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    <div class="moz-cite-prefix">Also consider the large industrial
      batteries such as the Trojan Industrial 2 v models, HUPs, IBE,
      etc.<br>
      They have longer cycle life, and therefore are a better deal in
      the long run.  Batteries are the weak link in off grid systems, so
      you want to really make sure you're getting the right battery, and
      the right size as well.<br>
      AGMs are great for GT, but not cost effective for larger off grid
      systems.  <br>
      Also reread previous threads on batteries, not everyone has been
      happy with the choices you list. <br>
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CTO, Solarray, Inc
Nabcep Certified PV Installer, 
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      On 1/18/2014 5:20 PM, Chris Mason wrote:<br>
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      <div dir="ltr">This is for an off-grid system.</div>
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        <div class="gmail_quote">On Sat, Jan 18, 2014 at 8:07 PM, Jerry
          Shafer <span dir="ltr"><<a moz-do-not-send="true"
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            <p dir="ltr">For for grid tie system l I would only use AGM
              weather it be interstate or rolls and amps per buck is
              better over time<br>
              Jerry</p>
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                <div class="h5">On Jan 18, 2014 3:16 PM, "Chris Mason"
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                    <div dir="ltr">We don't do a lot of off-grid systems
                      so I am short on experience with battery systems.
                      I have a 8KW Radian system for which I am
                      considering Rolls Surrette or Outback 200RE AGM
                      batteries. I know people like the Surrettes, what
                      is the experience with the outback battery
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