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Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by ask4bk(m): 7:48pm On Oct 07, 2025
Now he writes and replies to himself in everything.
This thread is gone
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by bassdow:
bassdow:
Person wey go use the phrase (to be used anytime I want to wash) need get enough funds for battery else jejely just run am for day time

Same with your Freezer, Run between the hours of 9am to 4pm and switch it off and tell your houseHold to reduce how they open it so it doesn't defrost anyHow

Also your pumping machine should only be run during the Day.

This your "Budget is like 1.2M" na something else in today's economy BUT make we see wetin we fit cook out of am
Prices below are a MIX of NEW and USEd items since your max budget is kinda low

a. 8pcs of 350-watts panels (Prices range from 45,000 naira though if you sabi waka + depending on your location, you fit get am 40,000 naira)
Assuming 45,000 naira x 8= 360,000 naira
If buying brand new, go for like 6 pcs of 585-watts Solar panels.
Also just focus on normal Mono or half-cut Mono solar panels. Don't bother about Bi-Facials.

b. MPPT charge controller 48 volts 60A though would suggest 80A : Just budget at least 200,000 naira. if you see used, you same some change.

c. Inverter: 3.5kw at 48v. Whether going HYBRID or not is your decision to make. Just budget 200,000 naira for used ones.

d. Batteries: Always BUY brand new ones except you know what you doing WHICH doesn't seem to be the case here.
Tubular: 8 pcs of 12v 200AH . You could go lower e.g just 4pcs BUT understand the more the longer.
Lithium: 48v 400Ah or slightly lower
As for costs, anything wey remain, na here you go plug am.

As for other things such as installation kits, racks, cables, etc; let's leave that for your installer as they are variables.

Hopefully those with better knowledge can contribute also.


Don't forget:

1. Pumping machine should be run during the day under healthy sunLight OR just use generator for this.

2. if you could afford to, especially if your battery bank is slim, run the Washing Machine during the day.

3. Also except your battery bank is enough, limit the Freezer to between 10am to 3:30 to 4pm daily

4. if you get money, and trust your source, go Lithium else nothing much bad about non Lithium based batteries so long you go for quality.


NB: Mind you, the price ranges quoted are all for USEd items with almost no compromise. Most times, output from a USEd solar panel vs Brand new ones are barely visible.

Also, You MUST NOT use as high capacity battery as quoted. in fact, you could even use just 4pcs of Tubular batteries, or a smaller Lithium battery AND further increase the Solar panel count. Just do yourself some Good and also increase the charge controller to at least 100A
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by Trippledots(m): 8:43pm On Oct 07, 2025
ask4bk:
Now he writes and replies to himself in everything.
This thread is gone
😂
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by ksmart027(m): 9:04pm On Oct 07, 2025
ask4bk:
Now he writes and replies to himself in everything.
This thread is gone
grin grin cheesy
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by Nobody: 10:03pm On Oct 07, 2025
ask4bk:
Now he writes and replies to himself in everything.
This thread is gone
So what?

What exactly is this supposed to mean? Shut him up?

I do read some of his write-ups and I like it cos I learn one or two things, even while some can be too long and off point at times, I can just scan through it. But that doesn’t mean his contributions aren’t worth it.

I will rather hear everyone’s opinion than being a one-track-minded person who will believe everything in a faceless forum.

So please let him be, if you don’t like his opinion, block him or ignore. Shikena.
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by ask4bk(m): 10:23pm On Oct 07, 2025
BigDickProblems:
So what?

What exactly is this supposed to mean? Shut him up?

I do read some of his write-ups and I like it cos I learn one or two things, even while some can be too long and off point at times, I can just scan through it. But that doesn’t mean his contributions aren’t worth it.

I will rather hear everyone’s opinion than being a one-track-minded person who will believe everything in a faceless forum.

So please let him be, if you don’t like his opinion, block him or ignore. Shikena.
Is blocking a possibility here? Pls teach me how, master
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by Khariza: 1:11am On Oct 08, 2025
ask4bk:
Is blocking a possibility here? Pls teach me how, master
My brother, block or no block. He meant to say that you can simply ignore any post from a moniker without appearing to be too critical.
Many come here to learn, unlearn, and re-learn stuff. They don't have to agree with every opinion put out here.

Nothing wrong in quoting oneself to drive home a point. Yes, some views from chief bassdow sometimes tends to be too subjective and extreme to me. However, if you are observant, you will note that he is quite consistent overtime and undeniably knowledgeable in this field.
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by bassdow: 3:39am On Oct 08, 2025
ask4bk:
Is blocking a possibility here? Pls teach me how, master

Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by clevermugu:
Khariza:
Nothing wrong in quoting oneself to drive home a point. Yes, some views from chief bassdow sometimes tends to be too subjective and extreme to me. However, if you are observant, you will note that he is quite consistent overtime and undeniably knowledgeable in this field.
he is not knowledgeable . anyone following his weird opinions on this thread, gonna learn,and will learn in a hard way!!
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by dollarnaira(m): 9:09am On Oct 08, 2025
clevermugu:
he is not knowledgeable . anyone following his weird opinions on this thread, gonna learn,and will learn in a hard way!!
You are the second person after @adrusa that will boldly say things like this. Be informed that everyone is entitled to his/her opinion. That an idea or concept is too difficult for you to comprehend doesn't define it false.

What you put up there is too harsh. "Not knowledgeable".... "Learn in a hard way" .
These are statements labeled on someone who is off grid and you haven't met physically.

IF YOU DON'T AGREE WITH AN OPINION PLS SCROLL PAST. It is that simple!

I can't state some things here bc they are under patent. If I should state it here, you will not comprehend it and thereby label it false.

Nobody get paid here.

Scroll past if you don't agree Or Use the block option every 3 weeks.

Na person wey get sense dey use "inverter" grin
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by Mavor: 9:29am On Oct 08, 2025
bassdow:
why not drop us your load so we know ? Requirements could still widely vary among 2 people with same or similar load.

For instance, what time of day are you likely to draw more power ?

The ice block making machine I once helped setup runs mainly Day and Night, but mostly more during the day while Night is mostly to maintain the Ice.

Another person using same capacity 2 Air Conditioners might not need such long runtime.

Also all Air Conditioners ain't built equal
i use 6 panels and a 7.5kw lipo4 battery. for home use. for factory use like yours, you may need times 3 or 4 my setup. use ChatGPT. give it your setup including wattage for each equipment and AI will advise you.
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by bassdow: 1:46pm On Oct 08, 2025
Mavor:
i use 6 panels and a 7.5kw lipo4 battery. for home use. for factory use like yours, you may need times 3 or 4 my setup. use ChatGPT. give it your setup including wattage for each equipment and AI will advise you.
Okay
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by bassdow: 2:30pm On Oct 08, 2025
Wondering what we used before now
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by micxwell(m): 8:22pm On Oct 08, 2025
Compliant:
Before now, I make use of 4 pieces of 615w jinko panel but 2 days ago I decided to add extra 4 pieces of 615w jinko due to bad weather this season after installation I was able to pull 2.47kw despite the bad weather
Who did you buy your Jinko solar panel from chief?

I want to start my journey with N2,500,000. My loads is just about 650w, If I'll run it 24hours I'll have 5000wh max (Inverter idle load of 35w inclusive)
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by Compliant(m): 10:46pm On Oct 08, 2025
micxwell:
Who did you buy your Jinko solar panel from chief?

I want to start my journey with N2,500,000. My loads is just about 650w, If I'll run it 24hours I'll have 5000wh max (Inverter idle load of 35w inclusive)
Bought directly from fouani
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by HeavenlyBang(m): 10:56pm On Oct 08, 2025
micxwell:
Who did you buy your Jinko solar panel from chief?

I want to start my journey with N2,500,000. My loads is just about 650w, If I'll run it 24hours I'll have 5000wh max (Inverter idle load of 35w inclusive)
650w for 24 hours is closer to 20kwh when you factor in inverting losses.
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by micxwell(m): 11:03pm On Oct 08, 2025
Iinnov8:
1. Digital Timer Switch
Price: 10,500
You can use this device to set the time, duration and even date that certain devices (such as referigerator, starlink, etc) come on and go off. Particularly useful when you have to go to work or go bed, but you want those devices to come on and go off by themselves.

2. Power Meter
Price: 13,000
Use this device to see how much your appliances consume in watts. You can also input your energy bill in kwh and track how much it costs you to run an appliance on a daily, weekly or monthly basis

3. 60a PowMr MPPT Solar Charge Controller (Updated firmware version)
Price: 97,000
Comes with complimentary battery voltmeter worth 4,000
I'm coming for you. I'm reading from thread 2100.
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by micxwell(m): 11:18pm On Oct 08, 2025
HeavenlyBang:
650w for 24 hours is closer to 20kwh when you factor in inverting losses.
Not all will run for 24 hours. Between 6pm and 6am, My load will not go beyond 250w max..
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by bassdow: 7:36am On Oct 09, 2025
Mavor:
i use 6 panels and a 7.5kw lipo4 battery. for home use. for factory use like yours, you may need times 3 or 4 my setup. use ChatGPT. give it your setup including wattage for each equipment and AI will advise you.
unfortunately, in Solar, the biggest variable that's guaranteed to get replaced often is your battery hence I prefer spending as little as I could on that.

hence if total load is for example 7.5kw, wouldn't mind the battery being just 2.5kw (or lower if I can get away with it) BUT then it varies as Night time usage, for instance varies among individuals (once again, this my grammar sounds like chatGPT).

issue is, most people with a load of say 7.5kw often try to match their battery bank with same or close to, even when they might not need such.

so yea, even the partial quote I made above could get away with even using just 4-batteries (didn't really calculate the Lithium battery, just quoted a figure relative to what I quoted on Tubular) which would still give same 48v. of course have seen lots of 3.5 and 5 kva using just 2 batteries.
How many of such batteries last as long as 3-years ? Don't worry, the customer rarely need blame we the installers WHEN we all could collectively blame China + Alaba boys (had to use Alaba to avoid tribal sensitive pals) for fakes even in situations where the customer was willing, and sometimes spent more, while relying on us to have their interest. We then turn around and BiLL them much higher, just to do what we ought to have done the very first time they paid.

so yea, you could use just 4 or 8 or 12 or whatever and it would always tell in the short or long run.

As for Solar panels, I have often said it in here, Solar panels can never be excessive so long you do understand as it grows, your charge controller's might have to relatively grow along.

it's common sense, e get reason why even before chatGPT, or wide adoption of the internet, people needed fast chargers - no one wanna take the entire day recharging their batteries, especially when said battery gets discharged concurrently
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by Bankyshinani(m): 8:21am On Oct 09, 2025
bassdow:
Person wey go use the phrase (to be used anytime I want to wash) need get enough funds for battery else jejely just run am for day time

Same with your Freezer, Run between the hours of 9am to 4pm and switch it off and tell your houseHold to reduce how they open it so it doesn't defrost anyHow

Also your pumping machine should only be run during the Day.

This your "Budget is like 1.2M" na something else in today's economy BUT make we see wetin we fit cook out of am
Thank you
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by micxwell(m): 11:28am On Oct 09, 2025
Compliant:
Bought directly from fouani
I bought 6pcs of this 590w. I dread being duped if I enter Alaba myself. E go too pain me 😂. I guess it will serve me. I'll put up my load analysis here so that you can advise me better.

Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by micxwell(m): 12:19pm On Oct 09, 2025
HeavenlyBang:
650w for 24 hours is closer to 20kwh when you factor in inverting losses.
Hi bro, maybe this will explain it better. Below are the loads i'm going to power.

Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by ask4bk(m): 1:52pm On Oct 09, 2025
micxwell:
Who did you buy your Jinko solar panel from chief?

I want to start my journey with N2,500,000. My loads is just about 650w, If I'll run it 24hours I'll have 5000wh max (Inverter idle load of 35w inclusive)
What kind of maths is this?
If you run 650w for 24hrs that is 15.6kw.
Over night consumption will be about 8.5kw

You need a good and complete 15-16kw LFP to start this your journey.
Lucky for you, i know a guy doing promo that this your money will give you that battery plus 6kw Growatt inverter.

Update.... I've seen the rest of your story.
There's still a 10kw battery and same Growatt inverter promo that you can jump on before it finishes
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by micxwell(m): 3:03pm On Oct 09, 2025
ask4bk:
What kind of maths is this?
If you run 650w for 24hrs that is 15.6kw.
Over night consumption will be about 8.5kw

You need a good and complete 15-16kw LFP to start this your journey.
Lucky for you, i know a guy doing promo that this your money will give you that battery plus 6kw Growatt inverter.

Update.... I've seen the rest of your story.
There's still a 10kw battery and same Growatt inverter promo that you can jump on before it finishes
Where's the deal?
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by ask4bk(m): 6:10pm On Oct 09, 2025
micxwell:
Where's the deal?
LVTOPSON 15kwh (tested and complete) + 6kw Growatt inverter surprisingly for about 2.5 m.
10kwh with same 6kw Growatt for about 2.3

Mek dem no bannn me oh
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by micxwell(m): 7:07pm On Oct 09, 2025
ask4bk:
LVTOPSON 15kwh (tested and complete) + 6kw Growatt inverter surprisingly for about 2.5 m.
10kwh with same 6kw Growatt for about 2.3

Mek dem no bannn me oh
Alright thanks.
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by Bankyshinani(m): 7:57pm On Oct 09, 2025
bassdow:
Prices below are a MIX of NEW and USEd items since your max budget is kinda low

a. 8pcs of 350-watts panels (Prices range from 45,000 naira though if you sabi waka + depending on your location, you fit get am 40,000 naira)
Assuming 45,000 naira x 8= 360,000 naira
If buying brand new, go for like 6 pcs of 585-watts Solar panels.
Also just focus on normal Mono or half-cut Mono solar panels. Don't bother about Bi-Facials.

b. MPPT charge controller 48 volts 60A though would suggest 80A : Just budget at least 200,000 naira. if you see used, you same some change.

c. Inverter: 3.5kw at 48v. Whether going HYBRID or not is your decision to make. Just budget 200,000 naira for used ones.

d. Batteries: Always BUY brand new ones except you know what you doing WHICH doesn't seem to be the case here.
Tubular: 8 pcs of 12v 200AH . You could go lower e.g just 4pcs BUT understand the more the longer.
Lithium: 48v 400Ah or slightly lower
As for costs, anything wey remain, na here you go plug am.

As for other things such as installation kits, racks, cables, etc; let's leave that for your installer as they are variables.

Hopefully those with better knowledge can contribute also.


Don't forget:

1. Pumping machine should be run during the day under healthy sunLight OR just use generator for this.

2. if you could afford to, especially if your battery bank is slim, run the Washing Machine during the day.

3. Also except your battery bank is enough, limit the Freezer to between 10am to 3:30 to 4pm daily

4. if you get money, and trust your source, go Lithium else nothing much bad about non Lithium based batteries so long you go for quality.


NB: Mind you, the price ranges quoted are all for USEd items with almost no compromise. Most times, output from a USEd solar panel vs Brand new ones are barely visible.

Also, You MUST NOT use as high capacity battery as quoted. in fact, you could even use just 4pcs of Tubular batteries, or a smaller Lithium battery AND further increase the Solar panel count. Just do yourself some Good and also increase the charge controller to at least 100A
Thank you
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by clevermugu: 8:47am On Oct 10, 2025
Bankyshinani:
Thank you
u are thanking him for a rubbish quote huh
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by clevermugu: 9:07am On Oct 10, 2025
bassdow:
Prices below are a MIX of NEW and USEd items since your max budget is kinda low
why suggesting used solar items in 2025 ?

a. 8pcs of 350-watts panels (Prices range from 45,000 naira though if you sabi waka + depending on your location, you fit get am 40,000 naira)
Assuming 45,000 naira x 8= 360,000 naira
If buying brand new, go for like 6 pcs of 585-watts Solar panels.
Also just focus on normal Mono or half-cut Mono solar panels. Don't bother about Bi-Facials.
350w usedpanels? when there is brand new jinko 530w panels for 89k. angry from personal experience Bi-facial performs better than the same rating of mono both on roof and on carport. quit this your olden days notions.

b. MPPT charge controller 48 volts 60A though would suggest 80A : Just budget at least 200,000 naira. if you see used, you same some change.

c. Inverter: 3.5kw at 48v. Whether going HYBRID or not is your decision to make. Just budget 200,000 naira for used ones.
suggesting separate Cc and used inverter, yet another redacted belief , when he easily get himself a good 48v hybrid inverter and save money.

d. Batteries: Always BUY brand new ones except you know what you doing WHICH doesn't seem to be the case here.
Tubular: 8 pcs of 12v 200AH . You could go lower e.g just 4pcs BUT understand the more the longer.
suggesting tubular to someone in 2025, when lithuim battery prices has crashed.

i still stand on my earlier post. anyone in this thread who follows the opinion of this guy @bassdow, gonna learn ,and will learn in a hard way!
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by Tdoctor(m): 9:28am On Oct 10, 2025
clevermugu:
1. why suggesting used solar items in 2025 ?

2. suggesting separate Cc and used inverter, yet another redacted belief , when he easily get himself a good 48v hybrid inverter and save money.

3. suggesting tubular to someone in 2025, when lithuim battery prices has crashed.

i still stand on my earlier post. anyone in this thread who follows the opinion of this guy @bassdow, gonna learn ,and will learn in a hard way!
1. Bro. It's good we know that people have diverse opinions. A lot of my solar system is used. I got good unbelievable deals for used items of premium products. I'll rather buy a well-used Victron inverter than a Growatt inverter.

2. I will not use a hybrid inverter. Recently, my CC spoilt and I simply replaced it, without any interruption of my power supply. Hybrid inverters are a no-no for me, unless as a backup to a non-hybrid inverter.

3. I am using tubular. For people who are not ready to be careful, tubular may be the better option. Lithium is not all pros; it has its cons, which few are willing to discuss.

We will not all agree when it comes to solar energy principles. That is what this forum is for. Cancelling all bassdow has to say; someone who has used solar for circa 20 years, is somehow.
Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by Nobody: 9:45am On Oct 10, 2025
clevermugu:
why suggesting used solar items in 2025 ?


350w usedpanels? when there is brand new jinko 530w panels for 89k. angry from personal experience Bi-facial performs better than the same rating of mono both on roof and on carport. quit this your olden days notions.



suggesting separate Cc and used inverter, yet another redacted belief , when he easily get himself a good 48v hybrid inverter and save money.



suggesting tubular to someone in 2025, when lithuim battery prices has crashed.

i still stand on my earlier post. anyone in this thread who follows the opinion of this guy @bassdow, gonna learn ,and will learn in a hard way!
Bro you don’t get the point.

What makes one knowledgeable and informed is the ability to hear or consider every opinion and decide which one to apply. Even if you are making a good point, why try to shut down your opposition (him)?

Some of these things you said here can be countered, the same way, his own. But is it fair to say that you are capping rubbish? No, or you should shut up? No. Any wise person here will know what to decide for themselves when they see all opinions. No one is an island.
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