Solar panels are available in different sizes so there is plenty to choose from. But can you connect solar panels with different wattages, say 100 watts with 200 watts? Yes it is possible, but you should not do it and in this guide we explain why. Solar panels of different watts should not be used […]
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LiFePO4 (lithium iron phospate) batteries are popular for many reasons. But basically it comes down to the fact they provide better performance compared to AGM, gel and other lead acid batteries. To get the best results, however make sure the controller settings are optimized. Your charge controller probably has default settings, or suggestions in the
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Charging gel batteries with solar panels is one of the best ways to use renewable energy in an off grid or grid tied home. If you have never used this method before, the recharging process is actually easy. The basic steps are as follows. Connect the charge controller to the battery first. Plug the charge
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Inverters generate heat when DC (direct current) is converted into AC (alternating current). A cooling fan keeps the components from overheating so it is essential the fan is working. Here are the common causes of inverter cooling fan failure and the solutions. Inverter cooling fans run when the inverter is charging a battery or loading
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Have you ever heard a high frequency sound coming from your inverter? How about a knocking or some kind of buzzing noise? There are many possible reasons for those, and this guide shows you how to remove those inverter sounds. If the inverter is making loud knocking noises or a high frequency pitch, it means
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The wires connecting the charge controller to the battery have to be the right size to get the best results. The cables transmit current from the different parts of the PV system, so you need to use the optimum wire gauges. The cable connecting the charge controller and battery can be the same size as
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