Going Off Grid - DIY 4600w Solar Lithium Battery Power System EP7

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Scott Turner

Scott Turner

Күн бұрын

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@CNile-se9xw
@CNile-se9xw Жыл бұрын
It's always nice when KZbinrs have each other's back. 👍🇦🇺👍 BTW, very impressive system & build. I used to work for ETSA, which was our South Aussie electricity supplier & was against privatisation from the get-go. Thumbs up for going self-sufficient & tubing your nose at utility rorts.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious Жыл бұрын
Thank you! It was great to have Tim around for the installation. He even cooked up a great feed that evening! This installation certainly has taught me a lot about electricity.
@Batti2323
@Batti2323 2 жыл бұрын
That's a HUGE deal, Scott!!! Beautiful job! Thank you Tim for making this possible.
@kerouacf0069
@kerouacf0069 2 жыл бұрын
All this electrickery way above my head, still enjoyed seeing and learning stuff. Lamb shank sounded nice too, lol. Stay safe and well.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Mmmmmm Lamb Shank :) Cheers again!
@josephharrington3530
@josephharrington3530 2 жыл бұрын
You definitely won't miss the sound of a generator running! Congrats on the progress
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
100% right. Handy for a back up but shatters the tranquillity. Thankyou Joseph.
@Doitgood52
@Doitgood52 2 жыл бұрын
And then there was never another bill.. ANTI-INFLATIONARY!😮😊Every home should have a system like this. Our government should provide more incentives to allow landlords to provide the opportunity for tenants to access the technology and then cost of living pressures might subside. Love your work, keep the videos coming ✅🦠⛈🔥
@jonathanrashleigh8771
@jonathanrashleigh8771 2 жыл бұрын
It’s a bit of misconception that you’ll never pay a bill again. Batteries need replacing/expanding and panels need upgrading. Even the inverters (the really expensive part) die. So put that power bill money aside you are going to need it one day. Love being off grid though and the obvious environmental benefits.
@ballbous
@ballbous Жыл бұрын
@@jonathanrashleigh8771 It's really a misconception that the costs of maintaining a modern LiFePo4 system are anywhere near an order of magnitude lower than what you can expect to pay for mains electricity, especially these last few years, the quality of inverters has improved drastically over the last 3 years, and the cost of inverters, panels and cells has all fallen similarly. LiFePo4 cell longevity increases exponentially with reduced depth of discharge, so you can expect them to outlive you if you oversize them adequately. You can get a modern, high quality 5kw Chinese inverter for 500 AUD and an 11kw inverter for under 1000 AUD, at current electricity prices; buying low cost components a high electricity user could turn over their system every 2 years and still be near breaking even. Nothing needs replacing anywhere near every 2 years.
@sreekumarUSA
@sreekumarUSA 2 жыл бұрын
102122/0248h PST 🇺🇸 102122/2048h NSW 🇦🇺 Greetings from California. The real time presentation was great. Thank you. The help from the In laws were equally great. Thank you. Good to see the location has no shades falling on the PV array. Wish you all the best and 73s…
@branchandfoundry560
@branchandfoundry560 2 жыл бұрын
Congrats, Scott! Must feel liberating to have that milestone accomplished.
@Justins_shed
@Justins_shed 2 жыл бұрын
Another excellent video, Scott. A lot of people will watch this for a one-stop look at what’s involved in getting a system up and running.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Justin!
@MrBrewsk
@MrBrewsk 2 жыл бұрын
You have some great outlaws & friends. That is a very nice solar system. I laughed "Well here is moment of truth. No Smoke?" Great job.
@Dutch779
@Dutch779 2 жыл бұрын
That's the best cherry picker I've ever seen Scot. 10 times more gadgets on the powerboard, all for a dose of sunshine. 😊 Good job mate.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Haha, thanks Paul! I'm too tight to rent the Cherry Picker ;)
@kimokoanui3732
@kimokoanui3732 2 жыл бұрын
Nice system. I've lived offgrid in Hawaii for the past 14 years and swear by Victron products. I think they're number one in the industry. Also I've learned quite a bit from will prowse even though I'm twice his age. Thanks for posting
@LeeOla8
@LeeOla8 21 күн бұрын
Great job of the shower area. Looks great and very practical
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 21 күн бұрын
Thanks Lee; it turns out good enough for us two old ducks
@65cj55
@65cj55 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing Scott, never in mind did i think this would be a thing, i'm still getting over Battery Tools.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
haha! Yes so true. Beats running the noisy diesel generator though ;)
@davidsnyder2000
@davidsnyder2000 2 жыл бұрын
So much nicer than a loud engine running all the time and trips back and forth to the petrol station 👍🙂
@genericuserid7283391
@genericuserid7283391 2 жыл бұрын
That's a milestone, love to see it. I've watched a handful of off grid youtubers put together a battery bank and solar array but holy hell yours is impressive.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Very kind Scott! Thank you!
@cowboymcq6711
@cowboymcq6711 Жыл бұрын
Living off-grid is a lot of work but so rewarding in the END 🎉‼️. I’ve got a place in maine and been off grid for 3 years now so cool
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious Жыл бұрын
Total agree. So much work, especially getting started, but it is good work and the lifestyle is a great teacher. All the best!
@AdamDeLayDIY
@AdamDeLayDIY 2 жыл бұрын
Congrats on the install! Working on my own with the EG4 6500EX inverters.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Adam. Those all in one inverters do interest me.
@AdamDeLayDIY
@AdamDeLayDIY 2 жыл бұрын
I am attempting to document my installation on my channel if your interested.
@kellyjoe4life
@kellyjoe4life 2 жыл бұрын
@@AdamDeLayDIY what’s your channel interested in learning more to build a system
@AdamDeLayDIY
@AdamDeLayDIY 2 жыл бұрын
@@kellyjoe4life You can click on my name or use this link: kzbin.info/door/YPJ-fAVyGUiEBB6pKATxgQ
@wadebrewer7212
@wadebrewer7212 2 жыл бұрын
Will is am awesome content creator. He has done a great service to the solar community and a lot of new folks to solar too.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Totally agree Wade.
@TheCaptainbeefylog
@TheCaptainbeefylog 2 жыл бұрын
I've talked to a bunch of people about stand-alone power systems and many complain at the price tag. True, there is a bit of money involved, but compared to getting mains power connected (if such a thing is even remotely possible where your property is) it's a no-brainer! The efficiency and simplicity of components today, as compared to even 10 years ago, is amazing. If people want to go really cheaply, then they can get everything from panels ($20-50), inverters (under $100) and batteries (about $100 each) second-hand from Facebook Marketplace and other sites. The quality varies radically and ideally you would have everything tested (buyer beware!). I should point out though, that while you CAN go quite cheaply, you're getting it cheap for a reason and I wouldn't rely on it for a long-term system. As with most things, new is usually best. Once again you've shown us that it's not rocket surgery. Well done and nicely explained. Thanks Scott.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks again! There is power down the road, but like you say $$ for poles and connection so we bit the bullet and did it ourselves. A big thing with this system is now we have built it, we understand it and if something goes wrong I'll be able to fix it without to much drama.
@waynecreech
@waynecreech Жыл бұрын
I geek out on Solar, this was a great video. Thanks Scott!
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious Жыл бұрын
Much appreciated Wayne!
@DamienWise
@DamienWise 2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant off-grid solar setup! I appreciate you sharing your process and experience here -- always happy to learn more about rooftop solar for the home.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Damien!
@tinkermouse-scottrussell3738
@tinkermouse-scottrussell3738 2 жыл бұрын
Self-sufficiency at its best enjoy, Scott. Play safe from Elliot Lake, Ontario, Canada.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Scott! Agreed!
@tomim7187
@tomim7187 2 жыл бұрын
Looking to upgrade to solar with batteries in the next few years. THanks for the primer! Glad you have THE POWER!
@bafman
@bafman 2 жыл бұрын
Nice work Scott. Looks like a beast of a system. Would love to see your feedback on how well it's coping with your needs as time goes on. Keep it up mate.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Brett. I'll follow up down the track, cheers.
@Fredatbedrock
@Fredatbedrock 2 жыл бұрын
Wow fantastic great job it made me smile when you turned the bandsaw on job done
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Was a good feeling, cheers Alan.
@rodolfomiguelserra
@rodolfomiguelserra 2 жыл бұрын
Amigo Scott, ver para creer ! Veo que has creado en un páramo agreste un verdadero "Centro de Comando Industrial", nadie hubiera imaginado lo que has hecho con tanta voluntad y perseverancia lográndose este objetivo. Espero pronto ver esas creaciones a las que ya nos tienes acostumbrados, estaré en primera fila ! Un fuerte abrazo Scott.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Gracias Rodolfo!! Tanto trabajo por hacer. Te veré de nuevo pronto.
@EpicHardware
@EpicHardware 2 жыл бұрын
i got the same inverter and batteries shunt etc.. it seems youtube understand exactly what i want to see. Great build!
@MCsCreations
@MCsCreations 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic work, Scoot! 😃 I want to do the same here at home, as soon as I can! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
@BeeeHonest
@BeeeHonest 2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant! And yes I am Will's big fan too!
@joeglennaz
@joeglennaz Жыл бұрын
Hello from Phoenix Arizona. I really enjoyed the video. Thank you I watch wills channel as well.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious Жыл бұрын
Thank you Joe!
@lelongclaude8181
@lelongclaude8181 2 жыл бұрын
Salut scott un super boulot comme d’habitude .petit à petit l’oiseau fait son nid bravo et merci .😁👍👍
@WiSeNhEiMeR-1369
@WiSeNhEiMeR-1369 Жыл бұрын
HOWdy G-O-G, Thanks for showing us your SYSTEM COOP the WiSeNhEiMeR from Richmond, INDIANA - USA ...
@thelegalfiction
@thelegalfiction 2 жыл бұрын
Top stuff Scott. I've got 2130w on my bus roof and a multiplus 12 3000 and 3x 280ah eve battery packs. All victron smart mppt and cerbo gx. Great having autonomy, good stuff 🍻
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'm a fan of the Victron gear. Time will tell how it all goes but fingers crossed.
@gidgeegorilla
@gidgeegorilla 2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video mate, Tim is a mate of my brother, they met through my bro's youtube channel.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Hey big Fella! Thanks. Yes he has mentioned you both fondly. Tim has a heart of gold and I'm glad I met him. All the best mate, take care.
@stuartkorte1642
@stuartkorte1642 7 ай бұрын
Shout out to Tim and his Florida Safety Shoes. 👍
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 7 ай бұрын
Gold!
@Crewman2770
@Crewman2770 2 жыл бұрын
Well done mate, I would need a wall full of batteries over here and then some lol. 👍🇬🇧👍
@reefr80
@reefr80 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful simple set up. We'll explained. Thanks for sharing
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Simon, I saw earlier your comment about overloading the breakers but now I cannot find them. I have two 25 amp breakers with a max load of 20 amps each. Each series string will give just over 130v at 10 amps. Then two strings are put in parallel ring 130v t 20 amps. This then goes through a 25 amp DC Breaker. Same for the next six panels. I hope this helps clarify.
@reefr80
@reefr80 2 жыл бұрын
@@ScottTurnerformeindustrioussorry, I missunderstood how you wired up the panels from the video, I thought it was in parallel then series, making it 30amps and 100v per string, posted about overloading the dc breaker, then double checked, realizing my mistake, then deleted the comment.
@vikitheviki
@vikitheviki 2 жыл бұрын
Never let that magic smoke out. Stuff doesn't work without it 😉😁
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Nice and tight, no smoke escapes ;)
@tree_carcass_mangler
@tree_carcass_mangler 2 жыл бұрын
Yep, keep that magic blue smoke inside the gadget.
@micksmith3021
@micksmith3021 2 жыл бұрын
Very hard to get it back in to
@theds2003
@theds2003 2 жыл бұрын
Wow nice one Must be a great feeling having it up and running
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Sure is, and a relief too.
@nickoldfield4032
@nickoldfield4032 2 жыл бұрын
Bloody good to watch as you are talented and you also have a great sense of humour. Some more uncut ones would be good.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Nick!!
@8arzum
@8arzum 2 жыл бұрын
Happy days dude.. great job.
@Bear_Builds
@Bear_Builds 2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations on meeting and overcoming another obstacle! Keep up the great work, everything is coming together very nicely!!!
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Barry!
@acraig5075
@acraig5075 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic! That'll be a big milestone reached in this adventure of yours.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alasdair
@dominic-ryan
@dominic-ryan Жыл бұрын
Great build. That earth stake looked like it took some convincing 😂. Looking to do something similar to power my critical circuits overnight by storing my excess solar instead of pushing it out into the grid.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yes it liked a beating :) good idea if you can get better use of your solar. Generally I'm topped off at 10am so I loose all the solar from that point. I should put in an electric hot water system.
@herrminni
@herrminni 2 жыл бұрын
Nice build! One thing I wanted to add, since I have not found it in others comments: You should think about locking/tying together the LiFePo batteries. Research shows, that they will last 30-40% longer, when they are locked and can't expand...
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yes I have had a lot of comments on that. I will have to do something. Cheers
@simonabboud5987
@simonabboud5987 2 жыл бұрын
Great video love to watch every video you make I always learn something new
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Very much appreciated Simon!!
@garyjones2582
@garyjones2582 2 жыл бұрын
Very nice work Scott... Be careful and take care...
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Gary! God Bless.
@hizzeist
@hizzeist 2 жыл бұрын
Great video.. really cool to see it all come together.. would be interested to see how you found and decided on all the components
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Benjamin. Oh that was a saga! Not many places cater for someone setting up a their own large DIY system. I'll have to do some sort of break down. This video was really keeping in touch with progress to date.
@ebutuoy451
@ebutuoy451 Жыл бұрын
Love it. Also a big fan of Wil Prowse. Looks good.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@davidsnyder2000
@davidsnyder2000 2 жыл бұрын
So nice to have great family and friends❤️🙏 That electrical job would scare me to try and do. Thanks for walking everyone through the install. It’s a bit of a job there lol😄 Looking really good and love the puppy dogs❤️😊
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you David! I am blessed :)
@2-trueman918
@2-trueman918 2 жыл бұрын
Love seeing a good solar set up👍
@DavidR8
@DavidR8 2 жыл бұрын
Pretty awesome in-laws you have there Scott. :)
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely!
@FixitFingers
@FixitFingers 2 жыл бұрын
Big step forward! Wifey and I have just booked a trip to Cairns, you can turn on some of that sun in November please ;)
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Raining right now but November is normally on the dry side, unless someone comes up for a holiday ;)
@FixitFingers
@FixitFingers 2 жыл бұрын
@@ScottTurnerformeindustrious We've been lucky. Was up in Nov 6 years ago on our first honeymoon, then March this year and both dry... 3rd time the charm for a cyclone? ;)
@TheLizzardlicks
@TheLizzardlicks 2 жыл бұрын
cool as ol mate im still impressed with the things you get up to
@surinfarmwest6645
@surinfarmwest6645 2 жыл бұрын
To keep it legal ..... take a trip here and watch people rewiring the power from the cables going down the street. The main qualification seems to be a bottle of rice whisky before, during, and the testing afterwards. Nice job and not that many panels.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I've seen a bit of that sort of power grid - wild!!
@keithgodleman2557
@keithgodleman2557 2 жыл бұрын
Congrats Scott your getting there 👍
@erikslagter3231
@erikslagter3231 2 жыл бұрын
You can strip a lot more of the insulation for those mc4 connectors. Gives more contact
@shawnmurphy6490
@shawnmurphy6490 2 жыл бұрын
Love the enthusiasm. I feel the same way!
@spillsy33
@spillsy33 2 жыл бұрын
great video , i built my own system recently as well ,good fun , learnt alot , guys like wil prowse make life alot easier with there great diy videos
@benclib
@benclib 2 жыл бұрын
Superbe vidéo. Super boulot!! Hugs from France 🇫🇷 ;)
@lawrencedavidson6195
@lawrencedavidson6195 2 жыл бұрын
Nice system. Greetings from Jamaica.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Lawrence!
@stevenfrazier8939
@stevenfrazier8939 8 ай бұрын
Very clean build, good job. however, your battery is 280×51.2=14,336 watt hours. I have built two of them and they came to 28,672 watt hours. I used JK BMS with 200 amp charge/discharge and 2 amp active balancing. I followed Andy from Andy's Garage when building our's.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 8 ай бұрын
Thanks Steven. I just go off the Manufacturers specs which go off 48v nominal. I enjoy watching Andy's show. Cheers.
@oldchev2850
@oldchev2850 2 жыл бұрын
Great work Scott. Bit of upfront cost that’ll pay itself off pretty quick. It might even cool the shed down slightly. Appreciate the video, Cheers Pete
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks again Pete! Yes it does help keep the sun off the roof making it a bit cooler.
@earthenergyhex
@earthenergyhex Жыл бұрын
Really nice job. looks great
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious Жыл бұрын
Thank you Tony!
@drmkiwi
@drmkiwi 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely "you bewty". Cheers, David
@ricardomarcelino8388
@ricardomarcelino8388 2 жыл бұрын
Great build video, excelente craftsmanship, I just think you got the wrong BMS there... I think Daly's are really not the best for the setup you have. Thanks for the video.
@The.2.Minute-Man
@The.2.Minute-Man 2 жыл бұрын
Hi mate really enjoyed ..A big thanks for your time.. Liked and Subscribed
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Many thanks!!
@garagemonkeysan
@garagemonkeysan 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Going solar super cool and convenient. Mahalo for sharing! : )
@onomatopejaB
@onomatopejaB 2 жыл бұрын
Will is cool dude :) Nice channel with planty info about off-grid
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Very true. A great wealth of knowledge.
@NigelMarston
@NigelMarston 2 жыл бұрын
Australian thongs and British thongs are SO different 😂 I am looking at expanding my meagre solar PV with a few additional panels. This was a well-timed video.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
We have both. I normally wear both haha ;)
@NigelMarston
@NigelMarston 2 жыл бұрын
@@ScottTurnerformeindustrious Nothing like a good flossing to set you up for a day. 😆
@jewu-hm9oh
@jewu-hm9oh 2 жыл бұрын
Great👌 my next big project planed a long time
@JR-kk6ce
@JR-kk6ce 2 жыл бұрын
A salute to Gloria and Michael for being great parents-in-law.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
100%!
@iainhetherington4608
@iainhetherington4608 2 жыл бұрын
When you flicked the switch I was expecting an increasing whir like a jet engine, then a constant hum at the end, just saying. Great job Cheers from down south
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Iain! Such a good feeling.
@joell439
@joell439 2 жыл бұрын
fantastic accomplishment - 👍👍😎👍👍
@j.badinter988
@j.badinter988 Жыл бұрын
Clean install, liked to see that. QUESTIONS: I don't see a battery fuse..? Those cells must be compressed as suggested in the manual. They will last 25% longer...
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I have the 80 amp breaker. Yes I have yet to compress the cells.
@UKsystems
@UKsystems 2 ай бұрын
Remember it is a good ides to complete victrons trailing and to look at documentation as some types of wire can be prohibited
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 ай бұрын
That's right. Cheers.
@sfcarp9418
@sfcarp9418 2 жыл бұрын
I have a hybrid / partial off grid system myself with a 9kva Dunlite Sinewave backup generator . I don't feed power to the grid at all and only cycle it to top up the batteries when needed . Whatever you do Scott , DON'T have it WIFI enabled or at least have it able to be wifi disabled at the panel or board . If you can remotely operate it , it can be remotely switched OFF and disabled by outside sources !! That component WILL become very relevant soon enough ! All the best mate , great set up by the way . 👍👍
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the advice. Yep crooks are everywhere.
@HomesteadAesthetics
@HomesteadAesthetics 10 ай бұрын
Geez Scott, you and Tim make that look easy. So I'm wondering if you can explain a bit about cost of your solar set up please 🙏 I'm in the process of researching solar for my own off grid and hoping to steal your hard work 😂
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 10 ай бұрын
Thank you! Cost of the system as shown in the video was around 15k AUD. Figures are rough but close enough. MPPT $1200, Inverter Charger $2700, Cerbo GX $400, Shunt $300, Panels and racking $4500, Batteries $5000. The rest is in wire and switches etc. Hope this helps.
@onomatopejaB
@onomatopejaB 2 жыл бұрын
It is good idea to compress cells a little bit - it will make them last longer :)
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers
@marksherwin9110
@marksherwin9110 2 жыл бұрын
Very nicely done Scott. Victron is top gear which I'm sure will last any years to come.. I'm interested in the Lithium batteries you have used.. and of course their reliability.. Would you have some more details.. Every month think about how you have not paid a bill to connect to the electricity grid, and of course the per KW charges.. Lovely stuff. Once again thank you for a very interesting and entertaining video..
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mark! I got the batteries from Lifepo4 Oz 280 amphr lithium 48 volt kit with BMS. Yes it is great but you have to keep in mind the upfront cost and the capacity is limited compared to grid connection. Additionally you have the cost of ownership/ maintenance. If you are handy it is very doable. For my situation I have more than enough power.
@MiniLuv-1984
@MiniLuv-1984 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome inlaws and friends! A brilliant and efficient installation Scott. Nice one! One thought, did you consider setting up the solar panels in front of the shed to create a additional shelter? I think the panels would perform better in the open, but of course, you would have to build the supporting structure.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Benjamin! Yes existing structure plus it cools the shed also.
@MiniLuv-1984
@MiniLuv-1984 2 жыл бұрын
@@ScottTurnerformeindustrious I can't talk, mine are on the roof too, but I've been considering building a veranda and tossing up whether to use roofing sheet products or use solar panels instead. Hence my original question...It seems too good a solution in my eyes...I'm just going to use 2nd hand panels and they will be running a hot water service. I guess I was fishing to see if you had considered that option and if you had, why you had rejected the idea - maybe I've missed something?
@2jza70
@2jza70 2 жыл бұрын
Love a good solar setup. Looks great!
@rickeyman2215
@rickeyman2215 2 жыл бұрын
Good job mates!
@evevans5580
@evevans5580 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing Scott. We are thinking of doing all this when we retire so its great to follow your videos. Can you share how much this cost for all the parts. Cheers
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for following along. My system cost around the 15k mark (AUD)
@428Mario
@428Mario 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, enjoyed it
@evil17
@evil17 2 жыл бұрын
Great Scott, Scott. Good job & quick build vid. I love Will Prowse too, but you might want to check out Andy’s Off Grid Garage Australia, for some local talent and excellent info on this type of setup, he really knows his stuff. It looks like some sort of a marine ply ur using as a backing to ur Power Wall, you may have to use a fibre cement type board (non-flammable) to comply. Not sure what BMS u have there or what preinstallation prep u have done (balancing etc), but I will give u a tip for a backup or replacement, check out the 48v 200A JK BMS with 2A active balancing (Ali Express), they work great with these cells. Will have to check out some of ur other vids. Cheers
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks again! Diligreen BMS 200Amp. In time I'll get more knowledge on the system, largely thanks to Andy and Will. All the best.
@mikischiro
@mikischiro 2 жыл бұрын
Really nice job, clear and simply! I have a question, the Victron charge controller have some protections against shoting down from the bms? I would love to change my Epever to Victron, because Epever burn without batteries connected and solar pannels still working.. Thanks from lands of Venice 🇮🇹
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Miki! It only has the 80 AMP MCB.
@badjuju6563
@badjuju6563 2 жыл бұрын
The bank account is taking a beating. It will defiantly help speed up future builds though without the noisy genset.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed! Thank you.
@jonwilson6077
@jonwilson6077 2 жыл бұрын
A breakdown of the costs would be amazing
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Jon. I'll probably do a follow up video to cover more detail as this was just to keep in touch with my progress so far. Nearly 5k for all the Victron gear, MPPT, Inverter/Charger/ Cerbo GX. Panels and rack plus breakers Under 4k. Batteries under 5k plus miscellaneous.
@jeromethebault1271
@jeromethebault1271 2 жыл бұрын
nice system , hello from france
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Jerome!
@MegaPatients
@MegaPatients Жыл бұрын
Brilliant job, could you possibly give a around about cost of all parts to buy...thank you so much.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious Жыл бұрын
Thank you. My diy system cost around 15k. Inverter was around 2.5k, MPPT 1.2k, Cerbo and shunt around .7k Batteries around 5k. Just under 5k for Solar panels racks and wire. The rest is in the 240v Install.
@adriantaylor741
@adriantaylor741 5 ай бұрын
Thanks, nice to know 👍
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 5 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@seaforb13
@seaforb13 2 жыл бұрын
Well done mate
@Mazlem
@Mazlem 2 жыл бұрын
Looking good 👍 I recently finished a powerwall using EV batteries and already want to build a new one with LFP cells lol
@PaulMcGuinness
@PaulMcGuinness 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent work. I just wish our house had the right aspect to take advantage of this sort of setup 😞
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Yes Aspect is super important. Thank you Paul!
@brettb2516
@brettb2516 2 жыл бұрын
Great work! Thanks for sharing. I’m just worried you don’t have any surge protection. On the AC and DC side. They really cost nothing in the grand scheme of things. Suppliers in South Africa will void your warranty if these are not in place.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Brett! I had a hard time trying to find someone that supplied Lightening protection for the solar input. I keep getting told just have good earthing, plus I insisted having the 25 amp dc breakers coming into the MPPT. On the AC side I have breakers plus the RCD. I'll see what I can find for high voltage protection, I'll keep looking.
@TheQuinny67
@TheQuinny67 2 жыл бұрын
Nice work Scotty ... I'm guessing you've had a bit of rain up there this week. Do you get flooded in at all ? I guess the next thing to do will be a septic tank ?
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ian! No flooding and yes a flushing toilet is on the cards soon with septic.
@ngongagozambo7410
@ngongagozambo7410 Жыл бұрын
Use the same manufacturer Vectron for my 11 kWp photovoltaic system. A good choice.
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious Жыл бұрын
So far no complaints.
@dominiquebellebault4760
@dominiquebellebault4760 2 жыл бұрын
Se qui bien avec le temps et les année on a plus accessibilité a l'outillage en France pour avoir des panneaux photovoltaïques il fallait un crédit a la banque l'état fesait une prime énergétique l'edf installer et vous devait vendre votre production d'énergie pendant 5 ans le temps de tous remboursés et après c'était a vous.. et même maintenant vous pouvez vendre une partie a votre fournisseur d'énergie .👍🏻. j'aime beaucoup votre installation pour alimenter juste mon atelier sa donne des idée très bonne continuation vivement la prochaine video ❤
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Merci beaucoup! Oui, les pouvoirs en place peuvent rendre les choses très difficiles, surtout lorsqu'ils sont connectés au réseau. Dans mon cas, je suis juste allé de l'avant et j'ai fait le travail et c'est comme ça que je l'aime. Merci encore et tout le meilleur!
@rpmdiscoandsolar9598
@rpmdiscoandsolar9598 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing home power..
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Thankyou!
@tonilennard9930
@tonilennard9930 2 жыл бұрын
Hi there Scott. My husband and I are very impressed with your brilliant solar power arrangement. We are in the process of replacing our solar batteries (bought second hand and pretty much on their last legs now). We are interested that you bought the LifePo Oz batteries. We've seen so much criticism online, rubbishing this brand and would like your opinion, as someone who obviously knows what he's talking about. Are you happy with the quality of the LifePo batteries you bought? Are they performing up to your expectations and requirements?
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious
@ScottTurnerformeindustrious 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Toni. Thank you! So far my use of the system has been limited. I'm still in transit to Iive there permanently. However so far so good. The batteries have never dropped below 80% full. Mine are the Eve 280 amp hour batteries. So I guess I'm happy at this stage. I'll do a more comprehensive review in the future. All the best.
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