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Battery, Solar & Off-Grid Experts in Eugene, OR

Build your own off grid energy system with Mac's Batteries. Shop off grid components, off grid DIY parts, batteries, inverters, chargers, and solar gear for reliable energy systems.

1943 Serving Eugene
40+ Battery Sizes
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Mac's Builds

Real off-grid and lithium systems we've put together — photos and component lists from actual builds.

Example complete 12V off-grid system wiring board with inverter, DC-DC charger, MPPT charge controller, bus bars, fuse block, and disconnect switch
12V July 2026

12V Off-Grid Starter Build

A reference board we use to walk customers through what a complete 12V off-grid system looks like — inverter, DC-DC charger, MPPT controller, bus bars, fuse block, and disconnect, all wired together.

RV under-seat battery compartment with lithium batteries, inverter, DC-DC charger, and AC transfer boxes wired together
12V July 2026

RV Whole-Coach 3000W Build

A 12V RV build sized to run the entire coach — a 3000W Renogy inverter, a 900Ah LiFePO4 bank across three 300Ah batteries, a 100A charging system, dual AC transfer boxes, distribution bars, and heavy Temco cable throughout.

Portable power pack built into a rugged ToughSystem tool case with battery, monitor display, and fuse block wired together
12V June 2026

DIY Portable Packout

A compact, portable 12V power pack built by one of our DIY customers — a 300Ah Bluetooth LiFePO4 battery, Renogy shunt and distribution bars, a 40A charge controller, and a 2000W Renogy inverter, all packed into a rugged, grab-and-go tool case.

12V portable power build mounted on a wood board in a truck bed with battery, DC-DC charger, fuse, and disconnect switch
12V May 2026

12V Truck Bed Portable Build

A simple, portable 12V truck bed build — a 300Ah battery, a 30A LiFePO4 charger, a Renogy 40A DC-DC charger off the alternator, a fuse, and a disconnect switch, mounted on a board that sits right in the bed.

Under-floor RV compartment power system upgrade with inverter/charger, Webasto heater, battery bank, and fuse panel wired together
12V May 2026

Japanese RV Upgrade

A 12V power system upgrade for a Japanese-import RV — a 300Ah Bluetooth battery, distribution bars, a safety switch, a Renogy 2000W inverter with transfer switch, a 55A LiFePO4 charger, and an AC transfer box, all fit into the coach's under-floor compartment.

12V power system wiring in a Volkswagen van conversion with EPEVER MPPT charge controller, Renogy DC-DC charger, Renogy 1000W inverter, and Blue Sea fuse block
12V October 2024

VW Van Conversion

A 12V power system build for a classic Volkswagen van conversion — a 200Ah Bluetooth BMS battery, an EPEVER MPPT solar charge controller, a Renogy 20A DC-DC charger, a Renogy 1000W inverter, and a Blue Sea fuse block, all wired into the van's cabinetry.

Are You a DIY Person? Let's Build Your Off-Grid Solution

Renovating a van? Converting a bus? Installing solar on your RV or home? Bring your vehicle, power goals, or parts list and we'll work through your DIY off-grid project together.

Free Battery & Alternator Testing

Walk in during business hours. We'll test your battery and alternator at no charge — and if your battery needs replacing, we can install a new one for you right on the spot.

DIY Off-Grid Energy Systems

Build your own off-grid solar or power system with our help. Custom setups for DIY off-grid projects, RV conversions, van life, home backup. Inverters, charge controllers, micro-hydro, wind, and custom cables — we guide and build it with you.

Battery Recycling

Over 95% of lead batteries are fully recyclable. Bring us your old batteries — we'll make sure they're recycled the right way.

Wondering About Lithium?

Lithium batteries last 3–5× longer than lead, weigh 1/3 as much, and offer far more usable capacity. Our 12V 100Ah and 170Ah LiFePO4 drop-in replacements for Group 24/27 come with Bluetooth BMS for easy monitoring.

  • Built to last 10+ years
  • Bluetooth BMS (iPhone & Android) for monitoring
  • Much lighter — same charging system as lead (LiFePO4)
  • Charges significantly faster than lead
  • New, used/tested, off-the-shelf, and custom builds

Quick Comparison

AGM Lead Lithium
Lifespan 3–5 years 12–15 years
Weight Heavy 1/3 the weight
Usable Capacity ~50% ~95%
Upfront Cost Lower Higher

Solar Panels & Classes

We stock new and used solar panels — all used panels are fully MPPT tested. Mac's also hosts solar classes from beginner to advanced. Come learn the basics of DIY off-grid solar to power your life, your van life, your RV, or your custom project. Call and get signed up today!