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Anker SOLIX Mega Solar: Products and Resources
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Products and resources from my Anker SOLIX Mega Solar experiment, including the external MPPT controller, expansion batteries, solar panel, cable-modification video and ways to get personal help. This is an experimental modification, not an Anker-app...
 
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The 40A controller shown in my video is no longer made. This Victron SmartSolar 150/45 (45A, 12/24/36/48V) is an alternative, not the controller demonstrated. Match settings and electrical ratings to your actual system. Amazon affiliate link: https:/...
Victron SmartSolar MPPT 150/45, 45A Controller
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The 40A controller shown in my video is no longer made. This ECO-WORTHY 60A MPPT controller with Bluetooth and WiFi is an alternative, not the controller demonstrated. Match settings and electrical ratings to your actual system. Amazon affiliate link...
ECO-WORTHY 60A MPPT Solar Controller WiFi
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The F2000 used in this demonstration. Its standard solar input is rated at 1,000W; this video explores a separate modified expansion-battery charging path. Amazon affiliate link: https://amzn.to/48AmNeX
Anker SOLIX F2000, 2,048Wh Power Station
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Official 2,048Wh expansion battery for the F2000 and F2600, including the battery-to-host cable. The modified cable is a separate DIY modification. Manufacturer affiliate option: ankersolix.pxf.io/Qj6Xao Use code ANKERSOLIX20 for a discount on the BP2000 at Anker. Amazon affiliate option: amzn.to/4t9eqyr
Anker SOLIX BP2000 Expansion Battery, 2,048Wh
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The standard 450W folding panel shown in the demonstration. Manufacturer affiliate option: https://zoupw.com/collections/all-product/products/450-watt-portable-solar-panel?ref=TATFT (choose standard 450W ETFE). Amazon affiliate option: https://amzn.t...
ZOUPW 450W Portable N-Type Solar Panel
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Original 1,056Wh Anker SOLIX C1000, discussed alongside the F2000. Its battery voltage and controller settings differ from the F2000. Amazon affiliate link: https://amzn.to/3QF46AJ
Anker SOLIX C1000 Portable Power Station 1056Wh
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Official 1,056Wh expansion battery for the original C1000. Match the battery and expansion cable to your exact model. Amazon affiliate link: https://amzn.to/3Pf1yZA
Anker SOLIX BP1000 Expansion Battery, 1,056Wh
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The 51.2V, 100Ah battery shown in the capacity discussion. Added capacity does not establish a safe charging-power limit. Manufacturer affiliate option: temgot.com/products/48v-100ah-lifepo4-lithium-golf-cart-battery?ref=trickforthat Use code: SPY6OB...
TEMGO 48V 100Ah LiFePO4 Golf Cart Battery
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DC breaker associated with the cable-modification setup. Select protection appropriate to the wiring, battery and controller. Amazon affiliate link: https://amzn.to/4n25CZy
DIHOOL 40A Two-Pole DC Breaker
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Insulated connector used in the related expansion-cable modification. This listing is for one connector. Amazon affiliate link: https://amzn.to/4ueFiOm
Insulated 3-Port Cable Splice Connector 1/0-14 AWG
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8 AWG, 10-foot battery cable pair with 5/16-inch ring terminals, from the related setup resources. Confirm wire size, length and terminals for your installation. Amazon affiliate link: https://amzn.to/49ftPpB
iGreely 8 AWG Battery Cable 10ft UL
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The earlier cable-modification video referenced in the solar-expansion demonstration. Watch the full build and protection discussion before considering the modification. https://youtu.be/9fkLFjnaeo8
Anker SOLIX Expansion-Cable Modification: Full Video
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