Have you had the chance to check out Unisolar strips? I'm seeing them on ebay for $199 at a claimed output of 124v. From what i'm seeing, that may be a solution to the 'breakage' conundrum.
Hi, now that you have had some time using the Windmax turbines, do you still consider them a quality unit? I have a new Windmax 1000w 24V turbine in transit to me that I was able to purchase at a descent price. My original plan was to install two Windmax 400w 12V turbines, as I believe I read somewhere that they have a faster start up in lower wind speeds? Now that I have the 1000w coming, would I be better off putting up two additional two 400w turbines or an additional 1000w. Thanks! Paul
@TheMoonrakers Never had a single bit of problem out of my turbines, those things just keep going strong. You did the right thing getting the HY-1000, in normal winds of around 12mph you'll be getting around 300 watts out of its 1000 watt rating, of course the power rises very quickly as the wind picks up. Get another 1,000 that's what I did, the 400 output is too low in moderate wind.
Use the solar cells to create and store hydrogen. Purchase a quality gas generator suitable to your energy needs. Convert the generator to burn hydrogen. Wire the generator to feed the main breaker panel.
Then inform the electric company to remove their property from your residence or legal action will be taken.
We are getting 12v from the Cells and will deliver 15kw of 220V/60 hz or 380V triphase. For purpose of reliability, I cannot do anything in series. only paralell. This unit will power a Sea Water Desal unit in Africa (if we can finish the Solar unit). The Solar system will use the Batteries as Buffer and a Diesel Generator as a UPS, in daytime. Rgds, Theo. Orlando Systems.
I am working on a 15kw, 70 panels, 250w each, Mobile System. I can use some help to figure this one out. I have the offer for panels (SBM), the batteries (VALENCE) but I am stuck on the Inverters and Integration, 220Volt/60Hz. The system is divided in 14 racks of 5 panels each, about 40" x 80" per panel. We plant about 24 batteries, at 138ah, for 2hours UPS minimum.
Your video and install is very professional. I had no time to visit the Great Banks Yet. Tks. Theo.orsys@yahoo.com
@OrlandoSystems Assuming you'll wire for 48 volts (I would), then you would end up with four banks of 6 batteries in series each and then the four banks connected in parallel. That will give you 3,312 Amps but at 50% draw you'll have 1,656 amps usable power which at 48volts equals 79.488 KW. If you plan on using that much in 24 hours then you'll need a 4KW inverter. The rest is simple just choosing which circuits to wire to a transfer panel with sufficient circuits.
Im really new to this stuff. How much money did you spend roughly did you spend USD? And how far does it get you as far as energy and time? Thank you. Great video
@burtonlegand Got to various web sites for solar power like wholesalesolar, sunelec, etc and they have complete kits of various sizes so you can now pick your price and your wattage. God bless you
I am a happy windmax owner as well,however the charge controller that comes with them is not heavy enough so I built my own.I would like to know if you are a electrician by trade or a ?keep up the good work!
HELL OF A SYSTEM MY FRIEND. JUST HAVE A QUESTION IM SETTING UP MY OUTBACK THINKING OF GOING WITH THE GVFX3524 OR THE 3648 HAVE ANY THOUGHTS ON THIS ALSO GETTING A Outback Power FM60 MPPT 60 Amp Solar Charge Controller. MY QUESTION ON THIS IS. ?DO I HAVE TO RUN THE POSITIVE GOING TO THE BATT BANK ALL THE WAY TO THE BATT BANK OR CAN I TAP IN TO THE WIRE THATS GOING TO THE INV. THANKS BY THE WAY ARE YOU CUBAN
@orlan7s1 Go with 3648 if you can, the higher the battery voltage the lower the amps on the wires and the more efficient power conversion is. For the charge controller you don' t have to go all the way to batteries if you already have battery cables going to your inverters, just use those to also go to the charge controller, it's all the same circuit. Yes I was born in Cuba, but I became and American when I became a citizen so I consider myself an American first and foremost. Thanks for posting.
Do not waste your money on small batteries . The best way to store your energy is by using a forklift battery pack .You can get a refurbished one from a forklift repair shop for about 600 to 800 dollars. and the up side for the investmen, the batteries will last about 40 years! so, do the math.... super video! thanks.
@GLEEPERS66 I thought about using forklift batteries, I just can't trust most places that claim to sell reconditioned batteries to really know what the actual state of them are. If they were new and I had the money to spend $3,000 on a new set I would have gone that route. For now, I'm happy with my decision since I know the condition of the plates and I know and I'm constantly desulfating.
@jone3333333333 That is not possible my friend, only when due to lack of maintenance one battery goes bad will you ever see that. I have worked with 24v circuits for years and I have never seen that.
THANKYOU . AL. I need you info. so i can send you the money what. name. you wanted. under. so once you get there all you need.to give then is the pin number. and your name. at western union. .please let me know. .so i can send you the money. tomorrow. friday. i can not send the money unless. i have the info.to avoid delays...thank you brother. godbless. ps. email me. the info please. thankyou
@HUCKLES42 Yes, I still have it. It is a TrippLite APS 2012, new, never used, have the manual for it. You can look it up on line, they even have the manual on line. It sells for about $650. I want $375 for it. Thanks!
@econewpower I WANT THE INVETER. I HOPE YOU STILL HAVE IT.I WAS OUT TOWN.JUST TELL ME HOW DO YOU WANT ME TO PAY.FOR .IT.I CAN DO TO. WESTERN UNION. I THINK THATS. AND EASY.WAY. OR JUST LET ME KNOW .PLEASE. THANKS GODBLESS
@HUCKLES42 I sent you a message to your email to arrange for payment. I got your address so I'll send you the inverter on Friday via UPS with a tracking number. God bless and take care.
how much are you planning to sell the inveter. that .you said .your not going to used. brother im got a proyect .going back .home. . i like to know. .howmuch you want for the inveter. god bleess .
Hi al, Another good job I allways enjoy watching your videos. Thanks for your comments on my videos allso. It looks like your headed in the wright direction on your project. I cant wait to see how your panel install works out and I hope you film it. Allso, were can I get the 100w dupot panels for $1.00 a watt?I sure like to get some of thoses.
@FUBARPROTOCOL Carey I got the panels from sunelec (.)(com) and I paid $1.20 per watt. I just saw yesterday they had four left for $1.70 per watt, however, they have other panels that are as low or lower. Take a look at the Kaneka 60watt panels, they are made in Japan, UL listed, make more power than other panels when it's hot and they price per watt is pretty darn good. I think they have them at $84 per panel. Take care buddy!
@michael970 I've been doing grid tie for over a year now using the Enphase micro inverters on my 1.6Kw Sharp panels. I will do some grid tie on this system as well but will save that video for later this month everything is done (should be done by the second week in October).
How do you diagnose a bad battery cell with so many batteries wired in series and parallel. It seems like one bad cell would foul up the whole charging and desulfating process.
@Redneckology You do hydrometer checks monthly at the same time you service for water level, that's how you would be able to tell if you had a bad cell.
@DeepsouthSolar Because originally I was going to use a 12v battery bank, so 2KW of solar at 12v equals 166Amps and each one is capable of only 80 Amps. Now that I'm going to rewire into 24 volts I will only need one so I will reserve it for future panels or sell it on eBay. Do you want one? :-)
Have you had the chance to check out Unisolar strips? I'm seeing them on ebay for $199 at a claimed output of 124v. From what i'm seeing, that may be a solution to the 'breakage' conundrum.
spunkyprep 2 days ago
@spunkyprep Yes, technology is changing rapidly for sure
econewpower 1 hour ago
Hi, now that you have had some time using the Windmax turbines, do you still consider them a quality unit? I have a new Windmax 1000w 24V turbine in transit to me that I was able to purchase at a descent price. My original plan was to install two Windmax 400w 12V turbines, as I believe I read somewhere that they have a faster start up in lower wind speeds? Now that I have the 1000w coming, would I be better off putting up two additional two 400w turbines or an additional 1000w. Thanks! Paul
TheMoonrakers 2 weeks ago
@TheMoonrakers Never had a single bit of problem out of my turbines, those things just keep going strong. You did the right thing getting the HY-1000, in normal winds of around 12mph you'll be getting around 300 watts out of its 1000 watt rating, of course the power rises very quickly as the wind picks up. Get another 1,000 that's what I did, the 400 output is too low in moderate wind.
econewpower 2 weeks ago
@AussieHomestead I can carry more power with smaller wires, fuses, etc. Essentially I can lower my overall AMP load while increasing my WATT load.
econewpower 1 month ago
Use the solar cells to create and store hydrogen. Purchase a quality gas generator suitable to your energy needs. Convert the generator to burn hydrogen. Wire the generator to feed the main breaker panel.
Then inform the electric company to remove their property from your residence or legal action will be taken.
bridgetroll9 2 months ago
Hi and thank you for your reply.
We are getting 12v from the Cells and will deliver 15kw of 220V/60 hz or 380V triphase. For purpose of reliability, I cannot do anything in series. only paralell. This unit will power a Sea Water Desal unit in Africa (if we can finish the Solar unit). The Solar system will use the Batteries as Buffer and a Diesel Generator as a UPS, in daytime. Rgds, Theo. Orlando Systems.
OrlandoSystems 3 months ago
Hi, nice set-up
I am working on a 15kw, 70 panels, 250w each, Mobile System. I can use some help to figure this one out. I have the offer for panels (SBM), the batteries (VALENCE) but I am stuck on the Inverters and Integration, 220Volt/60Hz. The system is divided in 14 racks of 5 panels each, about 40" x 80" per panel. We plant about 24 batteries, at 138ah, for 2hours UPS minimum.
Your video and install is very professional. I had no time to visit the Great Banks Yet. Tks. Theo.orsys@yahoo.com
OrlandoSystems 3 months ago
@OrlandoSystems Assuming you'll wire for 48 volts (I would), then you would end up with four banks of 6 batteries in series each and then the four banks connected in parallel. That will give you 3,312 Amps but at 50% draw you'll have 1,656 amps usable power which at 48volts equals 79.488 KW. If you plan on using that much in 24 hours then you'll need a 4KW inverter. The rest is simple just choosing which circuits to wire to a transfer panel with sufficient circuits.
econewpower 3 months ago
thanks bro!
ZWATER1 5 months ago
@TorchwoodElectrics Some on eBay on some on Amazon
econewpower 10 months ago
Im really new to this stuff. How much money did you spend roughly did you spend USD? And how far does it get you as far as energy and time? Thank you. Great video
burtonlegand 11 months ago
@burtonlegand Got to various web sites for solar power like wholesalesolar, sunelec, etc and they have complete kits of various sizes so you can now pick your price and your wattage. God bless you
econewpower 11 months ago
I am a happy windmax owner as well,however the charge controller that comes with them is not heavy enough so I built my own.I would like to know if you are a electrician by trade or a ?keep up the good work!
warrencountyoil 1 year ago
HELL OF A SYSTEM MY FRIEND. JUST HAVE A QUESTION IM SETTING UP MY OUTBACK THINKING OF GOING WITH THE GVFX3524 OR THE 3648 HAVE ANY THOUGHTS ON THIS ALSO GETTING A Outback Power FM60 MPPT 60 Amp Solar Charge Controller. MY QUESTION ON THIS IS. ?DO I HAVE TO RUN THE POSITIVE GOING TO THE BATT BANK ALL THE WAY TO THE BATT BANK OR CAN I TAP IN TO THE WIRE THATS GOING TO THE INV. THANKS BY THE WAY ARE YOU CUBAN
orlan7s1 1 year ago
@orlan7s1 Go with 3648 if you can, the higher the battery voltage the lower the amps on the wires and the more efficient power conversion is. For the charge controller you don' t have to go all the way to batteries if you already have battery cables going to your inverters, just use those to also go to the charge controller, it's all the same circuit. Yes I was born in Cuba, but I became and American when I became a citizen so I consider myself an American first and foremost. Thanks for posting.
econewpower 1 year ago
Do not waste your money on small batteries . The best way to store your energy is by using a forklift battery pack .You can get a refurbished one from a forklift repair shop for about 600 to 800 dollars. and the up side for the investmen, the batteries will last about 40 years! so, do the math.... super video! thanks.
GLEEPERS66 1 year ago
@GLEEPERS66 I thought about using forklift batteries, I just can't trust most places that claim to sell reconditioned batteries to really know what the actual state of them are. If they were new and I had the money to spend $3,000 on a new set I would have gone that route. For now, I'm happy with my decision since I know the condition of the plates and I know and I'm constantly desulfating.
econewpower 1 year ago
when you put two batterys in series and you chare them, they can become uninkwell.
one being 10 volts and one being 15 volts.
jone3333333333 1 year ago
@jone3333333333 That is not possible my friend, only when due to lack of maintenance one battery goes bad will you ever see that. I have worked with 24v circuits for years and I have never seen that.
econewpower 1 year ago
you sould keep it a 12 volt system. 24 can destroy batteries.
jone3333333333 1 year ago
@jone3333333333 Really? How so?
econewpower 1 year ago
Al, I think your addicted to alternate energy. Sorry to break it to ya bud. LOL! Awesome man. Love the vids as always.
N8Dogg1002 1 year ago
what do you call the device that extends the life of your bank of batteries?
Orryl 1 year ago
@Orryl A battery desulfator. Thanks!
econewpower 1 year ago
THANKYOU . AL. I need you info. so i can send you the money what. name. you wanted. under. so once you get there all you need.to give then is the pin number. and your name. at western union. .please let me know. .so i can send you the money. tomorrow. friday. i can not send the money unless. i have the info.to avoid delays...thank you brother. godbless. ps. email me. the info please. thankyou
HUCKLES42 1 year ago
@HUCKLES42 Did you get the inverter buddy? Have you tried it yet? How do you like it? I've been praying for you.
econewpower 1 year ago
hy al do you still have the inveter. thankyou . god bleess
HUCKLES42 1 year ago
@HUCKLES42 Yes, I still have it. It is a TrippLite APS 2012, new, never used, have the manual for it. You can look it up on line, they even have the manual on line. It sells for about $650. I want $375 for it. Thanks!
econewpower 1 year ago
@econewpower I WANT THE INVETER. I HOPE YOU STILL HAVE IT.I WAS OUT TOWN.JUST TELL ME HOW DO YOU WANT ME TO PAY.FOR .IT.I CAN DO TO. WESTERN UNION. I THINK THATS. AND EASY.WAY. OR JUST LET ME KNOW .PLEASE. THANKS GODBLESS
HUCKLES42 1 year ago
@HUCKLES42 I sent you a message to your email to arrange for payment. I got your address so I'll send you the inverter on Friday via UPS with a tracking number. God bless and take care.
econewpower 1 year ago
how much are you planning to sell the inveter. that .you said .your not going to used. brother im got a proyect .going back .home. . i like to know. .howmuch you want for the inveter. god bleess .
HUCKLES42 1 year ago
Hi al, Another good job I allways enjoy watching your videos. Thanks for your comments on my videos allso. It looks like your headed in the wright direction on your project. I cant wait to see how your panel install works out and I hope you film it. Allso, were can I get the 100w dupot panels for $1.00 a watt?I sure like to get some of thoses.
Thanks, Carey
FUBARPROTOCOL 1 year ago
@FUBARPROTOCOL Carey I got the panels from sunelec (.)(com) and I paid $1.20 per watt. I just saw yesterday they had four left for $1.70 per watt, however, they have other panels that are as low or lower. Take a look at the Kaneka 60watt panels, they are made in Japan, UL listed, make more power than other panels when it's hot and they price per watt is pretty darn good. I think they have them at $84 per panel. Take care buddy!
econewpower 1 year ago
can you give me the name and model? of the inverter?
and why do you want
the batterys at 24 V?
kricotas 1 year ago
@kricotas Outback FlexMax 8
Because of better availability of inverters at that voltage and thinner wires due to smaller amperage draw at 24v.
econewpower 1 year ago
@econewpower Outback FlexMax 8 charger controller???
the inverter dc to ac whats is the name and model number?
very nice charger controller wow!!
how many batterys are u planing to have?
kricotas 1 year ago
@kricotas I meant to write Outback FlexMax 80 charge controller.
The inverter is TrippLite APS2012
I plan on 20 batteries.
Thanks!
econewpower 1 year ago
@kricotas TrippLite APS2012 inverter. I want $375, shipping included.
econewpower 1 year ago
how much do you want for your inverter??
send me a email please
thanks
kricotas 1 year ago
@kricotas $600 - shipping included. It is brand new as you can see.
econewpower 1 year ago
Great job on the video.Your system looks great. I hope you get it up a running soon.Will you do any grid tie.TAKE CARE and keep up the great job
michael970 1 year ago
@michael970 I've been doing grid tie for over a year now using the Enphase micro inverters on my 1.6Kw Sharp panels. I will do some grid tie on this system as well but will save that video for later this month everything is done (should be done by the second week in October).
econewpower 1 year ago
How do you diagnose a bad battery cell with so many batteries wired in series and parallel. It seems like one bad cell would foul up the whole charging and desulfating process.
Redneckology 1 year ago
@Redneckology You do hydrometer checks monthly at the same time you service for water level, that's how you would be able to tell if you had a bad cell.
econewpower 1 year ago
Nice video. Why did you get two of the outback 80s?
DeepsouthSolar 1 year ago
@DeepsouthSolar Because originally I was going to use a 12v battery bank, so 2KW of solar at 12v equals 166Amps and each one is capable of only 80 Amps. Now that I'm going to rewire into 24 volts I will only need one so I will reserve it for future panels or sell it on eBay. Do you want one? :-)
econewpower 1 year ago
@econewpower Send me an email with the price for that one of for the 60.
DeepsouthSolar 1 year ago