I've currently got 25 panels (@270 watts/each) with an Enphase micro inverter behind each panel.
I've also got a "portable generator" that includes a 4000 watt true sine wave inverter/charger with about 200 AH of batteries behind it. During normal day-to-day operation, I keep this unit plugged in and it keeps my batteries charged up. If the power goes out, I can attach my portable generator to a special circuit that keeps a small critical load panel running for a few hours.
What I'm curious about is this: if I were to leave my PV array connected during an outage, would the power produced from my portable generator create a local grid that would keep my PV array active? If so, could I then plugin my inverter/charger to my panel and simultaneously charge my batteries from the power coming from the PV array? is there any danger in doing this?
I've also got a "portable generator" that includes a 4000 watt true sine wave inverter/charger with about 200 AH of batteries behind it. During normal day-to-day operation, I keep this unit plugged in and it keeps my batteries charged up. If the power goes out, I can attach my portable generator to a special circuit that keeps a small critical load panel running for a few hours.
What I'm curious about is this: if I were to leave my PV array connected during an outage, would the power produced from my portable generator create a local grid that would keep my PV array active? If so, could I then plugin my inverter/charger to my panel and simultaneously charge my batteries from the power coming from the PV array? is there any danger in doing this?
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