Hello all,
I have been toying around with a solar project. I have a good background in building and electronics, but new to solar.
I'd like to have a good quality system to run my outdoor landscape lighting (all 12 volt, some incandescent/some led). I am currently gathering the total amps drawn, but don't expect it'll be large.
I'd like to get a system that can grow as my needs grow, but will never be a big system.
I am thinking of starting with a single 100w panel, (about $120 on amazon) and want a good controller and other needed items, which won't be useless if i add a few more panels next year. I'd also like a good, solid battery, which had plenty of headroom to not drain every night, and can take more batteries/growth going forward. I have been looking at options and wanted to get a list of suggested components from the experts here, keeping in mind i don't want to under build or quickly outgrow. My budget is ~$500, but can be more for the right components/setup.
I have plenty of sun and a great location for storing batteries/controller within about 20 feet from panel(s).
Any and all input would be appreciated!
I have been toying around with a solar project. I have a good background in building and electronics, but new to solar.
I'd like to have a good quality system to run my outdoor landscape lighting (all 12 volt, some incandescent/some led). I am currently gathering the total amps drawn, but don't expect it'll be large.
I'd like to get a system that can grow as my needs grow, but will never be a big system.
I am thinking of starting with a single 100w panel, (about $120 on amazon) and want a good controller and other needed items, which won't be useless if i add a few more panels next year. I'd also like a good, solid battery, which had plenty of headroom to not drain every night, and can take more batteries/growth going forward. I have been looking at options and wanted to get a list of suggested components from the experts here, keeping in mind i don't want to under build or quickly outgrow. My budget is ~$500, but can be more for the right components/setup.
I have plenty of sun and a great location for storing batteries/controller within about 20 feet from panel(s).
Any and all input would be appreciated!
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