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Action Packer Charging Station
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Neat idea! Is this 120v or 12v with an internal inverter?
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Not all the chargers are available in 12v, so I had to go with an inverter. The inverter is mounted in the jeep, so the box is 110v, with a power strip, and a 10 port USB Charging Station inside.
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That's neat in that you can carry it in the house and charge everything up when not traveling. I was wondering if you had the inverter mounted in the Action Packer and fed in 12V or if the cable on the Action Packer was a standard 110V plug. I really like this idea though, it would make a cool addition to a travel trailer.
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The problem is finding these "Half Height" (10" tall) Action Packers. They haven't made them for years.
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I think I actually have one tucked away somewhere, now I have a use for it. Hoarding pays off after all.
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Great project! This just gave me an awesome idea!
I built one of those stereo coolers so I don't run down our cabin's solar battery bank. I patched in a 100w panel to charge it but that little 33ah battery goes forever. Even with all the speakers, charge controller, etc, there's still a good 5-6" of wasted space in the cooler for a large tray. I already have a DC Out and single USB, but this would be a great add on.
Thanks for posting!
I built one of those stereo coolers so I don't run down our cabin's solar battery bank. I patched in a 100w panel to charge it but that little 33ah battery goes forever. Even with all the speakers, charge controller, etc, there's still a good 5-6" of wasted space in the cooler for a large tray. I already have a DC Out and single USB, but this would be a great add on.
Thanks for posting!
That's a great idea! I built a charging station out of a small parts organizer and a power strip with room between the outlets for the wall warts. But the organizer only holds the chargers and assorted other stuff. They are out in the open when charging. I might like yours better...
