How to Build Expandable Off-grid Solar Systems w/ EG4 6000XP
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Published 2023-12-04
Current Connected (30 units left, 2 weeks out): www.currentconnected.com/product/eg4-6000xp-invert…
Signature Solar (100's available, but may take 3+ weeks):
signaturesolar.com/eg4-6000xp-hybrid-inverter/?ref…
If you need a blueprint and parts list, check out my website:
12,000W Schematic: www.mobile-solarpower.com/48v-complete-system-blue…
6,000W Schematic: www.mobile-solarpower.com/48v-complete-system-blue…
0:00 System Design Discussion
3:54 Parallel Operation Surge Testing
5:17 How to Build it Yourself!
8:03 Ground Neutral Bond Discussion
8:48 Combiner Box/Load Center Organization
12:06 Programming Inverters for Parallel Operation
13:49 Conclusion
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If DIY is not for you, but you love solar and need an offgrid system, check out Tesla Energy! They will price out a system and get your house offgrid: ts.la/william57509
My DIY Solar Equipment Recommendations (Constantly updated! Check here first):
12V/48V Lithium Solar Batteries: www.mobile-solarpower.com/solar-batteries.html
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Complete 48V System Blueprint: www.mobile-solarpower.com/48v-complete-system-blue…
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My Favorite Online Stores for DIY Solar Products:
Signature Solar
Offgrid One-Stop-Shop. Best Value 48V LiFePO4, Victron and Offgrid Specific Heat Pumps:
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Current Connected
SOK, Victron, Mr.Cool Heatpumps and High Quality Components. Fantastic customer support:
currentconnected.com/?ref=wp
Litime
My favorite 12V budget battery!:
www.litime.com/?ref=XBIA62RFcalHns
Epoch Batteries
My favorite high-quality 12V battery:
www.epochbatteries.com/products/12v-460ah-lifepo4-…
Renogy
A classic 12V solar store that has been around for ages! DC to DC Chargers and more!
renogy.sjv.io/n1VjXx
Rich Solar
Renogy's biggest competitor! Similar products, but at a better price:
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Battery Hookup
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Contact Information:
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All Comments (21)
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The 6000XP has become the most popular inverter on this channel, and is currently on backorder. To reserve your spot in the next shipment, check the affiliate links below: Current Connected (30 units left, 2 weeks out): www.currentconnected.com/product/eg4-6000xp-invert… Signature Solar (100's available, but may take 3+ weeks): signaturesolar.com/eg4-6000xp-hybrid-inverter/?ref… If you need a blueprint and parts list, check out my website: 12,000W Schematic: www.mobile-solarpower.com/48v-complete-system-blue… 6,000W Schematic: www.mobile-solarpower.com/48v-complete-system-blue… 0:00 System Design Discussion 3:54 Parallel Operation Surge Testing 5:17 How to Build it Yourself! 8:03 Ground Neutral Bond Discussion 8:48 Combiner Box/Load Center Organization 12:06 Programming Inverters for Parallel Operation 13:49 Conclusion Does off-grid solar confuse you? Check out my DIY friendly website for solar system packages and product recommendations, and so much more! www.mobile-solarpower.com/ Join our DIY solar community #1 largest solar forum on the internet for beginners and professionals alike: www.diysolarforum.com/ Check out my Book Best-selling and beginner-friendly guide to 12V off-grid solar! amzn.to/2Aj4dX4 If DIY is not for you, but you love solar and need an offgrid system, check out Tesla Energy! They will price out a system and get your house offgrid: ts.la/william57509 My DIY Solar Equipment Recommendations (Constantly updated! Check here first): 12V/48V Lithium Solar Batteries: www.mobile-solarpower.com/solar-batteries.html Complete Solar System Component Directory: www.mobile-solarpower.com/solarcomponents.html Complete 48V System Blueprint: www.mobile-solarpower.com/48v-complete-system-blue… Plug-N-Play System Recommendations: www.mobile-solarpower.com/full-size-systems.html Complete "Add to Cart" 48V System Kits: www.mobile-solarpower.com/complete-48v-solar-kits.… DIY Friendly Air Conditioner/ Heat Pumps: www.mobile-solarpower.com/solar-friendly-air-condi… My Favorite Online Stores for DIY Solar Products: Signature Solar Offgrid One-Stop-Shop. Best Value 48V LiFePO4, Victron and Offgrid Specific Heat Pumps: www.signaturesolar.com/?ref=h-cvbzfahsek Current Connected SOK, Victron, mr.cool/ Heatpumps and High Quality Components. Fantastic customer support: currentconnected.com/?ref=wp Litime My favorite 12V budget battery!: www.litime.com/?ref=XBIA62RFcalHns Epoch Batteries My favorite high-quality 12V battery: www.epochbatteries.com/products/12v-460ah-lifepo4-… Renogy A classic 12V solar store that has been around for ages! DC to DC Chargers and more! renogy.sjv.io/n1VjXx Rich Solar Renogy's biggest competitor! Similar products, but at a better price: richsolar.com/?ref=h-cvbzfahsek Battery Hookup Cheap cell deals bit.ly/2mIxSqt 5% off code: diysolar Contact Information: I am NOT available for personal solar system consult! If you wish to contact me, this is my direct email: williamprowsediysolar@gmail.com/ Join the forum at diysolarforum.com/ if you wish to hang out with myself and others and talk about solar FTC Disclosure Statement and Disclaimers: Every video includes some form of paid promotion or sponsorship. Some links on this youtube channel may be affiliate links. We may get paid if you buy something or take an action after clicking one of these. My videos are for educational purposes only. Information is subject to change/update at any time. Electricity is DANGEROUS and can kill. Be smart and use common sense :) DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, An affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com/
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You are the man Will! You're making all this so attainable to the average home owner. I've drastically changed my plans based on your incredibly good videos. I'm moving my home almost completely off grid. It's "illegal" for me to completely disconnect from the grid once connected but I'm going to shift my load almost entirely to the "generator" side of the transfer switch. I'll leave 1 LED bulb in the garage for the power company!
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A followup on required/preferred battery configuration & wiring in this setup would be helpful. I was trying to get a good look at the cabling, but having that be covered would be more comforting. Great video...
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Glad to see more of these, think this model might be a good fit.
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Perfect setup. No more current on the green wire! Thanks as always Will!
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Will, you always have very informative, easy to understand videos. I have been watching you for years, all the way back to the RV days. Great to see you are still at it.
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Can you make a few videos based on budgets. $500, $1000 budget, $2000 budget, $5,000 budget, and a $10,000 budget. Thanks for sharing all the knowledge you do.
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You really can’t beat these units. They are really nice.
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Wow. Now I'm really ready for a major upgrade. Thanks Will, your work both on YT and the DIY solar website has been a comforting inspiration since my first 4s12v build. Now all we need is a major break through in battery chemistry regarding storage, weight and environment.
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I like the load center/ combiner box idea. Simple but effective.
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This is the video I've been waiting for. Cost effective semi-offGrid with grid as backup. thank you
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You said it , I missed it 1st time, wire like a subpanel! You are the man Will! Thanks for the great information and training!
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Thank you will I have been learning much from you keep up the amazing work six stars
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I love how Will not only thoroughly explains the equipment but dives into the details such as wiring, wire size and type, connectors, load center layout, etc… So many others on YT fail to go into this level of detail but we need it!
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SWEET product and great install example. love it
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Love your content , I like how you explain everything and eezzz my stress of going solar for my RV ❤
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This is exactly what I plan to do when building off grid systems for friends and family. I plan to use the wallmount powerpro batteries so they are easily stackable also 😉 thanks for the great video
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Will's videos are so good, I download them and keep them on my Pepper backup SSDs protected in my EMP vault, so I could watch them if things go ... Thanks Wil!
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Excellent video Will!
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Exactly the video I was looking for. Two thumbs 👍🏻.