Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
The Anker Solix expansion battery port is not just a dumb DC connector — and that changes everything about this hack.
In this follow-up Q&A, I answer the biggest questions from the original Anker Solix hack video, including whether the OEM expansion battery is required, whether 51.2V server rack batteries can charge and discharge in the same setup, where the fuse should go, and why I didn’t just open the power station and tap directly into the internal battery leads.
⚠️ DIY battery work can be dangerous. This video is for educational purposes only. Use properly rated wire, fuses, connectors, tools, and protection for your setup.
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Chapters:
0:00 Anker Solix Hack
0:31 Question #1
1:56 Questions #2
4:24 Questions #3
4:55 Questions #4
6:20 Questions #5
7:35 Questions #6
8:18 Have you tested this yet?
#AnkerSolix #PortablePowerStation #LiFePO4 #ServerRackBattery #BatteryBackup #DIYSolar #SolarBattery #OffGridPower #EnergyHacks #TheresATrickForThat
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Disclaimer: Due to factors beyond the control of There’s a Trick for That, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. There’s a Trick for That assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. There’s a Trick for That recommends safe practices when working on machines and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of There’s a Trick for That, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not There’s a Trick for That.
The Anker Solix expansion battery port is not just a dumb DC connector — and that changes everything about this hack.
In this follow-up Q&A, I answer the biggest questions from the original Anker Solix hack video, including whether the OEM expansion battery is required, whether 51.2V server rack batteries can charge and discharge in the same setup, where the fuse should go, and why I didn’t just open the power station and tap directly into the internal battery leads.
⚠️ DIY battery work can be dangerous. This video is for educational purposes only. Use properly rated wire, fuses, connectors, tools, and protection for your setup.
Watch the full Anker Solix Hack Video: youtu.be/9fkLFjnaeo8
Watch all my Q&A videos: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-2uuHDasQcoD59X1P7eHg6erZe6eAKTJ
NEED HELP? Ask me a question and get a personal in depth response: ko-fi.com/s/8d8df1880c
OR
Sit down for a personal 1-On-1 hour long video consultation with me and I’ll provide answers and insights to anything you want to ask me about from this channel: ko-fi.com/s/dd139831a7
All donations get 100% re-invested in the channel:
buymeacoffee.com/theresatrickforthat
🔍 Looking for something specific? Search across hundreds of my videos — way better than YouTube search: https://tatftsearchapp.netlify.app/
Chapters:
0:00 Anker Solix Hack
0:31 Question #1
1:56 Questions #2
4:24 Questions #3
4:55 Questions #4
6:20 Questions #5
7:35 Questions #6
8:18 Have you tested this yet?
#AnkerSolix #PortablePowerStation #LiFePO4 #ServerRackBattery #BatteryBackup #DIYSolar #SolarBattery #OffGridPower #EnergyHacks #TheresATrickForThat
Affiliate Disclosure
As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no cost to you! Thanks for your support!
Disclaimer: Due to factors beyond the control of There’s a Trick for That, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. There’s a Trick for That assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. There’s a Trick for That recommends safe practices when working on machines and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of There’s a Trick for That, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not There’s a Trick for That.
