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Very similar to what we see. Again, if you drew an imaginary line from 90 to 100 it would be a more normal looking curve. My best guess is that Pytes doesn't attempt to report the range of 90-100 super accurately. At least in this firmware version. With the voltage curves of this battery...

Hi Branch Ranch. The part you can't see on the picture is the top. It is similar to the side. We just made it wide enough to catch 2 ribs on top, and one on the side. If you made it a bit wider, two on the side, and one top might be better for rain. Then just some good sealant on the bolts...

Well, at least we are all seeing similar things with the Sol-Ark Pytes combo. Indeed it seems like if I go a long time without a full charge, then it can stay on 90% longer. The good news is that the new is wearing off a bit, so it doesn't bother me. It seems to be working very well overall...

Hi Robstrom, Everyone has opinions and thoughts. No need to be disappointed. No need to agree. You sparked some conversation, that's all.

You may also want to check if your manual specifies what that amperage applies to. The battery amperage or the supply circuit amperage. Always good to read and re-read to be safe.

Hi, If you look at it this way, the 20 amp setting (assuming battery amps) would be charging at about 53 volts times 20 amps. 1060 watts/hr. That would charge your battery from 20% to 100% in roughly 4 hours. 100 amp hour battery, at 20 per hour. Depends what kind of speed you need, but for...

I can also add, that the volt/amp calculations apply to your battery as well. For example, your 12v 200 amp hour battery has 1/2 the capacity of your 48v 100 amp hour battery. You just take the voltage, times the amp hours to come up with watt/hours.

Hi e trouble. It's just a matter of realizing what voltage the amps apply to. In this case it would be 40 amps at 12v, or 480 watts. Charging your 48v battery at 40 amps takes over 2000 watts, so cannot be done with a standard 15 amp outlet. 40x12=480 40x48=1920 Real world is higher...

My opinion would differ just because the language currently says it would not include roof trusses, etc. even if they support solar panels. So why would roof trusses that cover batteries be in a completely different category. I love open interpretations, I personally don't see it being that broad.

These things are somewhat interpretation. You would have to decide for yourself. I didn't see a way to do that when I read it, so I didn't put costs in for rebuilding the wall where I put the inverter. It said something about labor costs for that part, but I did it myself. I didn't want to...

Hi Ampster, I have the Pytes 48100R x6 since November. They have been good. I floated all of this month so far without a full charge, but also without hitting the minimum. So I know they don't have to hit 100 percent regularly. I think I'll go charge only for a few days and get them to 100...

You are more concerned with being right than helping. Just putting that out there in case you can't see it.

Hi Jake, Yes. And no need to let random strangers tell you otherwise. Some people just like to cast doubt. Good luck with your project. Sometimes I wish I had the determination to build a battery pack instead of buying it. I'm not there yet.

Hi, Just a heads up. Along these lines. Watch out for issues with the neutrals as well. Especially if fed from two different meters. This seems complex. I would suggest: a: Keep it simple or b: Get a skilled electrician involved. Just one guy's opinion.

I'm thinking it depends if your mounting system is designed for grounding. The inspector didn't have a problem with the ironridge mounts being the ground once I showed him the clamping screws and that it was designed for it. Then I tied the "actual" ground to the iron-ridge rails with the...