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Questions tagged [off-grid]

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Using standard AC fixtures for DC applications

I am building a small off-grid 12V solar system and looking for ways to connect DC lighting. I found many 12V DC light bulbs with a standard E26 base and wondering about an appropriate receptacle and switch. Can I simply use something like…
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Are deep-cycle batteries for off-grid power tolerant of temperature changes?

I have a small shed that is off-grid and needs occasional lighting. During the day I can open up the doors and have sufficient light, but during the winter when I am out there more in the evening, I need occasional light. Ideally I would like to…
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Off Grid Solar System - 250 amps of Inverter capacity - What load center do I use?

I have four Sol-Ark 15k inverters (Although I'd like to size things so that I have room to add more in the future if needed). Each inverter can supply up to 62.5 amps of continuous power. So 62.5 multiplied by 4 inverters = 250 amps of total…
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Drainback system for a cabin on piers

I have a cabin on stilts in Maine where the frost line is 4ft deep. I’m looking to make a system to supply water to the house that I could use in the winter. Seeing as the cabin will not stay above freezing when I’m not around (and possibly even at…
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Water not filling up pressure tank on off-grid system

I am trying to set up an off-grid water catchment system. Right now I have an RV pump sending water down a line into a 20 gallon pressure tank, then into the house. Problem is, the pressure tank is supposed to have 6-8 gallons of drawdown but is…
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Does a Dometic RUA8408X fridge need external power when running on gas?

I am replacing a my Dometic RGE410 fridge/freezer after 15 years of reliable service. The replacement I'm lookin at is the Dometic RUA8408X, which is a similar size and supports gas/12V/mains. It will be used in an off-grid house, in gas mode, in…
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Alternatives to direct wood fired bathtub

For several years I have lived with a wood fired bathtub. It works well enough except for scorching temps the bottom gets to. The work around is to sit on a board but when you have accidental contact it can be quite uncomfortable. I would like to…
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