There will be more to be learnt about getting the best out of various lithium cells as well - like not charging them to 100% if you do not need to.
I note that Tesla and others have the depth of cycle and the charge cut-off voltages programmable, and offer an 8 year warranty ( reference) mainly by only filling to ~ 80% and avoiding deep discharge.
It may be that in a few years time there is a market in 2nd hand vehicle battery packs with life left in them,
Mike.
In the longer term I agree, but in the near term I do not trust any type of lithium battery and would be most reluctant to have a large one indoors.
In the near term, lead acid are IMHO the best choice for off grid homes, and for standby purposes in homes with grid service.
There will be more to be learnt about getting the best out of various lithium cells as well - like not charging them to 100% if you do not need to.
I note that Tesla and others have the depth of cycle and the charge cut-off voltages programmable, and offer an 8 year warranty ( reference) mainly by only filling to ~ 80% and avoiding deep discharge.
It may be that in a few years time there is a market in 2nd hand vehicle battery packs with life left in them,
Mike.
In the longer term I agree, but in the near term I do not trust any type of lithium battery and would be most reluctant to have a large one indoors.
In the near term, lead acid are IMHO the best choice for off grid homes, and for standby purposes in homes with grid service.
