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    How to keep a battery running in 12 degree F?

    Hi, 1. I have an electric Fence (premier brand) and for the last few days we had rain and below 20 F temperatures. The AGM battery (SLA1104, 12V 12 AH) is flashing read almost all times. What can I do to keep it charged? Would battery blankets be enough for 20 F? If yes, can you recommend one...
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    split phase 240 load and 120 - energized at same time

    I am looking at this inverter, split phase. https://signaturesolar.com/eg4-6k-off-grid-inverter-6000ex-48hv/ Can I use a well pump @240V ( 2500W) and small load like a fridge 120V (300W) in the same time? How would I wire the output? I see it has 4 wires coming out L1, L2, neutral and...
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    HHS batteries - are they good?

    Anyone dealt before with https://sz-haosheng.en.alibaba.com/?spm=a2700.12243863.0.0.2ce83e5f6ptXJQ They seem to be a reputable seller and they sell HHS batteries. I got a good (I think) quote from them - see attachment What do you think / advice?
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    Solar system for a 2.4Kw Grundfos pump

    Hi, What inverter do you recommend in order to handle below well pump? It's a 2.4Kw - not sure how much would spike the inrush current. Do I need to size my battery bank for the in rush wattage or being only few seconds it does not matter...
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    48V or 51V battery

    I see batteries with 48 and with 51V - they are very close only 3 V difference. Which one should I choose? What dictates what voltage to be used? Is 48V made out of 15 cells and the 51 of 16 cells @ 3.2V? What good company you recommend for a power wall 5KW - being it 48 or 51V?
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    Combining a EG4-Ll 48v 100Ah with a DYI of the same parameters

    HI, I want to start small with a rack of 2 EG4-LL 48v /100Ah 5Kw battery. It will cost me $3400. In the future I want to build my own 16s1p such battery and to match the 100Ah cells. I intend to have 20KW built by myself 1. Is it possible to combine them for a larger rack capacity? 10Kw from...
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    affordable ground mount system for 30 panels / 450W

    Hi, Anyone here can recommend an affordable ground mount system for 30 panels / 450 W? My terrain is not flat, more like rolling hills with full South exposure. I would go with DIY system but county inspectors are active here and I am not sure if they will allow it.
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    Solar ground racking system with seasonal adjustment - 30panels

    Hi, Anyone can recommend a reasonable priced ground racking system for 30 large panels? Does tilt adjusting really make a good difference in overall solar power you get? Do I really need this feature or a fix system is OK. Thanks
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    Solar fan for a shed

    Is there a solar fan that can work directly with DC form solar panels? I want to avoid paying for an inverter and batteries. This will move air inside a shed to keep it dry and mold free.
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    energy efficient AC, powered by solar panels

    What's the most efficient (less power consumption) AC I can use in a shed? I am concern about starting power I need. Anyone here used few solar panels to power an AC? Is there an AC that can works directly with DC from panels? Thanks!
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