[powell]

I’m completely new to solar and trying to understand how to build a small system for home backup. Planning to start with one panel and expand later if needed. What kind of battery and inverter combo would work best?

[emrans]

In one local energy workshop, people shared that pairing a 300 watt solar panel with a 100Ah lithium battery gives an ideal entry-level system. It stores enough energy to power routers, emergency lights, and phone chargers overnight. They emphasized using an MPPT controller for better efficiency, especially in shaded areas. Starting with that setup helps you learn solar basics before scaling up — cost-effective, reliable, and beginner-friendly.

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