Is it feasible to have a semi-portable battery that is only powered via 110?

[NickTheoBennett]

To be clear, the reason I want some sort of battery is because the vape uses high capacity(2500ma) AA batteries, which I go through pretty quickly.  The AA batteries are also slow to charge.  


 I'm thinking about getting this jump starter from Costco when I get the money together.  If it proves insufficient or unsuitable for any reason, I know they will take it back no questions asked.  If that happens, i can start looking at a real battery and charger, which will no doubt be more expensive and harder to transport.  Thoughts?


http://www.costco.com/CAT-1000-Peak...r-Station-|-Compressor.product.100215309.html


Sternwake, I'm sorry, but a lot of what you wrote went over my head. I will have to look at that tomorrow with a clear head.  My electrical knowledge is near zero

 

[SternWake]

Are you saying that all you need is a 12v power source to recharge AA NiMH batteries?

If you get that jumper pack, the built in charger will likely take 24 to 36 hours to 100% fully charge the Lead acid battery within. Once the battery is aged a bit, the internal charger will not be able to fully charge the battery

The meanwell powersupply I linked can do the same job in about 4.5 to 5.5 hours from full depletion

The battery within that jumper pack is likely either one of the two batteries I linked.

 

[jimindenver]

I think he is using a 12v adapter to use the launch box instead of slow to charge, high capacity AA's.

 

[MikeRuth]

I'm going to go out on a limb here and say that the jumper pack you linked to might just work for you.
Most of those have about a 18ah battery, and by what you have said in the past posts here I'm thinking you would pull it down to about 50% with three hours use.

If you can out this on charge every day long enough for it to show full then you just might pull it off.

As you said if it doesn't work out you can return it. maybe a two week trial would be in order.

I'm not trying to buck anything said above just that it might be worth a try, a real world test is best

MIke

 

[StarEcho]

A couple years ago I got the power pack with the built in inverter and 18ah battery.  It worked just fine.  I had no clue about batteries and electrical things at the time and it fit the need.  Now, however, I would go the route SternWake suggested and get the small 18ah AGM battery with a separate battery charger and make my own.  It's not really that hard.  If you didn't want to make your own casing, they have what's called a trolling motor power center, which is basically a battery box that has the 12v outlets already installed so you just hook up your battery to the terminals inside and then when the box is closed you don't really have to open it to attach anything to battery posts.  I can see putting a small 18ah AGM battery in there and using the rest of the space for the charger.   Run the charger cord out the opening.

http://www.amazon.com/MinnKota-Trol...8&qid=1444233850&sr=8-6&keywords=power+center

Or even make your own version of that box with a regular battery box and then add the accessories as needed.

But I do totally understand the draw of those little all in one jump packs.  Perhaps that is a good FIRST step, then as you learn about electricity and power, you'll see that SternWake's method is going to be the best for long term.

 

[NickTheoBennett]

I think he is using a 12v adapter to use the launch box instead of slow to charge, high capacity AA's.

That is correct. Apologies if I was unclear. It's gonna be a little bit before I have the cash for either, but I may take the suggestion made by Sternwake and others and be brave - It seems a lot scarier to someone with no experience, but I also realize I could get a better battery for cheaper like that.  I'll be sure to update here either way when I get the cash together, hopefully within the next couple of weeks (depending on how the job search goes.)

 

[Happy Camper]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/11000mAh-Mu...ncy-Jump-Starter-Power-Bank-NEW-/281750654489

 

[Theadyn]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/11000mAh-Mu...ncy-Jump-Starter-Power-Bank-NEW-/281750654489

I've got one of those and use quite frequently to run/charge usb devices, I can see it could be easily hidden inside a backpack and a cord stuck out and plugged into a wall to charge while at a library or somewhere. I also have just a regular battery pack that will probably charge my phone 6 times before needing a recharge, although, it takes a while to recharge back up. They are small and easily hidden in a backpack for recharging. Also have a jumper pack with the jumper cables and all, 2 12volt plugs, usb plug, and 2 110volt plugs, pretty versatile. It is pretty bulky and heavy, though, not sure how that would work toting it around in a backpack, lol. (My needs are pretty small and I don't have the $$ or the know-how to install solar and all the wiring and battery knowledge to try that yet. So far, it's working for me while on my travels.)

Have you thought about a small solar foldup panel you could put on your dash to charge re-chargeable AA's during the day? Just throwing thoughts out there. Most of the electrical stuff goes way over my head, so I will defer to the experts on this. Best of luck!!

 

[Free Range Chicken]

Hi. I have not tested this solution but seems like simple and close to the portability level that you may need. It's name is pbox and has 1kwh and weighs 64 pounds . The picture shows some nice wheels so it can be pulled easily.

I got my battery from them but haven't set it up yet. They use lithium so expect to pay lithium prices

http://elitepowersolutions.com/products/index.php?cPath=47&osCsid=7a437171de9c22cc5aedbab6150ac1ec

 

[accrete]

I didn't want to say up front because I'm not sure about the general sentiments of the community on pot, but I'm looking to power a vaporizer...

I've been vaping _regular_ herbs for some time. I have several but my go-to vape is a **** Titan II. I LOVE that thing over all the other fancier vapes in my arsenal (got like maybe $2K worth in my collection?). OK so here is the deal, the Titan can be charged through any USB charger. About an hour charge will give you ~10 minutes of vape time which is usually good enough to do the job : ) (I vape peppermint + clove most days. No MaryJ)

As another poster stated, the jump-box is a nice way to go and it is actually what we have in our van conversion. We chose to go the "Dry Cabin" route and have no appliances that rely on electricity. The LED lights can run many hours off the starter battery and not make a dent. So we use the jump-box (35ah agm battery) to charge our phones and ipads for a week of playing in the woods. Then charge it once back home on 110v AC.

Thom

 

[highdesertranger]

well here's my 2 cents take it or leave it. while I have nothing against getting high for whatever reason, just to get high or for medical reasons. I feel that marijuana should be legal for everybody. however to base your life off of getting high on pot is just as bad as a drunk or any other addict on any type of drug, imho. I would worry less about recharging your vap machine and worry more about getting though school. like I said that's my 2 cents even if it's not worth a plug nickel. highdesertranger

 

[accrete]

: )
As for me and Mary J...

I wish I could utilize the medicinal liquid form (that is in use in cutting edge facilities for cancer treatment outside the US), just cuz it has such (apparent) amazing qualities. But, this is the land of Big Pharma...so that's probably not going to happen any time soon.

For sure on the not basing one's life on the stuff.
And since we are also talking about a live-in conversion? My wife and I are even debating if we should bother with going with a 12v fridge (and all the power generation it needs) or stick with our tried an true 10 day ice coolers. It strikes us both as a similar situation, do we include measures to have XXamps power 24/7 to something to satisfy our "addiction" of having chilled water/tea...or continue old school, buy a $2 bag of ice once a week and park in the shade?

But that is another thread.

 

[highdesertranger]

accrete that wasn't directed at you but the original poster. like I said I have no problem with it. highdesertranger

 

[accrete]

accrete that wasn't directed at you but the original poster...

No worries. I knew who you were directing your comment to. And in the spirit of ; "Being in this all together" (i.e. Life) I just shared my 2 cents also.