FYI Basic Solar Kit from Costco
Seems like a good DIY deal with all you get. 4 100w polycrystalline panels, 2000w PSW inverter, and looks like a Xantrex Trace C35Amp controller. http://www.costco.com/.product.100111497.ht...
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Horizon170 wrote:You will need a big building if you expect any heat-related appliances like a water heater. I do not know if WHs are sold as 120v units. Were I in your shoes, I'd be expecting to install at least 16 batteries.
.. building that could be used for battery storage and the building is 10' X 20' and half (20' X approx 6.5') the gable roof is facing SSW or almost due South
I don't mind the expense but want a big bang for the buck, so to speak.
There are several other things the wonderful FREE Sunlight can help us with like water heating, even cooking with the right salvageable items.
I have 8 in my RV, and 800w of solar, 2kw inverter, but, I don't run the refer, or water heater, or cook with electric. It's usually overkill, but, if it weren't for those stinkin' cloudy days, I wouldn't need that much. It's very comfortable.
House power needs are generally much larger, assuming you want next-to-grid comfort.
