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What is the life on your batteries? I figured I would get a generator that would sustain all loads but the water heaters and HVAC
3 types.

Std, 5-10, year, set for 80% DOD, but 500-1000 cycles. Backup power, grid tied systems.

Nano-carbon, 30% more $, 50% DOD, 3000 cycles. 5-10 years life. Off-grid

LFP, 2.5 times more $, 20 years life, 7000-10000 cycles, 90% DOD, Off-grid.
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