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RE: Off-Grid Power Options: A Video Discussing Why A Power Plan Is A Good Idea, The Pros & Cons Of Petrol & Solar Based Mains Power Systems And A Demonstration Of Our Own Australian Setup.
Hi @nolnocluap, thanks for this post. I'm just starting to venture into the world of PV. We haven't got as much sun in Wales, UK as you have in Australia :-)
But I do like these GoalZero units. I've found the UK supplier of them now. I think this is the unit you have :
https://www.solarpowersupply.co.uk/product-groups/solar-generators/goal-zero-yeti-1250-solar-generator
There is now a 1400W lithium battery version here as well :
https://www.solarpowersupply.co.uk/product-groups/solar-generators/goal-zero-yeti-1400-lithium-solar-generator
That's lighter but a fair bit more expensive though.
Good spot. That is just the generator though. Do you have the panels from a UK supplier? Would be interesting to cost a complete set up.
Hi @grizgal, I am just in the process of buying some PV panels. I was going to buy them from Bimble Solar (bimblesolar.com) as they were taking BitCoin for payment - but they have just stopped :-(
Otherwise I will use Wind and Sun (www.windandsun.co.uk).
Are you in the UK?
Yes I'm in the UK. We are moving house shortly and I like the idea of PV panels and something like a Tesla power wall, but its a bit pricy!
Yes cost is the big issue ! Maybe if we get steeming well we'll be able to get steem powered PV :-)
I am currently hoping my Steeming will pay (or contribute) to my new hobby of photography! Having seen some of the more popular blogs it is obvious you can make good money from this, if you put in the time, so maybe its an option. Also the savings from solar power, plus feed in tariffs cant hurt. Not sure what a realistic estimate on break even time is these days.
Good luck with the photography.
Many thanks.
Hi @grizgal,
Those power walls do look impressive. You'd want to have a fair idea that you'll be staying in the property for enough time to warrant the cost.
Does the leasehold property model in the UK impact this decision,?
I don't buy leasehold. Any property I buy has to be freehold. I'm not sure about the leasehold implications but I think most leaseholds needs to have 80 years to run to get a mortgage etc, so I don't see a major impact.
Hi @pennsif thanks for commenting. That's true about the environment is a big consideration too from the availability of sunlight to whether you even have a back yard to run a unit outdoors.
Those links aren't working on my phone at the moment but from the look of the address you're right. I've got the yeti1250. The Li battery is an interesting development. Lead acid batteries don't like being discharged which is why goal zero recommend keeping these units always "topped up" and the ability to replace the battery was also important for me. Trade off as you say is the cost and weight.
If be interested in following what you end up getting to suit your circumstances. Thanks again!
Hi @nolnocluap, I'll be posting on my Pennsif's Progress diary sometime later this week more about my PV ideas and options. Keep an eye on that for more developments. This is yesterday's post for reference :
https://steemit.com/homesteading/@pennsif/pennsif-s-progress-the-days-are-numbered-day-999-life-in-the-trenches
Hey @pennsif. Was just browsing your posts earlier. Thanks will keep an eye out 😊