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Are you ready for a power cut?

Are you ready for a power cut?

We may think of a power cut as being a temporary inconvenience, but when it lasts for hours or even days, it becomes a real challenge. Consider the critical services in your home and how long they can be disabled before things get serious

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Maintenance Matters: How to avoid turning your battery into a brick

What is Deep Discharge? Simply put, if the battery is run down to 0%, then is left for a long period of time without being recharged, it will head towards a state where it cannot be recharged! To avoid this costly mistake, follow our simple guide and get more for your money.

Solar Wiring Tips

Solar Wiring Tips

Let’s get down to the nitty-gritty of solar energy capture. The two primary wiring configurations, series and parallel, each have distinct advantages. However, you may want to consider a combination of both to maximise power output while minimising losses.

Energy Saving Tips

Energy Saving Tips

A fundamental change to your habits occurs when you drift away from the grid - your energy usage awareness is on full alert. This is independence, cutting the cord, it’s survival and it’s all part of the enjoyment of the adventure. We wanted to share some of our energy saving tips with you.

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What to look out for when buying a portable power station

You may have seen a variety of these portable power products on the market but how do you know which will meet your needs for the price? Here are some key points to understand before you make the best decision. Capacity, Charge speed, Weight, Cell Type, Design Features, Output, Customer Support &...

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What is the battery version of a generator?

The word ‘generator’ is loosely defined as: a machine that converts one type of energy into another or one that produces electrical power. There are debates over whether a unit that converts battery energy to mains alternating current is technically a generator.

The pros and cons of LFP batteries

The pros and cons of LFP batteries

Solar energy has become increasingly popular in recent years as a clean and renewable source of power. One of the key components of a solar energy system is the battery. But what is the battery made of and what are the environmental pros and cons of using one?