That bank of golf cart batteries looks as if you might have pairs wired in
series, then all the pairs then wired in parallel.
Batteries DO NOT like to be wired in parallel. Seems as if there is always
one battery (or pair of batteries) which are just a touch weaker than the
others, and the others spend all day and all night trying to charge the
weaker batteries.
Ever hear about NiFe batteries (nickel-iron, aka Edison Battery) invented
by Edison at the turn of the 20th century? Apparently not.
Edison Storage Battery Co. started 1901 made NiFe batteries all the way
through 1972. EXIDE bought out Edison Battery in 1972 and stopped making
the batteries in 1975. Seventy years is a proven track record that it does
last +20 years. Exide after all makes more money with lead acid batteries
so why not shut down that part of their company that is less profitable..
That “more money” comes from Exide’s customers, ie you and me, if we use
them. Google any key words and read for yourself. Cheers.
It seems this person is doing the best he can.The batterys for the job are
Trojan/6volt golf cart batterys.These batterys come in a range of reserve
amp hours.
The thing is getting a solar panel that can charge two 6 volt batterys
wired in sieries producing 12 volts.
You don’t want gell cell baterys and Exide batterys are a piece of junk.
Most aplications of this nature require a prime mover.
Visit my facebook page and we can talk more.
Why do you think Surrette batteries are the best? I am in Ventura CA and
have solar panels already I just want to get rid of Edison and there smart
meter.
Nice setup. just want to asked 6 pcs of solar panel (17.20 Vmp) (21.60
Voc) (8.14 Imp ) ( 9.13 Isc ) and ( 140 watt ( Pmax ) in series
configuration to charged controller of ( 60 Amps ) ( 145V maximum solar
input voltage ) and ( 60-115 vdc pv array mppt voltage range ). my
question is. the mppt charged controller can handle this 6 pcs of solar
array, and do no harm to charged controller? Thanks every one.
I like your neat and organized setup! We’ve got a grid-tied system with
12.5kw capacity, but max I’ve ever seen is just over 10kW, since the panels
are at various angles relative to sun. The bummer is, the most efficient
for grid-tied is the new micro-inverters, which crank out 240VAC right
behind each solar panel. Makes the wiring much cheaper too and a bad cell
doesn’t pull down the others. Problem is, if you want to also have power
when the grid goes down (dugh!?), then you need to add some very fancy
hardware. Basically a charge controller, which can also output a clean,
stable, 60Hz, 240AC to trick the micro inverters into coming on. Now all
that power has to go somewhere, so you better have some big batteries and
even a heater/hotwater load to take the rest when the batteries are full.
I’ll be back… to see more of what you’ve got going there…
Hi and thanks for posting your video, I will be purchasing a solar system,
The kit will produce an average of 1200 Watt Hours (Wh) or 101 Amp Hours
(Ah) of charge per day. The Inverter is 1500W at 12V. I am confused, is
this system compatible with two 6v batteries or should I purchase one 12v
battery?
In The Future We All No Need Power Inverter To Run All Your House
Applicate With 12 Volt DC .No Need Inverter And Save You Thounsand and
Thounsand Of Dollars
From International Scouting
I heard you say you’re on the Outer Banks. I am 6 hours away, but getting
ready to build myself a solar backup system for the essentials
(refrigerator, freezer, some lighting). Any thoughts before I go shopping
for parts?
Marine jell batteries are no good, Or any battery with a cranking amps. the
reason 6volt golf cart batteries are really good is the “Hour Amp Draw”
Which is what this guy states! Although i would like to know what way you
have them hooked up, You throwing the power out 6v/12v/12v/24v??? Nice
helpful video ; }
Thanks this was very helpful. I am a solar enthusiast with zero knowledge.
So I am learning from scratch and I pretty much understood everything you
said.
Hi ,Can Deep Cycle Battery’s be kept safe in a bedroom / or would they
need to be vented out side, I am trying to find away to help my farther
replace all is stolen 600 watt solar set up which I know took him two years
more to get everything he lives in UK ,I cant even find an inverter that
will run 230 / 240 volt UK items,I spent hours on line looking can you give
me any tips were to look battery’s to use
Wow, I do love your setup. Thanks for sharing your inside. If possible, can
you tell me how do I know how many batteries and how many solar panels do I
need to run one fridge, one freezer, and some household lights. Thank you
in advance. Dino
ALL of these batteries are not as good as you can get for the money.
They’re either lead-acid or gel-cell. All of them have a VERY limited
lifespan of 5-10 years if used correctly and properly maintained. Where are
the Nickel-Iron batteries, Iron-Edison batteries have a 10 year guarantee
and some of the original Edison Electric Co. Nickel Iron batteries are
still working (some at almost 85% capacity) 100 years later! Why spend a
ton of money on something that should last at least 20 years but only lasts
5-10 years. The lead-acid batteries are 19th century technology, why are we
still using it? Ni-Fe batteries can be discharged MUCH MORE without
damaging them and reducing their lifespan. They also have better
charge/discharge capabilities, and if properly maintained should last your
LIFETIME!
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Tom Wade says:
December 20, 2014 at 12:17 pm (UTC 0)
That bank of golf cart batteries looks as if you might have pairs wired in
series, then all the pairs then wired in parallel.
Batteries DO NOT like to be wired in parallel. Seems as if there is always
one battery (or pair of batteries) which are just a touch weaker than the
others, and the others spend all day and all night trying to charge the
weaker batteries.
Ilir Kumi says:
December 20, 2014 at 12:56 pm (UTC 0)
This stuff can in no way compete with a gallon of gasoline when it comes to
energy density and storage.
xfiles1011 says:
December 20, 2014 at 1:02 pm (UTC 0)
dude if i want to run a little refridgerator on solar how many six volt
batteries do i need with a 100 watt solar panel thanks
sailingsolar says:
December 20, 2014 at 1:08 pm (UTC 0)
Ever hear about NiFe batteries (nickel-iron, aka Edison Battery) invented
by Edison at the turn of the 20th century? Apparently not.
Edison Storage Battery Co. started 1901 made NiFe batteries all the way
through 1972. EXIDE bought out Edison Battery in 1972 and stopped making
the batteries in 1975. Seventy years is a proven track record that it does
last +20 years. Exide after all makes more money with lead acid batteries
so why not shut down that part of their company that is less profitable..
That “more money” comes from Exide’s customers, ie you and me, if we use
them. Google any key words and read for yourself. Cheers.
joe18370 says:
December 20, 2014 at 2:05 pm (UTC 0)
my batteries drain in minutes running a single 5 watt bulb any help to why
Cliff Green says:
December 20, 2014 at 2:44 pm (UTC 0)
It seems this person is doing the best he can.The batterys for the job are
Trojan/6volt golf cart batterys.These batterys come in a range of reserve
amp hours.
The thing is getting a solar panel that can charge two 6 volt batterys
wired in sieries producing 12 volts.
You don’t want gell cell baterys and Exide batterys are a piece of junk.
Most aplications of this nature require a prime mover.
Visit my facebook page and we can talk more.
Chimp Assassin says:
December 20, 2014 at 2:46 pm (UTC 0)
your maths with the recharge rate was wrong. 30% 0f 60 isn’t 30.
John Puccetti says:
December 20, 2014 at 3:33 pm (UTC 0)
Why do you think Surrette batteries are the best? I am in Ventura CA and
have solar panels already I just want to get rid of Edison and there smart
meter.
Dave K says:
December 20, 2014 at 3:45 pm (UTC 0)
OB, what is your background? you seem to have ninja skills in everything
Michael young says:
December 20, 2014 at 4:42 pm (UTC 0)
Man your system look like it cost 20 grand
wb6iaq1 says:
December 20, 2014 at 5:04 pm (UTC 0)
For best results use a 120 volt battery bank with a 120 volt DC to 120 AC
inverter
Pocholo Lucero says:
December 20, 2014 at 5:14 pm (UTC 0)
Nice setup. just want to asked 6 pcs of solar panel (17.20 Vmp) (21.60
Voc) (8.14 Imp ) ( 9.13 Isc ) and ( 140 watt ( Pmax ) in series
configuration to charged controller of ( 60 Amps ) ( 145V maximum solar
input voltage ) and ( 60-115 vdc pv array mppt voltage range ). my
question is. the mppt charged controller can handle this 6 pcs of solar
array, and do no harm to charged controller? Thanks every one.
trumpetmaris says:
December 20, 2014 at 5:36 pm (UTC 0)
I like your neat and organized setup! We’ve got a grid-tied system with
12.5kw capacity, but max I’ve ever seen is just over 10kW, since the panels
are at various angles relative to sun. The bummer is, the most efficient
for grid-tied is the new micro-inverters, which crank out 240VAC right
behind each solar panel. Makes the wiring much cheaper too and a bad cell
doesn’t pull down the others. Problem is, if you want to also have power
when the grid goes down (dugh!?), then you need to add some very fancy
hardware. Basically a charge controller, which can also output a clean,
stable, 60Hz, 240AC to trick the micro inverters into coming on. Now all
that power has to go somewhere, so you better have some big batteries and
even a heater/hotwater load to take the rest when the batteries are full.
I’ll be back… to see more of what you’ve got going there…
nasbahh says:
December 20, 2014 at 6:18 pm (UTC 0)
Hi and thanks for posting your video, I will be purchasing a solar system,
The kit will produce an average of 1200 Watt Hours (Wh) or 101 Amp Hours
(Ah) of charge per day. The Inverter is 1500W at 12V. I am confused, is
this system compatible with two 6v batteries or should I purchase one 12v
battery?
Kian Joo Tan says:
December 20, 2014 at 6:58 pm (UTC 0)
In The Future We All No Need Power Inverter To Run All Your House
Applicate With 12 Volt DC .No Need Inverter And Save You Thounsand and
Thounsand Of Dollars
From International Scouting
AE K says:
December 20, 2014 at 7:22 pm (UTC 0)
I heard you say you’re on the Outer Banks. I am 6 hours away, but getting
ready to build myself a solar backup system for the essentials
(refrigerator, freezer, some lighting). Any thoughts before I go shopping
for parts?
Tobots Wholesale says:
December 20, 2014 at 7:52 pm (UTC 0)
Marine jell batteries are no good, Or any battery with a cranking amps. the
reason 6volt golf cart batteries are really good is the “Hour Amp Draw”
Which is what this guy states! Although i would like to know what way you
have them hooked up, You throwing the power out 6v/12v/12v/24v??? Nice
helpful video ; }
Charles Cain says:
December 20, 2014 at 8:28 pm (UTC 0)
60X30%=18+60=78 amps returned for 60 used.
vikram singh says:
December 20, 2014 at 8:35 pm (UTC 0)
nice
Stella Payton says:
December 20, 2014 at 9:28 pm (UTC 0)
Thanks this was very helpful. I am a solar enthusiast with zero knowledge.
So I am learning from scratch and I pretty much understood everything you
said.
gene mayne says:
December 20, 2014 at 10:05 pm (UTC 0)
Hi ,Can Deep Cycle Battery’s be kept safe in a bedroom / or would they
need to be vented out side, I am trying to find away to help my farther
replace all is stolen 600 watt solar set up which I know took him two years
more to get everything he lives in UK ,I cant even find an inverter that
will run 230 / 240 volt UK items,I spent hours on line looking can you give
me any tips were to look battery’s to use
Nokia Bermuda says:
December 20, 2014 at 10:45 pm (UTC 0)
Battery power
TK Do says:
December 20, 2014 at 10:51 pm (UTC 0)
Wow, I do love your setup. Thanks for sharing your inside. If possible, can
you tell me how do I know how many batteries and how many solar panels do I
need to run one fridge, one freezer, and some household lights. Thank you
in advance. Dino
ColoradoBiker Prepper says:
December 20, 2014 at 11:31 pm (UTC 0)
ALL of these batteries are not as good as you can get for the money.
They’re either lead-acid or gel-cell. All of them have a VERY limited
lifespan of 5-10 years if used correctly and properly maintained. Where are
the Nickel-Iron batteries, Iron-Edison batteries have a 10 year guarantee
and some of the original Edison Electric Co. Nickel Iron batteries are
still working (some at almost 85% capacity) 100 years later! Why spend a
ton of money on something that should last at least 20 years but only lasts
5-10 years. The lead-acid batteries are 19th century technology, why are we
still using it? Ni-Fe batteries can be discharged MUCH MORE without
damaging them and reducing their lifespan. They also have better
charge/discharge capabilities, and if properly maintained should last your
LIFETIME!
Asmodel says:
December 21, 2014 at 12:24 am (UTC 0)
go for cdr-king solar panel much cheaper than other brands.