*FULL KIT* (affiliate links)
-Eg4 6000XP(SignatureSolar)…https://signaturesolar.com/eg4-6000xp-off-grid-inverter-split-phase/?ref=DiySolarPowerFun ($50 Discount Code: See Coupon Codes below)
-RUIXU Battery USA Supplier…https://shopsolarkits.com/collections/ruixu-battery/1302 ($ 70 Discount Code: RAY70)
-Ferrule Crimping tool…Amazon: https://amzn.to/3xgw7oE
-2/0 Ring Terminal Crimping Tool: https://amzn.to/3yp8Z7T IWISS’s Site: https://glnk.io/jlyz9/ray
Battery Cable Crimping tool: IWISS’s Site: https://glnk.io/jlyz9/ray
-Ring Terminals I used: https://amzn.to/47GcyUQ
-HardieBacker Cement Backerboard…https://www.homedepot.com/p/James-Hardie-HardieBacker-0-42-in-x-3-ft-x-5-ft-Cement-Backerboard-220023/100170507?source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&pla&mtc=SHOPPING-BF-CDP-GGL-D23F-023_014_FLOOR_TOOLS-NA-NA-NA-PMAX-NA-NA-NA-NA-NBR-NA-NA-NA-FLR_TOOLS_PMax_G&cm_mmc=SHOPPING-BF-CDP-GGL-D23F-023_014_FLOOR_TOOLS-NA-NA-NA-PMAX-NA-NA-NA-NA-NBR-NA-NA-NA-FLR_TOOLS_PMax_G-71700000102945947–&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw5ImwBhBtEiwAFHDZxwMtyPmNwzlnYSd0qJBYh-q60C99Ajdwp5HrKoocLJQHDQCmdVgGjBoCYPEQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds#overlay (Thank you LithiumSolar for recommending this)
-60 breaker(Verify that this fits your panel): https://amzn.to/44PXwKG
-Polaris Connectors: https://amzn.to/4bDdNog
-Torque Screwdriver: https://amzn.to/3V5q7Iz
-MaxiFlex Nitrile Palm Coated Gloves…https://amzn.to/3J0K4JD (I love these)
-Wire Guage chat: https://www.bluesea.com/support/articles/Circuit_Protection/1437/Part_1%3A_Choosing_the_Correct_Wire_Size_for_a_DC_Circuit
Klein cl900 Meter: https://amzn.to/4bKuDBK
*Other Battery Options*:
—EG4 LifePower4 Server Rack Battery: https://signaturesolar.com/eg4-lifepower4-lithium-battery-48v-100ah/?ref=DiySolarPowerFun
UPDATES:
– The breakers shown on the LOAD and GRID are actually 50amp breakers(Not the 63 amps I mention). Thanks commenters for pointing that out.
Here I’m installing an Off-Grid Battery backup and Solar Power System on my house. This is a simple DIY emergency power backup option in case the power goes out. Step by Step.
*Chapters*
0:00 Intro
3:35 Installing 6000XP
21:19 Connecting RUIXU batteries and Communication with EG4 6000xp Inverter
23:42 Selecting Breakers and Wire Sizing
27:27 Ruixu Racking System
27:53 LOAD TESTING (eg4 6000XP)
37:43 6960 Watts on one leg…Unbalanced.
38:34 Summary . . .
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*DISCOUNT CODES*
Signature Solar…………..https://signaturesolar.com/?ref=DiySolarPowerFun ($50 Discount code: “DIYSOLARFUNGET50” )
Watts247………………….https://watts247.com/product/pv-combiner-boxes-quick-select/?wpam_id=133(2% discount code: RAY)
SanTan Solar……………..https://www.santansolar.com/?ref=DiySolarPowerFun (%5 Discount Code: RAY)
ShopSolar………….. …..https://shopsolarkits.com/1302 ($100 Discount Code:RAY)
Ruixu Batteries…………..https://www.ruixubattery.com/?ref=fOKapj_VLUpGf4 (Discount Code:Ray70)
Integra Rack Coupon….https://solarpowerdistributors.com/?ref=byhkjzrf (10% off Discount Code:RAY)
*Contact info*
If you want to get a hold you me you can email me at: diysolarpowerfunRay@gmail.com
For questions, please reach out to me in the video comments where I and others can provide feedback to you.
*Disclaimer*
I am not a licensed electrician. Working with electricity is dangerous and can lead to injury or death, even when following documentation and instructions. I can not be held liable for such damage or injury. I am not giving or seeking to give advice on how to work with electricity. You should consult with a licensed professional whenever possible and get all work reviewed by an inspector and follow any local regulations in your area. I’m documenting my projects for informational purposes only. Electricity can kill you! BE CAREFUL!.
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