DIY Off-Grid Solar System V2.0

The prices of solar panels have been falling gradually but the cost of an off-grid solar system setup is rising steadily. However, anyone with basic knowledge of Electricity and having a toolbox can install it on their own. This will reduce the overall system cost substantially and you will learn a lot.

In order to build a basic off-grid solar system, you will need the following components:

1. Solar panel

2. Charge Controller

3. Battery

4. Inverter

5. Balance Of System ( Cable, Breaker, Meter, Fuses, and MC4 connectors )

In this Instructable, I will guide you step-by-step on how to choose the appropriate components of your Off-Grid Solar System and then guide you on how to connect and set them up properly.

Instructables Link : https://www.instructables.com/DIY-Off-Grid-Solar-System-V20/

Supplies:

Components Required :

1. Solar Panel ( Amazon )

2. Charge Controller ( Amazon / Aliexpress)

3. Battery ( Amazon )

4. Inverter ( Amazon / Aliexpress)

5. Remote Meter ( Amazon / Aliexpress )

6. WiFi Adapter ( Aliexpress)

7. Temperature Sensor ( Amazon / Aliexpress )

8. DC Breaker ( Amazon )

9. AC Breaker ( Amazon )

10. DC Busbar ( Amazon )

11. Fuse Box ( Amazon )

12. DIN Rail ( Amazon )

13. Cables ( Amazon )

14. MC4 Connector ( Amazon )

15. Terminal Lugs ( Amazon )

16. Cable Tie ( Amazon )

Tools Required :

1. Wire Stripper ( Amazon )

2. Crimping Tool ( Amazon )

3. Plier ( Amazon )

4. Screwdriver ( Amazon )

5. MC4 Spanner ( Amazon )

6. Spanners ( Amazon )

Wiring Diagram

Download the PDF file:

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