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Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 9:47pm On Jun 20, 2016

hahn:
Whatsapp?

Not on this line. I have a personal line which i also chat via whatsapp. i do not wish to display it here for now. Meanwhile, if we talk on this line as alot of people have already called, i could send the other contact privately.

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 9:01pm On Jun 20, 2016

Watch out for the next topic

'Security Concern, How to Convert an Old Web Cam and PC into a powerful CCTV that can record and play back feeds.

You can monitor movements in and around your home or office in real time.

One good thing about the Web Cam is that it's not easily noticed (hidden). Intruders may not notice you are watching their movements until they are caught or you call the Police. If the intruder denies, you can replay the video clip as proof.

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 7:36pm On Jun 20, 2016

phoenixy:
Thanks for this wonderful piece op, you didn't mention how to stop the beeping sound on the UPS when using the batteries.

Secondly, how is it possible for the electronics circuit in the UPS to handle so much loads e.g fridge and TVs, when it is designed to be used for low power consuming electronics?

Pls kindly revert.

Very good observation on the beeping sound. I pulled mine off completely so i dont hear the sound of the ups beeping.

I didnt mention fridge as part the appliances to connect

Then i also mentioned a 1200VA ups for connecting more devices

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 7:25pm On Jun 20, 2016

carblognaija:
I have a similar setup I have been using for close to 2 years now. Can someone pls point me how to upload pics here so I can share my setup.
OP, I stay in PH too. I'll like to know more about the webcam setup. How can we connect?

Call me on my contact. The web cam is also a very interesting security survellance system. Sure you will like it

Politics › Re: National Power Grid Collapses, As 4 States Are Now In Total Darkness by CharlesPhc: 7:01pm On Jun 20, 2016

Ajibolatao:
pls how can I install this. Do u have an E-book on this?

https://www.nairaland.com/3177395/poor-power-supply-how-generate

Politics › Re: National Power Grid Collapses, As 4 States Are Now In Total Darkness by CharlesPhc: 6:49pm On Jun 20, 2016

jpphilips:
Have you considered the charging time of this funny set up you are proposing?

Yes i have and that was the reason for the external battery charger to reduce the charging time.

Ever read about Michelangelo and the Sistine Chapel?

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 6:43pm On Jun 20, 2016*

redcap:
OP, if you really want to help make a short how-to video on,we can even pay some token of appreciation.

Funny enough there are lots of video on youtube for this. I just checked it out and was surprised alot of guys outside this country have been using this.

Check these ones out..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jX1OQZ1B6m0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJzv5USS8Yw

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JE1Hr-2IAT0

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Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 6:38pm On Jun 20, 2016

investnotspend:
Nice one OP great job and thanks for solving peoples problem I just got your contact ,do you do WhatsApp on this number so we can communicate with ease ?

Don't do whatsapp on this contact.

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 6:34pm On Jun 20, 2016

guy1234:
I have a couple of questions:

1. Is it a d.c fan or a.c ?

2. Car batteries are starting batteries not deep cycle ? How long will car batteries last in this setup.

The fan is connected to the battery with a switch. The cooling unit is required when the AC current is out.
Car batteries have been tested with this and it worked perfectly. on my initial setup, i used a 38Ah (batteries found in keke tricycle) and it worked.
But deep cycle batteries are preferable

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 5:27pm On Jun 20, 2016

JayJustus:
give me your contact bro...wanna speak with you

Here's my contact 08059985262

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 5:22pm On Jun 20, 2016

JAMESM1:
pls drop your number so i can reach you

Here's my contact 08059985262

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 5:21pm On Jun 20, 2016

Here's my contact 08059985262

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 4:57pm On Jun 20, 2016

happen2:
Can it be used to power freezers or fridge. Please I don't see any fan in the picture, pardon me please.

Haven't tried it with a fridge or freezer. Only TVs, PC's, Fans light bulbs, home Theater etc

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 4:39pm On Jun 20, 2016

Like i said, don't mind the wires, it was tired neatly but had to untie to show you. had to open the 650VA UPS also to show the fan inside. Meanwhile this was the working unit when i was just building the device like 3 years ago but still working till date. The main ones are at home and in the office.

You would notice i used a motherboard processor cooling fan back then cos everything was built form my workshop as a 'Computer Engineer' back then.

Notice my Cat5 Cables as well as the cable from UPS to battery terminals

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 4:24pm On Jun 20, 2016

Dymaco:
send me the picture of thé complète set up.
that is the external charger, battery and ups connected together so as to enable me construct mine

and how long will it take to charge the battery 100%

I just opened up a unit in my study to show you a sample of the setup. Don't mind the wires, had to pieces the UPS for you to see the fan inside.

Pics uploading soon...!!!!

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Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 4:16pm On Jun 20, 2016*

redcap:
Insightful write-up, I can't find where you connected the cooling fan on ur diagram. Pls clarify. I really want to try this ASAP. THX

The space that would be created after you remove the 7Ah battery inside the UPS, position a cooling fan there.

Why you need a cooling fan.
Because a UPS was not made to run for a long time without AC power, the transformer may get hot so you need the fan to keep it running under normal temperature

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 4:12pm On Jun 20, 2016

Doyin2:
Please can this simple apparatus power a 42inch plasma tv?

Very well and even more. Your Fan, your energy saver bulb and Desktop Pc or Laptop

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 4:01pm On Jun 20, 2016

jellyfish86:
OP, how do I connect with you in port Harcourt? I stay here. I have an old UPS that is idle here for years.

I can show you what to do online. Its very simple and easy to setup...!!

Ok, i will share a number to call just a moment...!!!

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 3:44pm On Jun 20, 2016

PUSIDRILA:
Do you know this power set up thingy, you could put the setup together,put them in custom made box preferably fibre glass, then brand it and sell offcourse with your margin added. You could start from house to house before you know it the CHARLTECK POWER PACK will be a household name and you, a pot- bellied Billionaire.

You got me laughing uncontrollably with that one.

With the CHARLTECK POWER PACK business, wow sounds interesting...!!!

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Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 3:13pm On Jun 20, 2016

Millerz:
CharlesPhc

you're a genius. I'm sure when others complain about poor electricity, you'd be like Dhuuuuuurrr!!!!

Keep on the good work.

Thanks for the compliments first of all....!!!

You are right. My neighbors use to think I had a 'Powerful Inverter' and always come to charge phones, Ipads and laptops until i told few of them the secret and even showed some doubting Thomas.

I had to install for them too

Those PHED guys use to also think my prepaid metre was either faulty or I did a bypass until I had to explain my secret.

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Politics › Re: Check Out Cute Photo Of President Buhari And V.P Osinbajo Laughing It Out by CharlesPhc: 2:44pm On Jun 20, 2016

youngeagle:
Jokers...they should go to work,governance is not a nite of a thousand laugh.

Exactly my thoughts, There are alot waiting for his attention especially since he's been away for about two weeks. He should face his work and not his camera...!!

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 2:29pm On Jun 20, 2016

Dymaco:
Nice work

Thanks

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 1:50pm On Jun 20, 2016

happen2:
Thanks for this info op. What about if the ups is double or more , is it going to give more output and last longer

What makes the UPS last longer is not the UPS itself but the battery connected to it. You can double the battery instead but be sure the batteries are of same rating i.e 12V 100Ah connected with 12V 100Ah. If you plan to connect more appliances to the UPS then use at least a 1200VA UPS. No need to double the UPS. Not that it won't work, but just that the two UPS's would be sharing thesame battery

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 1:36pm On Jun 20, 2016*

PUSIDRILA:
Ohh, I wanted to try this power arrangement but I am not a tech savy guy, I needed physical help of an expert to put this together.

Ok, Why I called it a DIY (Do-it-yourself) project.
Discuss with any Inverter Technician in Lagos, they can assist with the physical setup and they know it works perfectly. That's my field of specialization. IT is what I do.

Best regards

Meanwhile I have another DIY project where you can convert an old Computer Web Cam into a powerful CCTV around your home or office.

It gives you extra eyes around your facilities, your home, your Nannies (taking care of your kids without them detecting you are watching what goes on when you are away), your pets (Animal farm, Fish farm etc) from the comfort of your PC and even remotely from the web.

It is also cost effective and with only about N40,000 you have 4 cameras working on your PC

Web Cam - N2500 X 4 = N10,000
USB to RJ45 Connector (using cat5 cables) N5000 X 4 = N20,000
One roll of Cat5 Cable N10,000
ISpy Connect Software on your PC = Freeware

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 1:28pm On Jun 20, 2016*

Your UPS would work perfectly as an inverter.

Its a money back guarantee...!!

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Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 1:26pm On Jun 20, 2016

Connect the Battery Cables from UPS to Battery Terminals (Red to +ve and black to -ve).
Connect External Battery Charger to Battery Terminals same (Red to +ve and Black to -ve) When the battery charger is powered on, it would charge your battery.
Connect a Power extension socket from your UPS outlet (the back of your UPS) to your TV, Radio, Computer etc.

Or contact an electrician to locate your ceiling fan, power socket and bulb lines from your building distribution box and connect directly to the UPS

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 1:01pm On Jun 20, 2016

PUSIDRILA:
OP are u resident in Lagos?

Port Harcourt Sir

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 1:00pm On Jun 20, 2016

kaeforum:
Those are big batteries , you forgot to mention the rating of the UPS, vis avis the battery that it can charge.

i doubt that the computer UPS can effectively charge a car battery .

650VA or better still 1200VA if you intend to connect more appliances.

The Computer UPS alone may not charge the batteries to full capacity that was why I added an external battery charger

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Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 12:50pm On Jun 20, 2016*

Elose11:
Good one op. But how do I connect the battery to d ups, then to my appliances?

See those two Red and Black cables coming out of the UPS?

Open the UPS, disconnect the 7AH battery inside the UPS and extend the cables to the length where it meets the battery terminals

Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 12:29pm On Jun 20, 2016*

This simple unit can power home appliances like fans, light bulbs, Tv, Radio and Computer for a whole day. You can then turn on a gen set for only 5mins to recharge batteries and run for another whole day non stop.

This saves your daily fuel consumption and electricity bills

Modified

Meanwhile I have another DIY project where you can convert an old Computer Web Cam into a powerful CCTV around your home or office.

It gives you that extra eyes around your facilities, your home, especially those Nannies (taking care of your kids without them detecting you are watching what goes on when you are away), your pets (Animal farm, Fish farm etc) and your office, shop or store from the comfort of your PC and even remotely from the web.

It is also cost effective and with only about N40,000 you have 4 cameras working on your PC

Web Cam - N2500 X 4 = N10,000
USB to RJ45 Connector (using cat5 cables) N5000 X 4 = N20,000
One roll of Cat5 Cable N10,000
ISpy Connect Software on your PC = Freeware

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Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 12:23pm On Jun 20, 2016

Pic

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Adverts › Re: Poor Power Supply: How To Generate Your Own Power from an Old UPS...!! by CharlesPhc(op): 12:14pm On Jun 20, 2016*

Things you would need:
1. An old but working UPS (650VA or 1200VA) - Free from any computer shop or technician
2. A Deep Cycle Battery from 38AH (Keke Nape Battery N9,000) to 100AH (Truck Battery N20k)
3. A battery Charger N6,000
4. System Fan for cooling of Unit N200

Total N15,200 or N26,200

That is all you need...!!!

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