Cabinfever
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I have narrowed my options to the set ups below. I already have a 425W Qcell panel purchased. I have $1200 (Canadian) budget now for the unit/units. I have minimal space in which to put a system, hence going this route for my off grid cabin.
My needs are: Run a new Unique 6 cf. DC fridge, LED lights, cell booster, charge phones and that's it. I have done calculations and I will be fine with either set up so I don't need to discuss that. If I need to power vacuum, chop saws etc. I will start my inverter generator. Either choice below has the auto transfer switch which I need for switching back and forth from solar to generator.
Option 1 - ($1000 Canadian to door) 24 Volt Midnite Solar MN3024DIY Inverter/Charger with MPPT (Hybrid All in One) Yes they appear to be another rebranded unit, I have read and watched all there is to read/watch on it and all the other popular Hybrid units but Midnite answered the phone on the first ring, put me thru to a Tech who answered a few questions I had, could speak my language and even though only one year warranty at the moment, I am sure they will either guide me to rectify any issues or replace the item swiftly if I have any issue. From what I read, nobody else will do that. The unit appears to cover all the bases I need.
Option 2 - 24 Volt Renogy 2000 W Inverter Charger (or Aims) ($700 Canadian to door) coupled with a decent MPPT SCC (say $200-$300 Canadian to door) . This option I believe will also cover all the bases I require, including the auto transfer when more power is required or to charge batteries. Renogy = issues with no support, not honoring warranty, inability to even pick up a ringing phone lol. Yes I know that going with more expensive options would be best but again, my needs are small, my wall space available is small and right now so is the budget.
Is there anything you see as to why you would choose one over the other besides the obvious of 2 separate units are better than one if replacement is required?
Many thanks for any and all advice in advance.
My needs are: Run a new Unique 6 cf. DC fridge, LED lights, cell booster, charge phones and that's it. I have done calculations and I will be fine with either set up so I don't need to discuss that. If I need to power vacuum, chop saws etc. I will start my inverter generator. Either choice below has the auto transfer switch which I need for switching back and forth from solar to generator.
Option 1 - ($1000 Canadian to door) 24 Volt Midnite Solar MN3024DIY Inverter/Charger with MPPT (Hybrid All in One) Yes they appear to be another rebranded unit, I have read and watched all there is to read/watch on it and all the other popular Hybrid units but Midnite answered the phone on the first ring, put me thru to a Tech who answered a few questions I had, could speak my language and even though only one year warranty at the moment, I am sure they will either guide me to rectify any issues or replace the item swiftly if I have any issue. From what I read, nobody else will do that. The unit appears to cover all the bases I need.
Option 2 - 24 Volt Renogy 2000 W Inverter Charger (or Aims) ($700 Canadian to door) coupled with a decent MPPT SCC (say $200-$300 Canadian to door) . This option I believe will also cover all the bases I require, including the auto transfer when more power is required or to charge batteries. Renogy = issues with no support, not honoring warranty, inability to even pick up a ringing phone lol. Yes I know that going with more expensive options would be best but again, my needs are small, my wall space available is small and right now so is the budget.
Is there anything you see as to why you would choose one over the other besides the obvious of 2 separate units are better than one if replacement is required?
Many thanks for any and all advice in advance.
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