Last seen: May 1, 2025
16kw ashp, 8kw pv, 24kwh batteries, ev. Inverter charge/discharge at max 2.6kwh Everyones usage, setup and ability to timeshift will mean its not on...
@majordennisbloodnok fwiw Octoprice comparison on exports for me. I doubt I can timeshift exports to improve.
@majordennisbloodnok always interesting to see other setups and approach. I'm slightly surprised that Agile export suits you but tbh have not checked ...
@judith thanks for that. Definitely useful to have reminders that may help others too. Yes, I use GivEnergy api in WonderWatt and have used it in Oc...
@judith thanks for the reminder to look at that again. I need to see if I can achieve fairly simple charging options... I think my ideal is somethi...
@majordennisbloodnok yes, I think that captures most points. Probably the only other point to add is that in our case the inverter max charge/discha...
Thanks for useful inputs! It's stimulated me to set some DHW schedules on my ashp. Bearing in mind I'm on Agile I'm trying: 01.15 to 03.45 50deg ...
@johnmo will be interesting to see. Not sure if thermostat accuracy in ashp and/or immersion will enable a precise figure? May need to run similar tes...
@toodles the Sunamp Thermino (which I know nothing about!) brings into play an interesting question on solar diverters. I decided against having one.....
@johnmo sorry to hear that and hope a way can be found. I had fun and games with smart meter due to poor signal but got there in the end. They put ...
Hopefully you can get paid in future? I think Octopus and some energy Co will pay for exports even if not signed off by MCS? Condition 5.8 I g...
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