Can I use a Nomad 200 with Yeti 500x?
If so, how, and what do I need to connect and make sure I don’t overcharge the Yeti 500x? The specs for 500x says max input of 180 watts but also shows charging time for a Boulder 200 at 3-4.5 hours. So can I use the Nomad 200 to charge the Yeti 500x and if so, how? Thx
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Hi, I was wondering if an authority from Goal Zero could please respond to my question. Can a Nomad 200 safely be used with a Yeti 500x and if so how? Much thanks!
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This post may help
Can I use more watts of input power than my device is rated for? — GOAL ZERO COMMUNITY
You will need an adapter to convert the HPP to 8mm for the 500X.
Does that help?
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Thanks for the response but that post/reply and one other both seem to only answer how to physically connect two different types of ports but both are unclear nor answer if the Nomad 200 can be used safely with the 500x. That’s all I want to know :-)
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The key part of the FAQ that helps define if a solar panel and a power station can be safely paired is "As long as the input source is within the acceptable Voltage range,"
From the Nomad 200 product page:
SOLAR
- Rated Power: 200W
- Open Circuit Voltage (Voc): 23.0V
- Maximum Power Point Voltage (Vmpp): 19.1V
- Cell Type: Monocrystalline
From the 500X product page:
PORTS
- USB port (Output): 5V, up to 2.4A (12W max), Regulated
- USB-C port (Output): 5/9V, up to 3.0A (18W max), Regulated
- USB-C PD port (Input/ Output): 5-20V, up to 3.0A (60W max), Regulated
- 6mm port (Output, 6mm): 12V, up to 10A (120W max)
- 12V car port (Output): 12V, up to 10A (120W max), Regulated
- 120V AC Inverter: 120VAC 60Hz, 2.5A (300W, 1200W surge) (output, pure sine wave)
- Charging port (input, 8mm): 13-22V, up to 10A (150W max)
The upper limit before damage happens is actually 25V DC so they should work...
I have not personally tested this, let me ask around if anyone here has.
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Thanks!
