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  • Post in thread: All in one vs separate inverter/charger for first system?

    I can mostly get behind your numbers. When I check a calculator for my sun hours you are right in there, peak summer is about 6 and lowest in winter just under 2. I am not as worried about running fridge and freezers during winter, those would be okay in their location(garage and lightly heated...
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    Yes that could be a good solution, I am looking for that balance between affordability and what I want to power. The needs and goals are mostly food storage during summer and heat via woodburner fan in winter. I do have a small gas generator that can be used, and some way to input that in dire...
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    So what is the general consensus on an all in one inverter/charger vs separating the two pieces of equipment? I'm look at adding a small solar backup, 5-6kw worth of battery and 1400w worth of panels, would I be best off buying going with something from MPP or buying pieces individually and...
  • Post in thread: All in one vs separate inverter/charger for first system?

    So what is the general consensus on an all in one inverter/charger vs separating the two pieces of equipment? I'm look at adding a small solar backup, 5-6kw worth of battery and 1400w worth of panels, would I be best off buying going with something from MPP or buying pieces individually and...
  • Post in thread: All in one vs separate inverter/charger for first system?

    Haha! I knew I would get the "depends" answer. I am looking for something efficient and somewhat simple. I work full time in the utility sector and have 6 kids plus a mini farm, so ease of use is important to me. I am thinking of this backup serving double duty to run my 2 chest freezers and...
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