my home solar power system
A brief layout of my solar system that I installed about 2 weeks ago.
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A brief layout of my solar system that I installed about 2 weeks ago.
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theres one on ebay …
theres one on ebay in the uk right know if you want a deal?
Comment by twilkes123 — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
Do you know of any …
Do you know of any cheaper versions of your Tri Metric 2020 meter? Something that’s similar, but is around 50 or 60 dollars.
BTW, thats a really sweet setup…props!
Comment by idontknow307 — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
Yes. I’m still …
Yes. I’m still hooked to the grid (far from being off it) and pay my monthly bill.
Comment by fencekid — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
but dont u get …
but dont u get something like a power bill?
Comment by runescapenoobguides — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
great set up
IF … 
IF your bat’s are at 94%, then looks like an extra inverter would do you just fine. Nothing’s going to pull more than 20amps at 120ac, so a 2000 watt inverter will work well. I’ve been staring at the gas generator in the corner of the shop and thinking about stealing it’s inverter.
great set up
Comment by jesslessthemess — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
the install …
the install documentation for my system is at w(cubed) jjhamilton (dot) com slash solar
Comment by jimmydreams — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
Nice! I’m going …
Nice! I’m going whole-hog and putting up a large PV array on my house. I’m putting up a web site which documents the install, etc. ‘
If you want to check it out, it’s at:
Comment by jimmydreams — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
you pay one-time …
you pay one-time for your equipment, which you own. the energy you harness from the sun with that equipment is free. These panels have a 25 yr warranty.
Comment by fencekid — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
80 watt solar panel …
80 watt solar panel = $475 each
Sky Blue 3 stage charge controller with mppt technology = $166
6 volt golf cart battery = $230 per set
Tri Metric 2020 meter = $140
500 amp shunt = $20
1000 watt inverter = $75
Disconnect box = $10
So after some wire and shipping it’s pushing $1850. I know that buys allot of electricity, but for me it’s not about saving money on my power bill. It’s about becoming energy independent. Not being at the mercy of the grid = priceless.
Comment by fencekid — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
hey that is a nice …
hey that is a nice set up.
may i ask how much all that cost?
thank you.
Comment by liam101300 — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
if i buy a solar …
if i buy a solar panel system then will i still get a bill or is it a one-time fee??
Comment by runescapenoobguides — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
The panel name is …
The panel name is Eliminator made by Motomaster. I had never heard of them either. A local dealer here in Utah sells them. They are designed for cabins and RVs. Max rating for each panel is 5.3 amps, but after it rains and the air is clear, i have seen these panels together reach 12 amps!
Comment by fencekid — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
where can i get …
where can i get these panels
Comment by cizco127 — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
I too think you …
I too think you have a nice video. I’ve got a 70 watt panel and was trying to make a decision on the Controller. The extra bucks for the MPPT seems to be the way to go. Have you thought about 24v to extend distance and/or reduce wire size needed?
Comment by 1kings1918 — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
Thanx, so far I …
Thanx, so far I love it. As long as your bank is in a well ventilated area,you should be alright. I keep mine in the house in the laundry room, as close to the panels as possible. If you can keep your bank warm, this will help maximize performance and longevity. banks that are exposed to freezing temps aren’t as efficient and will need to be replaced sooner. The shorter your wires the better.
Comment by fencekid — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
The best …
The best information on here so far, I just started mine and I will stay in touch. Very nice setup thanks.
Does the Bank need to be outside(Garage)?
Comment by belairhotrod — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
yup same here . I …
yup same here . I watched quite a few more. I went out bought a 30W Solar panel, solar charger, inverter and car battery. Its working good. Just now got to get it on my roof.
Comment by 12643 — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
picked it up online …
picked it up online. just google it, you should get there
Comment by fencekid — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
i got most my info …
i got most my info from utube vids
Comment by fencekid — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
Was there a website …
Was there a website you visited with a manual to set one of these up?
thanks.
Comment by 12643 — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
nice vid .where did …
nice vid .where did you get your blue sky controler? i live in Canada
Comment by Angelolalli — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am
dude, i love ur …
nice vid
dude, i love ur system
80!! watts pr panel?? at 8.2 amps???
whooauwza man
*****
Comment by marsL001 — January 22, 2009 @ 12:41 am