it. You've been my inspiration for the past few years. I bought my first van last year. Best thing ever. I'm hoping to buy a better one in the next two years so I can travel more often and further. The one I have now is not in good shape but it goes. Thank you
I've got the same setup, but with the Milwaukee batteries and the m18 top-off. It does 175 watts continuous on the ac port, and a USB-C port that can charge a laptop.
Ryobi One+ is a great tool set. Great batteries, lots of tools you can buy only the tools you need. I already had the weed wacker and blower for my house. When I started RVing, I got the air compressor/inflator, and battery fan. My next purchases for my RV are the inverter and big flashlight. (On a side note, if the batteries stop taking a charge, there are CZcams videos on how to fix them.)
I don't ever use a cigarette 12 Volt charger for my batteries because it takes to long. I have the normal plug in charger and when I run my generator, I make sure all my devices, power banks, and Ryobi batteries are plugged in and charging. Great video with lots of good information.
Bob, I learn so much from you-I have no intention to live like you do but you sure give great information for us when we go camping! Keep up the good work and keep the videos coming!
I can cut straighter lines (by hand, without guides) with my jigsaw than a circular saw. I use the newer "clean cut" blades. (I'll link to an example if requested.) It just takes a little practice. A circular saw blade has a wider kerf, much wider than the actual thickness of the blade. That means a slight tremble in your hand can cause the blade to move left and right, resulting in a rough edge. These newer "clean cut" jigsaw blades have almost no kerf, so the blade can't move directly left or right as easily. And following a straight line, therefore becomes nothing but a matter of practice. Most people don't even try to practice cutting a straight line with a jigsaw because they believe the myth that it is impossible to do so.
Planning on replacing my old drill...with regular plug in to battery ones. Now I know what I want. Thank you!
That inverter is awesome, my 9ah batteries powers my 42inches TV for 4 to 5 hours.
CRV I too am a fan of Ryobi tools very good for the prices. Also very inventive company I found out they even have a battery pwr "Hot Glue" gun too !
Perfect timing. I was saying today that the next two things/systems I need to figure out are power and internet. I’m going to have to watch this again but some great information. P.S. I like the new (at least new to me) editing style. I often speed up CZcams videos to shorten my watch time but this style of editing gets the info out quickly. I even checked my settings to see if I had it set at a faster than normal pace. Thanks again. 😀
This has been a great lesson for me.....so helpful when you speak of details.
Thing about the cigarette lighter plug in ends, they typically are limited to about 15 amps. Clamping straight to the battery usually gets me the best constant connection. Great battery system though. Great video too.
Ryobi power system is a goddamn genius solution, Bob.
We take your point without the blasphemy.
@@asphaltadventurer I didn't blaspheme. Look at your religious beliefs.😉
I own Ryobi and love their products
Greenworks also makes an inverter for it's batteries.
Thanks Bob! I've using this Ryobi system for a couple months now. It's been good for traveling and staying a few nights in one place. I also bought the CAT brand jumper box to help with jumpstarting.
I do craft fairs and have been using that 150W inverter for almost 2 years. I use it to keep my phone charged and to heat lunch in my crock-pot lunch pot. Ryobi also has a great fan that runs on those batteries too. Home Depot usually had Ryobi Days in April or May and I got my inverter free with the purchase of a battery/charger pack!!
Thanks Bob. This will work well for me. Great video.
Hey, thanks for making your videos. If your wanting to make a straight cut with your jigsaw, try to find a straight edge and either hold it steady with one hand while cutting with your other or clamp it. For example a straight piece of wood, preferably longer than your cut is going to be. The only inconvenience is you have to compensate where you put the straight edge for the guide. I often cut wood
Made a six bank power supply for my camper from an old 6 port charger that went bad . Discovered that between having 22 batteries and being able to recharge off my truck every time I left camp that I had no need to put solar panels on the camper like I had planned
Hey man... if you aint visited the Amish you aint seen nothing.
I've never seen so many solar panels on barns than I have near Shipshewana IN. And they've had this inverters for Dewalt and Milwaukee... that run LEDs on their buggies for road lights and heated seats inside those buggies.
I never realized it before but those guys are still camping and are now starting to embrace some tech
The cat's meow * * * * * COOL
This guy is awesome. I already have a Ryobi set and may soon be homeless so this is a great idea. Thanks for uploading, and for a little bit of hope.
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Thanks for your time and the knowledge!
I just got so excited over that Ryobi inverter. LOL I'm such a power nerd.
Bob, what is the name of the usb fan u love so much?
Very interesting. Kansas
I got it a few months ago to make my laptop mobile, working well so far. Recently added the DC car charger. It makes a lot of sense to get both.
Thanks for making this video. Please make more.
i have the hart brand tools that have the 150watt inverter and it works great. i like that all wal-marts sell hart tools and they have all the same accessories that ryobi has but much cheaper.
Very useful info, much appreciated, thanks for sharing!
I agree with you about the Ryobi inverter - I added it to my Ryobi tool collection and use it with the 110 charger for charging my Razor 24v scooter when I'm out running and need to recharge when I'm not around a 110 plug (It will charge up on a 4ah and last for a hair over 1 hr)
Plus I am a forever Ryobi tool use :) I have the original Ryobi set in the big grey case : which has the flash light, circular saw, drill, and other saw, charger, also another charger, inflator, spiral saw, brad nailer, stick vacuum all 18v
I have that same 12v to 18v, dc to dc, ryobi charger for my cordless tool collection I'm starting.
I have a solar panel that charger a leisure battery. Then I use that to charge all my batteries plugged x2 into lighter sockets and a small inverter for extra power like you I carry a vacuum cleaner, drills, jigsaw, disk cutter, impact driver, radio, just to name a few