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We're off grid and have 7kw of panels, and 40kwh of 48v lithium batteries, with a generator for backup, which is rarely used since we are frugal with electricity and switch everything off when not in use.

I set it all up myself, and while it is not trivial, it's not difficult either.

Learning to put connectors on properly, size cables and put lugs on properly, learn about earthing and breakers...just one bit at a time.

I'm about to set up another system on the roof of an outbuilding to supply power for a water pump and irrigation where we grow food. This will be much easier and simpler since it will have only one 48V lithium battery, but I'll still use Victron stuff and connect it to a Cerbo so it can be monitored.

If I sold this place and bought somewhere on the grid, the first thing I'd do is cut the cord and set up my own system again.

parent CrzyLngPwd 6 months ago

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