Lourens78

For the two i paid R40k

I just want to thank you all for the information provided. My Off-grid system is now up and running. Will post the results of the systems performance after it was running for a month.

Agree, off grid is very expensive. I am trying to get as much off the grid as possible. So for now i am busy with adding 12 x 370w Canadian solar Panels and two 3.5kw Pylontech batteries with a Goodwe 4.6 Inverter. I think this will be a massive learning for me, either way its not going to be a loss as it will cover all the essentials in my house. Yes, i think this is very important. Use low energy appliances and if not if you can overtime replace them. I started off by replacing electric hob with gas hob, i replaced b class fridges with A++. I replaced my geyser with a solar geyser. This was the starting point! First find a reputable company that can install and certify your system if they cannot do it and provide you with the necessary certifications when completed then i would not have started.

I must say the people on this forum is genuinely helpful. I have a tile roof and is 100% north facing i have about 40sqm i can use of the (4 x 13 tile roof) Why did you choose smaller panels and not bigger for the full array or with let's say 15 panels (160w) or will 8 (300w) panels also work, my understanding you can connect up to 19 solar panels to the Goodwe. My thinking is longer term. i.e adding additional panels. What is the pro's and cons around this decision?

Thank you for the info so far it is really informative. I will contact the COCT on monday and find out if they will have issues pertaining to the Goodwe 4.6. It does look as if you can get it approved. If you have further info on the questions above it will be much appreciated.

This makes 100% sense thank you very much.. Out of curiosity how do people get it right to install these 5KW inverters if they have 60A breakers? i have not come across any house yet unless it had 3 phase where it has a breaker bigger than 60A.

Firstly i do apologize i have no electrical knowledge and would really appreciate your help and guidance. I have a 60 Amp breaker in my house and would like to install the Goodwe 4.6Kw Hybrid inverter. If i do this will it be approved by COCT? Cant the electrician just upgrade the breaker to an 80 Amp Breaker? Would you recommend the Goodwe 4.6KW inverter? What is a good price for the Goodwe 4.6KW Hybrid Inverter? For my battery backup im looking at adding 3 Pylontech 2.4kwh batteries. Is it best to start of with two 3.5KW batteries or three 2.4KW batteries Can i add 3.5KW batteries to a 2.4KW battery bank later if i want to upgrade? What is a good price for the 2.4KW batteries and or the 3.5KW What is a reasonable lifespan for these batteries I will also connect 12 x 360W Canadian Solar PolyPERC's. How many Solar Panels can i connect based on the 4,6 Inverter and the battery bank How does the 360W Canadian Solar PolyPerc panels compare to other makes / sizes taking price and value into consideration What is a good price for Solar Panels? Taking all the above into account i would like to upgrade the system in 2 years time by adding additional batteries and panels Your comments will be greatly appreciated.

Firstly i do apologize i have no electrical knowledge and would really appreciate your help and guidance. I have a 60 Amp breaker in my house and would like to install the Goodwe 4.6Kw Hybrid inverter. If i do this will it be approved by COCT? Cant the electrician just upgrade the breaker to an 80 Amp Breaker? What is a good price for the Goodwe 4.6KW Hybrid Inverter? For my battery backup im looking at adding 3 Pylontech 2.4kwh batteries. Is it best to start of with two 3.5KW batteries Can i add 3.5KW batteries to a 2.4KW battery bank later if i want to upgrade? What is a good price for the 2.4KW batteries and or the 3.5KW I will also connect 12 x 360W Canadian Solar PolyPERC's. How many Solar Panels can i connect based on the 4,6 Inverter and the battery bank How does the 360W Canadian Solar PolyPerc panels compare to other makes / sizes taking price and value into consideration What is a good price for Solar Panels? Taking all the above into account i would like to upgrade the system in 2 years time by adding additional batteries and panels Your comments will be greatly appreciated.