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Happy to share that I test mounted everything and it all works! Getting over 400W charging from b2b + solar! Have it charging on shore power right now for the initial charge.

Looking forward to not having to wonder if the battery will die over the weekend any more.

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[–] Whats_your_reasoning@lemmy.world 3 points 1 day ago (2 children)

Nice. But is there anything wrong with Jackery? I got a solar charger from them recently and so far my experience has been very positive.

[–] knobbysideup@sh.itjust.works 6 points 1 day ago

It's simply not enough power for the money, especially with a refrigerator running. Mine is a refurb and has been less than reliable with charging to simply shutting itself down overnight. The 12V outlet on mine is also limited to 10A, so if fridge, lights, and fan are on, the sink pump will shut it down.

It got me started, but it's time to do it right.

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