Correct, it's not for backup, my aim would be to store excess generated during the day and then power typically small appliances that are left on overnight (e.g fridge, router, server).
I'm willing to put up with a bit of extra cost to do this in order to reduce the amount of coal-fired power I...
Yes, I am looking for a low-power battery system to run overnight.
I should have been clearer. Not an all-in-one because I will leave the current PV array untouched. I'm looking at what small grid tied battery inverters are available. Of course, approved and installed properly.
Thanks, I'll...
Hello,
I'd like to add a small (~1kW battery inverter/charger 240V ac, single phase, Australia) system to an existing 3kW grid-tied PV system that is working well. I don't want to alter the PV system because "..if it isn't broken, don't fix it."
The reason I'd like a small bettery system is that...