Ground Mount Solar 400 Watt System

This video explains my new ground Mount Off-Grid 400 watt system and the components used.
#homestead #offgrid #solarcabin

[@TechTuners]

Nice! Well explained and I learnt something compared to other videos. Good to see that you can run a laptop and fridge from 400w worth of panels!

[@DominickBlack]

I can't wait to see what you get with the new addition you're planning on building.

[@TheH20please]

Hey, LaMar ... always good to see a new update from you. I learn something new each time I watch and re-watch your videos. Proves that you can teach this old lady who is willing to learn. You're like visiting with an old friend. God bless you from south Texas.

[@solarcabin]

Thanks friend!

[@SusanRogersMakingItWork4Me]

Good to hear from you again, nice new solar set up!

[@solarcabin]

Thanks Susan!

[@Tsonontowan]

I love it man! This time next year I'm gonna b livin in one your dezigns. I Really admire what you'r doin here! I dig your songz too.

[@preparedchipmunk]

I like the solar kitties too.

[@kendean4278]

Interesting. I’m considering a fridge in my cabin. U just helped with my thought process. I’ve used basic solar for lights and fans for some time now

[@solarcabin]

Glad it was helpful!

[@darangemaster1]

Thanks Lamar, good stuff! i've been looking for a piece of property near my area in the Land of fruits and nuts but most of the areas are way over codie In CA they don't want water catchment or this or that and even a friggin permit for a shed! cant' wait to retire the GTFOOH!

[@Mowers11]

Very,very interesting. Plenty of power on 4 panels. You rock! Keep up the good work. I think I could do this.

[@ROHDESONTHEROAD]

God bless you brother. Just started homesteading here and have been racking my brain on a simple solar setup. With the layout you have, I've discovered, I'm actually in really good shape with the equipment I have, I just over thought it. So thanks to you, I HAVE THE POWER!! Will you be adding a wind generator? We get lots of wind here in Northern Nevada.

[@billywalton87]

howd your solar project turn out?

[@crashoveride17]

Hi LaMar, I was just wondering what county you live in. I've been calling a lot of county offices about a days drive from where I live in Las Vegas and all of the ones I've been able to get ahold of say a shed has to be under 150 sqft to under 120 sqft. My wife and I have been learning up on how to run a small homestead for the last 3 years and we would like to get started asap. But 120 sqft is kind of small and we would love to dodge increased property taxes. Also do you know of any good websites the have general listings of building codes by state and county? I've looked but have had no luck. An amazing thing you're doing by the way, living free and teaching others how to do the same.You're a true patriot. You are actually the youtuber who showed me that this is possible and that people do this successfully across the country. So thank you and never stop doing what you do.

[@solarcabin]

You can build more than one shed with a porch between in some areas. Best to get the codes directly from the county where you want to build. Many counties have their own website where you can download the codes.

[@ravinprasad5089]

good day

[@nowone21]

Always great info LaMar! Thanks for a sharing.

[@solarcabin]

Thanks friend!

[@carlwakeling4915]

Great product and video 👍

[@solarcabin]

Thanks friend!

[@shadowoh67]

Nice setup, Just wanted to tell you about my fridge. I have a small chest type freezer plugged into a freezer temp controller set to 39 deg. works great and uses a lot less power then a regular fridge, gives more storage room than the little cooler.

[@solarcabin]

I have a chest freezer run off a separate system: Ask LaMar: ARB Fridge/Freezer Comparison Review

[@solarcabin]

Because of a couple of jerks trolling my channel subscribers I now have to approve all comments so if you don't see your comment right away don't worry and I will review and get them posted as soon as possible. Thanks for understanding!

[@mychannel-rg3dw]

Looking good lamar..yours was the first off grid channel i saw on youtube..doing off grid cabin..i am off grid also now on my own land in central florida in an old ghost town..i am building my cabin interor only i started with a 12x20 pre built building...its comming along..just wanted to thank you for inspiring me to go for it....thanks...ps...would love to hear some more of your songs....john

[@lanceguilin]

hi Solarcabin. Interesting. We have a lot of the same solar equipment. I have: 6 x 100 watt Renogy Mono Panels 5 x 125Ah VmaxVtank Solar AGM Batteries 1 x 175 Watt Go Power Modified Sine Wave inverter Haha.. So I found it very funny when I saw this video that we have some of the same stuff. I got all my stuff before seeing this video. To be sure, I also have a 1500 Watt Cotek Pure Sine Wave inverter, as well as a 300 watt Go Power Pure Sine Wave inverter, but I do like the little 175 watt Go Power Modified Sine Wave inverter for the same reason you do -- i.e. no fan, so it requires less power and it's quiet. Regarding the VmaxVtanks AGMs, I have mixed feelings about them. AGMs have their pros, but one HUGE con is that you can't equalize them. I am starting to really regret buying these Vmax AGMs because they will ultimately get out of balance when you have a battery bank and it would have been much better if you're able to equalize the entire battery bank to bring them up to the same high voltage. If you only use one AGM battery, they work great. But if you have more than one connected together, given the fact that you can't equalize them, I don't think AGMs are the best for battery banks. Anyway, good look and happy holidays!

[@ldmcnutt]

+lanceguilin What do you use for a charge controller? You're pushing 50 amps into a 12 volt battery bank? I've been looking, but I don't see many charge controllers larger than 35 amps.

[@lanceguilin]

Larz I use MidNite Solar's KID controller. It can do 30 amps max. My battery bank is actually nominal 24v bank. I connected two batteries in series to form 24v and then connect two of those 24v batteries in parallel to form my 250 AHr 24v battery bank. I have to say that after a year's worth of usage, these batteries are NOT performing well at all for the cost. It goes back to the fact that they can't be equalized. The batteries eventually go out of synch in voltage. And it's almost impossible to maintain these AGMs without the ability to equalize to bring them all back to equal voltage. I would NOT recommend these batteries for a solar system. If I got a do-over, I'd get lead acid batteries where I could add water and equalize. Probably go with Trojan batteries.

[@nyghtmyst5118]

Lance Guilin hey I note that you have 600watt system I just got my 400 watt system need to collect a few more thing to start it up but how many 12v batteries will it charge properly I live in the 48 parallel so they are say 3 good hours of sun I got the mppt charge controler instead of pwm

[@UTubeGlennAR]

I too like ground mount PV panel mounting for all the same reasons + one more. I have slightly modified my top of the pole mount so I can manually rotate/track the sun if and when I feel like it with out needing to use any tools. I have noted that by point my 2, 10 panel each Sharp 235 watt panel arrays into the sun periodically thru out the day often increases the combined out put of my two top of the pole arrays by 1,000 watts per hour.

[@georgesenda1952]

Cute kitties !😻🐱

[@Jboysden]

Awesome Video, I'm fixing to buy 2-400 watt set ups to run my home and shed, thanks for the info Brudha😏👊👍

[@gonicjon]

very good video, very informational with nessessary details

[@ryanravencaller]

Love your videos!!!!!! can't wait to see more

[@WestAkWesko]

very good especial the camping fridge I like Greetings from Germany Munich

[@nol1379]

See what you have been up to since last video. Nice work in looking out for your health in the winter. That is a long way down off that roof, now you just close the door, brushoff the snow and your pushin juice to your bank. Well I'll be waitin for the next video. Hope you get a elk for winter.

[@solarcabin]

Thanks Frederick!

[@wildwestunlimited]

Looks good man!!

[@stdavross666]

Wouldn't running the panels in parallel be a much better soloution since you are using MPPT controller? You could still run 12 v system. 48v input from panel charging 12v battery bank. that extra voltage would get better efficiency from MPPT controller to charge batteries quicker. You dont have to keep everything 12v with MPPT like with PWM, Your not getting any benefit from MPPT running like this, you might as well be running PWM controller. The beauty of MPPT is that you can have different PV voltages to battery voltage, plus less volage drop from higher voltage from the cables to the house. I thought that was the whole point of MPPT vs PWM. but I may be wrong.

[@MyAuctioneer]

Sweet! I love your video and system. thank you. Nicholas Varzos

[@audiobrian1]

Lamar, you didn’t say anything about your lighting. Are you running 12 volt LED lights throughout the cabin? Perhaps you can do a video on how you handled lighting with sources for fixtures, etc.

[@solarcabin]

I had halogen for a long time but LED now. Much less power use.

[@audiobrian1]

solarcabin so how about showing us what LED fixtures you used and where you bought them? Inquiring minds want to know. 😄

[@jmbarr7424]

Thank you for this post 👍🏼

[@solarcabin]

Glad it was helpful!

[@cprpremiumhandymanservices3735]

Awe i love the cats !

[@jokerbobcatfish7981]

I enjoyed the video.

[@sysprog1953]

Nice setup. I'm curious about the cost of the wiring from the solar panels to your cabin. If it's not too expensive, a few sets of extra wires through the PVC tubes would be nice if you decide to put in other panels or if the first set of wires fail. It would save time and materials from building other underground tubes.

[@ahah1785]

Ive had the same controller in my shed and i do actually think its a PWM controller...It worked very well until i replaced it with a brand name one.

[@72barnabas]

Glad to see a new video from you. Was trying to find those batteries could you tell me model number and amp hours for each one? Was also curious about your old controller did it crash? Thx for help keep those videos coming we love them. Scott

[@solarcabin]

Those are AGM Vmax Tanks 125 amp hour available on Amazon.

[@northbaycnatrainingprogram3045]

Very inspiring, can't wait to get started. Thank you!

[@alexandreesquenet3736]

At 4:30, you can normally store still some power if the charger voltage is increased (+3mV per -1 degrees C)

[@curiosidadesextrano]

Nice work!

[@MrJamesPottorff]

Nice setup with the new solar panels. Can you provide a link to the place you bought them from?

[@solarcabin]

Renogy has a store on Ebay and these are the 100 watt mono panels.

[@arrogant80s43]

solarcabin whats the dif between mono and others?

[@solarcabin]

Arrogant 80s Mono crystalline panels use whole cells. Polycrystalline panles use small pieces of cells. Mono are better if you get good sun all the time and are a little more expensive.

[@dimmunize]

I just subscribed seeing this video, I do like all your ideas and I'd like to see more of your solar setup and any recent/future changes you make. I was interested in buying a Go Power 175w power inverter. I opted for the 300w Bestek instead, however I'd rather have something like the Go Power due to having no fan and less power usage, what else have you run off it that it could handle?

[@solarcabin]

+dimmunize I use that small inverter to run my laptop and ARB fridge. It will run a fan and other small appliances just don't try to run them all at the same time lol!

[@ozarkhillbillybear9620]

Hi LaMar, great video as always. One question for you, what size addition will you be doing? Will it be the same size as you have now? Next year I plan on doing a 20x20 a lot like your's but with 4 ft walls up stairs for the roof to sit on. And as soon as I get than done and I get the money I plan on putting on a 12x20 lean to on the north side for two more bed rooms for when my grandkids come to visit. I will get most of the wood from a saw mill about a mile from my place and get it a whole lot cheaper than from Home Depot or Lowe's. I would like to do 8 or 12 inch walls and will do 12 inch floors and roof for more insulation. I will do a tin roof because a family member tore down an old barn and saved the old roof that is in real good shape and he's giving it to me for FREE..... :) I look foreward to seeing you do the addition and good luck on it.

[@solarcabin]

Thanks- the addition will probably be 12x12 so it is hidden behind the existing cabin. I will use that as an office/shop and for a guest bedroom. My chest freezer will be stored out there when I am done.

[@XRayCam]

If you could get those to ROTATE with the Sun....WOW. Lots of "extra power"!!! Doesn't need much size for motor or bearings if balanced well.

[@SeekChristOnly]

Hi i built a house in the philippines which is in a rural location i cant get a supply to the network because the nearest is about half a mile away i would really ike a checklist of the things i need please .I have the same problem with the water supply. Your video has really helped and i hope o can do it. Thanks regards English Phil

[@robviolin1]

Thanks, great cabin.

[@itorIamop]

hey Lamar, your experience is kind of inspiration, and so I just got 1 acre to build what ever I Ilike from now on... but as i'm in a remote area, every material I bring there just get stoled as I'm gone... 2 week ago I've been robbed 2 tones of 3/4 gravel!!!! any tips?

[@solarcabin]

I have dogs and security lights on my place and I camped on my property while I was building.

[@itorIamop]

that make sense thank...

[@itorIamop]

***** thanks! sounds good!

[@MrSursonvelo]

super cool !.... how do you run the air condition machine ? with a seperate generator ? thanks.... keep the good job !

[@solarcabin]

I only need the air conditioner for a few weeks in summer so I just run it off a small genny for a few hours a day.

[@ClintBoland]

Thanks for your video sir, do you have a link to where you purchased these panels. Looking into installing a system in the next few months and wanted to start sourcing supplies. Enjoy your knowledge and videos sir! Thanks.

[@solarcabin]

Hi Chris and thanks: stores.ebay.com/Renogy-Solar

[@ClintBoland]

Much appreciated sir!

[@WilliBond0007]

s very much appreciated, the both of you. less than two minutesin to the video for the first watch and it's the exact question that I had. Love your videos. If you have enough food, a solar distiller, ammo, etc. I highly recommend saving any extra work in silver. Have a video with Bix Weir I recently put up which seems to say it all. In any event, much appreciated both of you!

[@redwayne2433]

Lamar do you have any vids up about how you did your water pump with info on how you did it?

[@aramakdam7623]

very industrious !

[@herbertbrown8683]

thanks i enjoyed the video i want to get a set up like this and this was very ,good information how you built and set this up and what componets you used thanks very good video

[@randyarmstrong1339]

What water pump would you recommend? Thanks for the awesome videos!

[@ottb2762]

Any good ideas how to prevent theft of your panels? That's my biggest concern...

[@solarcabin]

Secure them solid to the mount system. Big hungry dogs in the yard and security lights are used at my place.

[@Tron2pointOh]

Lamar. Sorry to go off topic but do you ever hear anything or see an bigfoot up in your area? Just wondering. Great video.

[@greatnationnow]

I want your kitties! :D

[@lordtoranaga]

good job

[@wethepeople9108]

nice

[@buyroorbongs]

Would a small heater and insulation in the battery building be beneficial?

[@MegaWhiteboy1488]

what about your old system are you going to reincorporate it with your new system or going to do away with it and what about your old battery bank do the two batteries hold just as much power as the bank you used to have

[@solarcabin]

My plan is to put the older panels on my camper and have a separate system that will run from that into the cabin but can also be taken with me camping.

[@wildbillo68]

Question- Do I need a bigger charge controller for 400 watts? I have a HQST 20a MPPT Controller in my array (only 200w now) and want to get my panels up to 400w in a 12v system In the manual it says 12v systems can only input 260w ... That doesn't seem right...$100. for a charge controller that can only handle less than 300 watts? Does that mean I have to put two panels in parrel and 2 in series or something like that? to keep the wattage input down?

[@1timby]

Do you have problems running your converter on things because it's not a sine wave converter? Thanks

[@solarcabin]

I use a modified sine wave inverter and have not had any problems using that but for a motor or some fridges you should use pure sine wave.

[@Smurf431]

Hey LaMar did you not have a Bluesky 25amp MPPT controllor in the shed? Did it quit on ya?

[@solarcabin]

I am putting the Bluesky and my older panels on my camper. It still is working great.

[@eaglehill6]

Just wondering if you got your charge controller directly from China or elsewhere ??? I'm in Canada and it seems it's China or else pay through the nose...

[@solarcabin]

I ordered it off Ebay and it was made in India. Has good reviews and seems to be working very well.

[@nathanrittenhouse8489]

Hey Lamar 400 Watts enough to run everything cool thanks

[@derekthegreatgonzo]

been watching awhile. just have to ask this. I figure your on a budget. are you going to step up to a real mppt charge controller like outback or midnight solar where you can run your panels at a higher voltage to the charge controller then step it back down to 12 volt? that is what I have done on my home. keep the videos coming and thanks man.

[@solarcabin]

Thanks- that is a 30 amp MPPT controller. For a small system like this 12 volts is actually better because I run 12 volt appliances and a very small 175 watt inverter. For a larger system 24 volts will reduce the size of wire needed but parallel connection of batts does not increase the amp hours and more amp hours is what I want.

[@Keepingittocool]

Hi Lamar. Great video as always. It is looking good there. A lot of people I see on you tube are dumping 12 volt system and going to 24 volts. What are your thoughts on that.

[@solarcabin]

24 volts will allow you to use smaller gauge wire but hooking batts in parallel does not double the amp hours so for a small system like this I prefer a 12 volt system.

[@stevemitchell2252]

solarcabin I love the cabin and your sense of spirit is just great...

[@samirbhi8666]

so powerful

[@nalynlopez6389]

how many watts do i need to run a computer dsktop?

[@erfrye]

can you tell us where you got the panels from?

[@solarcabin]

Those are Renogy 100 watt and Renogy has a store on Ebay.

[@erfrye]

solarcabin thanks

[@josephroberts7606]

solarcabin if I want to run a TV that's pulls 100 watts, a Xbox that pulls 80w, a laptop,a 1800 btu ac.and a regular size fridge. what will I need to run this?

[@apples23cookie22]

mr lamar where did you get these panels i got mine for 200 $ each at walmart.com but i want to know whare i can these for cheeper daniel from texas

[@nyghtmyst5118]

thank you was worried that the size of the bank in relation to the solar array would not charge it if it were to large a bank

[@Dave--FkTheDeepstate]

Love your videos. Thanks for sharing, LaMar. Especially all the prices too. What kind of internet do you have? Up/Down speeds and cost per month ?

[@believeliveloveandlaugh3844]

Any update?

[@solarcabin]

Still using the same 400 watt system and works perfectly for my uses.

[@believeliveloveandlaugh3844]

solarcabin Glad to hear from you. Happy New Year, Lamar!

[@solarcabin]

Happy new year Anna!

[@skepticalmechanic]

Lots of power loss on the long power line run... 😑

[@starblazer64]

Are you still planning to make videos? I don't see anything new since 3 months ago. You have good videos. I Hope you weren't kidnapped by aliens!

[@solarcabin]

Thanks- I was kidnapped and probed but it was a girlfriend not aliens this time lol!

[@ShaneMSnyder]

Lamar, are you going to get the wood stove going this winter? I remember you doing a video on stoves awhile back.

[@solarcabin]

I decided to wait and put the woodstove in the addition I am going to build.

[@tomjeffersonwasright2288]

I like your level of technology, as it is the same level I strive for. I can't spend $20,000 on a system, but neither do I want to try to build a junk based system that runs poorly. I think most of us are about in the same position you are. Don't worry about the trolls. They are a sign that your videos are widely viewed. They are a part of online life, like fleas on a dog.

[@Acelespaul]

Yes, it's a good down to earth explanation and affordable, something that I will follow, cheers.

[@RobAbdul]

Nice video buddy. What capacity are your batteries / Amp Hours ? You folks in the USA are lucky; we barely get sunny weather in the UK.

[@jiujitsu2000]

Lamar, I love your channel and the way you explain things. You have such a common sense approach to things and I can relate to that because I'm pretty much the same way. Feel free to check out my channel. My apology if you may have already got this question. I read through many of the comments and didn't see it. Why do you wire the panels in parallel instead of in a series? I'm trying to understand the difference. I'm still learning. Planning on setting up a 400 watt system on a small 10/12 shop. Thank you so much for all that you share! God bless you!!!

[@solarcabin]

For people asking where I have been. In winter there is not a lot to do around my cabin so I work on new cabin designs. I have several new cabin plans on my website: www.simplesolarhomesteading.com

[@vaquero3578]

wish you were closer so my wife and I could come up and go fishing with you :)

[@EyesOnReality]

Very nice setup. Well done. I'm starting to like option of house built underground. Such would stay even cooler in summer and warmer in winter, if on hill so won't be flooded in days of rain. Another advantage is protection during violent storms. Passive solar for heating air and water and active solar (photo-voltaic panels for electricity) would make such a home even better. Still in all, your above ground cabin/house allows easy expansion. With cheaper solar panels and LED lights available these days, its getting easier to build such a home. Nice job on your build and sharing with others.

[@georgemoomaw9437]

Nice set up. Good explanation of what you have done. My only question is: If you had a shorter run (say half as long) between your solar panels and charge controller, could/would you have used smaller 10 gauge wire?

[@RedNeckSurgeyTech]

How much power is one amp? Volts x Amps = Watts (power)

[@72barnabas]

Was curious if you new yet with that new setup about how long you could watch tv at night with those 2 batteries? I'm trying to do a set up like yours and would just want the tv on it for starters. Thx

[@solarcabin]

I watch TV on my laptop with a converter but I can run the laptop all night long and it is 70 watts so you should be able to run an LED TV a long time.

[@Jeepollllllo]

Doesn't the ARB fridge run off 12v? Wouldn't it be it better then converting it to 120v? olllllllo

[@solarcabin]

The ARB will run off either and when I get direct DC line from the batts I will run it off of that but I still shut it off at night to conserve power.

[@terrypalmore7314]

Thankyee neighbor very interesting. I notice the microwave on the counter...use that with inverter?

[@oakrdgang]

Excellent review only thing I would not recommend using irrigation pvc/fittings as conduit it’s not NEC code definitely use a sweep 90 otherwise if you decide to add or remove wire it will be next to impossible to pull though right a angle 90. I’m a retired electrician and have encountered this problem tying to pull wire through a customers existing DIY type install just ended up costing them more time and expense often just have to abandon the customers install and then install a correct conduit system.

[@dunexapa1016]

You should EASILY be able to run your laptop directly off DC. You probably do not need a laptop with a processor that draws more than 25 Watts of power. Even a CPU that draws only 15 watts of power should be just fine and even in most cases you can do what internet stuff you need to with a smartphone. Like your setup overall.

[@solarcabin]

Thanks, I can run my laptop off DC with a converter and I have one. I have several DC ports in my cabin and they can also run of USB-C.

[@dunexapa1016]

@@solarcabin , wouldn't hurt to look into a DC/Car/auto adapter for your laptop. You are simply losing more power using an AC adapter. I have been off grid for over 10 years and, like you, have done just fine with only 400 Watts although I soon plan to add a few hundred more.

[@gutsandgrittv5076]

Can you do a video on solar panel security? Theft is huge where I live. Thanks!

[@solarcabin]

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[@mudhole9]

Great informative vid! I'm looking at a 4 to 600 watt system to partially get of grid, lessen my elec bills...I live in a hurricane prone area and was lookin for system ideas that could be put away until the storm passes, and your panel mount seems like perfect idea. And that frig........sweet! Your vids are are very informative, and understandable, I tip my hat and thank you sir....

[@jerrydensmore2887]

Nice one my friend. Glad to see you using 8 gauge, most would've used 10. DC always need large gauge to cut down on loses. Glad to see you back at it.

[@solarcabin]

Hi Jerry, yup for few cents more go with 8 gauge and it really increases the power flow and reduces heat in the wires.

[@chazmanchaz9170]

Hey man its great to watch your videos and learn so much about off grid life. I plan on going off grid when Im out of the marines in 4 years. I just need to purchase land and building materials. Also id love to see a video on that addition you plan on building off the back of the cabin. Take care.

[@clife4833]

Like your video just ordered my first solar panel system and looking for ideas .

[@solarcabin]

Glad I could help

[@bobbader4789]

Do AGM batteries need ventilation? I have two harbor freight batteries

[@solarcabin]

Yes. all batteries need some ventilation but AGM are generally safe stored inside.

[@nextdimensions]

Any reason not to run the ARB direct to 12v DC?

[@solarcabin]

The ARB will run off of either. When I get a dedicated 12 volt line off the batts it will be run off 12 volt.

[@rickharold7884]

Cool

[@robertbaig2295]

thank you, great video. you do a great job with explaining the way you installed unit.

[@aletrip642]

Have you considered using solar panels instead of propane for heating in winter? Is it worth it?

[@solarcabin]

You would need a much bigger system to heat with solar. It is possible in mild climates with a mini split unit.

[@aletrip642]

@@solarcabin thanks..now i understand

[@ottb2762]

How do you advise someone to prevent theft of solar panels in very rural area??

[@pudge9837]

on an iron pole sunk in ground 6 feet and 10 ft. high. on a pole you can swivel and pivot panels with pull ropes, so the panels always face the sun. it would take a thief with a ladder, tools, a lot of time and balls to dismantle, if placed in the front yard for anyone to see them with tack welds on bolts so you cannot get off unless you had a torch or cutting tool that makes a lot of noise. solid in higher winds also. if don't like that, I suggest making a land platform of cement with bolts sticking up to attach solar panels to and tack weld bolts so can not take off . put in front yard. BUT would this not be better to put them on the roof and again tack weld the bolts holding the panels in place. One would have to keep solar panels on property that gets the most light. a few idea's.

[@ddd228]

That is a good question!!!!! Cables and a lock or 2,I'll guess.

[@pauljohnson2372]

Shotgun would be most efficient, but a .40 caliber glock works well if you're good with shot placement

[@cleaverp]

Looks like a great system. Thanks for posting! (P.S. Love the cats!)

[@likabaws1153]

great video

[@carolmedford9836]

Thank you, very well done and simple so we who are not experts can understand, learn and enjoy. I have subscribed to your channel. I also like the fact that you keep cost realistic instead of buying high end complicated equipnent and it works just fine. Take care.

[@solarcabin]

Happy to help!

[@synapticaxon9303]

Did I miss the fusing? I have a very similar setup but currently running 2x100W panels and have two more to add. I have the Renogy four panel parallel connector, the 8-gauge wire you mentioned was helpful, but I'm scratching my head on the fuse or breaker. 5.75A Isc * 4 = 23A * 1.56 safety factor = 36A fuse/breaker?