Hey everyone! I'm diving into my first solar project for my container home and using an EcoFlow Ultra with one of their Ultra batteries. Right now, I'm in the construction phase and mostly just powering tools, which has been working well. I've hooked up four EcoWorthy 200-watt panels by wiring them in pairs - two in series and then connecting those pairs in parallel. The most I've seen on the EcoFlow's display is about 510 watts during peak sunlight in Miami, Florida. I was expecting closer to 650 or 700 watts, so is it normal to see only 510 watts at this point with 800 watts of brand new panels? Any insights would be appreciated! Thanks!
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I think you're in the clear! 510 watts seems reasonable for your setup. Just make sure there's enough space between your panels and the container for air circulation—heat can really impact output. If they're too close, it could lead to overheating and decrease efficiency.
Thanks for the help! I was worried something was off. I'm currently using spacers to tilt them south, and they're in full sun without any shade. I also have a smaller setup with a Delta 2 and a single Renogy 200w panel that has peaked at around 170 watts. Do you think the Renogy panels are better quality than the EcoWorthy ones?