EG4 6000XP and mini splits?

[Hernan Aguirre]

Hello,

I'm in the planning stages of powering my detached garage. I plan to use an off-grid system like EG4® 6000XP All-In-One Off-Grid Inverter with the new EG4® Wall Mount Indoor 280Ah Lithium Battery. I would like to max out the solar input of the 6k inverter. The inverter will be grid assisted as well. My garage is right next to two of my bedrooms. I figure adding a couple of mini splits is the best way to utilize the power generated by the system. I was wondering if the 6000XP could run multiple mini split systems say three 120V 9k BTU units? I know it has the capacity but if I put more than one mini split on each leg would there be any problems? Has anyone tried this? I know there is 3 zone mini splits, but they seem to be more expensive, and I also like the fact that if one went down, I could still run the others. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

 

[timselectric]

I would use 240v mini splits.
This way all 3 are balanced on the inverter.

 

[EG4_Jared]

If you can maintain power usage below or at 3000W per line, you should be in good shape. Although I've observed a line imbalance of up to 3000W during end-user testing on the forum, I suggest on minimizing line imbalances and keeping the system as evenly balanced as possible.

 

[Hernan Aguirre]

I would use 240v mini splits.
This way all 3 are balanced on the inverter.

I didn’t even think about going to the 240v. The price is right about the same and I could even go to a 12k btu if needed. Thanks for the feed back

 

[Hernan Aguirre]

If you can maintain power usage below or at 3000W per line, you should be in good shape. Although I've observed a line imbalance of up to 3000W during end-user testing on the forum, I suggest on minimizing line imbalances and keeping the system as evenly balanced as possible.

It good to know that it is possible. I'm thinking I might just do what @timselectric said and just go 240v to keep them balanced. The price is about the same so it's a "safer" option. Thank you for the feedback.