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What to Ask Yourself Before Installing an Off-Grid Solar System
The Important Questions:
When you decide to build the solar system you have been wanting, there are some questions to ask yourself in order to get started:
2. How long without sun do you want to be able to run your stuff?
3. What is your budget?
We will be covering these questions below!
Programing Charge Controllers
What is a Solar Charge Controller?:
Solar charge controllers are electronic devices that are used to regulate the charge of a battery from a solar panel. They ensure that the battery is not overcharged or discharged excessively, which can damage the battery and shorten its lifespan.
Used Solar Panel Deep Dive
Used Panels and Their Benefits:
If you know what to expect and know your way around used products, then used solar panels are a great, cost-effective way to go. Keep in mind that these panels will never be as good as brand-new ones, however, that shouldn’t deter you from considering used solar panels that can be more suitable for your budget.
What is an Off-Grid Kit and How Are They Different?
The Essentials for Off-Grid Kits May Include:
- Charge controller and inverter or a hybrid inverter
- Combiner box or parallel adaptors
- 10 AWG PV wire
- DC disconnects
- Fuses
- MC4 connectors
- Solar panels*
- Battery storage*
*as an option on some of our kits
Which Grid-Tie Solar Kit is Right for Me?
Are Solar Kits a good option for you?
If you are looking to put solar on your home, the grid-tied solar kits at SanTan Solar are a great option for you! By utilizing components from trusted manufacturers and bundling them, these kits offer a more economical solution when compared to many other solar options on the market.