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OK, so I think I understand your first comment better. I do already have an extension from my roof to my mechanical room where the inverter is. I will cut off the MC4 on the ends of the extension. Thank you and sorry for my ignorance. I thought in Will's video (previously referred to), he had an...

Or should I just buy a connector like this one: https://www.amazon.com/Renogy-Controller-Connector-Adaptor-Extension/dp/B00DGXVO80/ref=sr_1_19?dchild=1&keywords=mc4+connector&qid=1601871521&sr=8-19

I assume that would save me a few bucks. Would you mind sharing how you fabricated yours? If I do buy the adapter to the XT60, then I still need to buy and fabricate more components just to connect to the MPP unit. Could I cut off the XT60 connector and then connect the bare wires to the MPP?

My PV wires have MC4 connectors. In Will's video where he sets up a all-in-one MPP Solar unit, he uses XT60 connectors (minute 6:50). What about just cutting off the MC4 connectors and connecting them directly into the MPP Solar Inverter/Charger? Any other alternatives?

I am connecting my battery to my MPP Solar PIP1012LV-MS. I connected both terminals on the battery, then the negative to the inverter. As I touched the positive to the inverter, I got a spark. The inverter was not powered on. I checked the positive and negatives cables to verify I did not mix...

OK, I think I'm getting this. I will work on revising the diagram. Thank you!

Thank you for your time. I still need a little more info. What I am hearing is that I can connect the battery, but use the grid priority setting (which the inverter has). Now, any suggestions on how to cheaply connect to the grid? Is that where the Square-D interlock comes in?

This is interesting. First, what is UPS? So what I am getting is that I'm only going to be saving pennies if I connect the system to the house because it is so small. The battery suggestion is very insightful. Should I not connect the battery? Just put a trickle charger on it and then only...

Yes! The primary purpose is to power some LED lights and few electronics (phone chargers, laptop, router) during a power outage. My thought is that I might as well put the system to use when I'm not needing back up power. I've maxed out the budget I want to spend on this. If I am going about...

OK, I've changed the wiring size on the diagram and added the battery size. What do you think of the transfer switch/panel? Any other suggestions? Thank you so much.

I got the 6AWG cable from the list here. I did not size it (see attached screenshot) or link https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/all-in-one-solar-power-packages.html I'm not even sure I have the right manual. It says it is for models 1KV to 5KV. Is mine a 1KV? It seems to say a 4 or 8 AWG... So...

Thank you for the response. A responder on my previous thread suggested I post in the All-In-One Systems forum as members here would be more familiar with my system. Attached is a photo of the specs for the inverter. Thank you for catching the overheating issue. Would it overheat only if the...

I am over my head and I would greatly appreciate some help. I am trying to construct a supplemental PV system. I bought the MPP inverter charger, model PIP1012LV-MS. I also bought two 345W Q Cell. I plan on buying a battery, not sure which kind yet. The system is for a house that is also...

So delete the line?

I interpreted your comment to wire as such, so I have not reason. Any correction or additional comments would be appreciated.

Thanks for the comment. I guess the Battleborn lithium has an over-current protection. I'll add one in just to be safe.

Gnubie, before I head over to the All-in-one section, is the attached diagram matching what you are suggesting?

Thank you for the great suggestion, that makes total sense. Please, if someone has a diagram I would truly appreciate it being posted.

I am over my head and I would greatly appreciate some help. I am trying to construct a supplemental PV system. I bought the MPP inverter charger, model PIP1012LV-MS. Same as the one reviewed and recommended by Will Prowse on this website. I also bought two 345W Q Cell. I plan on buying a...