Hey everyone! I'm diving into setting up a solar power system and I'm on the hunt for the right battery options. Here are my key requirements: I'm looking for something affordable, yet reliable, and it should have good software integration for monitoring with app control, along with compatibility with inverters. I'm aiming for a usable capacity of 15 kWh or more, and it's crucial that it has high-quality specs such as a long cycle life, efficiency, and depth of discharge. Ideally, I want batteries that can last for 6000+ cycles if possible, and they need to be compatible with standard residential solar setups. I'm particularly interested in brands that have a proven track record of performance and decent local availability for shipping. I'd love to hear about your experiences with specific models, especially in terms of longevity and performance in real-life situations. Thanks in advance for your suggestions!
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I've had great success with 6 EG4-LL 48V server rack-style batteries over the past 2.5 years. They've performed exactly as advertised, and I'm really happy with them. They're set up in a lockable steel cabinet, connected in parallel, giving me a total capacity of 30 kWh. No issues at all!
Depending on where you are, I had a great experience with Basengreen. They really came through for me! You might want to check them out. Here's a (https://youtu.be/5AU1bgc7krU) with more info!
You might want to check out the Franklin aPower system. It seems to match what you're looking for! ?
I got sorted out with some 16 kWh batteries from Deligreenpower, and they've been running perfectly for almost a year now. I bought 3 and I'm planning to grab a 4th one before winter hits. Great price too!
Sounds solid! I'm looking for something reliable, so this might be a good option.