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Good Day @Will Prowse , Recently some questions have been posted to me that would make for a really Good Video & Guide regarding interconnecting "Rack Style" battery packs. We see several variations with their connectors, to busbars or "daisy chained" cabling and so on... Interestingly...

I just wanted to post a Big Thank You to @Will Prowse for setting up watermarks on the images. As some are aware, I have made and use several graphic images and shared that with folks here. I must say I was surprised to see my stuff "out there" (well not really) but others using & taking...

Good Day everyone, I read a few different sites and have been aware that this type of product has been in the works. There have been other variants on this theme but this is different, so I felt it appropriate to let RV & Marine Folks know about these. I could see other applications where...

Good Day Everyone, I have been researching TDT-BMS systems which are similar to PACE, SEPLOS but have added functions & capabilities of their own. There is a fairly wide choice of BMS' plus accessories (LCD or Colour Screens, BlueTooth, Active Balancer module, etc) ANY Feedback / Experience...

Good Day Folks, Well here we are in April 2023 and things are changing fast post "Covidus Interruptus" and good things are happening ! Prices stabilizing and even going down in some sectors (not food sadly), new bigger, better & more capable products including BMS'. After converting all of...

Hello again folks, I am writing THIS Thread to try and capture various issues related to the JK BMS', in particular issues with the FirmWare and APP Software. This is NOT about how someone wants the UI or general harangle over over minor issues. I have been doing other systematic tests with my...

Hello everyone, For those involved with JKBMS' this is a concerning issue that has popped up over the last few builds (after 4.9.2). The APP will not install or upgrade on Android 11 or 12, I don't know about Droid 13 or lower versions. I have been in contact with Hankzor and have left...

I just built two more batteries (1x 24V/105 utility pack & 1x 24V/280AH) with the same BMS' from a batch that I used in my battery bank [JK-B2A24S15P]. All BMS were bought at one time. I granted permissions for Location, and paired ONE new battery for testing purposes before putting it into my...

Good Day fellow DIY'ers. I am using several JK-BMS's which have Bluetooth as well as RS485 comms. They provide a BT App that can connect to the separate BMS' from a single menu. I've decided to "Experiment" with a different method of monitoring the BMS' via BT as opposed to RS485. Scenario...

General FYI for Everyone (should be stickied). We are all aware that Battery Makers make changes & updates over time BUT there are "Gotcha's" and many Vendors are NOT Forthcoming with the subtle differences. With regards to the EVE LF280 Family, there ARE differences to be aware of. The center...

Good Day, Just came across this New Product from Growatt which competes with Bleuetti & Others and may be of interest. It certainly has some pretty darn good features & functions. *NB* Battery Chemistry NMC ! $1,399.00 Sale, Regular price$1,599.00 1512Wh Capacity & 2000W Output - Power wider...

This Posting addresses into the Important MInutia which can & often does create confusion & misunderstandings that result falling into the Proverbial "Rabbit Hole". This is the Simple Straight up FACTS, just like what "Gravity" is and how it works. This is not a discussion or Debate Thread for...

Intro: BMS SoC and system SoC readings are always a source of great debate and even great argument(s). This Posting addresses MANY of the issues not considered, nor weighed and delves into the Important MInutia which can & often does create confusion & misunderstandings that result falling into...

This is being changed from another Posting to THIS Thread. Some slightly more detail will be added to the 1st-3 posts are reserved for that. This is not for Argument, Debate & the usual Petty Nattering/Bickering, Thank You. JUST the FACTS ! Luyuan Technologies is a Privately Family Owned &...

I was brought into hospital... I'm in intensive care isolation. Failing lung with severe infection and heart infection & more. I'm COVID CLEAR so in isolation to protect me. From other patients. I am sorry but I not a cell phone person. All my work is on home workstation. I will pop in as...

INTRO: I have debated posting this for a while until I got everything tweaked in and working as best as possible. The End Result is Gobsmackingly Good ! I cannot speak for other SCC and such as each is different & unique in their own ways BUT this may likely be a Good Reference. Civility &...

Windows 10 Failed to install 0x800f0831 Reference Link: June 14, 2022—KB5014699 (OS Builds 19042.1766, 19043.1766, and 19044.1766) (microsoft.com) Version: OS Builds 19042.1766, 19043.1766, and 19044.1766 Sub-Notice #4 5/31/22 REMINDER Windows 10, version 20H2 reached end of service on May...

I am posting this in General, move if needed as "technically" this is not directly "Solar Related" but will affect Solar Componentry as well. While this may not concern some, this is essentially a Heads Up for many others. US Crackdown on Forced Labor in China Risks Further Supply Chaos Article...

New LFP battery maker plans to establish gigafactory in United States By Kelly Pickerel | March 8, 2022 SOURCE: Solar Power World Online American Battery Factory (ABF), a new lithium-iron phosphate battery maker, has announced plans to develop gigafactories in the United States. “We talk a...

FedEx driver dumped packages at least 6 times into Alabama ravine, sheriff says By Tina Burnside, CNN 1 hour ago (Nov.30.2021 13:0o EST) https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/us/fedex-driver-dumped-packages-at-least-6-times-into-alabama-ravine-sheriff-says/ar-AARjbia?ocid=msedgntp

Good Day folks, I am now very seriously looking at these JK BMS' (common rebrands in title) after watching several review vids (Good Job Andy BTW) and doing my own digging into them. Ref to Andy's 1st vid that caught my eye on these. Can't help but love the Exhuberance. Small backstory: I...

Florida legislature considers ending solar net metering By Kelsey Misbrener | November 23, 2021 Legislation filed yesterday in the Florida Legislature aims to end net metering for rooftop solar customers, effectively shutting down this key sector of the state economy and undermining energy...

Andy from Andy's Garage is calling out Will Prowse, I feel will needs to Address this, ASAP and let the Fun Begin. ;-)

Briggs & Stratton Acquires SimpliPhi Power: Enters Into Energy Storage System Market Acquisition Expands Business to Offer Broad Range of Energy Storage Solutions MILWAUKEE (September 7, 2021) – Briggs & Stratton announced today it has acquired SimpliPhi Power, a California-based...

Well, I just got "Challenged" to Verify with Captcha just to view the forum. THAT'S NEW ! Not particularly sure if that sends a good message or not. Seems the "personality" of this forum is changing and not sure if it for the better. Ohhh well...

What can I use to separate my LFP Cells and/or line my metal box with to protect my cells ? There are many creative solutions and yet some are downright dangerous (incorrect material for task). The "PROPER" Material for such an application is Epoxied Fiberglass Sheets, specifically, FR-4...

Story LINK : The Top 10 EV Battery Makers CATL, LG Chem, and Panasonic control 69 percent of the market LAWRENCE ULRICH 25 AUG 2021 5 MIN READ Boomtimes in Batteries It's a great time to be a battery maker: The world could see 145 million electric vehicles on roads by 2030, versus 10...

General Motors has announced it is recalling ALL Bolt & Bolt EUV Battery Packs from 2017 to Current due to Defects within the packs which have resulted in several Fires ! Of course they blame LG and accept no responsibility for their own failure on QA Validation & Testing. It IS the GM Way ...

Good Day Folks, I thought I should pop in this update for anyone interested in Midnite Solar products. They have been working on Inverter/Chargers and other products and these new items are just coming available now and some of it is Game Changing for many applications. New DIY Series Solar...

Well as we have all heard, Ford & GM have entered the EV Race and are finally coming out with real EV's. Ford threw down the Gauntlet on Pickup Truck Battle now with the new Lightning F-150 which has Vehicle to Grid & Vehicle to Home so it can run tools & equipment and even your house if need...

May 14, 20216:47 AM EDT EXCLUSIVE Tesla in talks with China’s EVE for low-cost battery supply deal -sources Reuters SOURCE: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/exclusive-tesla-talks-with-chinas-eve-low-cost-battery-supply-deal-sources-2021-05-14/

Tesla’s shift to LFP cells for Megapack batteries heralds an energy storage revolution BySimon Alvarez Posted on May 4, 2021 Canaccord Genuity analyst Jed Dorsheimer recently noted that Tesla has shifted to cobalt-free lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries for its flagship energy storage...

I dunno if anyone here played with RC Models in the day, those that did probably encountered The Tamiya Wild One (what a blast to play with)... Well this has now turned into a Real Driveable EV Ride ! Pre-assembled or Assemble it yourself KIT ! and NOT CRAZY PRICED either. Link to Little...

Just posting some information for people to have as a Reference for comparison purposes. The information below relates to the New Powerwall+ effective May, 2021. I am unaware of the cost of these units as such, they are no longer sold individually, only with a solar installation. So what...

Just answering a post and no problem but then this happened ! A Refresh failed to fix it, a Ctrl F5 Reload also failed. Other sites came up fine but this did this for about 5 minutes and now back to normal. Something is stressing out somewhere.... Maybe the Squirrels & Chipmunks are sick of...