Enphase Solar System in 2024 (IQ8 Micro-inverter)
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- Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
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In this video, Joe presents an overview of the Enphase solar power system as it exists in 2024. We cover the IQ8 micro-inverters, IQ Battery 5P, IQ System Controller, and the new bi-directional EV charger.
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Enphase IQ8 and 5p batteries worked as advertised when we had no grid for 6 days after Hurricane Beryl.
We even ran one 3 ton A/C w/ an Easy Start during the day.
How big a panel system and how many batteries?
@@SquireJethro I would like to know this as well
@@SquireJethro 24 panels + 3 batteries. We have complex roof and a green zone with trees around the perimeter of a 1 acre property. It went online 2 weeks before the storm. We're happy with the system.
Glad it worked for you. Mine worked for 2 days then the system controller 2 failed and we had no power even though I have 72 panels, 12 batteries and a natural gas 26kW generator tied to it. Over $150k to make sure we never went without power and we were in the dark.
@@ChrisHolcomb21 2 days from installation? Was it a bad install or something?
The bi-directional EV charger is the only reason I am looking at Enphase over other products. Unfortunately there has been no new info in over a year. About to go with a different solution for my Lightning.
I have a 2 year old Enphase system with 2 IQ10T batteries, and had planned to upgrade my system by adding 2 more, which my installer assured me would be easy to do. Unfortunately, Enphase has discontinued the IQ10T battery (after just a short time on the market), and the new generation IQ5 batteries are incompatible with the older batteries and system controller. This is very disturbing. If Enphase has stopped producing these batteries, how do they plan to honor our 10 year battery warranty on the IQ10Ts should we have a failure? Any other Enphase customers out there in a similar situation?
Joe, any updates on the Enphase EV birectional charger release dates?
New home build solution was spec with, "Tesla Roof - Tesla Gateways - Tesla Inverters - Tesla Powerwall+"; bi-direction charging in mind for near future, but not willing to buy a Cyber truck just yet... lol
I have an Enphase system with IQ8 inverters and an electric car. Right now, these 2 don’t interact. But I’m looking to augment/change these items in the future to have battery backup power using both a small whole home battery, and my EV’s battery.
The fatal flaw with Enphase is all the DC-AC converting. Solar Panel = DC, micro inverter converts to AC, battery microinverters convert back to DC to charge battery. When you want to discharge the battery it needs to convert back to AC. So DC > AC > DC > AC. DC coupled battery systems are so much more efficient. DC solar > DC battery > AC invert once.
I have an EnPhase IQ8+ system and have been contemplating adding a couple of 5P batteries to save money using my own generated power through the night. But as the single occupant of a small home, I don't use much electricity, and the cost of battery purchases would not make sense. I see bidirectional charging with EV storage as my best prospect.
Yes I do own an EV and I’m interested in adding battery storage to my Enphase iQ7+ based solar array. I wish that the Enphase battery system was more affordable because I would like to have the unified platform and features such as generator backup and EV charging. All of my research is pointing me toward an EG4 18 kPV and EG4 indoor wall mount batteries instead. The EG4 system has the ability to AC couple with my existing solar for a fraction of the cost of any of the “middle man required” battery systems.
My plan:
A) iq8+ on roof = done
B) SC + 5P = in process
Future:
C) ev car
D) bi-directional Enphase charger
C) more solar
Does a bi-directional charge require a specific controller or is it OK to use the 3 or 3G regardless?
The System Controller 3 vs 3G is based on generator compatibility. The 3G has generator controls, and the 3 has an extra battery breaker instead of the generator stuff.
My guess would be the EV charger ties into the battery connection points. I would lean towards the 3 unless you know you want a generator someday.
Could you review the Sigenergy product thats available in Europe. Not much exposure to this product in the US.
Hy Joe, you often compare battery storage brands/options. Could you make an opinion about Enwall? Problaby an niche system, but has unique specs. Thanks of you would be zo kind!
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Thank you for your video. Do you recommend a 3.36kwEnphase system including a IQ Battery 5P battery installed for new construction in SoCal for $27,000.00? Does this cost seem about right?
Great video! I have Enphase IQ7 Plus micros with Encharge 10 batteries... I'm hoping I can add the bi-directional charger, but i am concerned that Enphase won't make it compatible with IQ7 based systems.
Lots of good info.
We have two EVs - the ID.4 will have bidirectional capability with the upcoming firmware update. Future goal - new house with Enphase system with bidirectional charger! Fingers crossed.
We're a 2 EV home already, but neither are bidirectional. Still yet, I want to future proof and install a V2H compatible solar system.
The EnPhase system sounds great except it has one major point of failure which is the System Controller 2. I have 72 panels with IQ8+ inverters, 12 batteries and a 26kW generator, with all of this my house should never be without power but we have been multiple times because of the controller failing. Once when the house was on the grid and all my neighbors had power except me and again during the hurricane where it lasted for 2 days perfect then stopped sending power to the house despite the sun shinning, batteries half full and the generator running. Very disappointed.
Where do I find the data sheet to see which inverter works with which solar panel?😊
You can find it here, 2nd page: enphase.com/sites/default/files/2021-10/IQ8-Series-DS-US.pdf
Should cover Enteligent too 👍
Hey Joe, great video, thank you. Is Enphase's ability to throttle the output from each micro inverter unique to Enphase? For example, does the Powerwall allow for this functionality if it is AC coupled to panels with IQ7s?
No I’m afraid not. With Powerwall AC coupled, it’s all or nothing.
Hey Joe, thank you for the quick reply. Is the absence of this throttling feature material when deciding between Enphase and Tesla (or any other AC-coupled battery)? If yes, how?
Most AC coupled systems cannot throttle the array power. The whole solar array is either on or off.
This is why system sizing is critical for AC coupled batteries. The battery power and array power must be as close in size as possible.
MI's have a lot higher failure rate than solar panels. Solar panels failure rate .05%. Solar Panels should monitor the MI's...
How does this work with Span?
Enphase integrates with SPAN although you do need a Remote Meter Kit
@@SolarSurgeI’ve heard of span integration issues with the 5P batteries and the remote meter kit . Have you heard of this?
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A little fossil fuels in winter days is nothing.
For heating or generators.
Petroleum for road pavement construction and maintenance and repairs, petrochemical industry, and emergency use will always be with us.
Emphase is comming from behind.. they was never any good. just an over price system