Yet another Solar Install thread
I've read most of the numerous install threads related to the subject but wanted to start my own:B I'm in the beginning planning stages and want to start with panel selection so I'll just start by ...
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Renoman69's install compilation thread is a good one. Also, Jack and Dan Meyer's website has a lot of good information.
I bought my module from Solarblvd.com and am happy with everything except the shipping cost, as Mena noted.
Potential amount of solar charging power is hinged on battery capacity and daily use, for the most part. Living in sunny CA helps. If you haven't done an energy audit, this downloadable spreadsheet, posted by Pianotuna, is a really good way to estimate needs and battery capacity.
I chose a 24v nominal 235w module and a Morningstar MPPT controller for my needs. The controller can set charging parameters through the optional PC software interface and also shows real-time data from the system. It is geeky as H&^%.
I bought my module from Solarblvd.com and am happy with everything except the shipping cost, as Mena noted.
Potential amount of solar charging power is hinged on battery capacity and daily use, for the most part. Living in sunny CA helps. If you haven't done an energy audit, this downloadable spreadsheet, posted by Pianotuna, is a really good way to estimate needs and battery capacity.
I chose a 24v nominal 235w module and a Morningstar MPPT controller for my needs. The controller can set charging parameters through the optional PC software interface and also shows real-time data from the system. It is geeky as H&^%.
