EG4 6000XP Released, ordered. Let's Go!

[Markus_EG4]

How can it go head to head with the 6500ex when it's been sunset?

The video mentions needing a 5/16" drill bit and going 2" deep for the expansion bolts but it appears to show drilling into drywall and attaching with screws... (I put my newb following youtube hat on for that one)
How can you clamp the PV to ensure it's less than 17 amps if the AC and DC breakers are off?
How many watts does each burner on the stove pull?... That's a 6kw standard dryer? 240V or 120V air compressor? I really question that test. Impressive if legit.
For your next video you should have a pip showing energy use during the test.

I must say it has some nice features for the price point. I really hope it succeeds and is available for years to come.

When you decide to release a 12kw or greater single unit I'll gladly fully abuse it for you.

That air compressor is 120v with a 5.5hp motor on it. I use it in R&D its what i call a inverter killer. If it can start that its ready for America baby

 

[#40Fan]

At the 1:50 mark, I think you're still making it confusing for people.

 

[timselectric]

In the video, "Like the 18k" ?
They don't sell an 18k.
It's confusing enough for the customers. They really should know their own products.

 

[Danke]

She did say 18KPV

 

[timselectric]

She did say 18KPV

Nope
2:40

 

[Danke]

Nope
2:40

0:40

But sometimes the pv is silent…

 

[timselectric]

0:40

But sometimes the pv is silent…

It appears that everyone has trouble remembering the stupid name.
Even their own people. lol

 

[ChrisG]

Overall, the video on these units was impressive. Even in single mode, didn't see any surge dip in the lights with compressor then dryer running.

 

[Zapper77]

Overall, the video on these units was impressive. Even in single mode, didn't see any surge dip in the lights with compressor then dryer running.

"Visually" I see less dimming running 2-6000xp than I do with the 18Kpv in off grid mode.

 

[ChrisG]

"Visually" I see less dimming running 2-6000xp than I do with the 18Kpv in off grid mode.

Weird since they're both 12k setups.

 

[Farm Boy]

"Visually" I see less dimming running 2-6000xp than I do with the 18Kpv in off grid mode.

In relation to the dimming, have you experimented using 2 18kpv's running together?

 

[Quattrohead]

So if one was running a single 18K PV totally off grid and pondering whether it would always be able to handle it or add a second, would it be better to order three or four 6000 XP and set those up instead?
What if anything would you actually lose?

 

[Gavin Stone]

So if one was running a single 18K PV totally off grid and pondering whether it would always be able to handle it or add a second, would it be better to order three or four 6000 XP and set those up instead?
What if anything would you actually lose?

You’d lose a bit in idle consumption. Otherwise the xp seems just as capable in most areas. A bit weaker in line balancing.

 

[Zapper77]

In relation to the dimming, have you experimented using 2 18kpv's running together?

I only have 1-18Kpv

 

[ImAnIdiotPleaseBePatient]

I have a question for those using their 6000xp (or xp’s) as the grid input for their 18kpv:

since even in a non-export mode, brief pulses of power will backfeed into the AC output of the 6000xp when a large load turns off in the house, can this damage the 6000xp(s)?

 

[zanydroid]

Not sure but I think any power source needs to be able to deal with inductive kickback anyway from motors. Are the kickback from loads turning off really worse?

 

[Zapper77]

I have a question for those using their 6000xp (or xp’s) as the grid input for their 18kpv:

since even in a non-export mode, brief pulses of power will backfeed into the AC output of the 6000xp when a large load turns off in the house, can this damage the 6000xp(s)?

The XPs simply reverse and push the dump load into the batteries. I'll check if I uploaded a video showing this.

Note: this isn't an officially supported setup.

 

[ImAnIdiotPleaseBePatient]

The XPs simply reverse and push the dump load into the batteries. I'll check if I uploaded a video showing this.

Note: this isn't an officially supported setup.

Wow that is pretty cool.

 

[zanydroid]

That bodes well for this platform being able to support AC coupling in the future.

LXP has a couple other inverters with good track record of reversing, too.

 

[AZ Solar Junkie]

Yay - finally have a shipping label created by CC today for my 6000xp ordered back on 10/30. ?

I'm especially glad since my current EG4 3000 EHV unit acquired a problem somehow - I can only charge it from (or even have it connected to) the grid if I turn off the inverter. It worked perfectly for a few months, and then one day the inverter turned off and it had a fault light with an over voltage error code. I eventually discovered that if I disconnected the grid input, the inverter works perfectly and also charges from solar, and if I turn off the inverter I can connect the grid input and charge it from AC when needed, but I can no longer have it connected to the grid and have the inverter on at the same time. So strange. I also found that the AC input terminals have 120 volts from line to ground - but only when the inverter is on. I connected an LED smart bulb connected to the AC input terminals to see if there was any actual power behind the voltage, and it was enough to light up the bulb. Argh. I have no idea why it would be fine for months and then suddenly have this issue.

After I replace it with the 6000xp I'll try and work with SS on the 3000 unit, but I did open up the unit to put the N-G bonding screw in place to see if that would make a difference (it didn't). I hope I didn't void the warranty by doing so.

 

[HighTechLab]

finally have a shipping label created by CC today for my 6000xp ordered back on 10/30. ?

It has been frustrating to say the least to get our hands on inventory...we really do appreciate your patience though! Feel free to call us if you have any issues or need help getting it setup.

 

[AZ Solar Junkie]

It has been frustrating to say the least to get our hands on inventory...we really do appreciate your patience though! Feel free to call us if you have any issues or need help getting it setup.

Thanks Dexter - no problem. I know you guys are at the mercy of the inventory you can get from EG4. ??

At this point I think the only information I don't have yet is what "customer code" to use when setting up the monitoring account with EG4.

 

[HighTechLab]

Thanks Dexter - no problem. I know you guys are at the mercy of the inventory you can get from EG4. ??

At this point I think the only information I don't have yet is what "customer code" to use when setting up the monitoring account with EG4.

Since you purchased through us, use "Current Connected".

 

[solarenvy]

What happened to @solarenvy ?

Ordered, received, and sitting in the box until I get time to set everything up :/ In the meantime I ordered a 2nd 6000XP to parallel, which is backordered until late Dec. Also had to trench some conduit and get the ground mounts started.

This is all happening at my cabin 2.5hrs away so I have limited time to do actual doing.

 

[doox00]

If you have 4 of these together will that increase its startup load capacity (large amp draw), meaning running 220v shop equipment, 40 amp 220v welder etc or is that still limited to what just one of these can do?