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Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 5:21pm On Oct 21, 2024
bassdow:
why do you keep highlighting Transformer Based in most of your posts ?
Because they have it, and personally they are more rugged with heavy loads.
Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 5:19pm On Oct 21, 2024
bassdow:
My setUp works with pumping machine BUT going by amount of load on the 2 setUps, coupled with the many large capacity Tanks I've got, I need not stress my setUp abeg so they serve me longer. Cost of renting Generator is Okay by me. Pumping machine wey go work from around 7 till late evening.
Okay, last month i bought a sako hybrid inverter from a nairalander here (nexus). To cater for the same thing. 3 tanks to be filled at least twice a day. 24v system. Just adding panels gradually but so far, it okay. How many litre tank do you fill.
Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija:
Must 24v 3.5kva inverter. From my early days of gel batteries. This inverter is strong for 24v. It carries pumping machine, freezer, fridge, ceiling fan, tv, washing machine. Very reliable used it when i was at 24v system, then i migrated to 48v, System retired it . The 48v was gel also, when issues started with the battery, i had to turn to this precious 24v inverter again to save the day managed to salvage two batteries. 24volts came back to life again, till i went back to 48volts.
200k

Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 1:00pm On Oct 21, 2024
Ok
Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija:
samnaija:
Nexus 48v 2. 5 kva, this inverter i hardly used it. If you have a small 48v set up this is for you. The inverter does not leech on batteries. I used it in conjuction with my 5kva inverter. I used the 5kva in morning and afternoon, then switch to this very inverter 2.5kva at night.
Load . It can carry pumping machine
Ceiling fans, freezer and fridge. Standing type.
200k. Call zero , eight one 71080207.

Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 12:54pm On Oct 21, 2024
Nexus 48v 2. 5 kva, this inverter i hardly used it. If you have a small 48v set up this is for you. The inverter does not leech on batteries. I used it in conjuction with my 5kva inverter. I used the 5kva in morning and afternoon, then switch to this very inverter 2.5kva at night.
Load . It can carry pumping machine
Ceiling fans, freezer and fridge. Standing type.
200k. Call zero , eight one 71080207.
Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 12:41pm On Oct 21, 2024
Next smart key power inverter.
48v 5kva.
The small size will deceive you, wall mount. This bad boy was retired 3 years ago. Carries a lot of load and of course transformer based. Water heater , hot plate, pumping machine yes. But one at a time. The only difference from the other inverter no ac is recommended. But very reliable .
230k call zero eight one 71080207.

Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 12:30pm On Oct 21, 2024
Fish pie!!!, come and buy fish 🐠 pie!!!
Na wa o!!!!.

5kva 48volts Afripower.
You are going to enjoy this inverter, so rugged and heavy in weight. Was in use 2 months ago till its retirement. Served very well.
Load. Ac one unit, washing machine , water heater it will carry it. Throw all appliances and gadgets you are covered. You cannot use ac and water heater the same time. Any other combo yes.
Going for 250k.... Call zero, eight, one 71080207.

Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 12:15pm On Oct 21, 2024
jonescosmos:
Unfortunately you and I are from a continent where our leaders are blind, In Asia, more than 70% of their vehicles are full electric vehicles, They use all manner of turbines and solar panels as renewable energy sources. Europe and America are gradually following same route.

Solar Panels that uses moon light are been developed and tested since a year now. Banner or Trampoline Panels are already in existence.

The modified spring torque electric motor generator has not gained popularity because despite generating free energy, It makes some noise while at it.

For our region, we currently rely on daytime solar energy as an alternative source of energy. Which brings us to Over sizing our systems in terms of batteries and solar panels.

This coming December will mark two years and six months I have been on Solar and Batteries, No Grid, No Gen. All household energy requirement are covered 100%.

I have been using hybrid vehicles since 2016, If you are a Hybrid Vehicle User, then you would know the peace of mind that comes with it.
My next vehicle will be full electric.

After training my kids through school, I want a situation whereby the only bill I have to pay will be TAX and VAT on transactions no paying for some damn energy that may not be cheap as time goes on.

I will advice everyone to go solar now. Energy Bills will never come down ever again !!!.

This post is not for the purpose of boasting, If God keeps me alive, I plan to attain this level of independence.
My brother, i am also of the same philosophy. Nigerians should wake up and give the government their light back. I don't use grid light or even gen.
Because of this
I . don't spend money buying fuel for gen .
2. No money for gen repairs.
3. Use gas less in my house, wife uses electric stove and microwave . This took a lot of convincing for my wife to agree to less gas, and more electric stove cooking.
4.another is water, use. Inverter to pump and heat water . perfect. Also i have water filter units so i dont buy cway or pure water bags. More savings.
5. Which you nailed is exactly wetin i dey look for an electric car, when i get this i can say boldly Nigeria dey your side, i dey my own. Na money yab person for this one.
Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 9:02am On Oct 21, 2024
JustCryptos:
How much is the 5kva 48v? I don't have an immediate need for it as my setup is currently 24v but I know I'll be upgrading soon. @saintace how you see am bros?
Sure thing, i am currently topping up my tubular batteries, usually i do this once a year, but because of the heavy use this past 2months i noticed some changes in the guages. Once i finish up will load pictures of all the inverters and price.
Once you enter solar, you become addicted, and always want upgrade. So wise decision plan ahead.

My next upgrade will likely be to use daytime load also at night e.g ac, pumping machine, water heater...
Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 8:55am On Oct 21, 2024
Peterlove11:
Were you able to push the 8kw limit?
Yes i did, i t carried 3 air conditioners, note not inverter ac, then loaded other appliances 2 deep freezer, water heater i then checked the load capacity on the inverter 55 %, alright one more pumping machine. It caried everything without beeping, checked again 60%.later i noticed one ac was blowing only fan not chilling, i guess the inverter reduced its output. But my i accessment of the inverter very solid and stable. For me to on 3ac while at home, you cannot ask for more.
Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 9:43pm On Oct 20, 2024
Update, i have finally acquired a 10 kva inverter and for the last 2months i have sampling and pushing the limits of the inverter. Thanks to everyone that gave suggestions on the brand to buy.

I settled for Felicity ivps100 48. Purely inverter and non hybrid. I can comfortable power 2 ac , use threadmill while my wife is using hotplate. I have thrown different gadgets with different scenerous at it. You name it water heater, with ac, pumping machine all. The inverter stand no shaking.

Since i am okay with this, like i wrote way back on this thread. I don't sell most of solar items after an upgrade its been a journey of 13 years. I have to create space and let go of things.

Up for sale
two 5 kva inverters both 48v. ( Wall and standing type).
2. 5 kva inverter 48v (standing type)
3.5 kva inverter 24 v (wall).

All inverters are transformer based. Will upload pictures of the inverters for sale.... Thanks again everyone...
Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 8:52pm On Oct 20, 2024
Sold of all my gen, dont even use nepa. In bad weather i use heavy appliances one after the other. But on a sunny day ac, pumping machine even hotplate work the same time.
Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 8:47pm On Oct 20, 2024
bassdow:
One major advantage of overSizing your setUp. Me no even get generator sef. Na rent I dey rent whenever I wan pump water and with the number of huge tanks I get, na a day work. I like am like that. No need worrying about any form of maintenance; not even to change oil sef
Why are you renting gen. Oversize your system and no need to rent
PoliticsRe: Picture Of A Market Stall In Onitsha In 1937 by samnaija: 9:58pm On Oct 15, 2024
richmond500:
This is not about Lagos, I am not even a Yoruba man, so calm down and engage me responsibly.
The first electricity utility company started in 1929, there is no way u will start having electric torches in 1930.
Remember 90% of Nigerian homes were mud houses with no electricity.
Also these are the kinds of items found in Nigerian homes in the early 80s, so why will there be stainless steel in the 30s?
I repeat again you must be double high. Please give it a rest you know nothing.
PoliticsRe: Picture Of A Market Stall In Onitsha In 1937 by samnaija: 9:55pm On Oct 15, 2024
richmond500:
No, I was born in the 90s and I know the kind of cup we used, they are not nearly as fine as those ones in the pic.
Also electric torch came to Nigeria early 2000s, we used one kind lantern with glass gloves, in the 90s before battery torches. electric torch was recent.
Also 1930's pictures are not this sharp, the white colours of 1930 pics are tanned
You must be high
Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 5:47pm On Oct 02, 2024
dollarnaira:
You go explain tire without evidence.
I only pity those who will keep asking questions without getting answers. I know guys who just view this this group but do not participate anymore bc of gbos gbas. You shoot your idea, you get bashed like you know nothing. Peace to the group. Baba enjoy your day.
The way you are talking, People will think you your self are not guilty of what you just stated.
CrimeRe: Idowu Christianah: Alleged Serial Killer, Adeleye Ayomide Arrested (Pictures) by samnaija: 6:44am On Sep 05, 2024
Georgry:
The problem with you guys is that you all don't read or make research or watch documentary, you prefer to watch Nollywood you're always comfortable with what you can see in front of you, if you read about the worst serial killers on earth, you will know that Africa is not even in the level of the West when it comes to killing so STFU and condemn this useless killer who is a disgrace to Africa.
No the person that is delusional is you with Nollywood. The killings happening in the the north, with a whole village being wiped out is normal. In the east the unknown gunmen killing people is normal, the kidnapping in every corner of Nigeria is normal by you. Because you choose the news you want to hear about your country. Continue decieving your self that the whites are worst...
Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 8:18pm On Aug 05, 2024
Valto:
deye 5kw, growatts 6kw smiley
Thanks for recommending this. Do you have an idea to their cost implications for a 3.5kva. Really appreciate.
Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 8:51am On Aug 05, 2024
Good morning, guys. Pls who can recommend a good battery less hybrid inverter. Purely for pumping machine use. And affordable thanks.
Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 3:29am On Jun 27, 2024
gadgetplanetng:
What does this mean on an Axpert inverter?
It's been this way all day today

The solar charging line isn't showing
Check the input wiring pv side going into the inverter it might be loose.

Also check if there is any voltage across the pv wires with a voltmeter manually. If you're not getting a good reading, then your problem is on roof.
TV/MoviesRe: My Experience Using A Smart TV by samnaija: 10:49am On Jun 24, 2024
Moniya4Real:
i don’t think we should categorize them as “Autocratic” but rather-“Illiberal democracies . One thing that is obvious with the latter is; They hardly/do no interfere in other lesser countries internal affairs. History , so far shows they have NOT. But you see the so called democratic countries of the west, they are best at destabilizing even democratic countries that they don’t consider pliable to control OR acts against their own interests.“
What did you say, what of iraq and kuwait, iran and saudi, iran and majority of the arab league dont see eye to eye.

Even libya of Gaddafi, dont aggree with arab league. There is a sunni and shia ethnicity issues between this coutries that is why there is conflict between this coutries. so stop decieving your self . Sadam husen saw the opportunity to invade kuwait, because they did not have military capabilities.

Once militarized country feels it is my turn , they will invade.
TV/MoviesRe: My Experience Using A Smart TV by samnaija: 10:25am On Jun 24, 2024
CaptainFM1:
I've only been using "X88 Pro 10" and I bought it around 6k 8years ago. I guess they all do the same thing. I haven't tried others so it's difficult to recommend, however, just like phones, there are high end TV boxes such as Apple and Nvidia Shields boxes. And so many things also account for the price differences too. E.g Storage Capacity, RAM, operating systems and versions.

If you're going to be downloading lots of movies, you may want to consider the one with high storage capacity. It all depends on your need and taste.
Thanks 🙏
TV/MoviesRe: My Experience Using A Smart TV by samnaija: 2:43am On Jun 24, 2024
CaptainFM1:
No need to screen or cast. That's old school!. All he need is a Smart box not Smart TV! Smart box consumes data at the same rate as the phone.

The Ops doesn't seem to know the difference between smart box and smart TV. Attached shows pictures of smart boxes. Been using mind for 8yrs now.

With smart box, you can even connect it to the old cathode ray tube TV.

Basically, smart box turns any TV to smart TV. Don't buy the "high end smart TVs". Just buy ordinary TV and a smart box Shikena.

The OPS doesn't follow simple instructions.

I also have smart TV at home, but I ignore the smartness in the TV, but instead use a smart box and use the TV as just ordinary TV.
Hey, can you a give the spec of a very good smartbox that is up to date
FamilyRe: My Fun Hangout With My Daughter And The Daughter Of Our Gate Minder. by samnaija: 1:20pm On Jun 20, 2024
Caaz:
E wan use the pictures do wall paper,hence the reasons for his sifia pains cheesy
Na wa!!!
FamilyRe: My Fun Hangout With My Daughter And The Daughter Of Our Gate Minder. by samnaija: 1:06pm On Jun 20, 2024
Caaz:
Get a job,stop hoping on tapswap
Dem don refuse to launch ham cheesy : cheesy..I feel your pains bruv.

I still have like 4 decades to live in your head.And I m coming to cast P.O.P and do screding in your brain.
So giddy up!


You nor do pass like this...
Again 🤯
FamilyRe: My Fun Hangout With My Daughter And The Daughter Of Our Gate Minder. by samnaija: 1:05pm On Jun 20, 2024
Caaz:
Get a job,instead of idling away on nairaland 24/7.


Total disgrace to men from imo state !Anyways I enjoy seeing your venom,you nor go cap more than this.

Highest you go entertain us as usual drooling saliva cheesy cheesy
Give it to excess intake of colos mixed with black mamba,it's makes you see me like your apparition cheesy.

I live rent free in your head,that alone is okay by me.
I m going to live inside your switch box for years,expect to have lots of headaches.
Ahhh 😮
Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 9:10pm On May 16, 2024
TechGeek777:
3 worst companies to buy solar products from in Nigeria in 2024!

https://m.youtube.com/watch?si=KreZBmvkRDt8SGG&v=nluB9qJpP5M&feature=youtu.be

This might help someone.
What the guy is saying is the truth, i have personally been burnt , by one of those dealers infact the number one he mentioned.

These alaba dealers are terrible, i bought an inverter from him, i requested for the inverter after sale service center, he told me if anything happens within the warranty period bring it back to him for free repair. Under 2 months inverter failed, took it him , 6 months later no inverter.

Waiting for parts story started , he will pretend has if he is on a call to china requesting for your parts.

I later found out the repair center actually are his boys at the back of his shop.
What they do is wait for customers to bring in their inverter , now you that just brought your inverter in today will be placed on a waiting list, the parts from your inverter brought in today will be used to repair another customer inverter brought in months before yours. The cycle will continue like that. The union in alaba is the most useless of all, go an complain about any dealer they will turn around and support their own....
Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 3:46am On Apr 13, 2024
HeavenlyBang:
Fair enough.

I've checked a bunch of forums online and the consensus is to keep your VOC within spec and the inverter/CC will just draw the current it needs to reach the maximum PV input wattage.
Thank God you have changed your mind. Voc is followed according to the cc specifications. If by chance you pass this specifications, some low end cc like power mr will give the magic blue smoke.
While some other slightly highhend cc will just show error eg fangpusion, epiever till you correct it.
Nairaland GeneralRe: The Origin Of "Go And Flit My Room" (Throwback Photo) by samnaija: 12:12pm On Mar 26, 2024
OboOlora:
cheesy
Nigerians and turning brands to generic names

To them...:

Every noodles is indomie
Every detergent is Omo
Every toothpaste is Macleans
Every SUV is Jeep
Every hair is Brazilian
Every pen is Biro


Add yours grin
Very true
Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 6:44am On Mar 26, 2024
Morning if you read this thread from the beginning, you will notice the change in battery technology in Nigeria.

About 10 to 12 years ago , generally Nigerians were using gel maintenance free batteries, while those that have money used agm batteries.

I was stuck with gel batteries. Agm
Of course was better but cost more.

All of a sudden flooded batteries became the new baby ( trojan and one American battery ).
Of course new battery tech will initially cost someone a kidney to get.

But a few of us on this forum were on this new battery (flooded batteries) , and we all dreamed to acquire these batteries.

All of a sudden tubular batteries walks in with a cheaper version of flooded batteries. I was on my last lap of my maintenance free batteries.

It was far cheaper than the original flooded, but same tech. I joined tubular immediately and so did most nigerians leaving behind gel batteries , agm and even original flooded batteries.

Then the new battery tech in Nigeria, lithium far better than original flooded, agm and tubular batteries. But like i mentioned earlier new tech wil cost an arm , a leg with even kidney this time. I am very confident a cheaper version of lithium will come along soon. And nigerians will do the needful and migrate. Till then we go manage our tubular batteries. My respect goes to those already on lithium it is not an easy fit to achieve.. someone has to break in new technology.
Satellite TV TechnologyRe: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by samnaija: 6:04am On Mar 26, 2024
adibo:
Good morning, which brand of battery are you using?
I am using mecury tubular batteries 220ah.

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