after my inverter died, i put in a "GE 100 Amp 240-Volt Non-Fused Emergency Power Transfer Switch" that i got from hd. $184 just need to get the "GE PowerMark Gold 4-Hole Grounding Bar Kit" that doesn't come with it. This way if the inverter ever dies, just flip the one switch to transfer the sub panel back to the main breaker. Great setup!
@@Steveoffgridsolar sol ark 12k. its been in service 3 years. The key to longevity they say is to keep your continuous to 70% or lower. So when it blew, I didn't realize this but when my inverter switched to TOU and started using battery power at peak time, i was charging a friends car. Combined with solar production, it was maxing out my continuous pass through use. We turned the toaster on and after a minute or so it blew. It should have shut down but i suspect it was due to one leg pulling more amps than the other leg and it didnt shut down properly.
Nice setup. I have 2 arrays for 2 different solar mini splits. Then will have separate arrays for the main power for house. Still saving for them. Cam only get there a little at a time. My plan is to have house totally off grid and only use grid power as backup to charge batteries as needed. Thanks for sharing......Jeff
I did my 9000 watt DIY 10 years ago. Grid tied. I pay nothing for power. One year ago I installed another 2,180 watts of off grid. This reduces my base load and I get enough credits to cover my NG bill. I get minus 40 C/F here.
Yes, I looked into wind, but the numbers didn’t add up to make it worth the money. Also, the height of the windmill was an issue. I think it was recommended to be above the roof line by 30 or 40 feet.
The short story is production this year will be around 13,000 kw. At .43 cents per kw that’s $6,600 savings per year. Cost for the system not counting the wood structure to mount the panels is about $16,000. So at .43 cents per kw about 3-4 years for payback
I was thinking about adding the transfer switches... but i went on limb and connected the outputs straight to the house breaker panel. Is that the watch power app? I can't get it to complete the setup process.
Yes it’s the power watch app. If you have the same MPP as me try calling Ethan at watts24/7 he is a very knowledgeable guy and knows everything about the inverter that I have
Yes I have one 24k mini split in the garage that runs straight off of dc solar panel and ac when needed them have a 12k mini split in my bedroom. The mini splits are awesome and your right the seer rating is 22 compared th the central ac seer is 15-16. I do prefer the mini splits because of the hear option in winter. The central ac uses 3000-4000watts so it’s not to bad. But it cools the whole house down real fast.
I paid the price of the AC bypass turned off last night when the whole house shut down. My issue is the AC bypass eats up 2 kwh/ day just to leave it enabled. I put it in utility only powers the load and in OSO mode (utility is not supposed to charge the batteries) but it charges them anyways and at the 40c/kwh we are paying I said forget it. Got to install more panels and double my 10 kwh battery.
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I applaude you for achieving what every man wants, independance from crooked utility companies out there. way to GO!
Thank you
Wow, $0.62/kW is crazy. Great job on this install.
Our base is 40c/kwh and peak is 1.5x that if you are on that plan.
Ouch on your electric bill. I like the system looks clean and you can see the care you have taken to do it right.
Thank you
after my inverter died, i put in a "GE 100 Amp 240-Volt Non-Fused Emergency Power Transfer Switch" that i got from hd. $184 just need to get the "GE PowerMark Gold 4-Hole Grounding Bar Kit" that doesn't come with it. This way if the inverter ever dies, just flip the one switch to transfer the sub panel back to the main breaker.
Great setup!
How long did your inverter last and what brand was it?
@@Steveoffgridsolar sol ark 12k. its been in service 3 years. The key to longevity they say is to keep your continuous to 70% or lower.
So when it blew, I didn't realize this but when my inverter switched to TOU and started using battery power at peak time, i was charging a friends car. Combined with solar production, it was maxing out my continuous pass through use. We turned the toaster on and after a minute or so it blew. It should have shut down but i suspect it was due to one leg pulling more amps than the other leg and it didnt shut down properly.
Great video! Very informative, thanks for sharing with us!!!!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Nice setup. I have 2 arrays for 2 different solar mini splits. Then will have separate arrays for the main power for house. Still saving for them. Cam only get there a little at a time. My plan is to have house totally off grid and only use grid power as backup to charge batteries as needed. Thanks for sharing......Jeff
Sounds great!
What state are you in? I'm in North East Texas..
California
Great job explaining your system.
Glad you enjoyed it
I did my 9000 watt DIY 10 years ago. Grid tied. I pay nothing for power. One year ago I installed another 2,180 watts of off grid. This reduces my base load and I get enough credits to cover my NG bill. I get minus 40 C/F here.
Wow, are you still using lead acid or do you do convert over to lithium iron
@Steveoffgridsolar before the new Nema utility was the battery.
Have you ever thought about wind power, or a flywheel set up with magnet assist ? Thx
Yes, I looked into wind, but the numbers didn’t add up to make it worth the money. Also, the height of the windmill was an issue. I think it was recommended to be above the roof line by 30 or 40 feet.
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@Steveoffgridsolar thx 4 reply, what about that wheel, possible to set something up like that to help power the batts... i was thinking
Do you know how long it will take to recupe the cash spent to build and install????how many years to pay off compared to yearly cost.
The short story is production this year will be around 13,000 kw. At .43 cents per kw that’s $6,600 savings per year. Cost for the system not counting the wood structure to mount the panels is about $16,000. So at .43 cents per kw about 3-4 years for payback
I was thinking about adding the transfer switches... but i went on limb and connected the outputs straight to the house breaker panel. Is that the watch power app? I can't get it to complete the setup process.
Central AC isn't efficient its better to block the ducts and install mini splits in each room. That's what I did.
Yes it’s the power watch app. If you have the same MPP as me try calling Ethan at watts24/7 he is a very knowledgeable guy and knows everything about the inverter that I have
Yes I have one 24k mini split in the garage that runs straight off of dc solar panel and ac when needed them have a 12k mini split in my bedroom. The mini splits are awesome and your right the seer rating is 22 compared th the central ac seer is 15-16. I do prefer the mini splits because of the hear option in winter. The central ac uses 3000-4000watts so it’s not to bad. But it cools the whole house down real fast.
I paid the price of the AC bypass turned off last night when the whole house shut down. My issue is the AC bypass eats up 2 kwh/ day just to leave it enabled. I put it in utility only powers the load and in OSO mode (utility is not supposed to charge the batteries) but it charges them anyways and at the 40c/kwh we are paying I said forget it. Got to install more panels and double my 10 kwh battery.
Nice set up. Video nonetheless gets my default thumb down for mixing up kW and kWh
I assume you mean Will "Prowse."
Oops yes I need to change that
Thanks
And what did this cost?
Great idea I will do a video on that. People really need to see the cost savings on a DIY solar.
Those batteries alone must be $6k+ with taxes.
YOU HAVE AN AWSOME 🙂SOLAR SYSTEM AND THE MANY COMPONENTS NEEDED IN RUNNING THE WHOLE HOUSE WITH NO PROBLEMS .LOVE THOSE LARGE BIFACIAL PV MODULES ON THE WELL BUILT AWNING PRODUCING LOTS OF POWER . WOW !😉CHECK OUT MY DIY SOLAR VIDELS , HIT LIKE , LEAVE A COMMENT AND SUBSCRIBE . MAY THE SOLAR BE WITH YOU .
Thank you