Subj : Re: pics of the solar setup...so far.
To   : Skuz
From : Orbitman
Date : Thu Aug 17 2017 07:34:09

On 08/17/17, Skuz said the following...
 Sk> Thanks for sharing your solar project system info and pictures. Nice
 Sk> setup you have. I checked out (Windynation) products and prices today.
 Sk> Those batteries have a life cycle of around 500-800 charges. So they
 Sk> should last several years (depending on load) and usage, I would guess.
 Sk> I know how great the feeling is when we all feel more, and more
 Sk> self-relaint. Congrats ;)

Thank you sir!  I enjoyed the project and learned a fair bit about solar. The
batteries are the most expensive part of the system. That one cost about
$185 but like you said, it should last quite a while depending on usage. You
can use slightly cheaper batteries like a deep cycle marine, just make sure to
get the highest amp-hour you can afford. I use one 85 amp-hour marine battery
to power part of my ham radio station and it works nicely.

The panels are rated for 20-25 years. They will still put out 80% of their
rated power at that age.

The main purpose of the system is to provide power/lights to the storage
shed. Sure, it cost more than running a 120v line to it....BUT, I would not
have learned anything and it would still be tied to the mains. I wanted an
independent system that could be used for additional aux power in case it's
needed.

Thanks!
Orbitman (Allen)
telnet://orbitbbs.ddns.net:7210
Opp, Alabama, USA

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