Recent content by Skinny76

Were you able to do this with the total eclipse? I see where you had mentioned trying to get those results also.

I would say if you are in a place you don't require permitting and are wanting DC lighting so you don't have to run the inverter 24/7, then go for it. Problem is those long runs and finding the dc voltage lights you are looking for outside of 12 volt. Definitely need a buck converter like you...

I just received 27x395 watt panels. The delivery was canceled for Friday the 8th and rescheduled for Tuesday the 12th. They came straight from Texas to Memphis to Huntsville, but after the schedule change, they visited somewhere in North Carolina and Atlanta. The pallet was heavy. When I...

I'm in agreement on the price. There needs to be a lower entry point. I have a commute less than one mile and drive 200 miles in a single day, maybe twice a year. I'm not against EV at all, but how about a simple concept with normal door handles, isn't connected to the cloud and has heat and...

Well, I have been wishing to have 200 kWh of storage. Maybe by 2025, I can dollar cost average down my total capacity. Then I won't feel sick when I calculate my sunk costs!!!

I have been building my solar system using my shop as a test bed for 4 years now. I just purchased a 40 acre inholding in a national forest, on a river and is 3 miles from the nearest power pole. Fully wooded and about to get the septic and well dug. Clearing 4 acres for solar and cottage. This...

That is what I'm thinking I'll do. I like how my plywood/threaded rod construct works to keep everything secure, but it is a pain to make for just a small 12 volt setup.

This is the first prefab battery that has gotten my attention. I have always built my own 280AH packs, but the water proof- heated option and capacity got my attention. Never cared for 100AH server rack. They didnt offer anything I couldn't easily do myself and save money.

I agree. I just ordered another 4x280AH as spares from where i have already bought 56 cells over the last 2 years or so and paid $570 that includes $90 in shipping.

Alabama here too. The PV is all over the place, but it was a better day than most. At least you can make out the bell curve.

Meant to mention the solar input breaker is being replaced with this one.

I got the batteries from Amy that is talked about on this forum a decent bit. I have bought from her before. Shenzhen Luyuan? I think that is right. I actually think they might be a little cheaper now. Bought through Alibaba. I bought the BMSs from overkill solar.

Hello all. I just wanted to show the set up I'm currently testing in my shop for a cabin that is planned as soon as property is purchased. I did this first because I wanted to have it figured out before the stress of purchasing and building the off-grid cabin my wife and I have been wanting...

Sorry for the late reply, but that is the one. It still occasionally shuts off, but has never cut off under load. It is stationary, so movement isn't the issue. I think I just got handed a learning experience. Worse case is I cut it open, fix it and just keep the cells out of the case. I'll...

Ok. This battery keeps shutting down for no reason. Temp and voltage is OK. The BMS must be messed up. I can't recommend this to anyone. Better options out there.