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Originally Posted by DaFace
The potentially missing point here is, why do you need batteries? Unless you're talking about an off grid cabin or something, most people don't. It's a little complicated, but you basically use the rest of the power grid as your "battery" instead (search for "net metering" to learn more).
You do need a battery if you're otherwise trying to eliminate power outages, but that's really it.
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You can also get a load controller that will allow you to distribute solar from your panels to the desired breakers in your home if the grid fails. Obvious caveat is it only works during daytime hours, but you don't absolutely need a battery.
https://enphase.com/store/accessorie...oad-controller
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