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@Adam De Lay I wanted to say thanks for posting your "Different Ways to Ignore AC Input on a Victron MultiPlus 2 Inverter" video. Link is below. I recently invested in the Victron ecosystem (MP II 48/5000, Lynx Distribution kit, Cerbo GX, SCC, etc). With one Multiplus running single...

Newbie question. Current setup and info One EG4 6500EX 6 Lifepower4 batteries 4kw PV array setup and working 6kw of panels waiting to be setup About 10 kwh used per day Have and connected grid power, but want to move all usage to solar or battery Is there a way to eliminate or minimize the...

Are there any inverters (AIO or piece meal approach (Victron?)) that have a programmable SBU function? I know the question is vague so here is my use case. I want my system to run on solar, a certain amount of battery, and utility covers the rest. For example, there is a 6kw load ( eg...

What are some things to look for when buying solar panels for diy ground mount? I want to steer away from voltage, current, and or physical size. I know for diy, you want to try and match up your inverter solar input (max VOC, max current, max watts) with the number of solar panels. I know...

Does anyone have a recommendation for an oscilloscope on Amazon? Looking for something for a beginner to check on my EG4 6500EX and keep in my "tool box". I have some mild flickering lights at times. Have not recorded on paper or took mental notes when it occurred, but I wanted to to begin...

Another newbie question. I finished setting up the EG4 6500 and connected one battery for a mock setup. I know it’s a royal pain to get the Wi-Fi to work / connect on the EG4 6500. Been at it for over an hour. I can get to the step of providing my Wi-Fi name and password but when going to...

I know this forum has been filled with colorful feedback on the 6500. I bought the kit - two 6500s and 30kwh Lifepower4 battery rack. System has been live with one 6500 for one month. Currently the second inverter is not used, just don't need the extra power or 240v split phase. The system...

Some newbie questions Current setup - Single EG4 6500EX - Second EG4 6500EX needs to be setup - 6 Lifepower4 batteries and rack - 8kw array - Grid is available but it's not connected - All circuits moved to critical load panel and it is completely separate from original house panel / load...

How do you remotely activate and deactivate the AC input (120v) to an EG4 6500EX? Currently I am using a wifi plug (Kasa) but that is limited to 15A. I wanted to use the grid to charge the 6 Lifepower4 batteries on low consecutive solar collection days. My understanding is that the 6500EX...

Where do / did you buy your BMS from a reputable retailer? I bought two Overkill 16S BMS ($160 each) from their website and one Daly 4s BMS ($60) from Amazon. The Overkill is priced higher but has an idiot proof warranty. I"m asking since I'm looking for something where the retailer /...

Before I actually connect my second EG4 6500EX in parallel for single phase 120v, I wanted to check by understanding. Better to ask before I make a mistake. Please advise and thanks in advance. EG4 6500EX settings Below are the notable settings and/or changes. All other settings for both...

I wanted to share my calculations to compute the cost to run a generator with gasoline, propane and natural gas. Previously, I was not able to find any reliable information on an inverter generator running natural gas and what information that I did find, used fuzzy math Each generator...

I was looking for a good 1000w inverter that runs on either 12v or 24v to build a DIY power station / solar generator. So far, I have found two safe and decent options that I can pickup easily and return if needed below. The Victron is on my wishlist. Any suggestions are welcome Renogy...

Need a safety / sanity check. For a DIY 16s 280ah battery with two rows of 8 cells (see picture), what is the voltage at cell 8? I want to place a 100A mega fuse between cell 8 and 9. I think the voltage would be half the total voltage or nominal 25.6v. The reason that I ask is the mega...

I’m trying to add some solar panels to my new Victron Smart Charge Controller 150 / 45 and connect it to my existing 48v off grid system (EG4 6500EX, 6 Lifepower4 batteries and 10k PV (yes its over paneled but still under max VOC). With my current setup and shade / trees, on an excellent winter...

First newbie question and more to come. I am looking at the Off-Grid EG4 System Kit. ✔ 2 x UL 1741 Standard EG4 6.5kW Off-Grid Inverters | 6500EX-48 - Split Phase Optional Output [120/240V] ✔ 6 x 5.12kWh EG4 UL Listed Lithium Batteries - 5 Year Warranty (10 year warranty with EG4-LL!) ✔...

I am looking to replace my one EG4 6500 with a Victron kit. Never used Victron before. Tired of mediocrity and want something that just works well. I am open to suggestions / critiques. Location: Northeast Ohio. PV array is oversized to compensate for shade / trees. Current system -------...

What are the 48v Lifepower4 battery setting when in closed loop communication? I think I heard or read somewhere, cannot remember where, that default soc of 20% is the shutdown threshold. I have one 6500 and 6 batteries. I have 3 more days of no sun. I want to charge (with grid or...

Another newbie question. I'm working on installing the dual EG4 6500s with 6 Lifepower4 batteries. I will install the 2/0 cables from each inverter to 300A standalone bus bar. I will install 4/0 cables from bus bar to battery rack bus bar. Can I safely mount the 4/0 cables with 3/8 lugs and...

Another newbie question. Is it possible to remotely view the voltage, amps and power coming from your PV array when your batteries are full? A better way to ask is .... How much energy am I not collecting because my batteries are full? Another angle is .... How to I optimize my PV energy...

Current system One 6500 in single phase 120 6 Lifepower4 batteries Old MPPT 1 has 2P12S Old MPPt 2 has 2P18S All PV are 170w Total pv array 10kw Quick observation. Swapping the PV did something to raise my total PV output. Not sure how and still processing the information. Any help to...

Looking to build my first diy 48v 16s lifepo4 battery using the grade B 305ah cells from 18650 battery store for $89 each. I like the JK BMS linked below. https://www.18650batterystore.com/products/jk-b2a24s15p-bms I have not ordered yet. Still working out some minor details. Questions and...

Another newbie question. I’m in the Midwest (Ohio). I have a pecron E2000LFP. Will be installing my dual eg4 6500 and battery bank over the course of a few weeks. Quick specs on E2000LFP 2kwh battery 2k inverter 4k surge Dual mppt 1200w max (really 2 x 600w max) My yard is full of trees...