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    Voltage from panels ok?

    Hello, new small off-grid solar setup in progress. Have 4 100 watt panels mounted and wired in parallel, just checked voltage from the leads that will go into the charge controller and am getting a little over 20 volts, like about 20.3. I have a 30A Wanderer charge controller and just want to...
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    Reusing existing satellite mount?

    I have two Renogy 100 watt panels I was considering using a defunct existing satellite mounting for as it is in a decent location. It seems to be well attached to the framing under the roof. I haven't finished setting up the mount yet, just wanted to see what it might look like to start with...
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    Using battery bank with generator switch

    We have a Generac manual transfer switch installed in our house to use a gasoline generator for powering certain things like well pump, boiler heat, etc. Assuming the wiring, inverter, batteries, etc. of an off-grid PV system is capable of powering those items that are now wired through the...
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    Hi everyone!

    Just wanted to say hello and I look forward to any and all advice from members on our project. I have no electrical experience but sometimes we have power outages in our rural southern Wisconsin area and have decided to try a small solar backup power option for just some basic needs, short-term...
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