I found a Xantrex 2.5 kw grid tie inverter (stxr2500 early 2000s) and a couple of 100w panels on the side of the road. I’ve recently built a 8’ x 12’ shed into which I am moving our walk in refrigerator. I can fit 5 panels on the south side of the roof and i will already have wiring, a breaker box and disconnect on the building so I’m considering using that old inverter and buying new panels to get near 2.5 kw. This would be a trial run before i put a 24 panel system on my garage.
Other than the lower efficiency of the older inverter is there any reason not to use it assuming it’s perfectly functional?
Is there a reason to get a reverse meter when putting in solar other than the obvious I won’t get credit if the solar ever produces a surplus?
I’d rather just put this in to get a feel for it without all the red tape unless there is a safety concern. I assume the grid tie inverter disconnects during a power outage? Thanks for any advice you can give.
Sven
Other than the lower efficiency of the older inverter is there any reason not to use it assuming it’s perfectly functional?
Is there a reason to get a reverse meter when putting in solar other than the obvious I won’t get credit if the solar ever produces a surplus?
I’d rather just put this in to get a feel for it without all the red tape unless there is a safety concern. I assume the grid tie inverter disconnects during a power outage? Thanks for any advice you can give.
Sven