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  • Re: Reverse Photocell?

    EstragonEstragon
    Something like this? https://www.amazon.com/HIGHROCK-Photocell-Switch-Photoswitch-Sensor/dp/B019BR5Y3U/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?keywords=12+volt+photo+switch&qid=1569161768&s=gateway&sr=8-2
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  • Re: Should I get a Prius type vehicle?

    EstragonEstragon
    Yup. I remember Alan Greenspan pontificating on the terrifying prospect of a US NG shortage not so long ago. IMHO, down cycles are kind of a good thing. Like the coming of winter, they remind you tha…
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  • Re: Schneider Conext SW 4024 Help

    EstragonEstragon
    In fairness to Schneider support (and certainly deferring to those who know Schneider stuff far better than I do), it's possible the device itself will accept a 0ah bank size and behave as described,…
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  • Re: Inverter size relative efficiency.

    EstragonEstragon
    92% would be maximum efficiency. Operating efficiency could be much lower. For example, you could have an inverter using 40w just being on, running a 5w load. 40w x 24hrs is ~1000wh vs a 5w load (5x2…
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  • Re: BatteryMinder

    EstragonEstragon
    Hitting the bank with a longer and/or higher voltage absorb isn't going to increase sulfation, it's going to prevent it. IMHO, the trade-off to doing so is water loss and grid corrosion. Either (sulf…
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