I Powered My House Using an EV Battery

🔋 BYD Atto 3 EV Battery + SolaX X3 8kW Inverter | Full DIY Guide

Full step-by-step guide showing how I connect a BYD Atto 3 EV battery to a SolaX X3 8kW solar inverter, including CAN communication, protection, and all the hardware you’ll need.

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🔧 Core Hardware Used in This Build (UK / EU)

Redispose Store – https://shop.redispo.se/batteryman

Stark CRM – https://shop.redispo.se/irlrr5
Stark Box Basic – https://shop.redispo.se/3lcbxf

DF Electric fuse holder 22×58 – https://shop.redispo.se/6oyi21
DF Electric gBat fuse 22×58 – https://shop.redispo.se/pzm7ha
DF Electric fuse holder 14×51 – https://shop.redispo.se/ilznsa
DF Electric gBat fuse 14×51 – https://shop.redispo.se/qwaoqy

Terminal block – https://shop.redispo.se/5ncwdf
DC isolator – https://shop.redispo.se/xo3z7f
Emergency stop (E-stop) – https://shop.redispo.se/wkjj2z
Nissan LEAF secondary HV cover – https://shop.redispo.se/m4haoj

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🧠 CAN & Communication Hardware (AliExpress)

LilyGo T-CAN485 – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c2xnFzhD
LilyGo T-2CAN – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3ccEq2f
BYD Atto 3 communication connector – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3ICMW95

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🔌 Cable Management & Enclosures (Amazon)

Cable glands 32 mm – https://amzn.to/45nMtKm
Cable glands 22 mm – https://amzn.to/4pVJike
10 mm solar cable glands – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oEQ…
5-module enclosure – https://amzn.to/45nMtKm
1 mm² cable (12 V wiring) – https://amzn.to/3YUiXs0
Fuse enclosure – https://amzn.to/49WJdHd
Fuse enclosure backplate (44615)
Cable ties – https://amzn.to/49EhE6w
Cat 6 cable (CAN / comms) – https://amzn.to/45phvBr
Ferrule crimp tool – https://amzn.to/3XhWaWC
Ferrules – https://amzn.to/3Xhe6AF
Inline fuse holders – https://amzn.to/3F4Dcfy
Screen - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c2vYlO9N
Screen cable - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3nvd84T


3d print LilyGo t2can and display holder - https://www.printables.com/model/1567398-lilygo-t2-can-display-din-rail-mount

Battery emulator project - https://github.com/dalathegreat/Battery-Emulator
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🔁 Battery Communication Connectors (Other EV Packs)

Stellantis eCMP connector – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3YSadph

Tesla X098 connector – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3AqlcWr
Tesla penthouse Torx socket (10EPR) – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4kPdu9d

GM battery connector – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c329tdSx
Nissan LEAF battery connector – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c43FITVh
Renault Zoe battery connector – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3F9biTv

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⚡ Energy & Grid Services (UK)

Octopus Energy – EV & battery-friendly tariffs
Split £100 when you sign up:
https://share.octopus.energy/crisp-pug-729

Axle Energy – earn up to £1 per kWh using your home battery
UK Virtual Power Plant (VPP):
https://vpp.axle.energy/landing/grid?ref=R-BVTSSYGC

Perfect for DIY EV batteries, Powerwall-style systems, and solar inverters.

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⚠️ Disclaimer

High-voltage systems are dangerous. This video is for educational purposes only. Always follow local electrical regulations and only work within your level of competence.