DIYSolarShed
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Hello all,
I am nearly complete in my install of a Sol-Ark 12K + solar panels + a Fortress 18.5 battery.
I had a local electrician here helping with the install, but there was one question that he was not 100% certain about (and I don't want to just guess... ).
Basically, what is the correct configuration for the off-grid load center in terms of a combined vs split neutral and ground bar inside the load center? This is a Square D QO 100A panel: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Square-...-Center-with-Cover-Door-QO816L100DS/100170999
Youtube says to split neutral and ground in a subpanel, but this is not really a subpanel (unless the Sol-Ark is considered the "main" panel??).
Just to confirm, there is zero grid tie, zero utility meter on this setup. The ground is being accomplished with an 8ft copper-clad rod.
Thanks in advance!
I am nearly complete in my install of a Sol-Ark 12K + solar panels + a Fortress 18.5 battery.
I had a local electrician here helping with the install, but there was one question that he was not 100% certain about (and I don't want to just guess... ).
Basically, what is the correct configuration for the off-grid load center in terms of a combined vs split neutral and ground bar inside the load center? This is a Square D QO 100A panel: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Square-...-Center-with-Cover-Door-QO816L100DS/100170999
Youtube says to split neutral and ground in a subpanel, but this is not really a subpanel (unless the Sol-Ark is considered the "main" panel??).
Just to confirm, there is zero grid tie, zero utility meter on this setup. The ground is being accomplished with an 8ft copper-clad rod.
Thanks in advance!