Electric cars Even without your own home solar, with petrol prices skyrocketing, the cost of travel for electric vehicles (EVs) is already dropping well below fuel economy. But if you’re generating more electricity than you can use on your solar system, you get a much better return on investment recharging your car compared to selling…
Read MoreVictron Easy Solar all-in-one power solutions Putting together a solar system, especially when you’re including batteries, can be a pretty complex task. Which is why we’re such big fans of the Victron Easy Solar range of products that take almost everything you need for a battery connected system and combine it into a single box.…
Read MoreChoosing your solar systemGrid-Connected vs Hybrid vs Off-Grid Introduction Choosing the right solar system can be a daunting task especially as the technology improves and new products hit the market, but the right system can save you big bucks or give you total independence. A key consideration is whether to go with the basic grid…
Read MoreVictron SHS 200 A quirky little product that came across the Marshall Solar and Energy desk recently is the Victron SHS 200 MPPT Solar Regulator. The SHS 200 combines a smart solar charger with a power distribution system and could be a perfect choice for very small off grid systems. The solar regulator can handle…
Read MoreBattery Installation rules overview NOTE: This is an introductory overview the Australian Standards AS 5139 which loosely covers home solar batteries. It is not intended to be a complete guide to the standards so do not rely solely on this document to determine your compliance. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you require any…
Read MoreOff Grid Package Off grid solar systems are increasingly popular and are a great option for people who live remotely or don’t want their lives ruled by the power companies. Which is why we’ve put together our introductory off-grid package to provide a complete setup for a small system, but as with all our products…
Read MoreDesigning your solar system layout While traditionally the ideal layout for panels has been North facing at an angle equal to the location’s latitude, dramatic decreases in panel costs over the last few years, as well as improvements in panel technology, means that a much greater variety in panel layouts can offer benefits to customers.…
Read MoreOver time even the best solar systems may suffer wear and tear or be impacted by changing surroundings. That’s why every solar system requires regular inspection and maintenance to ensure their continued safety and optimal performance. Using qualified electricians, these inspections use the Tasmanian Government Consumer, Building & Occupational Services (CBOS) inspection and maintenance checklist…
Read MoreThe overlooked star of a good solar installation is the solar racking – that is the aluminium rails and clamps that attach to your solar panels and secure them to your roof. Good solar racking needs to not just be able to withstand Tasmania’s occasionally wild weather to keep your panels safely secured for the…
Read More48 Hours of power usage from an on-grid solar and battery system using Delta Electronics’ BX6.3AC AC Coupled lithium battery. The video shows just how powerful AC Coupled batteries such as the BX6.3AC can be in offsetting consumption from the grid, as well as providing black out protection (as occurs in this video). AC Coupling…
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At Marshall Solar and Energy we have your entire solar requirements covered, whether your after a complete system, adding to an existing system, either DC or AC or maybe just feeling your way and want to see if Solar is the right choice for you.
