Recent content by 45North

As you know, panels in series add voltage together so you can only do this up to the voltage limit of your controller. In parallel the amps add up.

I see it has a built-in charge controller (specs unknown). So whatever third-party panels you add would need to be compatible with that.

I was looking for something similar for my small "hobby" system and ended up buying a transmitting DVM. Seemed like a good idea but you have to leave it on and it takes a reading every minute, which is way more than I really need.

So, to summarize, using AI is kind of like asking Google maps for directions: it works best if you kinda already know the answer and you reserve the right to override the "hallucinations".

Yes, many companies and governments are collecting lots of "personal" data. Presumably the companies are hoping to monetize it. The silver lining, if there even is one - some governments are considering "right to repair" laws for consumers.

Looks good! I hope your neighbour doesn't mind them leaning over the property line. Mebbe hell tap into them for his own use.

Really? I thought California recently mandated all new houses had to have solar? Shouldn't that mean guaranteed employment for solar companies?

So the cart always faces west? Or you reverse the tilt when heading east? Why not just make the roof flat?

Suggest you try the "help wanted" section and you could mention Australia. Seems pretty remote so good luck!

That's a nice photo and a good and relevant question. I suggest you start a new thread for it and see what people think

I expect you're right. What are they for, actually? Aesthetics? I suppose it does look neater, more finished. But at what cost? (Oops! I think I've derailed this thread)

It's a mixed treat. The panels may be providing some shading for the attic but the hotter sun of a California summer will reduce the efficiency of the panels in producing electricity. Edit: So be sure to leave space for air circulation under the panels so they don't overheat.

Yes, hard to believe but in many/most parts of the world this ebike stuff is closely regulated. ("Nanny States", you say?) Perhaps not where you live which is presumably the US

Depends where he lives. In many places that would be illegal.

Sorry I can't contribute to your hypothetical question.