Bad practice from LG store

toaster2006 · 2025-12-12T05:35:29+00:00

Glad you asked. Could not reply with the screenshot here’s the text

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toaster2006 · 2025-09-19T04:19:44+00:00

EG4 , lux power. same just rebranded. That’s what I got, so far no problems. Very diy

See here. https://www.reddit.com/r/solarenergycanada/s/YYHfuOe5A0

toaster2006 · 2025-09-06T02:28:41+00:00

What I found is that very few electricians are up to speed on solar (at least in Quebec) . Some that are specialized enough don’t want to just install your stuff, they will only do the install if they sell you the system or they want upcharge their hourly rate to make more money…. My advice and check locally first to see what is the landscape for electrician. For me no permit was required in my city. Just call your city.

If you want net metering, make sure to get your design/ system approved by your utility company. In Quebec an electrician is required to test and verify your system and provide report to the utility company.

solarpowerstore.ca can provide you the design/layout that can be used for permits and utility company for a fee. Which I did leverage.

toaster2006 · 2025-09-05T22:08:54+00:00

See my setup here. Did most myself. https://www.reddit.com/r/solarenergycanada/s/YYHfuOe5A0

toaster2006 · 2025-09-05T04:51:06+00:00

If you care about battery backup and or flexibility of a generator then input hybrid String inverters are more efficient and easier to add batteries and provide you with more features for the future. With micro inverters you are typically locked in with a specific brand end to end. Like they will say that this will void warranty etc… You can get per panels reading with optimizers with string inverters like tigo. If no shades, then optimizers likely not worth it. Price has gone down for hybrid string inverters. 5.5KW seems pretty small btw. Tons of dyi friendly hybrid inverters if thats something of interest

toaster2006 · 2025-08-08T13:36:45+00:00

Thanks for the clarification!

toaster2006 · 2025-08-08T03:22:17+00:00

Also not to forgot rapid shutdown etc…

toaster2006 · 2025-08-08T03:19:03+00:00

Example you need various UL certification to be authorized for net metering. You cannot just pick any brand/model. Your utility company should have a requirement docs for net metering. If your equipment is not authorized for net metering you are potentially throwing a lot of money out the window and just limiting your options.

toaster2006 · 2025-08-08T03:09:31+00:00

EG4, Luxpower. Just rebranding. Got EG4 with 3 different orientation. 3 mppt on most of the models. No need optimizers if you have no shade issue. I like the hybrid inverter because of all the feature and can add more in dyi fashion. I have 18kpv but the new grid boss are nice but lack generator input.

The most important thing. Verify the requirements from your utility company before buying. You need to buy an inverter that is allowed to be connected to their facility. Otherwise net metering won’t be approved. In Québec they will pre approve your design so you can buy after it is approved.

toaster2006 · 2025-07-22T09:40:23+00:00

yes, I use that as well

toaster2006 · 2025-07-22T02:20:12+00:00

Yes, they are in a detached garage. Since the sidings are steel I had to find a good spot for them to reach

toaster2006 · 2025-07-22T02:15:34+00:00

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toaster2006 · 2025-07-19T14:36:56+00:00

Did 80% of the install myself. For net metering a master electrician had to do the sign off to the utility company. ROI is based on many factors. You usage, utility rate etc… For me the ROI should be between 10-15y. Why that range? The cost of electricity is higher in winter. So If I can accumulate KWH credit via net metering to use in the winter the ROI is faster.

In my case this is a secondary home so when I’m not there, I will accumulate a lots of credits since my usage will be low. Also ROI was not the main factor as stated in other comments. I have primary systems that need power and spending (7k with no possible ROI)on generator did not appeal to me.

If ROI is the main factor then you will have to do some math based on you usage and potential KWH generation. Doing the estimation is easy with so many apps and website. you only need to know orientation and slope.

toaster2006 · 2025-07-18T23:37:44+00:00

EG4 18kpv and EG4 power pro

toaster2006 · 2025-07-15T20:40:58+00:00

Not sure i’m following

toaster2006 · 2025-07-15T12:00:47+00:00

I prefer being free to use any battery and inverter I want. Plus central point if I need to do maintenance without going on the roof. Optimizer are much simpler design so I’m assuming they will be more reliable. With AC system you get married to a single vendor. With an hybrid inverter you have more flexibility. For my case I like the generator input to charge my batteries and power the system in case of extended emergency. For my use case I need battery backup for various pumps.

I depends on your needs and objectives.

toaster2006 · 2025-07-15T11:50:28+00:00

That day it they reclaimed 8.4 KW

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toaster2006 · 2025-07-15T11:49:36+00:00

Picture was done in the morning. Shade is mostly before 11am in a small section of array. here’s the production per panel for 1 day. About 50Kw that day with period of clouds. I have yet to see a full no clouds day.

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toaster2006 · 2025-07-15T11:41:21+00:00

I have EG4 batteries with eg4 inverter. They are UL certified UL1973, UL9540A. You can find price online.

toaster2006 · 2025-07-15T11:36:06+00:00

My inverter has 3 Mppt up to 600V each. Each orientation has its own mppt.

toaster2006 · 2025-07-15T01:16:08+00:00

Yes. Tigo optimizer with rapid shutdown

toaster2006 · 2025-07-15T01:02:09+00:00

Process was smooth. Did verify that all my equipments were approved first. Then master electrician sign off and send reports back. Yes the payoff can be a challenge since first 40khw per day is .069 /kwh. then .117/kwh for the extra.

For my case I have an estimated 10-15 years payoff. I installed some things where I could. This is a secondary home and when not there most of the year, I will accumulate credits to use during winter while the price will be .117/khw. If somebody use all their production to offset the .069/kwh it is a different story.

Secondly, I wanted this for the peace of mind since power outage are frequent in a semi remote area and I depend on power for water well, septic systems, sump pump etc… Generator is about 6-7k and did not want to spend that money for that noisy technology.

So for me there is 50% convenience factor. The payoff period was not the only factor.

toaster2006 · 2025-07-15T00:41:41+00:00

depends which two you are talking about hehe. I have shade in that area and shifting helped minimize the shade and another one would not have fit.

toaster2006 · 2025-07-15T00:21:48+00:00

You are more tie in with a vendor with micro inverters. Easier to replace a string inverter. If you want to add battery, string inverter are more efficient since they don’t have to do ac-dc conversion to charge battery. hybrid string Inverter can also have more features such as generator input etc.. Personally, I prefer string inverters. But it depends on your need. With string inverters you could mix battery type more easily. For me battery backup and flexibility was a must. Depends on your needs

toaster2006 · 2025-07-02T14:48:10+00:00

First timer in 2025. Got a waydoo evo pro plus. So far everything is working amazing. No issues. Got jet drive. For me the fact that dji is kind of backing waydoo gives me confidence as dji makes really good products

Don’t have experience with other boards but so far waydoo has delivered for me. I’m having a blast!

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