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Plug-In Solar for Dummies: Kits, Batteries and Resources
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Products, full videos and tools from my complete plug-in solar beginner guide. Explore the kits, zero-export meters, batteries and solar panels discussed in the video, plus my savings calculator and follow-up demonstrations. Check the requirements fo...
 
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APsystems EZ1 plug-in microinverter. Use code THERESATRICKFORTHAT for $10 off.https://collabs.shop/fksrtf
APsystems EZ1 Plug-in Microinverter
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APmeter zero-export meter for the APsystems EZ1. Use code THERESATRICKFORTHAT for $10 off.https://collabs.shop/fuqpos
APsystems APmeter Zero Export for EZ1
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Mango Power S plug-in solar kit. Use code TRICK7OFF for 7% off the kit. Check your selected bundle for gateway inclusion.https://tidd.ly/4fPMCvN
Mango Power S Plug-In Solar Kit
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Craftstrom plug-in solar kits. Use code THERESATRICKFORTHAT for 5% off the 800 W Premium kit.https://craftstrom.com/shop/ref/2/
Craftstrom Plug-In Solar Kits
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Craftstrom NEC Smart Breaker. Use code THERESATRICKFORTHAT for 5% off.https://craftstrom.com/product/safety-gate-adapter/ref/2/
NEC Smart Breaker
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Craftstrom 1 kWh plug-in solar battery kit. Use code THERESATRICKFORTHAT for 5% off the 1 kWh kit.https://craftstrom.com/shop/ref/2/#battery-kits
Craftstrom 1 kWh Plug-In Solar Battery Kit
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EcoFlow STREAM plug-in solar microinverter. My STREAM battery-hack video is also included in this list.https://tidd.ly/3JMXE7k
EcoFlow STREAM Microinverter
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EcoFlow STREAM Ultra battery, discussed as a plug-in solar storage option. I have not personally tested this exact model.https://tidd.ly/4nfTjrB
EcoFlow STREAM Ultra Battery
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Hoymiles HMS-2000-4T-NA microinverter with AC trunk parts. DTU and export meter are sold separately. Use code THERESATRICKFORTHAT for $50 off this kit.https://www.themicroinverterstore.com/product/2000w-microinverter-and-accessories/350?category_id=D...
Hoymiles 2000 W Microinverter and AC Accessories
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Hoymiles DTU-Pro-S WiFi communication gateway for HMS microinverters. Use code THERESATRICKFORTHAT for $50 off an eligible order; tested on this gateway alone.https://www.themicroinverterstore.com/product/dtu-pro-s-wifi/208?cp=true&q=false&re...
Hoymiles DTU-Pro-S WiFi Gateway
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DTSU666 split-phase meter with two 250 A CT sensors for the compatible Hoymiles gateway and microinverter. Use code THERESATRICKFORTHAT for $50 off an eligible order; tested on this meter alone.https://www.themicroinverterstore.com/product/dtsu666new...
DTSU666 Split-Phase Meter with Two 250 A CT Sensors
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Portable solar panel stand legs. Choose the upper and lower set or the parts that match your setup.https://minutemansolar.com/product/portable-solar-panel-stand-legs/?ref=y6yfs
Minute Man Solar Portable Panel Stands
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Browse solar panels from Payoff Solar. The referral link applies TRICK5 for 5% off. https://payoffsolar.com/products?ref=TRICK5
Payoff Solar Panels
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Callsun 450 W bifacial panels, black-grid two-pack (900 W total). This is the black-grid alternative; the white-grid version is linked separately.https://amzn.to/4w6qkLR
Callsun 450 W Panels, Black Grid, 2-Pack
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Callsun 450 W bifacial panels, white-grid two-pack (900 W total). This is the white-grid version from my panel review.https://amzn.to/4wIhBiG
Callsun 450 W Panels, White Grid, 2-Pack
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My full comparison of six plug-in solar systems and what I would buy.https://youtu.be/Xz2d4krXhfE
I’ve Tested 6 Plug-In Solar Systems. Here’s What I’d Buy
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Full APsystems EZ1 and APmeter test.https://youtu.be/WLAot3TAZkc
APsystems EZ1 + APmeter: Plug-In Solar Tested
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My Mango Power S gateway and zero-export test.https://youtu.be/gfYUCTNA2I8
Plug-In Solar Just Became Possible Almost EVERYWHERE - Mango Power S
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My DIY 240 V plug-in solar build.https://youtu.be/C1ExTBENRbw
I Built 240V Plug-In Solar to ZERO OUT My Power Bill!
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Full step-by-step 240 V plug-in solar and battery wiring guide, including the breaker panel and zero export.https://youtu.be/jN8ajLWP_YU
How To Wire 240V Plug-In Solar + Battery (Full Step-By-Step Guide)
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My Craftstrom battery-storage hack demonstration. Match the equipment and settings in the full video before using this approach.https://youtu.be/2KjfZpPuvHc
The ULTIMATE Craftstrom Solar Trick: 2x Your Savings Overnight!
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My EcoFlow battery-storage hack, including equipment and settings.https://youtu.be/seHRocEz7pA
My EcoFlow Plug-In Solar Battery Hack
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Six months of my Craftstrom production, savings and payback results.https://youtu.be/5JQKUQZOMmg
How Much Does Plug-In Solar ACTUALLY Save? [6 Months of REAL Data]
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The full discussion behind the solar-panel pricing bonus tip.https://youtu.be/lEf5LTBWJvU
This Law Could TRIPLE Solar Prices. I Bought 36 Panels
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My Plug-In Solar Playbook and Interactive Savings Calculator. Estimate costs and savings using your own electricity rates, equipment and assumptions.https://ko-fi.com/s/f604020e0f
The Plug-In Solar Playbook + Interactive Savings Calculator - There's A Trick For That's Ko-fi Shop
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Browse all of my plug-in solar tests, builds and follow-ups.https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-2uuHDasQcpYK6Gwr3jWb_oNBDt4IKwK
Plug-In Solar Videos
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My deeper explanation of 120 V split-phase wiring, separate systems on each leg, and the wiring mistake to avoid.https://youtu.be/Yl5JToHZjNY
Do NOT Wire Plug-In Solar This Way (It Will Blow Up)
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My experiment adding battery storage to the Mango plug-in solar setup.https://youtu.be/KOMu2T8BJYM
My Mango Plug-In Solar Battery Test
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