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December 23, 2022, 08:48:24 PM
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Hi,

I am thinking of investing about value equivalent to 1BTC at today's price 16.K in a dedicated solar power panels at my roof and use the energy produced for mining bitcoins.
If I buy second hand miners with 200TH hash power included in the package, how I would calculate time of investment return?



This is what I think as a former miner. There are several reasons why solar panels may not be a profitable option for mining cryptocurrencies. Here are 4 of my main reasons:

1. High upfront costs: Setting up a solar panel system can be expensive, as it requires the purchase of the panels, inverters, batteries, and other necessary equipment. These costs may not be recouped through mining profits, especially if the value of the cryptocurrency being mined decreases over time.

2. Limited efficiency: Solar panels are not always the most efficient way to generate electricity, especially when compared to traditional fossil fuel sources. This can make it difficult to generate enough electricity to support the high energy demands of cryptocurrency mining operations.

3. Variable electricity production: Solar panels are dependent on weather conditions and may not produce a consistent amount of electricity. This can make it difficult to predict and plan for the energy needs of a mining operation.

4. Regulatory challenges: In some areas, there may be regulatory challenges or restrictions on the use of solar panels for cryptocurrency mining, which could limit the feasibility of this approach.

Overall, while solar panels may be a more environmentally-friendly option for generating electricity, they may not always be the most cost-effective or efficient choice for cryptocurrency mining.
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December 24, 2022, 11:06:54 AM
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Hi,

I am thinking of investing about value equivalent to 1BTC at today's price 16.K in a dedicated solar power panels at my roof and use the energy produced for mining bitcoins.
If I buy second hand miners with 200TH hash power included in the package, how I would calculate time of investment return?


Your idea is fascinating and recommendable as its cost effective  using solar, but still this plan is going to demand lots of bucks from you ranging from the purchasing of solar panels (depending on how many) to it's installation cost, then it's maintenance as time goes on. Not that I pray for it but do you have a back up plan to this your investment should it not yeild returns much as you expect it to.
Don't fuse  your mind on calculating time of investment returns also calculate the opposite too, in that way you will be sturdy and ready for any outcome as it surface. Good luck with your investment!!

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December 24, 2022, 11:16:27 AM
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Hi,

I am thinking of investing about value equivalent to 1BTC at today's price 16.K in a dedicated solar power panels at my roof and use the energy produced for mining bitcoins.
If I buy second hand miners with 200TH hash power included in the package, how I would calculate time of investment return?


Your idea is fascinating and recommendable as its cost effective  using solar, but still this plan is going to demand lots of bucks from you ranging from the purchasing of solar panels (depending on how many) to it's installation cost, then it's maintenance as time goes on. Not that I pray for it but do you have a back up plan to this your investment should it not yeild returns much as you expect it to.
Don't fuse  your mind on calculating time of investment returns also calculate the opposite too, in that way you will be sturdy and ready for any outcome as it surface. Good luck with your investment!!

There had been a refute in the earlier reply about the effectiveness  and profitability of using solar system for mining.  Actually you can just read the reply above your post enumerating the negative of using solar as source of electricity.  I do agree that the upfron cost of solar panel is too expensive, plus it also depend on how efficient is the setup's energy storing capabilities.  Plus never factor out a possibility of disasters that can disrupt your mining operation.  The system breakdown and malfunction that can give you lots of headache.

Regardless, I still agree with other member that buying bitcoin at the current state of market is way more cheaper than starting up a mining farm.
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January 19, 2023, 06:14:19 AM
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Hi,

I am thinking of investing about value equivalent to 1BTC at today's price 16.K in a dedicated solar power panels at my roof and use the energy produced for mining bitcoins.
If I buy second hand miners with 200TH hash power included in the package, how I would calculate time of investment return?


Budget like 1 btc you want to invest on solar system, it seems very ricks.  Another thing you mentioned is that if the mining rigs you are looking to buy are old, there is a lot of trouble.  Old stuff has a very normal life cycle so mining with old stuff is more likely to result in losses rather than profits.  Because old things wear out more and the repair cost increases a lot.

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