Recent content by Shaman

Thanks so much awesome advice 😄

https://www.generators-direct.co.uk/product/hyundai-dhy8000selr-diesel-generator-long-run/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw2uiwBhCXARIsACMvIU2xjOhBbvrlUhcnUdglC2UHAyNW3o2DROK2g7Hen8sTMYWHg4n13xgaAlcSEALw_wcB This is what I am thinking. I would probably not ever run more than 3kw at same time in...

Would you elaborate on the generator options to research? I work from home part of the week in a workshop which uses high wattage tools. I was thinking of separating this off as a separate circuit on a diesel Hyundai generator which could form the backup generator with auto switch somehow?

Sorry I missed this post, much appreciated and great advice

Thanks for the answers they are well thought out and given me much to think about.

I am working towards being as off grid and self sufficient as possible on my property. The house is a thatched cottage and cold as heck in the winter! I currently have oil heating and am half way through installing a solid fuel/wood Rayburn which will provide winter heating, hot water and...

Can you recommend an over specified inverter model that allows for growth of system? Be nice to be intelligent in terms of functionality.

Wow thanks for the detailed replies I will digest these now..

Thank you. But what would I need (that forms part of system later) to manage the battery?

Hello I live in a village in the UK. My goal is self sufficiency before retirement. I am in the planning stages of sorting out solar and batteries. My end goal is to be off grid, but this will take time due to funds allocation! I need to build the system slowly. What would be an ultimate...

Thanks. Any recommendations on used batteries or Powersafe etc

Not yet, seem so expensive

So would generator switchover be separate?

Thanks for taking the time to help out. Glad I found the forum!

Which models should I look out for do you think? I’m not set on Growatt, just seen them.