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Dam5reey1(m): 4:13pm On Jun 03
Cells available incase you want to DIY.
Price not negotiable..
EVE Grade A Cells.

We can also build in Iron or wooden box.

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CodeTemplarr: 4:17pm On Jun 03
Booked.
mctfopt: 6:05pm On Jun 03
adrusa:


No try am.

1. I don't know if there is expertise about installing it without feeding back into the grid.
2. It probably won't work.
3. If it works and feed back into the grid, you may be supplying electricity to the whole town or worse get someone electrocuted down the line.
4. 3 may not happen because grid tie inverters work with grid, once the grid is down, they also go down.

Finally, it is a very bad idea. Don't do it.


GRID tie does not necessarily have to to the grid. I've seen a couple of grid tie work very well in Nigeria in a niche area that only requires power during the day (banks, schools, etc).

Pabodo:
Good afternoon, Please can one use a Grid-tie Inverter with battery? If Yes, how can it be done and any advice to go for it or not
I want to buy one and send to Nigeria, most I see are grid-tie (Sunny Boy SMA)
Thank you guys for the good works you are all doing


Like he mentioned, running it in Nigeria for home wouldn't be great as it requires a constant grid supply (NEPA/ generator) to work. Nigeria don't have that supply in much quantities.

So you are better off buying SMA, but instead of the grid tie type, buy the hybrid type that requires battery as it's best for use in Nigeria.

I know you must've seen a lot of grid tie outside Nigeria, people often get it to reduce their utility bill. Not something you'd bring into a country with epileptic power supply.

A lil note, if buying from North America, just ensure output voltage is 230v 50Hz and not 120V 60Hz.

Cheers.

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Ferdiwar: 8:05pm On Jun 03
Most grid tied inverters does not battery input.

Then for a wonderful country like Nigeria it will be a waste of investment getting a grid tied inverter as the inverter needs a grid input to function and we all know how superb our national grid is.

Get a Hybrid (my recommendation) or stand alone inverter for your intended project.

Pabodo:
Good afternoon, Please can one use a Grid-tie Inverter with battery? If Yes, how can it be done and any advice to go for it or not
I want to buy one and send to Nigeria, most I see are grid-tie (Sunny Boy SMA)
Thank you guys for the good works you are all doing

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solareclips: 10:05pm On Jun 03
Please any pannel installer in ikorodu?
Kindly dm on 08122574002
Dam5reey1(m): 2:15am On Jun 04
We still delivering BIY projects.

Ikare-Akoko Ondo state.

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chris81964(m): 5:38am On Jun 04
LIGHTNING STRIKES... BUT MY INVERTER STOOD ITS GROUND! 🔥⚡

Do you that video I posted about how lightning can shut down even the best inverters? Well, let me take you behind the scenes of what just happened — and trust me, this was not your average rainstorm.

It started with a LinkedIn post I read some time ago — multiple inverters within a 5 km radius had failed after a ferocious lightning storm. These were properly installed systems, with earthing and SPDs in place — yet they still failed. That got me thinking. That got me experimenting. That got me ready.

Then yesterday happened.

The heavens opened. The sky lit up like a thousand fireworks. This wasn’t just lightning — this was lightning on steroids. Strike after strike. Some so violent they triggered car alarms in the neighborhood. The whole area was under siege from Mother Nature herself.

And there I was… watching… waiting… monitoring my system.

GUESS WHAT?

Not a blink. Not a flicker.
The lights held steady.
My inverter stood its ground like a warrior.
My solution worked.
The theory became fact — and it survived a full-scale attack.

Whew. That was intense.

👉 Watch the full video to see how I solved a problem that takes down systems worth millions. If you care about your investment, you NEED to see this.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gTOINR6y-8

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mctfopt: 7:12am On Jun 04
chris81964:
LIGHTNING STRIKES... BUT MY INVERTER STOOD ITS GROUND! 🔥⚡

Do you that video I posted about how lightning can shut down even the best inverters? Well, let me take you behind the scenes of what just happened — and trust me, this was not your average rainstorm.

It started with a LinkedIn post I read some time ago — multiple inverters within a 5 km radius had failed after a ferocious lightning storm. These were properly installed systems, with earthing and SPDs in place — yet they still failed. That got me thinking. That got me experimenting. That got me ready.

Then yesterday happened.

The heavens opened. The sky lit up like a thousand fireworks. This wasn’t just lightning — this was lightning on steroids. Strike after strike. Some so violent they triggered car alarms in the neighborhood. The whole area was under siege from Mother Nature herself.

And there I was… watching… waiting… monitoring my system.

GUESS WHAT?

Not a blink. Not a flicker.
The lights held steady.
My inverter stood its ground like a warrior.
My solution worked.
The theory became fact — and it survived a full-scale attack.

Whew. That was intense.

👉 Watch the full video to see how I solved a problem that takes down systems worth millions. If you care about your investment, you NEED to see this.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gTOINR6y-8

A very important topic. The is the reason most inverter fail in the rainy season.

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iraybuju: 8:08am On Jun 04
chris81964:
LIGHTNING STRIKES... BUT MY INVERTER STOOD ITS GROUND! 🔥⚡

Do you that video I posted about how lightning can shut down even the best inverters? Well, let me take you behind the scenes of what just happened — and trust me, this was not your average rainstorm.

It started with a LinkedIn post I read some time ago — multiple inverters within a 5 km radius had failed after a ferocious lightning storm. These were properly installed systems, with earthing and SPDs in place — yet they still failed. That got me thinking. That got me experimenting. That got me ready.

Then yesterday happened.

The heavens opened. The sky lit up like a thousand fireworks. This wasn’t just lightning — this was lightning on steroids. Strike after strike. Some so violent they triggered car alarms in the neighborhood. The whole area was under siege from Mother Nature herself.

And there I was… watching… waiting… monitoring my system.

GUESS WHAT?

Not a blink. Not a flicker.
The lights held steady.
My inverter stood its ground like a warrior.
My solution worked.
The theory became fact — and it survived a full-scale attack.

Whew. That was intense.

👉 Watch the full video to see how I solved a problem that takes down systems worth millions. If you care about your investment, you NEED to see this.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gTOINR6y-8


I have seen this videos before are you the one in the video ?
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SourYoghurt: 10:42am On Jun 04
please guy, what's your experience with Thermocool Inverter Freezers, Does it freeze and ice liquid like conventional freezers when used with solar.

My current freezer, barely freezer things probably because it's older.

Please, I need your guidance.



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isangjohnson: 11:19am On Jun 04
Any installer in Ikeja axis of Lagos State?
HeavenlyBang(m): 11:25am On Jun 04
SourYoghurt:
please guy, what's your experience with Thermocool Inverter Freezers, Does it freeze and ice liquid like conventional freezers when used with solar.

My current freezer, barely freezer things probably because it's older.

Please, I need your guidance.






Idk about Thermocool but I have a 198L Hisense that draws just 110w and performs excellently so far, touch wood.

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Jefferyzz(m): 1:39pm On Jun 04
I've been using thermocool freezer for over 3years and it doesn't consume more 109w for the 200l I got. It can retain ice for a long periods of time because I don't put it on 247 unlike my hisense. Just make sure U buy from their authorised showroom, every famous brand get copy now o.
SourYoghurt:
please guy, what's your experience with Thermocool Inverter Freezers, Does it freeze and ice liquid like conventional freezers when used with solar.

My current freezer, barely freezer things probably because it's older.

Please, I need your guidance.



Ferdiwar: 2:05pm On Jun 04
I currently use the 259l and it has been great, it freezes fast.

SourYoghurt:
please guy, what's your experience with Thermocool Inverter Freezers, Does it freeze and ice liquid like conventional freezers when used with solar.

My current freezer, barely freezer things probably because it's older.

Please, I need your guidance.



Obnoxious2001(m): 2:13pm On Jun 04
isangjohnson:
Any installer in Ikeja axis of Lagos State?

Not in ikeja, but it's within my vicinity
Rumplesteelskin: 2:54pm On Jun 04
Mykcool:

Following your issue has been interesting, especially with all the help and suggestions. Looking forward to seeing you resolve it.

Please put an update on the initial complaint when you finally resolve it, so that anyone with similar issue can see how it got resolved.

Right. I have updated the initial post.

Update: Following AndroBlaze suggestion, I combined sources, my inverter charger (30a), external 24v lithium battery charger (20a), and PV (under 10a, it's a rainy day), and I was able to fully charge the battery. It took almost 6 hours of consistent charging at roughly 60a. Now sitting pretty at 29.2v and floating back and forth.

Now it's time to test its full capacity.

Thanks to all that contributed.

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Rumplesteelskin: 2:57pm On Jun 04
Rumplesteelskin:


Right. I have updated the initial post.

Update: Following AndroBlaze suggestion, I combined sources, my inverter charger (30a), external 24v lithium battery charger (20a), and PV (under 10a, it's a raining day), and I was able to fully charge the battery. It took almost 6 hours of consistent charging at roughly 60a. Now sitting pretty and 29.2v and floating back and forth.

Now it's time to test it's full capacity.

Thanks to all that contributed.

Also, I spoke with one of Haisic engineers through the seller and he said they now have an upgraded version with Batt V and percentage display. Interested parties should probably be patient till that one is readily available.

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amicdan(m): 3:24pm On Jun 04
HeavenlyBang:


Idk about Thermocool but I have a 198L Hisense that draws just 110w and performs excellently so far, touch wood.
Boss can I see picture?
chris81964(m): 3:31pm On Jun 04
iraybuju:



I have seen this videos before are you the one in the video ?
Yes I am. Thank you for watching did you comment and share?
omotoda(m): 3:43pm On Jun 04
Rumplesteelskin:


Also, I spoke with one of Haisic engineers through the seller and he said they now have an upgraded version with Batt V and percentage display. Interested parties should probably be patient till that one is readily available.

I think its already in the market. I saw one white type for same capacity by Haisic posted on social media space. Not sure if its same price with the black though.

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Rumplesteelskin: 3:48pm On Jun 04
omotoda:


I think its already in the market. I saw one white type for same capacity by Haisic posted on social media space. Not sure if its same price with the black though.

Nice. This will definitely not be as cheap as the black one. I can see max current for charging has been increased from 75 - 100a.
omotoda(m): 3:53pm On Jun 04
Rumplesteelskin:


Nice. This will definitely not be as cheap as the black one. I can see max current for charging has been increased from 75 - 100a.

Of course, and based on the settings perhaps its made with better quality cells. On jiji, I see 950k while another platform shows 850k.I believe it should be around N800-850K though.
AndroBlaze: 4:35pm On Jun 04
Rumplesteelskin:


Right. I have updated the initial post.

Update: Following AndroBlaze suggestion, I combined sources, my inverter charger (30a), external 24v lithium battery charger (20a), and PV (under 10a, it's a rainy day), and I was able to fully charge the battery. It took almost 6 hours of consistent charging at roughly 60a. Now sitting pretty at 29.2v and floating back and forth.

Now it's time to test its full capacity.

Thanks to all that contributed.

Good to know you've finally got it fully charged.

BTW if that external charger is a smart charger, you can leave it connected permanently and the effects should be no different to purchasing an inverter with higher charging capacity. This is something I did severally for years while using LA, in fact I had 2 external chargers plus an inverter connected at some point due the unreliability of NEPA and not having solar then. ( Oh this is not a recommendation LA people because the battery bank eventually dies as LA is incapable of fast charging regularly, which is why we keep advising una but stubbornness wan wound you, lol)

We await the results of your capacity test and thanks for the update on the new design for Haisic, really really helpful.

@ bkuranga, na u remain, how far?

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AndroBlaze: 4:40pm On Jun 04
omotoda:


Of course, and based on the settings perhaps its made with better quality cells. On jiji, I see 950k while another platform shows 850k.I believe it should be around N800-850K though.

Well if one can finally get details on a cell level, it's pretty welcome and should push up their sales.
HeavenlyBang(m): 4:45pm On Jun 04
amicdan:
Boss can I see picture?

Model number is FC260SH.

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Rumplesteelskin: 4:51pm On Jun 04
omotoda:


Of course, and based on the settings perhaps its made with better quality cells. On jiji, I see 950k while another platform shows 850k.I believe it should be around N800-850K though.

Damn! And I was patient o. Now seeing this after a week of purchase.. Lol

AndroBlaze:


Good to know you've finally got it fully charged.

BTW if that external charger is a smart charger, you can leave it connected permanently and the effects should be no different to purchasing an inverter with higher charging capacity. This is something I did severally for years while using LA, in fact I had 2 external chargers plus an inverter connected at some point due the unreliability of NEPA and not having solar then. ( Oh this is not a recommendation LA people because the battery bank eventually dies as LA is incapable of fast charging regularly, which is why we keep advising una but stubbornness wan wound you, lol)

We await the results of your capacity test and thanks for the update on the new design for Haisic, really really helpful.

@ bkuranga, na u remain, how far?


Yeah, it is smart. I'm using the same AC input for both, so, 50a on a steady with grid/gen.

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