Affiliate links to the 12kpv signaturesolar.com/eg4-12kpv/?ref=mpmddlkx6M9tPo Current Connected link to the inverter www.currentconnected.com/product/eg4-12kpv-48v-hybrid-all-in-one-inverter/?ref=xhJJBPDS

Great review. Tell EG4 I want an outdoor rated 6000XP next!

@GavinStoneDIY

4 күн бұрын

👀

@d.pollard5962

2 күн бұрын

@@thinde88 that is basically the 12kpv. It would cost that much with a 10 year warranty, and sealed for outdoor use. The cost would be close to or the same so not worth the build. Great idea though. The price point and features on the 6000xp is the why it is so awesome 😎

As a happy EG4 6000XP owner, I'd like to see a load/start comparison of 2 6000XP and this 12K. I'm one of those guys who will feed batteries rather than the grid.

@GavinStoneDIY

4 күн бұрын

That really wouldn’t be an apples to apples comparison. The output on this inverter is 8kw. 2 XP’s output 12kw. The 6000XP’s have a really robust surge capacity. But the 12kpv is definitely impressive when it comes to surges also.

This is a great sounding unit, and the price is a lot nicer than the 5k I am currently looking at. Hmmm, it might be changing my mind. Thanks for sharing, and as always, keep building 👍

@GavinStoneDIY

4 күн бұрын

It really just depends on how much power you need. The 18kpv does provide a lot more power when needed.

@ToddLarsen

4 күн бұрын

​@GavinStoneDIY I used your affiliate link to order a 12k, I hope they give you a good kickback 👍

@GavinStoneDIY

4 күн бұрын

@@ToddLarsen man I really appreciate that. It’ll be neat to see you making content with this inverter!

@ToddLarsen

4 күн бұрын

@GavinStoneDIY cnc plasma table, 3d printers, water heater, and a whole lot more. Air conditioning in the back 40, lol

Looks like a beast! I like that it's got the same features as the 18kPV just slimmed down.

@GavinStoneDIY

4 күн бұрын

Yeah. It’s an 18kpv with short legs.

Good job on the video, as always! And congrats on passing 20k subscribers!

@GavinStoneDIY

5 күн бұрын

Thanks. It’s all uphill from here!

Really cool video Gavin. Glad to see your channel growing.

@GavinStoneDIY

Күн бұрын

Thank you sir. You were one of the early subscribers. 😉

waoo!! nice well this will be my upgrade to my 6000xp if i decide to sell back to the grid. here in puerto rico the grid company is a mess thats why i have not considered to get a hybrid inverter. plus my 6000xp is working flawless 24/7 from day one. but got to say price range the 12k is a good option. like always excellent video my friend

@GavinStoneDIY

5 күн бұрын

Yeah if someone needed an inverter for net metering this would be a great option. It also has the grid features. Like you mentioned though, it’s hard to go wrong with a 6000xp for off grid uses.

@PRVRT1

4 күн бұрын

Im' in PR too. Running 24/7 on one 6000xp and got a second in parallel about a month ago. I f you decide not to sell to the grid it would be better to get a second 6000xp. Luma / grid will continue to get worse as people keep connecting to it for solar.

@ericnewton5720

2 күн бұрын

Stop voting democrats in puerto rico

Thanks for review this.....well done!

@GavinStoneDIY

5 күн бұрын

Thanks! I had a good time on this one

Very nice!

@GavinStoneDIY

5 күн бұрын

🙋🏻‍♂️

great job as always thank you...would LOVE to see a comparison to the NHX-10K...that NHX seems to be holding up pretty well from what I read on the forum, and the price is really good too...

@GavinStoneDIY

5 күн бұрын

Yeah the NHX has a bit more output power. But it lacks an AC coupling option. This inverter is way easier to wire up because of the wiring compartment space. Plus it has better line balancing and surge specs. Although the NHX is still cheaper. It probably depends on what someone needs out of the inverter.

@thedabbler2753

5 күн бұрын

@@GavinStoneDIYI’d be eager to see the comparison too. I learned the hard way about line balancing on a 3k unit which couldn’t handle an 1800W microwave or coffee maker so am curious how the NHX fares here.

@GavinStoneDIY

4 күн бұрын

@@thedabbler2753 the NHX could handle just over it’s rated output on a single line. But not for too long. I do like the multiple MPPT options on the NHX. You could have 4 arrays in different areas with that inverter.

@thedabbler2753

4 күн бұрын

@@GavinStoneDIY the multiple MPPTs is a major sell for me. Lots of shading here so I have three strings on the go at present. ps. I know this probably isn't the thread but if you have any data on how the NHX does with house lights flickering, or inductive loads. Maybe a future video when the EG4 fun dies down a bit ;)

@GavinStoneDIY

4 күн бұрын

@@thedabbler2753 I’ll be honest. I wish I still had it. It was just a loaner for a review. I had zero flickering lights. And it did better than I anticipated on inductive loads. It wouldn’t have the lengthy surge time of a Lux inverter, but it can keep that steady 10kw rating.

Nice unit. I really like how it pairs well with the wall mount batteries from EG4. If I needed grid interactive features this is what i'd go with as I don't need 18k level power. I love that it's dead quiet till over 6kW and a low idle consumption. Thanks for the review Gavin. Oh, can you clarify - can you run both a power pro and a bank of LLs rack batteries on one inverter via bus bar? Thanks.

@GavinStoneDIY

4 күн бұрын

Thanks! Yes you can run both. They’ll parallel and communicate together without an issue. I’ll try to show that in my next video on the 12kpv. They have the same BMS, so it works really well.

Nice! Great video as always. 👏🏻

@GavinStoneDIY

5 күн бұрын

Thanks man

with prices now out it would be better to get 2x 6000xp that can output 240V at 50A (12000 watts) and cost less for both.

@GavinStoneDIY

4 күн бұрын

For off grid it’s hard to beat the XP. And they do a fantastic jobs on surges also. But for people considering one standalone unit that has a waterproof rating, is quiet and runs smooth, this could be a good option.

@d.pollard5962

3 күн бұрын

@@GavinStoneDIYwith a closed system. No dust

@GavinStoneDIY

2 күн бұрын

@@d.pollard5962 yeah that’s a big factor.

Great video! One question, your LL batteries are paralleled to the indoor power pro batteries on the bus bar on the indoor power pro? and communication as well I'm assuming?

@GavinStoneDIY

4 күн бұрын

Exactly. Technically they are using the exact same BMS. I’ll try to show that in a follow up video.

@jerryguerrero4354

3 күн бұрын

@@GavinStoneDIY Thank You! I would appreciate it. I have 3 LL's and looking to purchase 1 indoor power pro , so I'm looking to do the same. Just want to make see how it's done before I pull the trigger. All Great videos, keep it up.

I...Like...It!!! I...Want...One!!!

@GavinStoneDIY

3 күн бұрын

They are nice machines for sure! I’ll be working on another video for it next week hopefully.

@2point..0

3 күн бұрын

@@GavinStoneDIY I will keep my eyes open for it, I am designing a different type of home and this 12KPV would be a great fit for it, form~fit~and funtion!!!

Another great video! Could you set it up 120/208 and check voltages on phase-to-phase and phase-to-neutral? We live on a condo (USA) we get 120/208 service from the grid.

@GavinStoneDIY

2 күн бұрын

208v? Wow

@carlossantini

2 күн бұрын

@@GavinStoneDIYhi, yes is oretty normal for condos and apartment complexes in the US. Could you set it to 120/208 and confirm if the voltages are in fact 120/208?

@GavinStoneDIY

2 күн бұрын

@@carlossantini sure. I’ll take a look this weekend if I get a chance.

Are you going to do a similar review of midnite's latest AIO?

@GavinStoneDIY

4 күн бұрын

I’m still pondering that. I’m looking forward to seeing more of Adam’s videos on it. And I may get one to stress test. They look really cool.

Gavin, this is what I need. Do you think two 6000xp would be more powerful utilizing 16k worth of PV? Two 6000xp would still be cheaper but at the expense of bit more idle consumption. I am really having a hard time deciding although my application is off grid.

@GavinStoneDIY

5 күн бұрын

2-xp’s vs 2-12kpvs?

@ianstephenson650

5 күн бұрын

@@GavinStoneDIY I am not sure what your answer is, should I buy 2 6000xp or 1 12kpv?

@GavinStoneDIY

4 күн бұрын

@@ianstephenson650 ahhh ok. I was just asking if you were considering 2 of each. It really depends on how much power youll need. The 2 6000xp’s will output 12,000 watts. And you’ll be limited to 8,000watts with the 12kpv. So things like water wells or larger electric appliances have to be taken into account. The 12kpv wouldn’t be able to utilize the entire 16k of solar. So that’s another factor. And then redundancy is something to ponder also. If one of your XP’s goes down for some reason you’ll still have power. If the 12kpv drops then you’d be out of power unless you have another backup. There is something to be said for both really.

I noticed the two communication cables seem to be (Labeled) specific. I am assuming they are labeled to either assist people with knowing the location to plug them in, or they are not standard Ethernet (T568A/T568B) terminated. Is one of the cables a crossover?

@GavinStoneDIY

2 күн бұрын

The parallel cables have a specific pinout. The battery communication cables are just cat6 cables I believe.

@markpartin8403

2 күн бұрын

@@GavinStoneDIY Hey thanks for the response ! I appreciate the information your channel provides.

It would be an interesting comparison vs Deye, apparently egyll is a better option.

@GavinStoneDIY

4 күн бұрын

The LL’s and Pro batteries are a better option in my opinion. Yeah this is obviously cheaper than a Solark 8k. I wish I had one on the wall to test them side by side.

Look like you combi Server Rack Batteries and Wall Mount Indoor Battery. Next video can you show me the batteries connection + Inverter Communication (RJ45) Thank you.

@GavinStoneDIY

5 күн бұрын

I’ll try to add that yeah.

@lucthien601

4 күн бұрын

@@GavinStoneDIY Thank you. I ask that because I have 4 Server Rack Batteries on my 6000EX love to update to 18K inverter and add Wall Mount Indoor Battery later.

@GavinStoneDIY

4 күн бұрын

@@lucthien601 yeah I’m still using the 18k for the house off grid. Still working fantastic