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  • inverter to braker box.

    hey yall. so Will has that video on split phase ac-power box from his 2 inverters. this one to be exact https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/48v-complete-system-blueprint.html can someone explain how to run the same thing but using "one"..... 1.... only ( one ) inverter I know he has a double...
  • Eg4 6500ex issue

    Hey people need help I recently assembled the eg4 6500EX and I need info on why the PV is not giving any input.. I give it about 250voc PV. I will be connecting it to a larger array but I wanted to just run through the system set up. Here are some picks to help you see.. The system turns on and...
  • Busbars

    I've seen this done with busbars and with out. Does it have any impact on life or function of the battery? This seams to be the most minimal setup. Will this work good? Why, and why not? thanks
  • Eg4 6500ex grid charge

    Question.... I have a off grid system. But want to use grid charging when available.. it has a AC input and an on-board charger. How can I set it up to charge from grid? I'm having trouble figuring it out.
  • EG4 6500EX and the lifepod4 batterys

    Hey guys. I recently watched Wills latest video and he had his batteries set up in a different configuration. His pick is the first one This photo here is my system. What is the better way to have the connection between batteries done. I know that copper is pricey and would hate to cut a...
  • Capacitor pre-charge

    So who has the answers on this. I'm running the EG4 6500EX with the EG4 server rack battery if I turn off the entire system battery and all do I need to precharge the inverter capacitors befor I turn it all on again? I don't plan to run the system 24-7 I want to be able to turn it on and off.
  • AC panel wires

    Hey so need some assistance with installation of a panel and load distribution. https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/48v-complete-system-blueprint.html This page here above, I am using only one inverter and I want to run a panel for loads. Do I need to use a double breaker on the right side of...
  • Buss bar or no buss bar

    Hey my good people. Here is what I'm faced with, in building 2 identical systems. I am adding on extra battery to both of them, and need assistance in some wire setup. Here are my system with a bussbar scenario and no bussbar. The wires and network cables will be cut to fit properly and...
  • Battery hook up

    Can you guys please look at this and tell if I'm doing anything wrong here or will this work
  • Battery cable

    Hey, here is the question, I want to run a 2nd battery or 2 battery set up. Here is the photo of how I want to do it I'm running 2awg cable from the inverter to the battery directly, can I use 6awg wire to the busbars and 2awg from busbar to Inverter? Or can I just parallel the 2 battery...
  • 48v eg4 inverter and battery

    Need info on doing a 48v off grid system. I got the eg4 6500EX and the eg4 life power battery. Also got Solarever 445W Split-Cell Mono Solar Panels 445w x6. Can someone point me into what I need to run this off grid without shorting anything or destroying it. I plan to keep it as backup if...
  • Battery and inverters

    Can a eg4 6500EX inverter sit directly on top of the eg4 lifepod battery. I plan to pack it all into a toolbox that will hold them both with all the wires and stuff. I would use it while the box is open also will have fans circulation in the box. Will this be ok?
  • Battery and inverters

    Can a eg4 6500EX inverter sit directly on top of the eg4 lifepod battery. I plan to pack it all into a toolbox that will hold them both with all the wires and stuff. I would use it while te box is open also will have fans circulation in the box. Will this be ok?
  • RS485 cable DIY

    can anyone please help out with a photo of the RS485 communication cable sold by signature solar for their eg4 battery...... this cable in particular... https://signaturesolar.com/1ft-rs485-battery-comm-cable/ I have a ton load of cat cable and crimping tools and what not and would just want...
  • AC power connections

    Moring ya'll. here is the situation.. The wonderful tech support at signature solar is about as good as my 3 year old with a 4 stroke lawn mower motor. the eg4 6500 ex 48v inverter needs to have a way to draw power from the grid. The unit has a AC input and I'm trying to figure out the best...
  • Solar panels and wiring

    I'm planing to set up 6 panel string and want more info on my plan. I have 445w panels, about 11.5 amp, and 45 or so volt. My eg4 6500EX can handle 500 VOC so I'm planning just to connect them all. I will be connecting to a PV disconnect for safety. I want info on connecting and disconnecting...
  • error 61 in eg4.

    who ells has run into this dilemma? AC power is charging the..... eg4 lifepower 48v battery....., the inverter is in standby mode it is working good for 3-5 min, then flashes error 61 for a bout 3 sec. then runs for another 2-3 min and trips the AC braker. any info on that?
  • charging from grid

    Hi everyone I wanted to discuss charging. I want to use the EG4 lifepod 48v 100Ah battery. These battery's are connected to the EG4 6500EX inverter with an option to connect to grid for using grid power input to top them off if needed on a low sun day. Is using this set up ok, and will it work...
  • Eg4 6500ex and AC panels

    Hi can you guys please help me with knowledgeable info and assistance with wiring so I don't blow up the neighborhood. I am going to set up a eg4 6500EX inverter with one eg4 battery for now. I have the stuff needed to wire everything with disconnect switches and busbars. What I need help with...
  • Bigblue 28w.

    Hi everyone. Little background, I'm very familiar with AC power and DC power wires connections and pretty much know about electrical stuff. I've built solar power stations and yeah you get it I know stuff, maybe not as much but some. Anyway...... My current problems are as follows. Is have 2...
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