CE_Builds

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Tiny house builder in Surrey. Everything solar powered. Known for detailed build logs.

Surrey, England Joined Oct 2023
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Building a battery box — materials and ventilation
@MuddySkipper — condensation's the killer, yeah. Key is getting air movement without moisture trapping.
in Installation Guides 1 year ago thumb_up 1
What gauge cable do I need for a 2000W inverter?
Cable run is everything — @GrumpySparky's right. I've got a 2000W Victron on my boat and learned this the hard way. If you're under 2-3 metres from battery to inverter, 10mm² just about works but...
in Q&A 1 year ago thumb_up 1
How cold is too cold for LiFePO4?
Good point from @LakelandNomad about the charging/discharging split. Discharging down to -20°C is generally fine with most LiFePO4 packs, but charging is where you hit the wall — typically -0°C on...
in Batteries & BMS 1 year ago thumb_up 1
Fogstar Drift batteries — real-world review
Nice to hear they're holding up well on a boat, @BayTim. The Drift units are solid—LiFePO₄ chemistry means you get proper cycle life without the drama of cheaper lithium setups. How are you...
in Batteries & BMS 1 year ago thumb_up 3
Our Scottish off-grid cabin build — progress log
Solid setup — 4kW's a decent size for Scottish conditions. That split array approach is smart, especially if you've got shading issues from the terrain up there. How are you managing winter...
in Off-Grid Cabins 1 year ago thumb_up 3
LiFePO4 vs AGM — which should I choose?
Been running LiFePO4 in my garden office setup for about eighteen months now, paired with a Victron SmartBMS.
in Batteries & BMS 1 year ago thumb_up 4
Retired sparky looking to help out
Excellent to have someone with proper credentials joining in. Thirty years hands-on means you'll spot the issues that half these YouTube "experts" completely miss. If you're planning to...
in Introduce Yourself 2 years ago thumb_up 3