5 best Bluetti Power Station that can power a welder without tripping If you run a welder off a portable power station, you know the drill: you hit the arc, and the unit shuts down. That surge is brutal. I grabbed five Bluetti models that claim to handle it, and I put them through real … Read more
7 best Bluetti Power Station for running a 12000 BTU window AC on solar Running a 12000 BTU window air conditioner off solar is a real challenge — these units can pull 1200 to 1500 watts while running, with a big startup surge on top. I tested the best Bluetti power stations to find out … Read more
I recently asked myself if my UNI-T digital multimeter is stuck at 100 amps forever. This matters because you need to know if your meter can handle bigger jobs safely. Most UNI-T meters do not permanently limit you to 100 amps; the limit is usually for a specific time, like 10 seconds. After that, you … Read more
EF ECOFLOW DELTA 3 Classic vs DELTA 2 vs RIVER 2 Max: Best Portable Power for Small Budgets So you’re watching your wallet but need dependable portable power. I’ve been testing the EF ECOFLOW DELTA 3 Classic, the DELTA 2, and the RIVER 2 Max to see which one gives small-budget buyers the most bang … Read more
Victron Energy Blue Smart IP22 12V 20A Review I’ve killed more than a few batteries letting them sit over the winter, so I picked up the Victron Energy Blue Smart IP22 Smart Car Battery Charger 12V 20A, Float & Trickle Charger and Desulfator for Motorcycle, ATV, RV, Lithium and Deep Cycle Batteries to finally fix … Read more
Victron Energy Orion-Tr Smart 24/24-Volt DC Charger Review If you own a boat or RV with a 24-volt dual battery system, keeping your service battery charged from the alternator can be a real headache. I tested the Victron Energy Orion-Tr Smart DC to DC Charger (Bluetooth) – 24/24-Volt 17 amp 400-Watt to see if it … Read more
Victron Energy Orion-Tr Smart DC-DC Charger Review If you have a vehicle or boat with a 48-volt alternator and need to charge a 12-volt service battery, you know the struggle. I tested the Victron Energy Orion-Tr Smart DC to DC Charger (Bluetooth) – 48/12-Volt 30 amp 360-Watt – Battery Charger for Dual Battery Systems – … Read more
You just bought a new UNI-T multimeter, and the probes feel like they belong on a welding machine. This thickness and stiffness actually matter because they affect how you test tight spaces and small components. UNI-T designs their probes with thicker silicone insulation and copper wire to handle higher currents and provide better safety ratings. … Read more
Victron Energy 24-Volt 25 Amp Charger Review I’ve been burned before by cheap battery chargers that overheat and kill batteries. That’s why I tested the Victron Energy 24-Volt 25 amp Microprocessor Battery Charger, a unit that pumps out 25 amps and weighs 3.8 kg, to see if it lives up to the reputation. This 24-volt … Read more
Measuring current in tight spaces with my UNI-T clamp meter can feel tricky. The jaws need to fit around a single wire, and cramped panels make that hard. The clamp design actually helps in these situations because the jaws are offset. I can often slip the meter sideways into a junction box where a standard … Read more