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Model: Anker SOLIX F3800 Portable Power Station, 3840Wh, LiFePO4 Batteries, Ultra-High 6000W AC Output with 120V/240V, Solar Generator for Home Backup, RVs, Emergencies, Power Outages, and Outdoor Camping
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Amazon currently has an EcoFlow Delta Pro 3.6KWh LifePo4 with EcoFlow 400W Portable Solar Panel for $2,119.07 before tax.
this is with the discount code 0724EFPDFHOB
less of a peak output 4500w vs 6000w if that matters to you.
Amazon currently has an EcoFlow Delta Pro 3.6KWh LifePo4 with EcoFlow 400W Portable Solar Panel for $2,119.07 before tax. this is with the discount code 0724EFPDFHOB less of a peak output 4500w vs 6000w if that matters to you.
I tried that coupon code and it didn't work with any of the options.
I was going to pick up the F3800 + extra battery BP3800 for $3799 with another $250 back from Capital One shopping but see the price is back up to $4099 (instead of $3799) so I will hold out until next sale, or build my own 24KWH system.
So odd question here, I've generally been following David Prowse on youtube, but the general breakdown of these all-in-one systems vs the build your own still seems confusing to a newbie... Has anyone found good resources to understand why you'd consider this over the DIY systems? I imagine there must be some restrictions on the amount/connectivity of the solar panels in these solutions?
I've been considering buying some used panels (say 15-20, 250-400W panels) that I'd setup on my own property. However that seems like the easy part, the way to put the power into a backup/inverter solution is a bit more confusing. Any help would be appreciated.
So odd question here, I've generally been following David Prowse on youtube, but the general breakdown of these all-in-one systems vs the build your own still seems confusing to a newbie... Has anyone found good resources to understand why you'd consider this over the DIY systems? I imagine there must be some restrictions on the amount/connectivity of the solar panels in these solutions?
I've been considering buying some used panels (say 15-20, 250-400W panels) that I'd setup on my own property. However that seems like the easy part, the way to put the power into a backup/inverter solution is a bit more confusing. Any help would be appreciated.
It really depends on what you plan to do. If you want to do solar with battery with grid tied system (automatic charge/discharge, etc) it is much more difficult as you need permit and calculate carefully on load. DIY is not recommended.
If you just plan on doing this off-grid, it is much easier since you are not tied to grid. And to answer your question, the main difference between this and other DIY system is portability. DIY system is usually cheaper, and you need to make sure you have a matching inverter that works with the battery. Systems like Anker (OPs) or Ecoflow usually already have the inverter integrated and you can simply add extended battery if you want more kw hour for storage. The sytem is easier to move around to different appliances for hook up. And you can bring it to camping. You can use it as home back up system if you have a transfer switch. A DIY usually is fixed location so you would be dedicated to do just a couple things, as long as your cable can reach. A DIY is usually not for camping.
Another thing to look for is the input and output wattage. This essentially decides how long it take to charge the battery or how long the battery charge your EV. If battery is hook up to appliance, the output wattage needs to be large enough to drive your appliance. And there is also the 120v /240v consideration. If you wants to setup solar to charge these battery, you need to calculate the number of panels and their VOC which needs to match to your invertera capabilities to be able to charge the battery.
I found the EG4 system to be the cheapest combo among all. This video below should give you a good idea on how things are connected for off-grid setup.
It really depends on what you plan to do. If you want to do solar with battery with grid tied system (automatic charge/discharge, etc) it is much more difficult as you need permit and calculate carefully on load. DIY is not recommended. If you just plan on doing this off-grid, it is much easier since you are not tied to grid. And to answer your question, the main difference between this and other DIY system is portability. DIY system is usually cheaper, and you need to make sure you have a matching inverter that works with the battery. Systems like Anker (OPs) or Ecoflow usually already have the inverter integrated and you can simply add extended battery if you want more kw hour for storage. The sytem is easier to move around to different appliances for hook up. And you can bring it to camping. You can use it as home back up system if you have a transfer switch. A DIY usually is fixed location so you would be dedicated to do just a couple things, as long as your cable can reach. A DIY is usually not for camping.Another thing to look for is the input and output wattage. This essentially decides how long it take to charge the battery or how long the battery charge your EV. If battery is hook up to appliance, the output wattage needs to be large enough to drive your appliance. And there is also the 120v /240v consideration. If you wants to setup solar to charge these battery, you need to calculate the number of panels and their VOC which needs to match to your invertera capabilities to be able to charge the battery. I found the EG4 system to be the cheapest combo among all. This video below should give you a good idea on how things are connected for off-grid setup. https://youtu.be/m65tUCbNxuc?si=ytZcU-YX1O6YSeEA
the anker way is actually cheaper than DIY esp when you connect it to HPP, the DIY is uglier lol
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this is with the discount code 0724EFPDFHOB
less of a peak output 4500w vs 6000w if that matters to you.
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I've been considering buying some used panels (say 15-20, 250-400W panels) that I'd setup on my own property. However that seems like the easy part, the way to put the power into a backup/inverter solution is a bit more confusing. Any help would be appreciated.
I've been considering buying some used panels (say 15-20, 250-400W panels) that I'd setup on my own property. However that seems like the easy part, the way to put the power into a backup/inverter solution is a bit more confusing. Any help would be appreciated.
If you just plan on doing this off-grid, it is much easier since you are not tied to grid. And to answer your question, the main difference between this and other DIY system is portability. DIY system is usually cheaper, and you need to make sure you have a matching inverter that works with the battery. Systems like Anker (OPs) or Ecoflow usually already have the inverter integrated and you can simply add extended battery if you want more kw hour for storage. The sytem is easier to move around to different appliances for hook up. And you can bring it to camping. You can use it as home back up system if you have a transfer switch. A DIY usually is fixed location so you would be dedicated to do just a couple things, as long as your cable can reach. A DIY is usually not for camping.
Another thing to look for is the input and output wattage. This essentially decides how long it take to charge the battery or how long the battery charge your EV. If battery is hook up to appliance, the output wattage needs to be large enough to drive your appliance. And there is also the 120v /240v consideration. If you wants to setup solar to charge these battery, you need to calculate the number of panels and their VOC which needs to match to your invertera capabilities to be able to charge the battery.
I found the EG4 system to be the cheapest combo among all. This video below should give you a good idea on how things are connected for off-grid setup.
https://youtu.be/m65tUCbNxuc?si=
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