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Re: Is 1.6 to 2.0 days autonomy enough?
If weight/volume is an issue, lean towards LiFePO4. Make your array removable so you can put it in the sun when you are somewhere for a long time. Definitely use an MPPT controller. A good b… (View Post)1 · -
Re: I guess it is Official... Northern California cannot keep the utility power on in sunny/warm weather
Personally I've been recommending battery backup (and non-battery backup systems) for years, but for most people, battery backup doesn't make financial sense compared to solar grid tie with … (View Post)1 · -
Re: Retired, Want to Go Off Grid Because of High Cost of Electricity
A few notes: Four years ago, my temporary (for fifty years) 100A service was upgraded to permanent 200A service and the improvement in punch and power reserve was noticed immediately. It's l… (View Post)1 · -
Re: Charge controller malfunctioning
The Voltronic Axpert MKS 3K-24 has a max input voltage of 75 volts. Your voltage at STP (25C) will be 75 volts. If it ever gets colder than 25C, then the voltage will be greater than 75 volt… (View Post)1 · -
Re: Small array grounding
Are those Arco Trilams? If so, I haven't seen any of those in 30 years! (View Post)1 ·