Other than a different type of EG4 batteries, and being able to install inside, I'm getting ready to do exactly this install! Thanks for covering all the details. This is really useful!
This is the second time I have to warn you about your back. Buy or at least lease a hydraulic lift for heavy loads like batteries. You will strain your back muscles or develop disc prolapse if you keep lifting them manually. It is even bad that the lifting technique is not optimal and puts a lot of stress on your back. You are a fine installer and it would be bad if back pain stops you from producing these nice videos. Clean install as usual.
Nice job ! I'll never understand putting equipment like that outside . I know it's rated for it but it just seems like it would have last longer out of the weather .
Some locations requires outdoor mounted equipment, however the equipment should still be protected from direct sun light and all other elements, however that is a manufacture recommendation not required to pass inspection, so i hope in the future it will be required to pass inspection to protect the gear from the elements directly.
Very nice, thanks for sharing! One thing I would've done differently would've been to leave some space between the battery and the gutter/inverter. Since that battery was hung on a cleat, everything above it will have to be completely undone if for any reason that battery needs to be removed/replaced.
Awesome content!!! One ☝️ of my favorites! Have you had any issues with an inspector saying that pv dc circuits are not allowed in the same wireway as other circuits but honestly how would one do this differently? Looking at the NEC and it’s still not exactly clear to me.
Excellent install and project. Identical config to the one I am about to do....interested in coming to phoenix? Also, did this configuration enable closed loop communications solark to EG4? Was any closed loop capability lost on paring these 2?
@SolarEngineering do you remember the model panels used for the dual poll and emergency grid shutoff ? Also to pass inspection was all the labels placed on the panels? Also what type silicon sealant use?
What area was this in that accepts this? AHJ near me in CA requires UL9540 paired system. Let along SGIP and other rebate equipment lists. I'd love a Sol-Ark + PowerPro battery install.
Not sure if you or the customer is aware (also not to be rude). That single battery can't supply enough DC amperage to utilize the full potential of the Sol-ark 15k.? Also in the manner that you wired it, an additional jumper wire tying both DC sides together is needed, per the install manual.?! Hope all is well 🙏.
Customer is aware of the power limitation for the battery. One battery port is rated for 200A and battery can output 200A as well. If another battery will be installed, then we need to utilize 2 ports (install battery busbars or run another set of wires) reference from Sol-Ark manual: 1.3 Connection Requirements -> 1. AC / DC Connection Requirements thank you for the feedback
sir can this work well? power goes into the inverter then pull the power cable into the mcb on the far right then into the main source a Lvd goes to the 48v relay to trigger the relay Then the AC inverter goes to the relay via hole no Pull the cable from the MCB AC inverter output to the contractor so that the load doesn't pass through the relay then enters it into the ATS source B
Why not move the vents so the maximum number of panels can be properly installed. For such an exprnsive imstallation, wouldn't it be the right thing to do?
thanks for the video. not a criticism, just an observation: that's a heck of a lot of money at ground level outside one's home. have there been thefts of these whole home inverters and/or batteries?
@@ErikPloeg-tq4py the activate battery setting is recommended to be enabled for either battery chemistry with Sol-Ark 15K, but is especially important when using Lithium due to the BMS going into protection mode which outputs 0Vdc to the battery terminals. The activate battery setting will allow charger to send power to DC circuit in this event which wake up a depleted LFP battery
Other than a different type of EG4 batteries, and being able to install inside, I'm getting ready to do exactly this install! Thanks for covering all the details. This is really useful!
This is the second time I have to warn you about your back. Buy or at least lease a hydraulic lift for heavy loads like batteries. You will strain your back muscles or develop disc prolapse if you keep lifting them manually. It is even bad that the lifting technique is not optimal and puts a lot of stress on your back. You are a fine installer and it would be bad if back pain stops you from producing these nice videos. Clean install as usual.
tesla dolly is in transit, thank you for your kind words.
Nice job ! I'll never understand putting equipment like that outside . I know it's rated for it but it just seems like it would have last longer out of the weather .
sometimes city restricts indoor installation, so there is not much choice for equipment location.
Some locations requires outdoor mounted equipment, however the equipment should still be protected from direct sun light and all other elements, however that is a manufacture recommendation not required to pass inspection, so i hope in the future it will be required to pass inspection to protect the gear from the elements directly.
Very nice, thanks for sharing! One thing I would've done differently would've been to leave some space between the battery and the gutter/inverter. Since that battery was hung on a cleat, everything above it will have to be completely undone if for any reason that battery needs to be removed/replaced.
we still need some kind of conduit between the battery and the gutter box to protect the wires. and yes, replace the battery will be challenging
Awesome. So Cool. Thanks for posting this!
Awesome content!!! One ☝️ of my favorites! Have you had any issues with an inspector saying that pv dc circuits are not allowed in the same wireway as other circuits but honestly how would one do this differently? Looking at the NEC and it’s still not exactly clear to me.
we can run DC and AC in the same conduit. I don't have NEC code handy, but it's allowed.
Excellent install and project. Identical config to the one I am about to do....interested in coming to phoenix?
Also, did this configuration enable closed loop communications solark to EG4? Was any closed loop capability lost on paring these 2?
@SolarEngineering do you remember the model panels used for the dual poll and emergency grid shutoff ? Also to pass inspection was all the labels placed on the panels? Also what type silicon sealant use?
Single throw AC Disconnect: Siemens GNF324
Double throw: DTGNF224NR
ChemLink M1
and yes labels added to pass inspection.
What area was this in that accepts this? AHJ near me in CA requires UL9540 paired system. Let along SGIP and other rebate equipment lists.
I'd love a Sol-Ark + PowerPro battery install.
Daly City, CA
amazing, nice work
Nice! How does that compare to PowerWall 3? Cost? Capabilities?
Curious why you chose the Solark instead of staying with EG4 ecosystem with the 18k?
Not sure if you or the customer is aware (also not to be rude). That single battery can't supply enough DC amperage to utilize the full potential of the Sol-ark 15k.?
Also in the manner that you wired it, an additional jumper wire tying both DC sides together is needed, per the install manual.?! Hope all is well 🙏.
Customer is aware of the power limitation for the battery. One battery port is rated for 200A and battery can output 200A as well. If another battery will be installed, then we need to utilize 2 ports (install battery busbars or run another set of wires)
reference from Sol-Ark manual:
1.3 Connection Requirements -> 1. AC / DC Connection Requirements
thank you for the feedback
@@SolarEngineering appreciated 👍. Thank you for sharing and the reply. Gotta love solar!!
Great video. Was that 1awg to 1/0 cooper or aluminum for 100amp. Thought 3awg copper THHN was enough for 100amp.
was 4 awg and now 1/0, all copper
@@SolarEngineering wow. According to the ampacity charts for 75° or 90°, 3awg is sufficient. Where do you see 1/0 is needed for 100amp?
You have some nice music taste
sir can this work well?
power goes into the inverter then pull the power cable into the mcb on the far right then into the main source a
Lvd goes to the 48v relay to trigger the relay
Then the AC inverter goes to the relay via hole no
Pull the cable from the MCB AC inverter output to the contractor so that the load doesn't pass through the relay then enters it into the ATS source B
Can you post video installing EG4 18kpv?
didn't install one yet
Why not move the vents so the maximum number of panels can be properly installed. For such an exprnsive imstallation, wouldn't it be the right thing to do?
moving 4"+ vents is an expensive process
Смело ставить электрооборудование рядом с точкой водоразбора) надеюсь, ничего страшного не случится
i wonder why jay box is not waterproof i would use different box looks like it needs rubber gasket
it's condensation water, need drain holes
thanks for the video. not a criticism, just an observation: that's a heck of a lot of money at ground level outside one's home. have there been thefts of these whole home inverters and/or batteries?
@@ronaldchong I'm not aware of any batteries/inverter thefts in our area
Doesn’t this Void Sol Ark Warranty? Since they don’t have a relationship with EG4
Solark is Battery Agnostic .
Inverters are battery agnostic if it meets the specifications for load and supply
Confused this with Enphase perhaps?
Dont use activate battery for lithium batteries, it is only for lead acid!!!!
false statement. Check Sol-Ark manual 3.4 Battery setup -> Batt -> Activate Battery
@@SolarEngineering Hmm my Deye gives this warning in the manual
@@ErikPloeg-tq4py the activate battery setting is recommended to be enabled for either battery chemistry with Sol-Ark 15K, but is especially important when using Lithium due to the BMS going into protection mode which outputs 0Vdc to the battery terminals. The activate battery setting will allow charger to send power to DC circuit in this event which wake up a depleted LFP battery
+
really gilding the lilly on this install