2000W AC / 40A CC / 400W PV (2024) v1
Build this simple yet powerful off-grid solar system. This system emulates a standard 15A outlet found in your house. If you can plug it in, it will power it.
This build makes use of the Load Port on the Charge Controller. The Load Port can be used to run 12-Volt appliances and USB devices directly from the battery without using the inverter. Additionally, the Load Port can be configured to automatically turn on and off the load based on daylight or time delay.
P.S I am still working on the video so stay tuned. See parts list below.
NOTE: Do not use the inverter you see in the picture. I decided to use the Renogy 2000W instead.
NOTE: Do NOT use the inverter in this picture. Use the one in the schematic. Schematic calls for 2000W Renogy inverter (see below in parts list)
NOTE: I replaced the battery fuse (B1) for a "terminal" style fuse. These are better and easier to install.
Video coming soon.
Parts
Cost as of 03-2024: $1,500 - $1,700
- Renogy 2000W Pure Sine Wave Inverter 12V DC to 120V
- Renogy 40A 12V/24V Auto DC Input MPPT Solar Charge Controller (Bluetooth)
- Renogy Solar Panel 200 Watt, Solar Panel (PV) (2x needed)
- LiTime 12V 200Ah PLUS Lithium LiFePO4 Battery, Built-in 200A BMS
- BougeRV 20 Feet 10AWG Solar Extension Cable with Both Ends Installed
- 10AWG Pure Copper Solar Panel Wire Solar Pigtail Kit 9 inches
- 1/0 AWG 10 Feet Black + 10 Feet Red Battery Pure Copper
- 8 AWG 5 Feet Black + 5 Feet Red Battery Pure Copper
- 10pcs Sanuke 1/0 AWG - 5/16" Tinned Copper Marine Grade Battery Cable Lugs
- 10pcs Sanuke 1/0 AWG - 3/8" Tinned Copper Marine Grade Battery Cable Lugs
- 10pcs Sanuke 8 AWG - 5/16" Tinned Copper Marine Grade Battery Cable Lugs
- 10pcs Sanuke 8 AWG - 3/8" Tinned Copper Marine Grade Battery Cable Lugs
- Spartan Power Battery ON/Off Disconnect Switch 300A - Ignition Protected
- Battery Cable Junction Block Red and Black Pair (5/16")
- Blue Sea Systems 5191 Fuse Block Terminal 30-300 AMP (Holder Only)
- Blue Sea Systems Terminal Fuse 200A (Battery Fuse)
- 12V-110V DC Miniature Circuit Breaker, 15 Amp 2 Pole Breaker (PV Disconnect)
- Baomain ANL-40A ANL Fuse 40 Amp with Fuse Holder (Charge Controller Fuse)
DC / Load Port Parts (optional)
Cost as of 03-2024: $45 - $50
- (4 in 1) 78W, 3 Ports USB C 12V Outlet Dual PD 30W
- 14 AWG Silicone Wire 3 ft red/black Flexible Tinned Copper Wire
- WAGO 221-412 Lever-Nuts Compact Splicing Connectors (10x)
- 14AWG Inline Fuse Holder Harness with 15AMP ATC ATO Blade Fuse (2-Pack)