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I came across this info about the datalogger firmware from a github repository (that describes how to install ESPHome firmware on the Solis S3 stick) ...
We are using Intelligent Go for import. Octopus connect to the BMW, it really does not bother us. When I wanted to charge the car during the day, I re...
Solis made it absolutely clear that this (connecting backup to grid) needs to be prevented - doing so would damage the inverter. In my case, they even...
Broadly I agree it can work with the Solis S6 hybrid. Other inverters with three ports, grid, backup/ups/islanding and gen are likely to work (but gen...
@antonical This thread covers many of the considerations and this post from @transparent covers what is involved in what you are trying to do.
Welcome, you have a very interesting setup and I am hoping it is about how to approach the DNO. I am with UKPN and when I contacted them about the i...
Just thought of mentioning that Octopus has some special tariff, Intelligent Flux, that involves giving them some control over the system and from mem...
Our system is somewhat similar, also without PV. Our 8kw inverter has a couple of ports able to provide islanding/UPS. The electrical wiring is as bel...
Absolutely agree, insulation while allowing for some ventilation is ideally the first step. There's also a bit of a sales spin in these announcement...
So going back to the original topic, a reliable and easy to use battery system is going to use lifepo4 cells. The best price point is likely to be w...
Agree with James' and Judith's comments. Personally I find that current batteries make it simpler and cheaper to "shift" electricity produced or bou...
Yes, I did see more standalone 72V packs a year or so ago but most were combined battery+inverter. Water under the bridge.. All else being equal, 2...
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