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		tails4e on Aug 30, 2024 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Can solar costs keep shrinking? And the Powerwall is also a ripoff vs many other options. 5kw battery module can be for for 1.2k, so 3 modules give 15kwh for under 5k

lacksconfidence on Aug 30, 2024 [–]

depends on the market. The 5kw options i was quoted were Enphase 5p batteries, average price from multiple installers was $5k per battery installed.

tails4e on Sept 1, 2024 | [–]

Compared to this, 15kwh for under 5k https://midlandbatteries.com/products/dyness-15kwh-dl5-0c-ba...

Needs an inverter though, but if you have solar you already should be ok

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