Solar powered air conditioner WORKS without the SUN!

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  • @MrRonaldck66
    @MrRonaldck66 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Very well explained excellent job! Thank you for all the info. I’ll definitely get one!

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

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  • @TheObserver567
    @TheObserver567 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Love it. Need to get one for my garage!

  • @PlumCrazyRob
    @PlumCrazyRob 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Hi Tad, enjoyed your video again as you explore and learn about the features on these. Someone said on last vid you dont have Wifi available (yet?) at the shed?? There are lots of additional features in the Wifi app, shows power blend stats and usage, you can schedule on/off times and so on. Thx! Great job on $50 discount code as well.

  • @danpresson
    @danpresson 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Awesome video

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Glad you enjoyed it

  • @brandonnorris927
    @brandonnorris927 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Great videos really like the updates ..

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      Excellent. I will keep them coming. Thank you so much for watching

  • @dammitbobby283
    @dammitbobby283 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +12

    Those DIY mini splits need to come with a short length of tube and then they can sell extensions that are charged. Almost every video on TH-cam has 10 feet of wasted tube coiled up outside which makes the system less efficient than it has to be.

    • @PlumCrazyRob
      @PlumCrazyRob 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      No kidding. 16 feet is too long for first floor and too short for 2nd floor.

    • @Chris-gy1hf
      @Chris-gy1hf 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      They do, but at the same time they can't keep 25 different length linesets. It doesn't make it less efficient, it's just a plain ugly eye sore. That's what I have against the precharged linesets, plus the connections are more prone to leak. Another thing, all units also have a min/max linesets length that they reguire.

    • @dammitbobby283
      @dammitbobby283 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@Chris-gy1hf No, it's less efficient because the entire coil length remains cold for AC, and the insulation doesn't fully cover the coil. Insulation is never 100% efficient either. An unnecessarily long coil length decreases system efficiency.

    • @thomascrabtree
      @thomascrabtree 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You're supposed to have a plumber or AC guy install it who will have his own copper tube slicer and blowtorch to weld the end joint on. Takes 10 seconds but you need two really specific and expensive tools that aren't worth it if you're setting up your own system.

    • @dammitbobby283
      @dammitbobby283 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@thomascrabtree no

  • @andyvitz
    @andyvitz 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    Just curious why you don't have solar on the 2 directions.North and South like you know, you need just a question.And then why did you just add some batteries to run thanothing during the night

  • @tommavrakos
    @tommavrakos 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Build a nicer looking shed.great video

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks, will do!

  • @HVACMAVERICK
    @HVACMAVERICK 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    @Taddydigest Love your videos! Thank you.
    Can you please explain to me the reason for the excess lineset coiled behind the unit?

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      there are quick connects and this is a diy install so the line sets are made to connect and not made to be cut and shortened

  • @Quentyn73
    @Quentyn73 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    That's a pretty revolutionary system. Do you expect it to explode into a widely used system any time soon?

    • @SgtJoeSmith
      @SgtJoeSmith 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      im getting 1

    • @jasonrico8558
      @jasonrico8558 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      I have 2 here in AZ where it makes the most sense to use the sun that is causing the heat to cool your house. It is great in the winter here too. To knock the chill off in the garage

  • @timcat1004
    @timcat1004 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Brutal

  • @transmotion23
    @transmotion23 5 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Can you explain what the inverter is for? During your installation video, it looked like you plugged the solar panels right to the condenser, without any extra inverter needed. In this video, you have one mounted to the wall, and it seemed like it’s part of the circuit somehow. I can see it’s what’s producing your 120v, some I’m guessing it’s a battery backup system, separate from the solar panel for the split, ya?

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yes, it is battery backup for the mini split
      I actually did an update video I posted the link in the description and in the comments go check it out

  • @larryclaus5625
    @larryclaus5625 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Hey Tad, you should let me come over and check it out!!! Pretty frickin cool!!

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Come on over

  • @mndough1
    @mndough1 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Question for you. Does the unit automatically restart after a loss of solar input, when running on dc only?
    Thank you sir. Fine work.

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  25 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      yes sir

    • @chrs1212
      @chrs1212 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @TaddyDigest That was my question too, because in the video it seemed as though you had to restart the system?

  • @detroitjohn4724
    @detroitjohn4724 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    what kind of spray foam in shed ? closed or open cell ? how thick ?

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      closed cell

  • @SgtJoeSmith
    @SgtJoeSmith 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I looked into this after stumbling on your other video yesterday. I was looking into creating a set up like this last summer for my shop before knowing those hybrid units existed to run direct from solar. I got a shop out back with 50 amps from 3 circuits going to it. 15a for lights, 20a for office outlets and office window ac. 20a for shop outlets which air compressor, car lift, hoist, fan and fridge are on but those are only powered occasionally except fan and fridge and 1 at a time. So I thought a mini split run on solar be perfect cause when i needed it would be like 11 am to 6m when panels generating most power. and it wouldnt over load my limited circuits.
    now my question is: the roof faces east and west but is a fairly gentle slope. Would the included panels be enough if all are on the west side? Or should i get an extra panel or 2 for the east side to help with late morning power to keep it on 100% solar?
    I guess you can use it as a heater too cause its basically a heat pump. running it in the winter on AC wouldnt be a big deal cause not using tools and stuff as much and would just want to keep the building above 40 at least when not using it to keep stuff from freezing.
    I was going to go with the 24k kit. the part that would be heated and cooled is something like 600sqft but 15 ft ceiling at peak and in the south i figured the extra cooling power would help cause we will be opening a 10 ft wide sliding door often to pull stuff in to work on.

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      The panels would not be enough just on that side. I would definitely get some extra panels. That way, they can face the West as the sun goes further to the West. That way, you can have the solar power powering the air conditioner for most of the entire day

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

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    • @SgtJoeSmith
      @SgtJoeSmith 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@TaddyDigest thanks. How heavy are the panels? The shop (built prior to me) has rough cut 2x4 probably douglas fir for the rafters 24' OC and spanning 14 feet at around a 4/12 pitch. I was already in the process of reinforcing it by adding 2x8s 16" OC. you can span 14 feet with 2x8s 16 OC for floor joists. But thats the max. Do you think the 10 new 2x8s with the 8 old 2x4s would be enough to hold the weight of the panels? Or should I go with 2x10s for that section? its a metal roof btw. with plywood under metal. Building is 40 or 50 years old but been renovated some over the years.

  • @aihf3063
    @aihf3063 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    How do you know how many panels you need and the size of each panel

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

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    • @aihf3063
      @aihf3063 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      This doesnt answer the Q brother

  • @pushplay4me
    @pushplay4me 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    When the sun goes down and the unit shuts off, does it retain all of its memory? Like Wi-Fi connection last temperature and mode for when the sun comes up the next day it just starts up and connects to Wi-Fi and starts running again. Or does it lose the whole set up and it have to be turned back on manually And reconnect to Wi-Fi.

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      It keeps going. It keeps its memory. It automatically switches over

    • @pushplay4me
      @pushplay4me 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@TaddyDigest right when connected to AC switch is over automatically I’m asking on solar only does it retain all memory and reconnect and start in the morning? I should have been more clear with my question.

    • @PlumCrazyRob
      @PlumCrazyRob 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Starts when sun comes up on Solar only (It's super cool to watch it "wake up" lol) Sometimes, though with clouds and obstructions low on the horizon it will shut off with the LP-Low Power. For Solar only get a maximum number of panels and it really works best with AC connected still.

    • @jasonrico8558
      @jasonrico8558 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      Yes they retain their settings. And reconnect to wifi when they get enough pv. I have 2 of these and only run them on pv for the most benefit the one in my 2 car garage will freeze you out even when it up to 110° outside in AZ my other one in the house does good to 100° to cool my 1500 sqf space then my main AC kicks on to help

  • @danpresson
    @danpresson 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Wondering if is there away to store power from solar power

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      yes

    • @jasonrico8558
      @jasonrico8558 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Yes they're called batteries. Lol but if you are asking for the excess power from the panels? It doesn't have a diverter or anything built in

  • @glennnisidio2813
    @glennnisidio2813 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    so you had 240 volts coming in from the panels, is there a charge controller anywhere, inline or in the unit ?

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      another great question I will find out

    • @PlumCrazyRob
      @PlumCrazyRob 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Solar MPPT is built in, you can pop the top and see it over on one side. Also Google Deye Solar and you can read more

    • @frostyfroze7352
      @frostyfroze7352 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      There is a mppt built into the outdoor unit, it’s located on top left side, the fan keeps it cool

    • @glennnisidio2813
      @glennnisidio2813 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks man! going to be getting a couple!

  • @LFTRnow
    @LFTRnow 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Thanks for answering my earlier question. It may not be obvious, but when you have it running off AC @10:10 and get 3.6A, it is likely drawing from both solar AND AC. I also found the manual for this, and it says on p3 that it can draw mostly DC power and the remainder as AC. You should have no need to ever manually switch power types as it will run from solar when (and however much) is available. Nice work!

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yes, absolutely. Correct, thank you so much. I'm glad that I was able to convey this in a way to where people can understand

    • @PlumCrazyRob
      @PlumCrazyRob 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Correct, and was just going to comment on this. You can tell both sources are available when you see the green solar panel and white plug on the indoor unit display. Color change to blue on plug display happens when you press the plug 🔌 icon on remote and limits AC as part of blend to 300W max (If there is NO Solar it still limits AC power to 300W max, what I do on my bedroom at night, and probably enough to also cool this shed at night)

    • @frostyfroze7352
      @frostyfroze7352 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I have 2 of them and with the fan on low it’s at 2.5amps on ac only, 4amps on hot days on low, 970w watts is the highest I’ve seen it running on max.

  • @fukashima6586
    @fukashima6586 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    What's with the coiled up lineset?

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      It had quick connectors on the end. And the line sets were already ready. To go, you don't have to vacuum

    • @fukashima6586
      @fukashima6586 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Won't those verticle loops in the suction line trap oil?

    • @jumpout4660
      @jumpout4660 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I'm still waiting on someone to answer that question I'm also confused because you had 250 watts coming in but it was running off of ac power

  • @TheEastCoastSensation
    @TheEastCoastSensation 7 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Hello Tad. Great job on the video. Hope you can help me on this question. I want to purchase this AC/Heater unit for my new shed.
    I wanted to hook up a 30 amp box inside then plug into a 30 plug.
    Want to run washer and gas dryer. This AC, 2 TV’s, ceiling fan and strip led lights.
    I was looking for a solar hook up to help of set the coast of the electric bill in this shed. What do you recommend? Thank you

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  7 วันที่ผ่านมา

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    • @TheEastCoastSensation
      @TheEastCoastSensation 7 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thank you for responding. I will reach out to them.

  • @kevinroberts781
    @kevinroberts781 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Can you over panel the unit?

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      That's a great question I don't know

    • @PlumCrazyRob
      @PlumCrazyRob 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Up to the 380V DC and 12A Isc limits. (There's some debate on the Isc limit, but I'm not personally testing it and fizzling my units lol)

    • @PlumCrazyRob
      @PlumCrazyRob 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      If you want to run Solar only, you do want to have as many panels as possible to run best. DO NOT CHEAP OUT ON PANELS FOR SOLAR ONLY!!! lol

    • @jumpout4660
      @jumpout4660 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      As per signature solar they told me if I'm running only panels to only put 3 panels or you will fry the unit but if you have a charge controller then it doesn't matter

  • @JonOffgrid
    @JonOffgrid 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    👍 cool ir runs on120 volts to the 220 ones are a pane

  • @russellkamp8923
    @russellkamp8923 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    So 71 is as cold as it gets?

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      No, it would get cooler but I didn't really let it run very long

  • @jimtedesco
    @jimtedesco 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    You already have batteries for 115 volt operation which I assume you have solar to recharge the batteries, so why spend the extra money on a solar powered mini split? I would just power a regular mini split off of the batteries and inverter.

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      This unit is just about the same price as a regular mini split. But it's already set up with the pv connectors. I would rather run my solar directly to the mini Split instead of running it to a battery And inverter

    • @jasonrico8558
      @jasonrico8558 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I have a bluetti ac 500 with 3 batteries at about 7g and it would struggle to keep up with this. Compared to just buying $600 in solar panels? It's a no brainer. The problem with power stations is they don't except high voltage panels most can only do 150voc max input

    • @jumpout4660
      @jumpout4660 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You only need 3 panels 370 watts each they cost $90 each

    • @vinster8884
      @vinster8884 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Efficiency is the word you're looking for.

  • @Just_An_Idea_For_Consideration
    @Just_An_Idea_For_Consideration 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    QUESTION: If you do not have ANY A/C (ie. completely OFF GRID), what happens when the Sun goes down?
    Then what happens when the sun comes up?
    Will it automatically turn on to last settings, once sun comes up in morning, (without Any A/C)?
    Really important info, because if it works and restarts completely off grid, I will be buying several of these!

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Excellent questions. Let me do a more detailed video

    • @Just_An_Idea_For_Consideration
      @Just_An_Idea_For_Consideration 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Much appreciated, Thanks!!!

    • @jumpout4660
      @jumpout4660 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You need batteries to run at night if you are off grid

    • @Just_An_Idea_For_Consideration
      @Just_An_Idea_For_Consideration 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I don’t care if it runs at night.
      I want it to start back up, on it’s own, to the prior settings, once sun becomes available the next morning.
      thx

    • @jumpout4660
      @jumpout4660 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You asked what happens when the sun goes down it shuts off and yes when the sun is out and has enough power it will come back on

  • @Mcsandwhich
    @Mcsandwhich 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    That is way overkill for a lawnmower shed.

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  16 วันที่ผ่านมา

      😄 🤣 😂 I am the overkill king

  • @fishycomics
    @fishycomics 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    to bad its not 220vac 110vac are just weak for me

    • @RayonWhittaker
      @RayonWhittaker 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      But they are also available in 220V

  • @martinsteflik1329
    @martinsteflik1329 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    You are risking damaging your mini split with those Hyperion 395w solar panels. That solar mini split calls for a ISC of PV less than 12A and those panels are ISC rated at 13.7A.

    • @PlumCrazyRob
      @PlumCrazyRob 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Good point! They are bifacials, too so Isc 17.24A at 25% backside. I guess we will find out whether the "12A" limit really is a thing! (I don't think it is, but not risking my units to try it lol)

    • @jasonrico8558
      @jasonrico8558 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Am I wrong to believe that amps are drawn? Not pushed? So basically it is just limiting it to a max of 12 A which lowers the watts?

    • @PlumCrazyRob
      @PlumCrazyRob 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ​@@jasonrico8558 No you're absolutely correct and I believe that's what will happen despite what the manufacturer published, which I think is a misunderstanding or mistranslation

  • @quickquote1568
    @quickquote1568 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Who cares.

    • @TaddyDigest
      @TaddyDigest  28 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      people that want to know
      ad if you don't
      then do not watch