It started here: https://diysolarforum.com/threads/new-system-layout-issues-qs.37210/
I have a few finishing touches still but I have 27 Longi 505w panels, 8 Shoto 48v100Ah batteries, a Sol-Ark, and a bunch of Tigo TS4's.
About to buy a Sol-Ark 15k and 3x9 Longi 515w panels. Some parts of my strings might experience shading during the day during some seasons and I have an RSD requirement since they're roof-top. My ex-electrician recommended Solar Edge S505 optimizers but before going ahead with my order, I...
I have an existing home in the forest. I recently acquired a portable office type building with an integrated 20kW 3phase-208 diesel generator. I rewired the taps on the generator so it is now split-phase 240.
Currently we experience approximately 10-15 grid outages per year, some of them as...
Starting a new thread because I created confusion by hijacking this thread: https://diysolarforum.com/threads/n-g-bonding.80429
In that thread I posted photos of my meter set-up: https://diysolarforum.com/threads/n-g-bonding.80429/post-1032841 I apologize for creating confusion.
A few folks...
Discovered this the unpleasant way, while up on my roof.
In short (pun not intended) I discovered 240vdc present between the ground bar in my Sol-Ark 15k, and the MPPT + terminals, if the 'DC' switch is turned 'ON'.
This has the unfortunate "side effect" of making my entire roof be 240vdc...
I'm still in the "read and learn" phase of my build. I've also met with my power company to discuss reconfiguring my pole and so forth. Planning some trenching. Applying for gov't grants. etc.
I've managed to acquire a handful of Narada 48npfc100 batteries previously from telecom use so I...
This is a new system that I've just finished putting together. I have a few minor things to do still (Gen hookup, Gen start, etc).
System config is:
* 27 x 505w panels.
* Tigo TS4-A-O optimizers/RSD
* Sol-Ark 15k
* 8 x 100AH Shoto telecom rackmount Lifepo4 batteries
Yesterday I reconfigured...