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Lightning Protection & Surge Protection Devices (SPDs) for Solar and Battery Systems
How Lightning Protection Works: Safeguarding Your Solar InvestmentA Deep Dive into Lightning and Surge ProtectionLightning strikes and power surges pose significant threats to solar systems. These sudden, high-voltage events can damage sensitive electronic components, leading to costly repairs or even system failure. To mitigate these risks, effective lightning protection is crucial.s the popularity of solar energy soars, driven by environmental concerns and the desire for energy independence, h
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Jan 10th 2025
U-Gona-Da
Well we’re deep in it now.I wonder who had to clean out Building 19 when they went under. I can see now that would not have been a fun job. Or maybe it would have been, if you were really into factory second toys from a Chinese factory still learning how to cast plastic in the 1980’s (looking at you Adam). What happens when you have no more batteries left? U-Gone-Da! “I can’t believe we finally got all the batteries out of here” - Zac, after moving more batteries then he had ever seen in his lif
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Nov 6th 2024
Solar Power Storage: The Role of Lithium Battery
Are you ready to revolutionize the way we harness and store solar energy? We're diving into the world of lithium batteries, the powerhouse behind modern solar power storage. As solar energy gains momentum, the need for efficient and reliable storage solutions has become crucial. That's where lithium batteries come in, offering a game-changing solution for both homeowners and businesses looking to maximize their solar investment.In this article, we'll explore the ins and outs of lithium batteries
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Oct 23rd 2024
Free Coffee (with purchase of THHN Wire)
It’s a funny story about how I ended up unloading pallets of MidNite Solar gear out of the back of a pickup truck with the former president of a large regional New England bank, and into another empty bank I had just rented and was in the process of converting into my battery testing lab. Well, not funny so much as absurd and hopefully entertaining for you to read about. More of a book then a blog post, and a wild tale that brings us through the sunburnt beaches of Costa Rica to the snow covered
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Oct 23rd 2024
"Total newb here" - a post from r/diysolar
Recently I answered a question on reddit about system sizing for a home in Massachusetts. There is a lot of interesting info here, and so I posted it on the blog. Here is the question and my followup: /u/NorthShore_MTB"Total newb here busy reading this thread and watching tons on YouTube. Interesting in specking an off grid system that can support a house hold averaging 1,070 kWh per month, highest use month, 1,568 kWh, lowest 868 KWh. Average monthly bill $361, yearly bill $4,332. Loc
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Oct 23rd 2024