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Our Home Solar Upgrade: 6 Months Later – Life Off-Grid Has Changed!
FarmsVillaThinking about upgrading your solar system for home use? 🌞 We did it 6 months ago—and it’s completely changed the way we live off-grid. In this video, we share the impact of upgrading from an 8 kW inverter to a 12 kW inverter, along with installing 48 kWh of LiFePO₄ battery storage. Once balanced, these lithium iron phosphate batteries have been absolutely brilliant! Before the upgrade, we relied heavily on the generator—especially during winter. Now? We’ve only had to run it a couple of times on very dark days, a huge improvement from our old system. It’s quieter, more efficient, and far more reliable. We take a look at system performance and how this change has brought real peace of mind during cloudy weeks and cold seasons. 🔋 48 kWh LiFePO₄ Batteries ⚡ 12 kW Inverter (Upgraded from 8 kW) 🌤 Winter Performance 🔥 Minimal Generator Use 🏡 Fully Off-Grid Living If you're living off-grid or considering a solar upgrade, this video gives you real-world insight into what works—and what to expect. #SolarSystemForHome #OffGridLiving #SolarUpgrade #LiFePO4 #InverterUpgrade #HomeSolarPower #BatteryStorage #SolarEnergy #OffGridLife #SolarPower #SustainableLiving #RenewableEnergy https://www.instagram.com/farmvillacampagna117 views 1 comment -
🔋 How I Built a 10kW Off-Grid Solar System & What It REALLY Cost! 🇮🇹☀️
FarmsVillaThinking about going off-grid with solar power? In this video, I’ll take you through the 10kW off-grid solar system I built in Italy, sharing the full cost breakdown and how I sourced all the components. Whether you're planning your own DIY solar setup or just curious about the investment required, this is an eye-opener! 🔍 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ How I designed & built my 10kW off-grid solar system 🚀 ✔️ Where I sourced my solar panels, batteries, and inverter 🔧 ✔️ The total cost of the system (it surprised me too! 😲) 💰 ✔️ How I recovered my investment through energy savings ⚡ ✔️ Lessons learned after 4+ years of off-grid living 🏡 This isn't an in-depth installation guide—plenty of great channels cover that—but it's an honest real-world look at what it takes to go off-grid, both financially and practically. 💬 Thinking about off-grid solar? Drop your questions in the comments! Like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more off-grid living and renewable energy insights! 🔋☀️ #solarpower #renewableenergy #solarbattery #solarinstallation #energyindependence #solarpanels #solarsystem #solarbatterystorage #offgridpower #sustainableliving #solarinverter #solarcost #solarpowerdiy #offgridsetup14 views 1 comment -
Epic 10kW Solar System Upgrade: Unleashing Solar Assistant Magic!
FarmsVillaIt's the end of our third month living off-grid in Italy, and despite having more sunny days than November, our DIY 10kW solar system's performance in December was not as expected. We ended up using our generator more often, which I attribute to two main factors: shorter solar generation windows leading up to the shortest day of the year (21/12) and running mini-split air conditioners on cloudy days to keep our home warm. In this video, I share the challenges of living off-grid in winter, how we balanced solar power and generator use, and my recent upgrade to Solar Assistant's solar monitoring system. The improvements in solar monitoring, reporting, and logging have been a total game-changer, far surpassing our previous setup. If you're looking for a more efficient way to track your solar system's performance and maximise energy usage, check out Solar Assistant here: https://solar-assistant.io/. Happy New Year from our off-grid home in Italy! #OffGridLiving #SolarPower #DIYSolar #SolarAssistant #SolarSystemUpgrade #SustainableLiving #OffGridItaly #SolarEnergy #SolarMonitoring #EnergyEfficiency #GreenEnergy #OffGridSolar20 views 1 comment -
Brutal Truth About Off-Grid Solar | 4 Months Without Utility Power
FarmsVillaIt's been 4 months since we went fully off-grid in Italy, relying 100% on our DIY off-grid solar power system-and let me tell you, it's been a real wake-up call! 😳 In this video, I'll break down the hard truths about off-grid living, the biggest challenges we've faced, and what we've learned about solar energy, generator use, and winter survival. 🚨 Key Takeaways: ✅ Running a generator is NOT cheaper than utility power-here's why! ✅ How we're reducing generator reliance and maximising solar energy storage ✅ The real cost of off-grid energy-what they don't tell you! ✅ Winter solar struggles and how we're overcoming them with smart off-grid solutions ✅ Energy efficiency tricks for off-grid survival without compromising comfort With no turning back to the grid, we're embracing the off-grid lifestyle with creative solutions, solar power experiments, and plenty of surprises along the way! 🌞🔋 🔥 LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more real off-grid insights! 💬 COMMENT below-Would you ever go fully off-grid? OffGridLiving, OffGridSolar, SolarPower, DIYOffGrid, SustainableLiving, SolarEnergy, EnergyIndependence, OffGridItaly, SolarPowerSystem, GeneratorVsSolar, WinterSolar, OffGridLifestyle, SolarChallenges, EnergyEfficiency21 views 1 comment -
🔋 DIY Solar Power Made EASY! ☀️ Budget-Friendly & Beginner-Friendly Guide 🚀
FarmsVillaWant to get started with DIY solar power without spending a fortune? In this video, I’ll show you how to generate solar power easily, affordably, and stress-free! 🌞💡 Whether you're just curious or planning to go fully off-grid, this simple method is perfect for beginners, budget-conscious DIYers, and anyone wanting energy independence. 🚀 What You’ll Learn: ✅ DIY solar power basics—simple, clear, and beginner-friendly! ✅ Budget solar components that won’t break the bank 🏦 ✅ Step-by-step guide to setting up your first solar system ⚡ ✅ How to avoid common mistakes and keep things simple 🔧 ✅ Where to find affordable solar gear without compromising quality I used this easy DIY solar method for years before going fully off-grid, and it’s a great way to start generating your own power! The best part? That feeling of freedom and independence from the grid is truly amazing! 🌍🔋 🔥 LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more solar power tips and off-grid insights! 💬 COMMENT below—Are you ready to try DIY solar? ##SolarPower #SolarEnergy #OffGridSolar #RenewableEnergy #SolarForBeginners #HomeSolar #SolarPanels #SolarSetup #EnergyIndependence #AffordableSolar #SustainableLiving #GreenEnergy #EasySolar #BeginnerSolar9 views -
Off-Grid Solar Power System Battery Bank charging
FarmsVillaIn the realm of off-grid solar power systems, your battery bank is the heart of your energy storage. Join us as we explore the critical role of battery banks in off-grid living and discover strategies for optimizing their performance. In this video, we share with you our cunning plan to get through winter. We need to rely on a generator during winter but as we only have a 3Kw generator a cunning plan was required in order to minimise disruption when running on the generator.80 views -
Quick Solar Battery Update
FarmsVilla🔋 Where to Source Seplos Batteries & MPP Inverters for Off-Grid Power Systems | DIY Energy Storage As requested by many of you, in this short video, I’ll be detailing exactly where I sourced the Seplos battery kit and MPP inverters for my off-grid power system. If you're looking to build your own DIY energy storage system, this video is a must-watch! I’ve been getting lots of questions about where to find reliable and efficient lithium-ion batteries and inverters, so in this video, I share my top sources for both: 🌍 Seplos Battery Kit:Visit www.deligreenpower.com for high-quality, reliable Seplos battery kits for your off-grid systems. ⚡ MPP Inverters:Check out maximumsolar.online for MPP inverters, perfect for powering your solar-powered systems with efficiency. Thank you again to everyone who watched the last video and asked for this info—I'm excited to help you all get started with renewable energy systems! 📢 Like, Comment, & Subscribe for more off-grid energy solutions, DIY projects, and renewable energy tips! 🔔 Hit the notification bell to stay updated on all future content. 💬 Got questions or want more details about my energy setup? Leave them in the comments below! #SeplosBatteryKit #MPPInverters #DIYOffGridEnergy #EnergyStorage #RenewableEnergy #OffGridLiving #SolarPower #LithiumIonBatteries #DIYSolar #SustainableLiving #EnergyIndependence #GreenEnergy43 views 1 comment -
🔋 Dive into the Amazing World of BMS & Solar Inverter Synergy! ⚡
FarmsVillaEver wondered how a Battery Management System (BMS) and a solar inverter communicate in an off-grid setup? In this hands-on video, I’m diving deep into BMS-inverter integration, troubleshooting real-time challenges, and experimenting to understand how these key components work together. 🔍 What You’ll Learn: ✅ How a BMS controls battery charging & discharging in a solar system ✅ Configuring a solar inverter for lithium batteries (optimisation & settings) ✅ Troubleshooting common BMS-inverter issues (unexpected challenges & fixes) This isn’t just a tutorial—it’s a real-world learning journey as I experiment and share my discoveries! If you’ve worked with BMS-inverter integration, drop your insights in the comments! 💬 Got tips? Share them below! If you enjoy hands-on solar projects, like, follow, and hit the bell so you don’t miss the next update! #SolarBattery #BatteryManagementSystem #BMSSetup #SolarInverter #OffGridSolar #LithiumBattery51 views 2 comments -
Game Changer! We Just Boosted Our Off-Grid System with a Massive 16.2 kWh LiFePO4 Battery Bank!
FarmsVillaIn this video, we’re expanding our off-grid solar system with an additional brand-new 16.2 kWh LiFePO4 battery bank! 🚀 If you’re looking to improve your energy storage, boost efficiency, and reduce reliance on generators or the grid, this upgrade is a game-changer. 🔧 What You’ll Learn in This Video: ✔️ Why we chose to add another 16.2 kWh LiFePO4 battery for off-grid living ✔️ How to integrate a new battery bank into an existing solar power system ✔️ Battery installation, wiring, and configuration for optimal performance ✔️ The benefits of LiFePO4 batteries over traditional lead-acid or AGM options ✔️ Real-world performance insights and energy storage capacity tests ✔️ What the batteries cost. Our setup is built for sustainable, reliable, and efficient power, perfect for off-grid homes, cabins, and solar-powered systems. Whether you're new to solar energy or upgrading your existing battery storage, this guide will help you make the best decision. ⚡ Follow for more off-grid solar builds, battery upgrades, and renewable energy tips! 💡 Let us know in the comments if you have any questions or if you’ve upgraded your own solar battery bank! 🚀🔋 #SeplosBattery #DIYOffGridBattery #LithiumIonBattery #RenewableEnergy #OffGridLiving #DIYPowerStorage #SolarEnergy #SustainableLiving #EnergyIndependence #GreenEnergy49 views 2 comments