Last seen: Nov 8, 2025
I'm looking for a bit of input on the suitability of my next purchases. 1. @ChickenBig 's post () suggesting NH00 fuses for a DC fused disconnect le...
It was simply the cheapest option that did what I needed (charge/discharge a battery). I briefly looked at the Solax X1-AC Charger which provides th...
There'll be a bit of a pause before the next significant post but I wanted to alert people to Fogstar's Black Friday sale in which they're offering 17...
@batalto not good! Hopefully I have a better experience. Keep us updated.
Main Post #4 - Inverter & Miscellaneous Extras (thus far) An inverter is required to convert UK-grid 230V AC electricity into battery storable 4...
Main Post #3 - Battery Management System (BMS) & Storage Solution Battery cells ordered, I needed to decide on the BMS and how I was going to pu...
Main Post #2 - Battery Options - Capacity & Cost In post #1 I covered the (current!) economic case for solar-free battery storage, as a quick as...
I agree with your summary, which was very surprising to me as I was always under the impression that the heavier the shading the greater the case for ...
@batalto I'd love to add some low level shed/garage DIY solar into the mix but unfortunately my garden is rather well enclosed by nearby woodland 😥. P...
@transparent Thanks for the thread recommendation. I've watched the same Off Grid Garage video re the Seplos BMS' ineffective balancing feature. M...
I've opted for Fogstar's 280Ah Grade B cells x 16 at a cost of £2048. Once I'd accounted for Alibaba's 'insurance' fee, payment fee and credit card ...
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