I'm planning to build a 10x12 shed in my backyard to set up a workspace for my computer and 3D printers. I'm going to insulate and drywall it, and I'll have a small window air conditioner for cooling. My three 3D printers consume about 1 kWh every 20 hours, and my PC has a power supply rated at 1000W, but it usually doesn't pull that much. I'm looking for the best solar and battery solutions to power this setup effectively. Any recommendations?
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A plug-and-play option could be a battery box like Jackery or Bluetti. These come with built-in plugs for your equipment and can be bought as packages with solar panels. I’ve used one for my travel trailer, and it’s been great so far!
It's a simple solution, but for the same price, you might want to consider building a more powerful system. Will Prowse created a mobile setup with a 5kW hybrid inverter and 5kWh battery for under $1750. Just keep in mind that running an AC will take a big toll—probably around 12kWh daily. Aim for about 3kW in panels and a 10kWh battery, and you should be good to go for around $3500-4000.