SignatureSolarJames
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Hi Guys, posting this from another thread, maybe we can get some argument on these points if there is anything I missed.
We have sold lots of both types and I would like to try to help compare with the info we have
So here are the comparative pros of each:
EG4:
-500v PV input means no combiner boxes needed and wire is 10awg, very cost effective and less labor
-8kw each in solar means you are set for up to 16kw
-13kw is better than 12
-91-94% efficiency vs 88% for LF
-Stackable is better than not
-208 3 phase capable, (hey that's cool!)
-wifi included with remote settings change
-UL1741 if the grid company comes whining
-I've lived off either, the surge on the 6500 is good, see the recent video with the 15A air compressor startup
-Shipping is dirt cheap
-3-5Year warranty depending on battery type vs 2 year on growatt
-Won't break your spine installing them (medical work savings $$)
Growatt:
-cheaper and easier to repair (higher failure rate in the early days but improving)
-MPPT voltage starts at 60v vs 120 if you are planning to only use a few panels
-cheaper overall cost (but you'll lose the perceived savings on freight, Wifi and buying an extra 7kw MPPPT to compete. Plus, wiring and combiner increases could be $400 before you consider your labor value. I would say as an installer I would view this approach as a loss of money for a new system)
-set to the voltage range of older systems for drop-in replacement
-One unit is kind of sexy (broken backs are not as much tho)
We carry both and would be happy to assist with either. lmk if I missed anything
We have sold lots of both types and I would like to try to help compare with the info we have
So here are the comparative pros of each:
EG4:
-500v PV input means no combiner boxes needed and wire is 10awg, very cost effective and less labor
-8kw each in solar means you are set for up to 16kw
-13kw is better than 12
-91-94% efficiency vs 88% for LF
-Stackable is better than not
-208 3 phase capable, (hey that's cool!)
-wifi included with remote settings change
-UL1741 if the grid company comes whining
-I've lived off either, the surge on the 6500 is good, see the recent video with the 15A air compressor startup
-Shipping is dirt cheap
-3-5Year warranty depending on battery type vs 2 year on growatt
-Won't break your spine installing them (medical work savings $$)
Growatt:
-cheaper and easier to repair (higher failure rate in the early days but improving)
-MPPT voltage starts at 60v vs 120 if you are planning to only use a few panels
-cheaper overall cost (but you'll lose the perceived savings on freight, Wifi and buying an extra 7kw MPPPT to compete. Plus, wiring and combiner increases could be $400 before you consider your labor value. I would say as an installer I would view this approach as a loss of money for a new system)
-set to the voltage range of older systems for drop-in replacement
-One unit is kind of sexy (broken backs are not as much tho)
We carry both and would be happy to assist with either. lmk if I missed anything
