I am a new solar addict. Add realize how ezpensive this hobby really is. But I have watched your videos and they are professional and tell the whole story of what ever you are giving us. Because its knowledge that we get. THANK YOU Keep them coming. William
Hi, thanks for the information , I have some question What is the minimum size you Recommend for the place where to locate the battery bank and more related devices? It can be inside a laundry room? I am designing a home off grid project for 2 people but I have no idea how much place it needs.
most of the video is you removing and replacing the cables, the most important part about how to check for a bad battery you completely left out, you didn't even say what exactly you were even checking for
Are all your batteries in this bank in parallel?. Whast is the life expectancy of a well maintained battery bank.. agm vs gel for a battery bank like this. What brand are you using here.. and aprox cost for this agm battery also its ratings ie Volt and ah rating. ty
I have eight 6 volt AGM batteries 5 months old and my charge controllers seem to show a fast discharge from full to less than half in a short time with small loads like TV. But then equally charge to full from solar in a short time as well. Is there an issue with my batteries or could it be the accuracy of my controllers? Thanks
It is all live and learn. I would have been all 12V because Its user friendly and you can get so much cool stuff that is 12V and cheep. The problem is I wanted a hybrid system that was grid tied with batterie backup and the outback GTFX series was my only option and they no longer make the 12V GTFX inverter. I guess to answer your question I started with 12V and then added 24V. Hope that helped...
Hi OBX. First, love your videos. Super content. We ask for your guidance in our design to create our DIY off grid system desert retreat. We want to use ten 12v 200 amp AGMs. But we do not know best combo for making array. Q1: Why not keep the system at 12v rather than 24v or 48v? Would not the inverter take care of the conversion to 115v AC? Q2: How do I know what size cb's to install between major components? Q3: How do I know what size cables to use between batteries and from battery array to inverter? Q4: We need a backup way to charge the battery array in case we do not get enough watts out of the solar panels in winter months. We have a Toyota Tundra with HD alternator and are thinking maybe that might work when connected with HD jumper cables if allowed to just idle for a couple of hours. Is this viable in your opinion to charge ten AGMs from say 30% discharge to fully charged? What would you recommend other than reducing power consumption while waiting for full sun in the Spring. Thanks
What is your bank sitting on, concrete or cement floor is bad for batteries, I am not sure if it affects AGM batteries but it surely destroys lead acid type....best to place on a wooden surface....
I have one quick question concerning the battery bank and running two inverters. Is it possible to run two inverters off of one battery bank, or are you required to have one battery bank per inverter? That is probably a silly question but I need to get it clarified before I start buying my batteries this next month. I have watched all of your videos and have enjoyed them beyond belief. I would not have guessed that one person could have so much equipment dedicated to solar, lol. Thanks for all the videos, quite interesting...
AGM batteries for the most part just need to be fully charged as often as possible. large cables are very important on a bank of them to make sure they stay in balance.
Hey Kevin I have a 610 agm bank on my 24 grid tied volt system. Would it be good or bad to drag it down to 50-60 % once every 3 months or so? Have a good one and keep the vids coming!!!
30% is what you want as a maximum discharge rate if you want to keep them for a long time, I have one bank over12 years now doing this way. I have lived off grid for over 30 years and have made every mistake possible over the years and learned the expensive way
I love your videos i learn so much from all your videos. I am new to solar power. Can you please draw me A wire diagram for a 24 battery system. I have 16 Crown 220 Amp-Hour 6 Volt battery's .thank you.
Hey there,Starting off you want a solar array that can produce enough energy to charge your batteries maybe 1000watts worth you would probaly need some AGM OR Lead acid batterys.If budgit is tight go for lead acid I got some great deals on ebay and from my local scrap yard.Solar panels decrease in price in the winter so now is the time to buy.Also get some 1000watt inveters and split the loads of your house so lights my be one inverter refridgeration on another and etc.I do the same on my chan
OBX, there may be a better way to connect your batteries. Please check out SmartGaugeDOTcoDOTuk and click on Interconnecting Batteries. The information there is especially beneficial to large solar banks such as yours. Every little bit helps. ;-)
i want to run a house, lets say same size as yours or 1500 to 2500sqft, lets say all the same toys as you, i want it to be uff the grid but when ele comes to the area i wanna be able to connect to it, sell energy back to them, then if elec goes out it automaticly trips over to off the grid like your! my dream, but im poor, so i have to start slow, im thinking batteries, what kind should i get and what do the no# mean? 35ah and what is the min needed or where should i start, thx check my vid
OBXSOLWIND - I have an opportunity to pick up two EXIDE ABSOLYTE GX 48 volt battery banks. I am hoping that I can recover 1000 amp hour out of each of them for an off grid project. Thank you for posting and I am subscribing to your channel.
I am a new solar addict. Add realize how ezpensive this hobby really is. But I have watched your videos and they are professional and tell the whole story of what ever you are giving us. Because its knowledge that we get. THANK YOU Keep them coming. William
Great video information on AGM maintenance! Thanjs for your expertise and sharing!
Hi, thanks for the information , I have some question
What is the minimum size you Recommend for the place where to locate the battery bank and more related devices?
It can be inside a laundry room?
I am designing a home off grid project for 2 people but I have no idea how much place it needs.
Thanks for sharing...
Very nice. Concise and info dense A-Plus on this one.
Out standing Brother. Thanks for taking the time to show us. Keep up the good work. Glad to see your still doing vids. God Bless Brother.
Nice.
Thanks for the great video; very good consistent information and tips. you have a vast amount of knowledge and I thank you for passing it on.
Does the cables between the batteries matter to give you a better resistance?
Glad to see your still making vids Kevin thanks
most of the video is you removing and replacing the cables, the most important part about how to check for a bad battery you completely left out, you didn't even say what exactly you were even checking for
Another great video. What is the correct cable size 8-10 6v battery bank
very informative
Are all your batteries in this bank in parallel?. Whast is the life expectancy of a well maintained battery bank.. agm vs gel for a battery bank like this. What brand are you using here.. and aprox cost for this agm battery also its ratings ie Volt and ah rating. ty
What max charge current should be used for an AGM 660ah battery park?
Thanks for the nice video on the charging and maintenance, I enjoyed and learned. :)
Outstanding as always sir!
I have eight 6 volt AGM batteries 5 months old and my charge controllers seem to show a fast discharge from full to less than half in a short time with small loads like TV. But then equally charge to full from solar in a short time as well. Is there an issue with my batteries or could it be the accuracy of my controllers? Thanks
G'day mate... I wonder if you can direct me to the site where I can pick up one of those lovely little impact drivers.
It is all live and learn. I would have been all 12V because Its user friendly and you can get so much cool stuff that is 12V and cheep. The problem is I wanted a hybrid system that was grid tied with batterie backup and the outback GTFX series was my only option and they no longer make the 12V GTFX inverter. I guess to answer your question I started with 12V and then added 24V. Hope that helped...
Hi OBX. First, love your videos. Super content. We ask for your guidance in our design to create our DIY off grid system desert retreat. We want to use ten 12v 200 amp AGMs. But we do not know best combo for making array. Q1: Why not keep the system at 12v rather than 24v or 48v? Would not the inverter take care of the conversion to 115v AC? Q2: How do I know what size cb's to install between major components? Q3: How do I know what size cables to use between batteries and from battery array to inverter? Q4: We need a backup way to charge the battery array in case we do not get enough watts out of the solar panels in winter months. We have a Toyota Tundra with HD alternator and are thinking maybe that might work when connected with HD jumper cables if allowed to just idle for a couple of hours. Is this viable in your opinion to charge ten AGMs from say 30% discharge to fully charged? What would you recommend other than reducing power consumption while waiting for full sun in the Spring. Thanks
how long will that battery bank last before having to charge it again?
DO YOU HAVE THEM CONNECTED NEGATIVE TO NEGATIVE.
You are welcome my Friend..
What is your bank sitting on, concrete or cement floor is bad for batteries, I am not sure if it affects AGM batteries but it surely destroys lead acid type....best to place on a wooden surface....
Why is concrete bad? Batteries have a plastic case. How would it react with concrete? I think that is an old myth going back a hundred years.
great info man thank you
I have one quick question concerning the battery bank and running two inverters. Is it possible to run two inverters off of one battery bank, or are you required to have one battery bank per inverter? That is probably a silly question but I need to get it clarified before I start buying my batteries this next month. I have watched all of your videos and have enjoyed them beyond belief. I would not have guessed that one person could have so much equipment dedicated to solar, lol. Thanks for all the videos, quite interesting...
What is the modle number of your Batteries?
I needed to see this! Thanks Bro!
thank you
Thanks for the info God Bless
Nice! Would you share the wiring diagram of your solar system?
Is it necessary to equalize or desulfate AGM batteries?
AGM batteries for the most part just need to be fully charged as often as possible. large cables are very important on a bank of them to make sure they stay in balance.
Ok buddy thanks for the comeback. Appreciate your videos, they're a big help
Hey Kevin
I have a 610 agm bank on my 24 grid tied volt system. Would it be good or bad to drag it down to 50-60 % once every 3 months or so?
Have a good one and keep the vids coming!!!
30% is what you want as a maximum discharge rate if you want to keep them for a long time, I have one bank over12 years now doing this way.
I have lived off grid for over 30 years and have made every mistake possible over the years and learned the expensive way
I love your videos i learn so much from all your videos. I am new to solar power. Can you please draw me A wire diagram for a 24 battery system. I have 16 Crown 220 Amp-Hour 6 Volt battery's .thank you.
good works man i am trying
You may always clean and lub the copper plates, when you check your batterys..
Hey there,Starting off you want a solar array that can produce enough energy to charge your batteries maybe 1000watts worth you would probaly need some AGM OR Lead acid batterys.If budgit is tight go for lead acid I got some great deals on ebay and from my local scrap yard.Solar panels decrease in price in the winter so now is the time to buy.Also get some 1000watt inveters and split the loads of your house so lights my be one inverter refridgeration on another and etc.I do the same on my chan
smaller cable sizing equals more current draw thus you get a conductor that starts to get hot.
try VMAXTANKS Solar Series AGM batteries, great customer reviews.
OBX, there may be a better way to connect your batteries. Please check out SmartGaugeDOTcoDOTuk and click on Interconnecting Batteries. The information there is especially beneficial to large solar banks such as yours. Every little bit helps. ;-)
these are the same batteries i just got!
i want to run a house, lets say same size as yours or 1500 to 2500sqft, lets say all the same toys as you, i want it to be uff the grid but when ele comes to the area i wanna be able to connect to it, sell energy back to them, then if elec goes out it automaticly trips over to off the grid like your! my dream, but im poor, so i have to start slow, im thinking batteries, what kind should i get and what do the no# mean? 35ah and what is the min needed or where should i start, thx check my vid
OBXSOLWIND - I have an opportunity to pick up two EXIDE ABSOLYTE GX 48 volt battery banks. I am hoping that I can recover 1000 amp hour out of each of them for an off grid project. Thank you for posting and I am subscribing to your channel.
how long will that battery bank last before having to charge it again?
In the perfect world topping off your battery bank every day is best. I would think it could stay fully charged without any help for maybe a month.