Last seen: Aug 15, 2025
@old_scientist yes indeed. The battery point is crucial. In years gone by batteries were typically seen as the best way to maximise use of PV solar ...
@transparent many thanks- much valuable food for thought. Both for me and others.
@transparent wow! A fine looking setup... I think this site has datasheets etc for my old kit Yes, I've got some decisions to make.... at some ...
@transparent right now is definitely the ideal! As at 2021 when installed the setup was probably OK vs cost and my limited knowledge. But landscape...
@transparent thanks for adding interesting & useful food for thought. On GivEnergy I'm definitely feeling the need to upgrade at some point anyw...
@jamespa it's 3 way
@editor Logically the electronic motorised valve.. I think... stops buffer being used when heating DHW/hot water tank. So will be on flow to BT? ...
Borrowed a clamp on thermometer. Buffer tank: PAW-BTANK50L-2 buffer tankOnly 48lAccording to ashp controlsleaving temp 33degReturn 31 degArr from ...
Conclusive evidence after 2 weeks on IOG. Batteries plus extra daytime slots ensuring average is under 10p kwh/day IOG 5th to 17th in pic - vast m...
@carpenterstation I don't think its possible to give an absolute yes/no... as every situation is different. I am a moderately heavy user I think? Im...
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