Grid Tie Inverter
I am thinking about using a Grid Tie Inverter in my 5th Wheel. Can I use a Battery for input Power, or would I need Solar?
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If using this to reduce electric bills you will need to have a net metering agreement with the power company. You will need to have a meter installed that runs both ways. You will likely be required to install a disconnect switch by the meter for the power companies access. You will need the installation to be permitted and inspected by the city or county it's installed in.
If you can do all this then you can probably install a grid tie inverter and reduce your power bill. You won't need a battery.
If you want to integrate this with a battery based inverter there are several models available made by Conext and Outback. None of them are 12v DC. They are all 48v DC. You can install a 48v battery bank, 48v solar array, and 48v grid tie capable battery inverter. It will reduce your electric bills and provide off grid power when not connected to the grid. It will take around 15 years to recoup the investment. Yes, really. Grid tie only takes around 8 or 9 years. It's cheaper not having the batteries.
If you can do all this then you can probably install a grid tie inverter and reduce your power bill. You won't need a battery.
If you want to integrate this with a battery based inverter there are several models available made by Conext and Outback. None of them are 12v DC. They are all 48v DC. You can install a 48v battery bank, 48v solar array, and 48v grid tie capable battery inverter. It will reduce your electric bills and provide off grid power when not connected to the grid. It will take around 15 years to recoup the investment. Yes, really. Grid tie only takes around 8 or 9 years. It's cheaper not having the batteries.
