4 x 100 watt panels in series going to 40amp SCC I understand I don’t really need a fuse or breaker but I want a way to disconnect the panels from the SCC near the SCC. Was planning on using a two pole dc breaker but don’t understand how to size it? Also in the future I plan to add more panels...
Can anyone post photos/videos of the new “Adjustable Angle (25-45 Degree Adjustment)” every review I’ve seen is of the original design without this feature.
Can someone double check if these two are compatible I’m under the maximum VOC but the charge controller says 140watt maximum & the panel is 150watts thank you.
(Battery will be bioenno 12ah part # PVC, BLF-1212AB)
Genasun charge controller
Specifications: ^
Max. Recommended Panel Power...
I’ve been reading that PT 4x4 and unistrut is the cheapest/best way to make my own panel ground mount. Is there any videos or other sources you can link me to for DIY ground mount systems.
This is the description listed for $400 not sure if that’s each or for both what do you think.
“LIFEPO4 BATTERY MODULE 48V 100ah (TOTAL OF 2 UNITS)
these Units sell for over $1800 each, wit a grand total of $3600
I have not tested them because they were removed from a corporate office...
been researching SCC that have low temp cutoff/protection (so i can use budget lifepo4 batteries) these are the ones ive found so far
any victron smart SCC + smart battery sense $30 these look great but are expensive & rely on bluetooth ( i don't trust bluetooth i don't have confidence in it)...
For earth grounding(ground rod pounded into earth) my small 400 watt 24v system at a cabin What gauge wire should I use for the 2000 watt inverter & 40amp charge controller? I’ve read one size smaller than my biggest wire so that would be 6awg. I emailed the inverter they said 12awg & emailed...
Hello I’m trying to see if it’s possible to run a 12/24v dc mini fridge uses 90 watts no spike when the compressor turns on directly from solar panels. I’m thinking two 100 watt solar panels & some kind of buck transformer to make the power more stable?
Any help Innsite would be appreciated.
I...
Is there a source for used solar panels like the ones sold from santansolar but on the east coast NY would be best to keep shipping prices down or possibly pick up?
I always liked that the foldable panels(like jackery ect) had a 5v usb output directly on them what’s the best way to add this to a regular 100 watt glass panel?
https://www.earthtechproducts.com/mc4-to-type-c-cable.html
^ I saw this but it’s expensive & you can’t plug in the mc4 to anything...
Is there any downside of going with the self heating litime(cheaper) over the “smart” (low temp cutoff) version? In my application I require low temp cutoff...
Was looking at the Rheem heat pump water heaters & the EG4 Hybrid AC/DC Solar Mini Split. & that got me thinking does anyone make a heat pump DC/PV direct water heater? Ie no batteries or inverter just plug solar panels in?
Building my system on paper it’s going to be 400 watts with a 24v 100ah lifepo4 to start out. This is for a hunting cabin in the northeast that will be vacant in the winter time. So I need low temp cutoff protection I also want the system to be hands off so I would rather not rely on people...
When my fridge at the house needs to be replaced or put a fridge at my hunting cabin what’s considered the best choice for AC refrigerators for solar application? I’ve read digital inverter compressors but I’m looking for more specific brands & models.
Let’s say standard house size so 20-25...
I’m looking to charge my dewalt batteries directly from a 100-200watt glass solar panel
With there new usb-c pd charger. I found a buck converter that will work but it’s only 15w I’m looking for atleast 45watts any help?
USB-c buck converter I would just crimp mc4 connectors onto this...
Can anyone link some videos/channels on how to install mini splits & recommendations on what Vacuum Pump & manifold gauges flare tools ect to purchase thanks guys.
Getting conflicting info on wills website it states “If you use a Recommended Drop-in Lithium, you do not need to program anything. You plug this controller into your system, and you are done.” But the amazon reviews are all saying I have to put in a custom setting?
(If I do need to put in...
There are used 245 watt panels with a VOC of 37.7 each for $50 each on FB marketplace close to me. My plan was to use a MPPT SCC with 150voc max could I use 4x panels in series?
37.7 VOC x 4 = 150.8 VOC I was hoping this might be possible since the panels are used?
(Northeast USA NY it...
https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/2000-watt-24v-solar-system.html
^ In wills 24v system he used two 12v 100ah batteries in series. I’m not understanding the benefits of that over one 24v 100ah battery?
Is there any negatives to oversizing the charge controller on a 400 watt system 12v besides price? I was thinking about going up to a 60amp or 80amp charge controller so I could be more future proofed. I don’t mind spending more now so I don’t have to upgrade it in the future.
Hello I’m wanting to design a solar system to run a 7cu foot chest freezer. The DC sundanzer uses 800watt-hrs a day. Cost is $1900+ shipping homedepot special is $200 but I was having trouble figuring out how many watt hours per day it uses since I Dont own the freezer yet I can’t use a kill a...
Planning on building a 24v 2,000 watt system very similar to wills using 4 gauge wire for everything except the 24v to 12v buck converter & PV wire.
Do you think 10ft of red & 10ft of black 4gauge is correct or can I get away with less...