My Cheap DIY Solar Suitcase vs the Best Portable 400 Watt Solar Panels

Current price of the bifacial solar panels I used for the DIY solar suitcase: https://amzn.to/4cPjcZK
Current price of the Renogy 400-watt solar suitcase: https://amzn.to/3AUNhKf
Current price of the EcoFlow 400-watt portable solar panel: https://shrsl.com/4o0u8
Our full written review of the DIY solar suitcase: https://freshlycharged.com/400w-solar...

Are DIY solar suitcases really worth the effort and cost? In this video, we dive into my DIY solar suitcase build, made for just $350, and compare it to two of the top portable solar panels on the market: EcoFlow and Renogy 400W panels. I'll walk you through my build process step-by-step, show the pros and cons of each setup, and test how they perform in real-world conditions. Whether you're prepping for an emergency, looking for portable power, or just interested in solar solutions, this comparison will help you decide which option is best for you!

🔋 *Key Topics:*
DIY 400W solar suitcase build tutorial
EcoFlow 400W solar panel review
Renogy 400W portable solar panel review
Bifacial solar panels vs traditional panels
Cost comparison: DIY vs pre-built solar panels
Portability and ease of use analysis
Solar power performance in different conditions

📋 *DIY Solar Suitcase Parts List:*
-Solar Panels https://amzn.to/4cPjcZK
-3/4" X 10' PVC Pipe (need two of these)
-Screws for PVC
-"X3/4" PVC Tee (need 4 of these)
-3/4" PVC Elbow 90 degrees (need 4 of these)
-Broad Utility Hinge 2.5" (need 2 of these) with associated nuts and bolts (must be flat head)

*Tools Needed for assembly*
-PVC Cutter
-Drill
-Heat gun or hair dryer

*Instructions for building a solar suitcase*
-Cut PVC to size to fit across the width of the solar panel as a crossbar.
-Slide the PVC Tee connectors onto the PVC crossbar.
-If needed, heat the ends of the PVC to shape so that it fits within the frame.
-Screw PVC onto the frame.
-Cut PVC legs to size. Connect the legs to the PVC Tee connectors on the cross bar and connect the end of the legs using elbow connectors.
-Once you have made two solar panel stands, place them face-to-face with a spacer and install the hinges. Be sure to use flat-head bolts.

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