At Cutler Bay Solar Solutions we prefer Enphase products above the rest. Here's our top reasons why their IQ Batteries are our top choice. www.cbsolar.miami
Enphase’s ac topology is relatively safer but limiting in my view. Having access to dc power allows for considerably more efficient energy management technology to be developed - such as dc coupled batteries. Roof top safety can be achieved via optimisers as well - safe dc and arc prevention
What copper wire size should I use from the IQ Controller 3G to 4 5P batteries? Currently thinking about mounting the batteries around 50 ft away from the controller.
Do these batteries work with any solar installation or only ones that use enphase microinverters ? I have SunPower panels, trying to see if this works with those or not.
I had an Enphase system, 11 395 Panels with IQ-8 MicroInverters installed in May 2023. That system also included a System II Controller but it has not yet been installed. I am looking to add batteries. I installed a soft start kit on my 3.5-ton AC, that took the full amp load from 114 amps to 29 amps. My goal is to eventually go off-grid. However, I do not see how I can power my whole house in either a grid-down or off-grid scenario as I have been told I can only have 4 120-volt circuits in my subpanel with the System II Controller. My question is, is it possible with enough solar panels and battery backup to power my whole house? I realize I also need a generator to cover when the sun does not shine. Ideally, I would like the generator to only charge the batteries, not run the house. Is this possible? Thank you
Okay that’s not completely accurate about using your ev. Your Ev has to allow for bidirectional charging in order for that to happen. Currently Tesla does not allow for that except in the Cybertruck and who can afford one of those ?
Enphase has developed everything around the batteries: - BMS battery controller made by Enphase - Battery main board and PLC made by Enphase - IQ-Gateway (Envoy) main controller made by Enphase - Housing, cooling made by Enphase only the battery itself are made by CATL See the video Enphase Battery Inside on youtube.
True but Installers have to stand behing their product. If you are choosing a good installer, they will be servicing the system if and when needed so they are incentivized to recommend equipment that they are confident will not malfunction.
@@samuelpierog1302 but installers only service what they know. I'm calling for broader knowledge. RE+ shows great products every year especially this year. But installers still only know and preach Enphase. Time to offer customers newer products from different manufacturers and let the customer decide what they want.
Because reliable installers will typically only install the most reliable parts and systems. So when pairing batteries with solar energy the input from the company you expect to maintain the system it should matter what they think. Doesn’t mean it’s the only thing that matters but it’s something to keep in mind.
