If only I had done this sooner! Every time I test batteries, or inverter, or charge controller, etc. I'm always spending too much time setting up the meters. I have finally had enough. Now I'm building myself a dedicated test rig. This has a DC watt meter, with shunt, fully enclosed, and most importantly, it records wh!
Why do we care? Because I'm building myself an off grid solar system and I need to know the total capacity of my batteries. I like to do full discharge tests on my battery builds. This capacity meter will save me a ton of time, and I will be more accurate in the end. Now I can test every battery for its full capacity with ease.
Video building 12v LiFePO4 battery: [ Ссылка ]
The 12v battery in the video is one I built previously. Here is the link to that video: [ Ссылка ] I used cells from [ Ссылка ] If you purchase anything from Battery Hookup please use my coupon code DAVIDPOZ for 10% off. It tracks affiliate which helps out this channel.
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DC Watt Meter: [ Ссылка ]
Electrical Box: [ Ссылка ]
Cable Connectors: [ Ссылка ]
Heat Shrink: [ Ссылка ]
Large Soldering Iron: [ Ссылка ]
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Crimp Tool: [ Ссылка ]
Wire 4 AWG: [ Ссылка ]
(Alternative to the EV wire I had in video)
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