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My 24V Growatt also calls for 2AWG with ring terminals, and the DC input terminals are also 6mm studs. I did quite a bit with 12V, so I have a lot of 2/0 cable laying around as well as 4,6,8,10 and 12 AWG, just no 2. My luck! Thanks for your input. I did get my WiFi dongle to work. It works...

I decided on Growatt as it has a very large installation base worldwide, and a very good reputation. Everything you need to connect several Growatt’s together is included. MPP charges extra for the parallel kit. After testing a provisional set up for weeks, I am very impressed with it. It is in...

Hi, I ordered two of the above mentioned batteries on Jan. 7th. They are expected to arrive between Jan. 22-29. I will give them a good 24 hours to acclimate before fully charging if needed. Once I am done, I will do a series of tests and post the results here.

So, for some bad news. The first battery did not meet the capacity. I cut the test at 2420Wh, and 9.49V. The battery BMS did not shut down. It just kept running. I was afraid to damage the battery, so I pulled the plug and stopped the discharge. I checked the smart shunt data logger, it also...

You all make it clear that solar is worth it. From the cost perspective to power independence and everything in between. How we have benefited is immeasurable. One of the aspects I have not mentioned is the value of our home. If for any reason we would decide to sell, and wanted to leave the...

I have both, and they both serve their purpose. I like to see the approximate capacity left in my batteries and also see the current and voltage. It lets me get a general idea of my SOC. I also have a Thornwave Smart Shunt (500A) that has a great APP for IOS and Android. It allows me to...

They are finally here. Here are a few pics. They are now unpacked and climatizing for at least 24 hours before testing them. I will do som etesting and post the results here when I am done. The batteries came packaged with two each mounting plates for server rack installation, screws and cage...

More bad news. The second battery has no low voltage cut-off either. I let it drop to 9.29V before pulling the plug. Strange numbers on this test for battery 2. At the time pulled the plug I had 210Ah, but 2428Wh. It is now charging for a second test. The first battery is fully charged, but the...

To my surprise, my Growatt system arrived an hour ago. I have it unpackaged and climatizing. I ordered the WiFi module with it as well. I am so curious and feel like a kid on Christmas. I will be spending time configuring a test system. I have batteries arriving Friday and still have to test...

The batteries arrived today on time per FedEx. The batteries were packaged well, although one box was open a little on the bottom. No damage, and they look great. I tested for a charge, and they are both at a stand voltage of 13.2V. The battery cases are a very strong ABS plastic, and I actually...

Jakiper has sent me a replacement BMS for my 48V/100Ah server rack battery. The RST button does not work and the battery cannot be turned on/off or be reset. It is also the battery that alarmed on installation. I have my battery open, disconnected the BMS from the cells, and now after going...

I ordered the East Tester ET 5410 and it arrived in two days. I was super surprised as it is has long delivery times right now. I put it to the test last night on a battery I recently purchased to verify my previous testing. I also have a smart shunt with data logging, and it always seemed to...

I just recieved a call from the logistics company that the batteries were found and will be delivered to me sometime today. Thank you Will for your intervention and help. I thank everyone for your very helpful tips and support. I will be letting the batteries stand for at least 24 hours to...

I agree. They are identical with the Ampere Time Plus 200Ah battery. I have two of them, and decided to try these as a lower cost alternative. Not looking so go so far. I am hoping for the best.

When you configure the Quattro for your system batteries, internal charger and inverter, it then controls the VE SCC to optimize charging, and supplying power to the Quattro for loads. The settings you configure under Victron Connect to your VE SCC are ignored, and all aspects of the SCC are...

Go to this link and read the warning I posted for all Jakiper battery owners and those who have ordered them. VERY IMPORTANT! https://diysolarforum.com/threads/jakiper-customer-service.33904/post-436366

Nice job! I really like the Victron Inverter/Chargers. They are so flexible and allow for really complex configurations to meet your needs. The only downfall is the configuration learning curve is a little steep at first. Once you know what you want to do and where to find it, it is very fast...

Here is the reply that I got from Jakiper: Hi Jon, We checked with the shipping company in afternoon, they are locating the goods, and will continuing tomorrow and then give us the reply. As per our understanding, we recieved the complain about the billing issue, and just relized that might be...

I escalated it to Amazon immediately. After negotiations between Amazon and CHINS, they paid the return and sent me Parcel labels. I shipped them today. As for the refund, I saw to it that they did an immediate refund, and once I had the funds, they sent me the labels. In exchange, I had to...

Thanks for the info. Waiting now for a sale that actually gets the price down a little to grab one. They always send emails for sales, but the price of the AC 200 Max is always $1899.00 sale or not.

These ecosmart's are great. Instant hot water, and REALLY hot. I installed a bypass valve so that I can switch to either the ecosmart's or the main hot water line. One of the ecosmart's was installed in the secondary bathroom, I bought a hose with shower head and attached it to the sink. The...

UL listing is only needed for a system that is "Grid Tied" with net metering. My system can only draw power from the grid. It cannot feed into the grid (no net metering). It is not considered "Grid Tied", and therefore the UL listing is not needed. That is how we were able to get around that...

Before I jump the gun, I am recharging the battery, then I am going to attempt to over charge it and see if the BMS cuts off at 15v per CHINS parameters. I will then calibrate my smart shunt, and perform the load test again and note the results from the load tester and the shunts data logger. If...

My EG4 LifePower4 batteries ID addresses have been set, and they are connected to each other with standard Ethernet patch cables per the RS485 ports. The two EG4 LifePower4 BMS's communicate to each other. The Cerbo GX cannot communicate with the EG4 LifePower4 batteries. I don't know if the EG4...

It is called a "Single Adjustable Angle Brace Fitting" Do a search with that to find the best deal. Here is where I bought mine: https://www.toolsboltsnbits.com/shopping/index.php?main_page=advanced_search_result&search_in_description=1&keyword=Adjustable+Single+Channel+Brac

I already contacted Ampere Time about warranty documentation. However, before I purchased the batteries, Ampere Time gave me the contact information for their California offices that deals with U.S. warranty issues. The offices are in Hawthorne and Compton, California. They deal with the...

Battery #2 testing is complete, here are the results: Actual 2647.76Wh - It is rated at 2560Wh Actual 214.79Ah - It is rated at 200Ah Here is something I would like to add. The numbers above are from my load tester that I bought on Amazon. I am not quite sure how accurate it is. I also had my...

I completed my wiring today and got mine up and running less the solar array. I am setting up my panels in the driveway every day till I get the mount built. I installed a Thornwave smart shunt with data logging to keep an eye on the Growatt. I will take a look at it every day for a while, but...

So here is an update. My solar array cannot be built and installed until the city approves the zoning. So, until then I have my panels standing in my yard supported by PVC pipes cut to length and secured with PVC pipe clips. All the work I have done as far as PV array has been undone and they...

I didn’t interpret. I was forced. Do you think I voluntarily went and asked to be inspected and paid for permits??? Wow.