Vortech DIY Battery Backup
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insomniac2k2
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Here's my take on this:
I don't want to have too many of these, so I'd actually like to use one of these for multiple things. With the adapters that I just linked, you should be able to run one of these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-Female-to...ables_Adapters_Connectors&hash=item5af030fb00
Or even one of these for more devices: http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-Female-to...ables_Adapters_Connectors&hash=item5af0307e08
For example:
I have a 12v powered network switch that my apex, web camera, and TV set-top box hook up to. I would want network available to all these (less the set-top box) in the event of a power outage. I also want to power my apex and my vortech pump. The only thing that draws much power is the vortech.
But for me, I need to also power my modem that lives in my garage, and my router that is at another location in my house. This would allow me check on my tank remotely in the event of a power outage. I guess im just a mess
Caveat: A few of my switches in my garage are 5v. Im thinking that I can splice a few of these in the mix: http://www.amazon.com/HOSSEN®-Converter-Power-Supply-Module/dp/B00A71CMDU
This will allow me to step down the 12v DC to 5V tp power the remaining 3 5v devices that I have.
Damn you. You already made me buy 2 of these Belkin units. Now I need a 3rd
This type of a battery backup is just so much more efficient than a standard one though!
I don't want to have too many of these, so I'd actually like to use one of these for multiple things. With the adapters that I just linked, you should be able to run one of these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-Female-to...ables_Adapters_Connectors&hash=item5af030fb00
Or even one of these for more devices: http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-Female-to...ables_Adapters_Connectors&hash=item5af0307e08
For example:
I have a 12v powered network switch that my apex, web camera, and TV set-top box hook up to. I would want network available to all these (less the set-top box) in the event of a power outage. I also want to power my apex and my vortech pump. The only thing that draws much power is the vortech.
But for me, I need to also power my modem that lives in my garage, and my router that is at another location in my house. This would allow me check on my tank remotely in the event of a power outage. I guess im just a mess
Caveat: A few of my switches in my garage are 5v. Im thinking that I can splice a few of these in the mix: http://www.amazon.com/HOSSEN®-Converter-Power-Supply-Module/dp/B00A71CMDU
This will allow me to step down the 12v DC to 5V tp power the remaining 3 5v devices that I have.
Damn you. You already made me buy 2 of these Belkin units. Now I need a 3rd
This type of a battery backup is just so much more efficient than a standard one though!
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insomniac2k2
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Even better.
12v Belkin to stepdown converter: http://www.amazon.com/Vktech-Double...69276031&sr=1-13&keywords=12V+Step+Down+to+5V hooked up to one of these:http://www.amazon.com/Camera-2-1x5-...69276489&sr=1-5&keywords=2.1mm+x+5.5mm+female (which gives you a solderless connection to the Belkin)
Now you have 2 standard USB OUT. Now add 2 of these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/USB-to-MALE...=Laptop_Adapters_Chargers&hash=item3a78f2d94f
You can now power 2 - 5v devices
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12v Belkin to stepdown converter: http://www.amazon.com/Vktech-Double...69276031&sr=1-13&keywords=12V+Step+Down+to+5V hooked up to one of these:http://www.amazon.com/Camera-2-1x5-...69276489&sr=1-5&keywords=2.1mm+x+5.5mm+female (which gives you a solderless connection to the Belkin)
Now you have 2 standard USB OUT. Now add 2 of these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/USB-to-MALE...=Laptop_Adapters_Chargers&hash=item3a78f2d94f
You can now power 2 - 5v devices
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bugs713
In-A-Gadda-Divita!
insomniac,
Great finds! Thanks for your input, that's what DIY is all about!
I will order some of the splitters and see how they work for adding 2 or more Belkins to increase the run time.
I have some small voltage step down circuits I got from eBay a while back, but the ones you found on Amazon are better priced and enclosed. I ordered one and will test it.
Post any results you get from anything you build or buy, I will of course do the same.
:beer:
Great finds! Thanks for your input, that's what DIY is all about!
I will order some of the splitters and see how they work for adding 2 or more Belkins to increase the run time.
I have some small voltage step down circuits I got from eBay a while back, but the ones you found on Amazon are better priced and enclosed. I ordered one and will test it.
Post any results you get from anything you build or buy, I will of course do the same.
:beer:
insomniac2k2
Active member
I haven't ordered any stepdowns yet. I'm still calculating how many 5v devices I want to drive, and what barrel connector size they will need. BUT, Here is a bunch of links that I've been saving as options for extra hardware. Maybe some of them will help you or someone else:
Bunch O' extensions: http://www.ebay.com/itm/330859978736
Longer extension: http://www.ebay.com/itm/140978736884
Cheap 8 way splitter for larger power requirements: http://www.ebay.com/itm/221031134460
4-way splitters cheap: http://www.ebay.com/itm/180905394358
Higher power step downs with big heatsink: http://www.ebay.com/itm/251018988940
5 pack of Vortech adapters: http://www.ebay.com/itm/390480560910
Set of 5 ea of barrel adapters for stepdowns: http://www.ebay.com/itm/181119009065
I haven't decided which direction yet, but I will post up my results. Yesterday was a good test running my wireless router (with quite a bit of traffic) for 12 hours. Still no end in sight. The belkins should last quite some time running that and a few switches.
Bunch O' extensions: http://www.ebay.com/itm/330859978736
Longer extension: http://www.ebay.com/itm/140978736884
Cheap 8 way splitter for larger power requirements: http://www.ebay.com/itm/221031134460
4-way splitters cheap: http://www.ebay.com/itm/180905394358
Higher power step downs with big heatsink: http://www.ebay.com/itm/251018988940
5 pack of Vortech adapters: http://www.ebay.com/itm/390480560910
Set of 5 ea of barrel adapters for stepdowns: http://www.ebay.com/itm/181119009065
I haven't decided which direction yet, but I will post up my results. Yesterday was a good test running my wireless router (with quite a bit of traffic) for 12 hours. Still no end in sight. The belkins should last quite some time running that and a few switches.
Chris Lakies
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Which cable do i use to daisy chain two of the back ups together to get longer run hours?
Thanks for this thread!!
Thanks for this thread!!
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insomniac2k2
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Although I have not yet ordered it. I'm 99.9% positive it will work. It's just a positive and negative wire in the cable. Not much can go wrong
bugs713
In-A-Gadda-Divita!
Yes, received this cable and it works perfect to attach the Belkin to the an MP without splicing - great find insomniac2k2!
It is also cheaper, $3 shipped. The only bad thing, it ships from China, but was actually fast for shipping from there. I always try to avoid buying anything direct from China, choosing a USA company whenever possible. I didn't notice this was coming from China when I ordered. Though I'm sure it was made in China... I'd rather pay a bit more and order states side.
I will order some of the splitters that insomniac listed and see if they work properly. Will post when I get them.
Chris Lakies
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insomniac2k2
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You should. Otherwise it defeats the purpose of owning one.
bugs713
In-A-Gadda-Divita!
A back up battery such as these Belkins and Vortech, plug in to the wall and keeps the battery fully charged and ready for when the power is lost.
Like he said, plugging it in only when their is an outage, defeats the the reason to have one IF you are not home or asleep when you lose power.
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Chris Lakies
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Duh
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bugs713
In-A-Gadda-Divita!
Thanks for your input! :facepalm:
Chris Lakies
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I put a no brainer question in then erased it. Thats why i said duh, for myself lol!
Chris Lakies
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Anybody have the way to connect two or more to get a longer run time?
trueblackpercula
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Great thread going to try it
