I live in Cape Town, South Africa. I am a pensioner so have very little spare cash. I built a 24v 50ah battery with BMS with 4 * 100w solar panels connected in series with Victron solar charger and a 3000w chinese inverter. This gets my 2 small fridges and freezer running while the sun shines. We have power outages all the time called "load shedding" between 2 and 4 hours at a time. I am going to upgrade the battery to 24v 200ah when I have saved the money, probaly in 4 months time, then save for a 48v system.
Great viewing.I just got my hybrid solar system installed ,and its awesome ,monitoring the portal all the time on my phone and knowing polluting ,unsightly power grids are no longer going to be my prime reliance on energy is about as satisfying as it gets.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the hybrid solar system! It's great to hear that you're enjoying the benefits of clean energy. If you're looking for a reliable portable power solution, I highly recommend the Segway Portable PowerStation Cube Series. With its massive capacity, versatile sockets, and fast recharging capabilities, it's perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and RV lovers like us. Plus, its armor design and waterproof technology make it suitable for any adventure. Check it out!
Hey fellow outdoor enthusiasts and RV lovers! I recently came across the Segway Portable PowerStation Cube Series and it seems like a great backup power solution for our outdoor adventures. With its massive capacity, powerful output, and fast recharging capabilities, it can keep our devices and appliances running for extended periods. Plus, its waterproof technology and comprehensive protections make it perfect for any adventure, rain or shine. Definitely worth considering!
Hey there fellow outdoor enthusiasts and RV lovers! I recently watched the video on "What Size Solar Battery Do I Need?" and wanted to recommend the Segway Portable PowerStation Cube Series. It has a massive capacity, powerful output, and fast recharging capabilities, making it perfect for our outdoor adventures. Plus, its waterproof technology and comprehensive protections are a great bonus. Definitely worth considering for extended power on the go!
I was really looking forward to a suggestion on helping me determine what size solar battery I need for my home. Directing me to a local solar installer and letting me know there is a calculator being developed is not very helpful to me.
Non profesional input here. Do you want 18kwh (total energy storage) If you want 18 kwh storage you may have to consider the ff. Battery type (Lead, Ni-Ca, Li-Po) System configuration (12v, 24v, 48v) Approximate loss (Powerloss in conversion) Prefered Backup (If you need power for medical, security, fridge, and comunication) Avg power usage (assume combined discharge for entire day) Peak power discharge (appliance more than 1 kw) There might be more, but these are what I recomend looking out for.
Think there was a different reason for systems without a battery. A there weren't any and B if there was a battery available the ROI was 40 years iow too expensive. They have become a little cheaper but not at a pricepoint where they should be.
Hi Peter. On average, a solar battery installation can cost between $9,000-$14,000. However, battery storage systems qualify for the 30% federal solar tax credit. The best way to compare prices for batteries is to look at the cost per kWh. You can read more about it on our blog here: www.solarreviews.com/blog/solar-battery-buyers-guide www.solarreviews.com/blog/is-solar-battery-storage-worth-it-given-current-solar-battery-cost#solar-battery-cost
Psst. There is NO SUCH THING as a "solar battery". Just thought you should know. This is gonna be hard to listen to. I have shore power with my rent, but I have built a nice solar system and can live unplugged. 2400w of active solar in 2 arrays (1160 and 1200) with 1600Ah of lithium. Victron MPII 12v 3000 120 with a pair of 150\70's, BMV 712 smart and a CERBO. Backup power comes from a nice quiet little Honda EU2000i that gives me 1120w. I used 9.7Kwh today but it's usually more like 15Kwh.. Your calculator isn't working..!
I live in Cape Town, South Africa. I am a pensioner so have very little spare cash. I built a 24v 50ah battery with BMS with 4 * 100w solar panels connected in series with Victron solar charger and a 3000w chinese inverter. This gets my 2 small fridges and freezer running while the sun shines. We have power outages all the time called "load shedding" between 2 and 4 hours at a time. I am going to upgrade the battery to 24v 200ah when I have saved the money, probaly in 4 months time, then save for a 48v system.
Great viewing.I just got my hybrid solar system installed ,and its awesome ,monitoring the portal all the time on my phone and knowing polluting ,unsightly power grids are no longer going to be my prime reliance on energy is about as satisfying as it gets.
Thanks Freddy. Great to hear.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the hybrid solar system! It's great to hear that you're enjoying the benefits of clean energy. If you're looking for a reliable portable power solution, I highly recommend the Segway Portable PowerStation Cube Series. With its massive capacity, versatile sockets, and fast recharging capabilities, it's perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and RV lovers like us. Plus, its armor design and waterproof technology make it suitable for any adventure. Check it out!
Don't bother watching. The website doesn't work anymore. Just sits there "retrieving results".
Works for me and it is pretty accurate.
Hey fellow outdoor enthusiasts and RV lovers! I recently came across the Segway Portable PowerStation Cube Series and it seems like a great backup power solution for our outdoor adventures. With its massive capacity, powerful output, and fast recharging capabilities, it can keep our devices and appliances running for extended periods. Plus, its waterproof technology and comprehensive protections make it perfect for any adventure, rain or shine. Definitely worth considering!
Hey there fellow outdoor enthusiasts and RV lovers! I recently watched the video on "What Size Solar Battery Do I Need?" and wanted to recommend the Segway Portable PowerStation Cube Series. It has a massive capacity, powerful output, and fast recharging capabilities, making it perfect for our outdoor adventures. Plus, its waterproof technology and comprehensive protections are a great bonus. Definitely worth considering for extended power on the go!
Corded power tools only list one number in AMP's, is it usually the starting or running AMPS???
any calculator for australia ??
I’ve got 2 48v battery banks , 1 - 280Ah & 1 - 40Ah & I started building 1 - 320Ah my BMS ‘s are DAILY 15S 120A
Hi. What is the brand of the wood fire place in the background? Thank you. Frank.
I was really looking forward to a suggestion on helping me determine what size solar battery I need for my home. Directing me to a local solar installer and letting me know there is a calculator being developed is not very helpful to me.
Quite informative. Thanks
Thanks Kimbo
Tried the tool and the progress bar just sits once compleated. Also it seems to be doing a LOT of work just for me adding a zip code....seems sketchy.
same
Worked fine for me and looks pretty accurate.
What if I already have solar panels and I want to add batteries. How do I determine how many batteries to get?
How do you calculate 18kw solar needs 45kWh?
Non profesional input here.
Do you want 18kwh (total energy storage)
If you want 18 kwh storage you may have to consider the ff.
Battery type
(Lead, Ni-Ca, Li-Po)
System configuration
(12v, 24v, 48v)
Approximate loss
(Powerloss in conversion)
Prefered Backup
(If you need power for medical, security, fridge, and comunication)
Avg power usage
(assume combined discharge for entire day)
Peak power discharge
(appliance more than 1 kw)
There might be more, but these are what I recomend looking out for.
Think there was a different reason for systems without a battery. A there weren't any and B if there was a battery available the ROI was 40 years iow too expensive. They have become a little cheaper but not at a pricepoint where they should be.
How much is one battery
Hi Peter. On average, a solar battery installation can cost between $9,000-$14,000. However, battery storage systems qualify for the 30% federal solar tax credit. The best way to compare prices for batteries is to look at the cost per kWh.
You can read more about it on our blog here:
www.solarreviews.com/blog/solar-battery-buyers-guide
www.solarreviews.com/blog/is-solar-battery-storage-worth-it-given-current-solar-battery-cost#solar-battery-cost
EG4 batteries are the most economical right now.
For me the more power the better cause each day is different
Might use more power might not.
I want off grid power
Simple, if you want to save money running off batteries, reduce your usage so you need fewer batteries!
The calculator never finished retrieving results. It’s broken.
Dont go with the installer at @10:37 lol 😂
Been on retrieving results for 8 minutes
fire in background
So what ? Wood is most renewable resource.
Solar calculator stops at 'Retrieving results' and takes forever to get even that far...😢
What does the size of battery you need have to do with solar power? The battery size should be obvious from your power needs in the home.
is that Wayne Rooney?
Psst. There is NO SUCH THING as a "solar battery". Just thought you should know. This is gonna be hard to listen to. I have shore power with my rent, but I have built a nice solar system and can live unplugged. 2400w of active solar in 2 arrays (1160 and 1200) with 1600Ah of lithium. Victron MPII 12v 3000 120 with a pair of 150\70's, BMV 712 smart and a CERBO. Backup power comes from a nice quiet little Honda EU2000i that gives me 1120w. I used 9.7Kwh today but it's usually more like 15Kwh.. Your calculator isn't working..!
Hello forest
Papa smurf! In real life!
Why does the calculator take so long? There’s no reason it should take a whole minute in 2024.
$94k saving in 25 years only problem equipment will not last 10 years
Doesn't work
First four min of video, hey did u know people get upset in blackouts so stupid
WHY ARE YOU BOUNCING?? I can't watch you. I had to shut off my monitor and just listen! Sorry, I do appreciate your content. Just can't watch it.
@thebig2182seriously
Lol you tripping
Anyone this company is closed down anyway
He is not your blogger
Just an ordinary engineer explaining things
Boring