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Here's what I mean in graphical form for a Trina Vertex S 440W panel.

True, we rarely get maximum power. But MPPT tracking algorithms will adjust current draw to gain maximum input voltage x current in order to gain maximum power. The typical graph for modern PV panels' max power will show voltage ramping up quickly, with the current largely dependent on...

No one ever complained about having too much battery storage ;) In addition to what @MattyS asked, have you done an energy audit to determine your peak power usage. From my experience, these days, I'd avoid only having a 3.6kW inverter - you will exceed its output capability as soon as your...

Any synopsis for those of us who CBA to watch you-tube influencers? 🤷‍♀️

Obviously MG need to add the option to specify the colour 'chameleon', with Chinese AI adjusting the hue accordingly.

P.S. Be aware that both your options are based on proprietary high-voltage battery systems, not the more open, low-voltage (nominal 51.2V) battery pack systems. As such you won't be able to easily top up batteries from V2L as @johnb80 and others have done, using a charger. You will also be...

I'd seriously look into that route too, if you didn't need the MCS cert. The hardware price for 5kW inverter and 3 x 4.8kWh battery packs is £3656.31. So, Heatable is adding £2000 for installation labour, G99 paperwork and an MCS stamp. Guess the latter is the unavoidable USP that allows the...

... If you mention it to the dealer, the charging unit is called a CCU, not CPU. Best not to confuse the dealership any more than they'll probably get confused themselves!!

It's not that new - the train or mobile coverage in tunnels - you can enjoy it in the Dartford tunnel on your return too :) Where are you heading to, or do we keep guessing?

Or on the Baileys already? ;) 🍾

Chris :unsure:

Yes. But IME that's no big deal. Bit more paperwork for the installers, but they do that every day 🤷‍♀️

All good points and, like @GaryMG4, with low usage the sums don't always add up as one would intuitively think. With your low usage, my 2p's worth would be to go for a half-way compromise... Specifically the Alpha 5kW inverter, but with 2, rather than 3 batteries to give you around 10kW of...

Really? What is your peak power usage? It only takes two appliances out of any of the following to exceed 3.6kW. Kettle, Washing Machine, Oven, Non-gas hob, Microwave, Immersion heater, Granny charger.

(y) was just wondering how that link is different to @Gomev's