Offgrid Solar Inverter Buyer's Guide for Beginners

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  @WillProwse · 5 years ago (edited) · pinned

  I removed a section about low and high frequency inverter discussion because it was too rushed to summarize the difference. So I&apos;ll make another video discussing the differences.<br><br>Don&apos;t want to burn down your house? Need equipment you can actually depend on? Check out my latest &quot;Will Prowse Approved&quot; solar product recommendations here: <br><a href="https://www.willapproved.com/">https://www.willapproved.com/</a><br><br>Join our DIY Solar Community <br>Need more help? Join the largest solar forum on the internet for beginners and professionals alike:<br><a href="https://www.diysolarforum.com/">https://www.diysolarforum.com</a><br><br>Check Out My Free 12V DIY Solar Book<br>Best-selling and beginner-friendly guidebook to off-grid 12V solar!<br><a href="https://www.willapproved.com/the-book">https://www.willapproved.com/the-book</a><br><br>~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~<br>Need to build a large DIY system? Need a trustworthy solar distributor? These are my favorites:<br><br>Signature Solar<br>Hybrid Inverters, Solar Panel Deals, Mini Splits and More!<br>If you want $50 off, please use my affiliate link below and coupon code &quot;DIYSOLAR50&quot;:<br><a href="https://signaturesolar.com/?ref=cPwLcVc0SW-BjN">https://signaturesolar.com/?ref=cPwLcVc0SW-BjN</a><br><br>Best Solar Bundles<br>These systems are cream of the crop. High voltage/ High performance/ Commercial and at incredibly low prices:<br><a href="https://bestsolarbundle.com/?ref=WILLIAMPROWSEIV&amp;variant=43645878468650">https://bestsolarbundle.com/?ref=WILLIAMPROWSEIV&amp;variant=43645878468650</a><br><br>Current Connected<br>Best Prices for EG4, Victron, Midnite and so much more! Fast Shipping and Highest Rated Customer Service:<br><a href="https://currentconnected.com/?ref=wp">https://currentconnected.com/?ref=wp</a><br><br><br>~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~<br>Contact Information:<br>I am NOT available for personal solar system consult! If you wish to contact me, this is my direct email: williamprowsediysolar@<a href="http://gmail.com/">gmail.com</a><br>FTC Disclosure Statement and Disclaimers:<br>Every video includes paid promotion or sponsorship (such as free products for review). Some links on this YouTube channel may be affiliate links. We may get paid if you buy something or take an action after clicking one of these. My videos are for educational purposes only. Information is subject to change/update at any time. Electricity is DANGEROUS and can kill. Be smart and use common sense :) DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, An affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to <a href="http://amazon.com/">Amazon.com</a><br><br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rxSapfp4Hs&amp;t=27">0:27</a> Working Voltage Range<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rxSapfp4Hs&amp;t=50">0:50</a> Wattage Rating<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rxSapfp4Hs&amp;t=96">1:36</a> AC Output Connection<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rxSapfp4Hs&amp;t=146">2:26</a> Modified Sine Wave Versus Pure Sine Wave<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rxSapfp4Hs&amp;t=242">4:02</a> Measuring the Waveform<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rxSapfp4Hs&amp;t=338">5:38</a> Common Sizing Considerations<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rxSapfp4Hs&amp;t=412">6:52</a> Inverter Grounding Discussion<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rxSapfp4Hs&amp;t=508">8:28</a> Remote Switch Discussion<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rxSapfp4Hs&amp;t=542">9:02</a> Idle Consumption Comparison and Terminology<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rxSapfp4Hs&amp;t=662">11:02</a> DIY Idle Consumption Measuring Procedure<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rxSapfp4Hs&amp;t=702">11:42</a> Inverter Overall Conversion Efficiency<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rxSapfp4Hs&amp;t=765">12:45</a> Inverter Battery Input Comparison<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rxSapfp4Hs&amp;t=796">13:16</a> Inverter Conductor Sizing and Safety Considerations<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rxSapfp4Hs&amp;t=837">13:57</a> Common Inverter Safety Features Including OCPD, LVD and HVD<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rxSapfp4Hs&amp;t=939">15:39</a> Inverter Cooling System and Mounting Considerations<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rxSapfp4Hs&amp;t=1085">18:05</a> Battery Input Capacitor Charging

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  @George.Andrews. · 5 years ago

  Well done . No wazup. No lets get into it. &nbsp;No stupid arm waving . No stupid music or anything annoying.<br>Good information. Thumbs up from George.

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  @99lilyana · 4 years ago

  How can this young fellow be so darn smart? Very grateful to you Will.

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  @trevortrevortsr2 · 5 years ago

  I have seldom seen such a flawless fluid delivery.

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  @jonathangubler3462 · 4 years ago

  I sell solar, and anyone who tells me they would rather save money and install it themself i always recommend they watch will videos! He is a SOLAR GENIUS!

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  @tictagtube · 5 years ago

  The best masterclass on DIY-level inverters on the Internet. Outstanding, Will.

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  @anatomicallymodern · 3 years ago (edited)

  I live in London, no chance of going off grid so why do I love watching your videos? &nbsp;<br>You are such an easy going teacher and I love learning about how going off grid with solar works with your style of explaining. <br>I’m sorry you had to experience being homeless it must have been terrifying and I’m glad that you sharing your talents is making a real difference to people and yourself.

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  @avidmc5 · 4 years ago

  Wait, what?!? You spent time being homeless? I must say from what I&apos;ve seen in the many videos I&apos;ve watched you have made one helluva turn around. All your success is definitely warranted!

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  @buffalobill3504 · 4 years ago

  Just became interested in off grid power sources for our travel trailer. I&apos;m old but relatively smart, but I need this stuff explained clearly and from the basic concept through the application. I&apos;ve watched a couple of your vlogs so far and you do an extraordinary job.<br>Appreciate what you do and will ultimately watch everything I can.

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  @ericdelevinquiere9902 · 5 years ago

  To the point, no bs and definitely user friendly! Love how you are electrifying the community.

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  @garybonz · 5 years ago

  Will, thanks for taking the time to explain this info, not just this video but for all of them. I have lived offgrid for 14 yrs and am a retired Helicopter Tech, and by default the local &quot;solar guy&quot; (victim) people call when they have problems with their systems. I end up teaching most of them about their components too, and want to tell you how good of a teacher you really are. You speak well and aren&apos;t affraid to tell us your opinion and why, and in plain english, which is nice because I can let them get it strait from you. THANKS !

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  @ranjanty · 5 years ago

  this is a ShoutOut to Giandel! &nbsp;I bought the PS-3000AR inverter using Will&apos;s link. After using it for over a year on my small 800W system it stopped working. I contacted the company and they sent me a new inverter plus cables. &nbsp;I was so glad they stood behind their product.

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