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@vincent30603 жыл бұрын
That's Beautiful Will thank you for showing us this I buy items from good brands based on your recommendations using your affiliate links. Keep up the good work! You're a real friend. 🙂
@MattiasNordenmark3 жыл бұрын
Can this type of SPD be used with panels on inverters that specify that only "ungrounded panels" should be connected to it? (Not sure exactly what they are referring to) Could you do a video explaining this? I thought it was always a good practice to have everything grounded. Keep up the good work 👍🏼
@sergea11383 жыл бұрын
@@MattiasNordenmark of course you have to connect your ungrounded panel ground to the ground ;-) underground panels mean neither the positive or negative connection of the panel are connect to the ground of the panel. but you still have to connect the panel ground to your ground
@kenreynolds10923 жыл бұрын
Can I get away with using just 1 of those for 2 separate system's a 12 volt and a 48 volt system?
@calmeilles3 жыл бұрын
Surge protection devices do indeed work automatically but the still need to be inspected regularly. They degrade with use and if there have been spikes they give you that lovely automatic and transparent protection right up until the point when they don't and the next spike does something expensive to your upstream equipment! When the green flashes show red it's time to replace them.
@georgekane19853 жыл бұрын
As an electrician I would just like to add that this kind of hook up makes troubleshooting much more pleasant and efficient. No you don’t have to use this you can just splice together anywhere you want as long as it stays together, but when you have to troubleshoot a problem you will appreciate this splice box. Oh, don’t forget to label your wires, and be logical.
@moonwalker70433 жыл бұрын
george, i am about to hook up 8 twelve volt batteries to a 24 volt panel system.8 24 volt panels. Do you think it would be ok to run them into the all in one lv2424 as sets of two batteries being supplied by two 24 volt panels instead of a set of 8 batteries connected in series and parallel as one big set of amperage from the full set to the full set of batteries. I was thinking my simpler method of sets of two 12 volt batteries and 2 panels may help isolate problems and make the battery system wiring user friendly for beginners (ME)
@georgekane19853 жыл бұрын
VOLTAGE = CURRENT X RESISTANCE This is the golden rule of electricity! It always applies. You can always solve for one unknown. There are specific reasons for hooking things up SERIES/PARALLEL. Wil Prouse Is extremely knowledgeable about PV systems, and you should buy his book if you don’t already have it. You will be limited by the equipment you have as to how to hook it up. The advantage I see on using the splice box is that you can isolate the circuit (whether it goes to the panel or the battery) by opening or closing a circuit breaker or fuse. This is not just convenient when you’re troubleshooting, but it’s a real safety benefit , when you’re doing routine maintenance. Whether you have 2 strings or 4 strings, you can isolate all the strings except the one you are testing. By doing this regularly and recording results, you will be able to detect problems early. If you have a bad connection or a Bad panel or battery, they will show up: REDUCED OUTPUT. If you can’t easily isolate the strings, you will have to manually break and make connections and test your results. I have worked in DATA CENTERS, which are extremely complicated. Try to keep your system SIMPLE. Over time, all systems degrade. If all your batteries and all your panels are the same brand/model and purchased at the same time, you should see similar degradation. Statistically the more batteries and panels you have, The higher the probability of problems or failure.
@mangeload2 жыл бұрын
@@georgekane1985 I appreciate your knowledgeable expertise. Would you recommend a combiner box for 4 x 100 watt 12v panels to a 30 amp mppt charge controller charging 2 100ah 12 batteries? I realize it is pretty small system.
@georgekane19852 жыл бұрын
@@mangeload I would recommend it. The additional cost is quite modest.
@brucemarmy85002 жыл бұрын
TY George Kane
@thebeard57943 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for making this video. I’m currently building an all in one system with the LV6548 and I literally just bought the 4/2 combiner box yesterday. Very helpful. Thanks again.
@brightonfreshman3 жыл бұрын
you are a lucky man!
@fisherus3 жыл бұрын
Sorry, Will, I got a little bit caught up in my first comment that I forgot to thank you for this and all of your other great videos. I am happy that you are back to making more of them more often.
@ProjectOverseer3 жыл бұрын
You're encouraging me to go DIY and build a complete system myself. All your "how to" guides are priceless, Will 👍
@sevans663 жыл бұрын
Thats simple ... thanks for the quick and easy explanation!
@MMorMM5 ай бұрын
Thanks again, Will. I'm a little late getting to this stage in our PV system. I just ordered that 6 lead combiner box from Watts 24/7. It'll be great.
@deanoktoday91553 жыл бұрын
As Will is smart in many areas. I get it
@dainellaespina33112 жыл бұрын
I'm designing my first solar panel array for a course and this video is amazing :D
@garymccutcheon91082 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the informative advice. @2:00 I just opened my small PV combiner box the same as in the vid and low and behold loose wires. Now thanks to you Will Not so loose wires😀
@mackfisher44873 жыл бұрын
Good job Will The Watts247 panel combiner box looks excellent and I'm guessing is based on a European circuit panel design. The weatherproof housing electrical enclosure is a great idea.
@Vallenge9 ай бұрын
Informative as always. When I first started out building my system on my channel I learned a lot from you. I continue to watch and subscribe. Thank you!
@Penguin5452 жыл бұрын
Just picked up a 6-1 combiner from watts 24x7- this thing feels rock solid- $238 shipped during Black Friday pricing. Glad I spent the extra $100 on this over plastic Amazon offerings- this thing is very confidence inspiring and will leave room to grow- currently getting pets together for my first 2,100 watt system.
@albundyrocks21152 жыл бұрын
I bought a WATTS 24/7 Combiner Box after seeing it on this video. GREAT product. Easy to install, professionally constructed and great support. Thanks for the recommendation - it sure made my life easier
@SamSung-jn5fi Жыл бұрын
This is the sort of project that I just have to jump in a do it. Hands on learner. Like when I built my first computer, my brain couldn't manage it until I had the components in hand... lol
@reecehenderson69943 жыл бұрын
This video is exactly what i needed! Thank you!
@gp78138 ай бұрын
Thanks again Will for demystifying all of this stuff for us. You're awesome!
@fabiangomes8968 Жыл бұрын
Free knowledge from a pro. Doesn't get better than that.
@citizenenak3 жыл бұрын
Such a wonderful video. Thanks for all the information across all your videos, it's a real service.
@mfgxl3 жыл бұрын
I find it interesting that a solar charge controller name has morphed to MPPT (maximum power point tracking). Great vid as always.
@bishbosh77283 жыл бұрын
It's just a different style than before pwm is what it used to be called or pulse wave modulation and mppt . One is supposedly better but two mppt controllers outback brand have stopped working in the last 10 years but the old pwm charge controllers are still going 30 years later on a shed out back.
@fisherus3 жыл бұрын
What are you talking about? Obviously you don't know. Nothing has morphed into anything and if you would take the time to do some research about the different types of chargers, you might not make such uninformed statements making you look stupid and giving me the pleasure of setting you straight before you embarace yourself doing it again.
@TexasLocalProduce3 жыл бұрын
@@fisherus Perhaps he MIGHT come across not as informed as you wud want him to be, but YOU definitely are condescending and come across as an Ashole with major anger issues. There was no need to bash. You should look within and ask yourself why you can not communicate logically without all those negative emotions. I wonder how many ppl. you owe an apology to just this week alone!
@magnussorensen25653 жыл бұрын
Hi, good video. Can you make a video on an off-grid system (battery + generator) that uses microinverters on solar PV? What are the advantages and disadvantages?
@eliaustin3745 Жыл бұрын
Cool video =) I just started solar, and you read my mind, and broke it down. Thanks.
@Electronzap3 жыл бұрын
Never looked into PV combiner boxes before, really cool!
@johnbeeck25403 жыл бұрын
Approaching 500K Subs!
@milesroe50823 жыл бұрын
Could you attach Solar on one side, then a Wind Turbine on the other?
@MatthewN8OHU3 жыл бұрын
This is a really useful video. It's something I had not yet considered for my solar power installation. Thanks Will.
@recumbentrevolution6540 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Will for the review, I just ordered the 4 × 1 Box from your affiliate link, I actually bought that Eco Worthy unit from Amazon, Have not used it yet but have had it too long to return it, I'm afraid to use it for fear of burning the house down now after seeing that review on it. Another waste of a $165
@TopAdvenTours3 жыл бұрын
Very nice combination PV box.
@willowoodherbals2 жыл бұрын
answered my question.. i have one array of 1600 watts 24 volt system, I dont need one unless I add another array.
@SailProMarina3 жыл бұрын
Will - The Eco-Worthy PV Combiner on Amazon is GREAT Unit and a great price. Please REVIEW it before calling it “bad”. I got the 4 String unit for my Boat and at $109. it’s just as good as what your showing there. With an extra 5 min work and and checking ALL their pre made connections it’s the PERFECT solution at a great price
@WillProwse3 жыл бұрын
Oh wow that's great to hear. I saw the soldered connections on hightec labs video and avoided it like the plague. Glad to hear yours works well!!
@bishbosh77283 жыл бұрын
Yeah they work very well I used bigger fuses than it came with and switched to slightly larger silicone wires inside just to be safe I didn't go over it's amp rating but better safe than burnt.
@pedalpusher20083 жыл бұрын
@@masklessninja I emailed them and asked if they would ship the unit with 15A fuses. They didn't say if they could do that, but they did write that if they were replaced it would void the warranty. Not a good sign imo, especially considering how overpriced the boxes are.
@pedalpusher20083 жыл бұрын
Did the unit you received have a gasket around all four sides of the door? In one review I saw the unit that was being looked at only had a gasket around three of the sides and so wasn't properly water proof!
@SailProMarina3 жыл бұрын
@@pedalpusher2008 yes 100% water resistant on all 4 sides had the stripping ALSO the customer support from Eco-Worthy is phenomenal,,,, these guys reply fast and answer dumb questions and even offer discounts on repeated purchases
@jijisuka27083 жыл бұрын
Wow, you made a good vid at the right time.. i just search for this thingy box for my first solar project.. tq !
@gunnerjoe53Ай бұрын
I'm lost on the talk of Parallel connections. Most videos show multiple "Series Strings" being run to a combiner box. One series sting per connection, that is why a 15 AMP fuse will work here. Are the "Parallel" connection where all the hot wires come together on the BUS Bar? Thanks, Joe
@lakorai27 ай бұрын
Make sure everything is UL listed to pass inspection. Many of those DIN rail units are NOT UL listed.
@WiSeNhEiMeR-1369 Жыл бұрын
HOWdy DIYPwW-P, ... Thanks for the instruction / review on COMBINER BOXES COOP the WiSeNhEiMeR from Richmond, INDIANA ...
@duncanrhaulplays3322 ай бұрын
Is there something like a combiner box that works in reverse, one PV voltage source in and multiple parallel sources out? Thought process here, i'm using all in one standalone solutions with their expandable batteries. So I have several areas that I could use PV to decrease grid reliance. If I could have the array go into a combiner and one cable carry that to a distribution system for the PV voltage that would make design easier.
@independenttntn327625 күн бұрын
So the one question I never see answered on any videos or articles I've found on PV combiner boxes is whether or not inputs can come from solar arrays with different wattages. For instance an array of 100W panels and 200W panels. Cleary you do not want these tied together in series or parallel due to the power loss from the different wattages and people always talk about how you "never want to do this." Yet none of those same people mention a PV Combiner as a solution. What am I missing, as in my opinion I dont see any reason why a PV combiner box can't be used to join the outputs of different wattage panels yet nowhere have I found anyone talking about this as being a solution for just that.
@MiningChef Жыл бұрын
off grid cabin with a 48v system. I'm going to buy a 4 string combiner box. My question is can each string consist of different panels. Example: first string has 4 -200w panels in series(total 800w) and the 2nd string has 2-300w panels is series ( total 600w)
@VideoByPatrick2 жыл бұрын
Would you need combiner if RV has two separate house battery banks ?
@WaschyNumber13 жыл бұрын
Nice video 🖖 cool boxes, managing the cable stuff much better and cleaner 😊
@jeffmcclain6 ай бұрын
I assume you would want homogenous strings (made of identical panels) to correctly optimize with the MPPT inverter best or you won't have per string optimized operation. Maybe that is fundamentally already understood when you begin talking about "parallel string" operations, but just wanted to highlight this if folks thought they could just randomly combine different count/brand panel strings. I think individualized MPPT converters per string make much more sense there in those non-homogenous setups?
@Mystorm20213 жыл бұрын
Actually I just prefer doing it myself Midnite combiner box Midnite charge controller in the battery Bank period before I started with solar I watch Will's videos for about 4 months. Then I built my whole house system.
@rosskstar2 жыл бұрын
Midnite stuff holding up well?
@Mystorm20212 жыл бұрын
@@rosskstar works great no problems
@m77ast2 жыл бұрын
Hey how are you my man. I haven’t watched a video from you in a while. Trust you have been doing well. I run a charity in the U.K. I’m glad in eventually understand KWH and That has changed everything 😃😃😂😂😂 Yes for you it all makes sense but for us it’s not Thats easy. 😀
@AHMADKAMALZUBER3 жыл бұрын
You should mention the surge protector device specifications and reliable brands in the market
@ibgib3 жыл бұрын
15 A fuses on a 1 kW string means 67 V, no? So do you bump up the fuse for 48 V systems, lower the power or increase the volts? Or am I just missing something?
@tylerb98083 жыл бұрын
Blocking diodes. I'll have to research this more. Most late model panels already have them built in, yes? Isnt that standard/mandatory these days? So the diodes in the combiner boxes are an extra protection should the panel ones fail? Which would make sense. Is there a scenario where, if the panel diodes are in tact, theres still a chance of backflow, and the combiner box diodes prevent it? Again..I'll do more research, as I'm close to upgrading to 4 or 6 panels from just my single one right now.
@WillProwse3 жыл бұрын
Oh you are thinking of bypass diodes. Those exist in the junction boxes of the panel. Blocking diodes are different. They are in series configuration with the cells. Not parallel like bypass diodes. Bypass is for shading. Blocking is to prevent discharge of battery through panels. Most charge controllers have a feature that reduce the need for blocking diodes. I like them for using multiple arrays that are angled differently. That way one array won't bring down the other arrays if it is not angled the same. Great for step roofs with panels mounted on opposite sides.
@tylerb98083 жыл бұрын
@@WillProwse ok! Gotcha. Thanks Will. That helps.
@jwsolarusa3 жыл бұрын
@@WillProwse Nice
@egn83b3 жыл бұрын
Will would be upset visiting where i work, its cut and paste engineering paired with unskilled labor and ran by fresh out of college prep interships as leadership. Its a real mess in motion but they are a 20 billion dollar company, its hard to digest but they design and make these fancy electrical componets and highly priced electrical systems that will shows here for mere pennies.
@jfbaro2 Жыл бұрын
Is there a type of "combiner box" available that can primarily utilize power from solar panels (when sunlight is available) and supplement its output with grid power (as a secondary source) only when the solar current is insufficient to meet the required output?
@epnuzuluaga7663 жыл бұрын
Video has been up for 36 minutes and has 5 dislikes. Those carbon people took Wills comments to heart. 😂😂
@Flash18573 жыл бұрын
Make you think it’s automatically done by someone
@hassanal-amin16632 жыл бұрын
Why shall I use one fuse for the positive terminal and another one for the negative terminal ?
@trevortrevortsr23 жыл бұрын
Will you know the 280ah cells - they have new ones 320ah now - just built a pack for my RV with a blue tooth 120amp BMS - then this morning I find they manufacturing a 420ah cell that's just 7mm thicker - think they are the way forward for RV's and power walls - love your channel
@lowrads36533 жыл бұрын
If you were putting panels on a better positioned outbuilding, and running the power back to a house, where is the combiner best positioned relative to the DC to AC transformer? If you had multiple arrays, how do combiners interact? This is why I'm not allowed to operate anything more complicated than a toaster.
@BenCos20183 жыл бұрын
Usually at the panels tbh As for the second I'd assume you'd try and get it near one of the panel arrays
@JRR319843 жыл бұрын
1:01. Very GOOD. SPEAK.
@embededfabrication44826 ай бұрын
Is there a device that will divert excess solar power to a particular load like a heater without affecting normally used devices?
@kevink26512 жыл бұрын
the label for DC output is opposite of the breaker's label. should I follow the label or the breaker?
@ssejati4 ай бұрын
How are those diode for protection connected to the curcuit? And what is the diode spec?
@TVCAVEMAN2133 жыл бұрын
For the most part, I rarely understand anything that you say, but you are obviously quite knowledgeable about Solar Power. I have done some research, and decided that a Bifacial Solar Panel was my best option. 400 watt , It’s going on top of a 1996 Chevy Astro Van. As I am Retired, I need to work with what I have. Yes, I will be living in the Van full time, and traveling as much as I can afford. I can not afford half a dozen $1,000 batteries. So what would you suggest ? Also I will be needing an Inverter, and a couple of other things I have heard you mention. I would much rather have too much, and not need it, Than to need it, And not have it. Thank you in advance for your advice, Respectfully, Tom Vickers
@richardclark85203 жыл бұрын
I fully understand the apprehension some have for all things electrical. But as a professional panel builder that looks elementary at most. 😊
@internationalbusiness5877Ай бұрын
So, do you mean to joint the parallel connection through this box, rather than connecting the panels in parallel together before plugging into this box. For example, 1 panel is rated for 8.87A So, if I joint 5 panels together, that would add up to 44.35A. And you mentioned that each fuse is only 15A. Which is not enough for the parallel string.
@stevebarrett85443 жыл бұрын
Great product and review mate
@sfi3823 жыл бұрын
Will do you have a video showing how to use or wire twin or stacked inverters
@rogerhargreaves22723 жыл бұрын
I’m shocked at what’s in there. You make it look easy though. I have an all in one box at the moment, but I will build another system. Maybe using wind, as I am in Wales U.K.
@pascalbruyere7108 Жыл бұрын
I use 3 x 230W panels in parallel because in series the voltage is too high. Each panel is about 6A. Do I need any current protection? So far I used MCA splitters and that’s it.
@olafschermann15925 ай бұрын
Parallel modules: diodes or fuses? Do both get hot? (E.g. 15A fuse at 12A continues load)
@CajunWolffe2 жыл бұрын
I had forgotten all about these jewels... A thread on the forums just reminded me just when I was about to look into combiner boxes. A premonition?
@WillProwse2 жыл бұрын
They are really nice pieces of hardware. Makes array wiring a breeze
@heroesandzeros78023 ай бұрын
You do not need to fuse the negative side of the PV arrays, only the positive sides. Not sure why your box has fuses on the negative sides. The negative sides can be used for ammeters and shunts.
@roll200113 жыл бұрын
Dude! Awesome thank you.
@gundriver6439 Жыл бұрын
What are the key differences between standard combiner boxes and combiner boxes for a microinverter system?
@sajoma62 Жыл бұрын
hey great videos can you make a video or help me to connect an enphase 3 controller 8 k watts solar system connected to the grid.
@wbtrap2 ай бұрын
Please help to find blocking diode
@mongelaloe23043 жыл бұрын
if you have paralells, mostlikely DC coupling. and all component must be at DC rated respective of the V will run on the system (but go higher V won't hurt) Anyway good ones.
@bboyda43993 жыл бұрын
Another great video. On another subject, have you tested any small grid tied micro inverters. I was interested in something between 200 watts to 1 kw.
@kennethhall72483 жыл бұрын
Excellent i will be ordering one of them.
@markmeyers1291 Жыл бұрын
With a combiner box can you have different wattage and volts on different strings
@garys-half-baked-offgrid-dream3 жыл бұрын
Sorry newbie question. Do the outputs of the panels of each individual string need to be the same? For example one string with 200w panels and the other string with 300w or volts and amps.
@cotandiet6096 Жыл бұрын
I have 4 inverters, 4 PV array strings. Should I feed 4 solar string separately to 4 inverters or I have to combine them first with a PV combiner box then split them out to 4 and feed to inverters?
@vanglez765 Жыл бұрын
Do I have to setup the battery bank, 12v, 24, or 48v, according to the panels connection, series/ parallel in the combiner box?
@boda43392 жыл бұрын
Is there a 4 string combiner box with 4 independent breakers? I want to be able to shut off each string separately
@jerrym995 Жыл бұрын
Now does the combiner box make everything parallel with putting every thing in the box, I watched a video on another site and he 4 panels into a series/parallel and looked like he was putting them in a combiner box. I’ve been studying this off you and noticing a bunch of different ways to hook them up
@USAF338 ай бұрын
Can solar panels with different volt or amp outputs be wired into one box because there’s no “back feeding” as stated?
@melinda57773 жыл бұрын
Great video! Very informative and new, for me. Thanks!
@deanekonomou76413 жыл бұрын
So the wood box on amazon with glued in breaks aren’t that great . Lol
@shermdog69692 жыл бұрын
I'm not understanding the single series string. My panels are 395wstts put out 37volts and 10.1amps. so 2 panels in series would already be over the 15 Amps of the fuse? I bought the lvc6048 and the amp max going in is 27amps. My panels put out 10amps 395wstts and 39volts. So if I just connect 3 panels to this box isn't that to many to run to my inverter.
@ramirofaldas9696 Жыл бұрын
Thank you sir, it available in the Philippines?
@sunjayjay240 Жыл бұрын
Can u connect 220V one array the other 100V array to a combiner box what will be the DC out value?
@bestillandknowthatuaregod3 жыл бұрын
Great video thanks... Can you hook up 6 solar panels into the small combiner box?
@campervan-vladАй бұрын
Hi, what about if it go fo rv installation? No earth? How to connect it?
@khalilsalam15002 жыл бұрын
useful information do you have the schematic diagram thank you
@sblaber1 Жыл бұрын
Will, Et Al - Purchased Sig Sol E0000 Kit, Watch you and David, you guys are the best. MY PROBLEM: if pnls are 400W (48Vdc therefore 8.3Adc, Trying to install the palet-o-pnls (qty:30) and pnls are photon controlled batteries then max is 3 pnl in parallel or MC4 (10/12/14 awg) of 30 Adc gets violated. Is the only answer a combiner box with a pallet-o-pnls ending up as 10 strings with cables all over the roof to conb box??? I must be missing something !!! Plz educate me so I can help others...Thx Steve
@joaosidonio75622 жыл бұрын
Even if you have 2 mppts on a MPPSolar, and you have 2 strings, you can just connect each string to each MPPT input, still no need for a combiner right?
@lordstevewilson13313 жыл бұрын
They should pre-install mc4 inputs
@WillProwse3 жыл бұрын
Yes agreed. Good point
@mpapr Жыл бұрын
If someone can answer because I'm new to pv systems , what's the purpose of a second output in a 4 in 2 out combiner box ?
@daviso49548 ай бұрын
Hi Will, thanks for your videos, they are very helpful. I have (20) 400 watt 48v solar panels that will feed into two eg4 6000xp all in one's. I plan on having two feeds, one to each AIOs. So, 10 panels per AIO unit. I was planning on having four series strings of five panels. Two series strings will be connected in parallel for each AIO unit. My question is: should I use a combiner box to combine the two series strings in parallel? This way each AIO will have 250 volts and 4000 watts. Any other suggestions?
@codiastluce41010 ай бұрын
Can i use the 6-2 combiner box for two mpp solar lvx6048 inverters, 3 strings of 6 panels on each inverter?
@ivaylomanolov1455 Жыл бұрын
Why are there diodes in the dashboard? The diodes are built into the PV modules.
@kuhrd3 жыл бұрын
It is actually annoying that they are now making all of these combiner boxes with fuses for both the positive and the negative lines when the fuses are overcurrent devices and only electrically need to be on one side of the circuit. Either positive or negative but not both. The fuse holders also should not be used to break the circuit under load because they don't quench the arc so if the breaker has to be flipped first it really makes no sense to have positive and negative fuse holders. It adds more failure points and a greater potential for a problem down the road. Also, if you get any combiner box make sure you have backups for every component in them because all it takes is one lightning strike nearby even a quarter-mile away and you might have to replace surge suppressors and fuses.
@johnbuchman48543 жыл бұрын
Hello Will? It's God. I'm building my first solar system and have some questions--do you have a few minutes?
@thedampestcrib600411 ай бұрын
I'm about to connect the rest of my solar I'm lost tho have 10 260 watt with 100a charges 3 of them so 3 panels for each but how does this work with only 2 cables coming out the combiner?
@chrismcginn2 Жыл бұрын
do they make these for battery banks? or can this be used for a battery bank like say you have 16 12 v batteries connecting them in parallel and series to make 4 48v batteries?
@toddphillips59493 жыл бұрын
Hi Will, Your videos are terrific. Appreciate you sharing your knowledge and experiences. Really liked your "I'm Burned Out" video. You should do more like that. Want to hear more about your hobbies and stuff. Why not give us a tour of Vegas? Where do you hang out? Mount the camera to your bike and go for a ride. Let's meet your friends. Take a break from the technical and let us see what Will does for fun.
@innervarium Жыл бұрын
I have 4 100W array. Can it go from the final panel direct to the charge controller or should I order one of these? I dont plan to expand the system