The distance thing's key yeah. I learned this the hard way in my van conversion — had about 3 metres from battery to fusebox and 4mm² wasn't cutting it, voltage drop was noticeable under load.
Brilliant to have someone with proper credentials on board, @PanelSteve. The Midlands circuit work must've given you some serious stories — bet you've seen every dodgy installation imaginable...
Been looking at this properly for the first time now our grid's getting dodgier. Currently in a van conversion but planning a tiny house build in the next couple years, so want something that'll...
Decent setup! 4kW on a shed is proper serious. Guessing you're running the SmartSolar with a battery bank underneath? Those Renogy panels are solid — how are you finding them in winter though?
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