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To: driftdiver
I've got a small system for backup here in semi suburban area.

4 22AH sealed Pb batteries, new ($152), a charge control with cutoff ($55), and a couple of 40W panels ($229 total).

I use Anderson power pole connectors for safety.

With the small inverter I have for that setup, I can't run much, but I can recharge phone batteries, run radio equipment, a light or 2 and a fan.

It will run a small fan all night long. That much I know from the last power outage. ;)

/johnny

105 posted on 11/14/2012 12:44:33 PM PST by JRandomFreeper (Gone Galt)
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To: JRandomFreeper

Could you add more batteries and increase its capacity? The panels should keep them charged for light use. One advantage I have here in Florida is the amount of sunlight we get.

The systems I’ve seen online are much more expensive then what you just posted.


106 posted on 11/14/2012 1:01:01 PM PST by driftdiver (I could eat it raw, but why do that when I have a fire.)
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