Looking for some constructive criticism around some plans for a solar trailer setup to collect/store power and feed it into a transfer switch in my house for 6 select circuits to offset a good portion of my consumption, so if you're interested in seeing what I've already planned/ordered - carry on, and thanks!
Main Components
Trailer will look something like this, but lighter in color to keep it cooler in summer:
Main Components
- 7x14ft enclosed cargo trailer, 7ft interior height with a 'v-wedge' front, rear double doors & side 'rv' style entry door
- 4x 455W SolarEver half cell mono perc panels from SanTan (+1 'just in case', could be hung down the side of the trailer in future for auxiliary 12V LFE setup permanent to trailer)
- 1x 5.1kWh LifePower4 rackmount battery bank from Signature Solar
- 1x Growatt SPF 3000TL-LVM-48P inverter from Signature Solar
- 1x Reliant Pro/Trans2 6 slot transfer switch for code-approved feed into house circuits (non grid tied)
- 4x 455W Array mounted on rails a few inches over roof, hinged on driver's side to tilt for angle to sun (possibly both sides if I can figure out a convenient system/design for that with easy/secure stowing for travel)
- PV entry gland, feeding inside to location for Inverter + Battery (likely in front wedge area)
- Semi-portable case for inverter + battery, able to hang on wall with a French cleat, or possibly moved inside for extreme weather
- 'Shore power box' - 'in-use' weather box with 120V 15A inlet, and outlets for 120V AC output (NEMA 5-20 feeding into a generator transfer switch), and switchable PV output (~110V DC / 16A - if extreme temps require running inverter + battery inside)
- 1" rigid foam insulation (R5) for trailer walls/ceiling to try to help regulate interior temps in extreme conditions
- Mobile Trailer / Workshop / 'Toy Hauler' with Solar & 120V AC portable power system/battery storage onboard (expandable) to use on rural property
- Possible camper if more time/money put into interior
- If I move, my solar setup comes with me without a fuss
Trailer will look something like this, but lighter in color to keep it cooler in summer:
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