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mbestotoday at 5:23 PM1 replyview on HN

That's fair.

Better comparison:

Author's config:

3x Powerwalls + inverters = 40 kWh

4.2 kW array

£39,360 = $53k USD

Alternative:

EG4 18kPV Hybrid Inverter = $5000

3x RIUXU = $9600

10x Trina Solar 435w panels = $1580

Cabling, installations, etc. = $5000

Total = $21k

It's not even close...


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pchewtoday at 5:48 PM

This is still not an accurate comparison. I'm not a Tesla fanboy but of all of the major players in the non-diy game (Enphase, Franklin, Tesla, Sol-Ark) they provide the best value for money, and are impressive pieces of equipment.

The EG4 18k has 11.5 kw backfeed capability, with a rather pathetic 65ish amp in-rush. Obviously 18kw usable solar capacity(they technically let you land up to 21kw, but only 18 is usable).

The Powerwall system you outlined can take 60kw of usable solar input, has 34kw standing backfeed capability, and a whopping 555 amp in-rush (not a typo, it's 185 amps per unit).

Not to get in to warranties, etc.

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