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Thanks for asking but I think I will save my questions for a different post. In fact, while waiting for a reply from SS I have found many options to consider that answer my questions here on this forum. What I really needed was some reassurance since I'm not gifted in the electrical or solar arts.

I've purchased 26 panels, 4 inventers, and 6 batteries, etc. and I can never get any help from them. The one time I got help was a year ago on the phone. Be prepared to wait. Their email support is useless. They will key in on one thing and bail on the whole email. Buying from them is easy...

What is the status of the balance problem? It would be really nice to know work was is in progress?

I had problems with EG4 batteries staying in balance but believe it's been fixed. 6 EG4 48v 100 AH LifePower4 batteries installed in the rack with + - connected at top of buss bar. I moved the neg cable to the bottom of the buss bar and upped the cable to 2 gauge. So far, it's running...

I have two growatt 48v 3K's. That's disappointing they wouldn't protect themselves and shutdown.

How are you overloading the inverter?

Now I have two 3k's running in parallel single phase for 6k total. The two 3K in split phase wouldn't be enough for everything. I need to add more panels. And you can't run 3 units in split phase. Any other option than replacing the 3k's with 5ks'?

I have two 3K growatt's connected in parallel now. They are running 120v. All is working good now. What I'm thinking of doing is adding another system so I can run the 240v circuits. My plan is to have the two 3K's run the 240v and get a new 5K to run the 120v. But I'm not sure if you can...

The battery specs are EG4 Lithium battery 51.2V (48V) 5.12kWh with 100AH internal BMS. I should have said the circuit breaker goes between the batteries and the growatt-inverter

MY Growatt's call for a 100 amp 60 vdc circuit breaker. But I can only find 100 amp 12-48 vdc. Are these ok?

We have winters here. It can be <10f easy at night and <20f for a week. I plan on insulating and finishing out the shed. It's about 12'x10'.

I'm looking at a temperature controller and heating pad? https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HXM5UAC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I can't find a thread on protecting the equipment from freezing. Everything I find is about batteries while charging. I'm planning my next project with the equipment in our shed. Growatt says to keep it above freezing. What direction should I be looking for a solution? Thanks

Again, I'm new to this. But I believe there are better ways to connect the SCC and Inverter to the batteries. I believe the way you have them connected will cause the batteries to become imbalanced. Hopefully, someone will comment on this.

Newbie here. I made this mistake. If you did your wiring again, make sure the lugs, washers and nuts are in the right order. As I found out, a lock washer makes a good resister.

The battery racks seem the way to go and cheaper.

Are these about the same Ah? 8x50Ah 12v = 1x100Ah 48v rack

Midnight Solar may be an option MN5048DIY doesn't seem to be UL listed.

I'm worried about things like home owners insurance. I don't know all the answers. I don't know all the questions!

Will's video using the Growatt and a 48v battery rack, so simple. I got started buying the parts but I'm stuck on Growatt. I know to get the US version but it's not UL listed and it has me worried about code violations... I've been looking around and it's hard to find a substitute. I've found...

I’m new to this but yes! The panel V must be supported by the charge controller and inverter

I have a Victron 150-45. Would that work better for me? Victron Energy SmartSolar MPPT Tr... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B36X8LP?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I'm measuring the V at the output side of the combiner box, right before the CC. The voltage is also shown on the CC, There is a load on the system. ps It's been working well for 6 months. The high of 600w comes from 28V x 21 amps. These number are read from the CC screen. Charge Controller...

I have a 24v setup (27-28 usually) that can jump to 50v. The highest values I've ever seen are 21 amps and under 600 watts. I've measured the V output from the combiner box to verify what the charge controller is showing. Is something not working in the combiner box? Any help is appreciated...

RV dashboard :) Doing some custom work? Along with some math/physics homework. Stay strong!

Has anyone tried something like this to limit startup current? https://www.canford.co.uk/CANFORD-AC-MAINS-POWER-INRUSH-CURRENT-LIMITER

Thank you for taking the time to help! I interpret this as: Ground the Panels to it's own earth ground. Ground the CC to the house ground?

I'm reading the manual for a Victron MPPT 150 - 45 SmartSolar Charge Controller. I just would like clarity on grounding. In the manual is says don't connect the charger to a grounded PV array. I must not understand that statement. I have a combiner box with a ground and lightning protection...

I've been looking at this myself, but I don't like that it gets stuck at 60v and having to reconnect the solar charger every day. (n)

I couldn't find links to data pages. I've listed links to each product page and the specifications. 8 x 195W, 12V Monocrystalline Solar Panels https://www.eco-worthy.com/collections/solar-panels/products/195w-12v-monocrystalline-solar-panel Rated Power: 195W Open Circuit Voltage (Voc): 21.6V...

Thanks for the good ideas. I like the idea of orienting some panels more towards morning. :) I believe that's 2s4p. 4 pairs of 2. I've got to learn the new lingo.

The controller is inside. So, it must be the current.

Hello everyone. Thanks for all the information on the forums. I've been reading for two days now. Another expensive hobby! With so much to learn. Here is what I've bought so far. Mostly from a kit. Monocrystalline Panels 8x200w, 4x2, 24V. Combiner box, 60A max, 250V max in/out, surge...