Willis DXERS'CORNER // REMOTELY from the garden

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The 130 Wp panel increases the solar array's total output to 940 Wp. Both panels are mounted on the back of the shack and are intended to make winter operation more reliable. An expansion of the solar air collector is planned for March 2026. Both panels will then be taken offline for the spring and summer months, as they overload the charge controller. They are only truly usable now because the next dark doldrums phase is approaching.

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Last winter's experiences showed how important it is to have a well-equipped emergency battery. My LiFePo4 battery is ready for this eventuality. With a total capacity of 50 Ah, it provides more than 10 hours of additional power. Weighing only 6 kg, the battery can be recharged at home in just 5-7 hours. The battery comes with a charge status indicator and a controllable app. A special charger with a fixed voltage of 14.6 V ensures proper charging.

However, the battery can be used for more than just emergencies. When the sunny days become shorter, it relieves the main power supply of the calcium batteries and thus creates additional reserves.

If the winter of 2025/26 is as cloudy as the last one, a second LiFePo4 battery is available. It is always charged and can be easily replaced in the station if necessary.

Bring on the season!

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An app can be used to analyse the charging behaviour of the batteries via bluetooth

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