Re: [RE-wrenches] controllers

2014-02-20 Thread Ray Walters
I agree that middle point is tough. I actually still use PWM for small stuff, when I can find reasonably priced 12 v modules. I use the Blue Sky 30 amp PWM. I'm testing a Midnite Kid right now that will probably fit the bill. Also they're new Whizbang Jr can work with all their controllers an

Re: [RE-wrenches] controllers

2014-02-20 Thread Larry Crutcher, Starlight Solar Power Systems
Sold a few, 450 Watts max, non programmable, float voltage too high, equalization voltage too low. Larry On Feb 20, 2014, at 4:45 PM, RM You wrote: I see there’s a 30a Phocos that would handle a couple of 250 watt modules in series at about 38v VOC. Haven’t used them, anyone have experience w

Re: [RE-wrenches] controllers

2014-02-20 Thread RM You
I see there’s a 30a Phocos that would handle a couple of 250 watt modules in series at about 38v VOC. Haven’t used them, anyone have experience with Phocos? Ron On Feb 20, 2014, at 2:49 PM, RM You wrote: > Anybody have any recommendations for a 45a MPPT controller other than > Morningstar? I’

Re: [RE-wrenches] Trojan IND9-6V settings with Outback FX and Flexmax 60

2014-02-20 Thread jay peltz
HI Larry, Yep totally confusing about their overview information, and they are working on it to get it more clear. The specific spec sheets are accurate though. jay On Feb 20, 2014, at 3:49 PM, Larry Crutcher, Starlight Solar Power Systems wrote: > Hey Jay, > > What do you have that is diff

Re: [RE-wrenches] controllers

2014-02-20 Thread Larry Crutcher, Starlight Solar Power Systems
Hi Ron, I agree and share the frustration. I've been asking Rick at Blues Sky Energy for a few years to build an IPN network controller that can handle 100 volts input and 60 amps out. With the IPN Pro, the BSE controllers are the very best in battery monitoring and terminating charge based on

Re: [RE-wrenches] controllers

2014-02-20 Thread jay peltz
Have you looked at the new controller from Midnite, the KID, 30 amp. jay On Feb 20, 2014, at 3:49 PM, RM You wrote: > Anybody have any recommendations for a 45a MPPT controller other than > Morningstar? I’ve had absolutely miserable tech support from Morningstar so I > want to drop the line but

[RE-wrenches] controllers

2014-02-20 Thread RM You
Anybody have any recommendations for a 45a MPPT controller other than Morningstar? I’ve had absolutely miserable tech support from Morningstar so I want to drop the line but I need something that will handle 2 60 cell modules in the 250w range for off grid applications. I use a Blue Sky for sing

Re: [RE-wrenches] Bergey Excel 1 wind generator issues

2014-02-20 Thread b...@midnitesolar.com
Ryan had some good information to add here. boB Chris and others. I agree Bergey missed the mark by not advertising a Clipper upgrade. It will keep the investment safe as well as save wear and tear on the turbine. The Bergey however

[RE-wrenches] arc-fault location

2014-02-20 Thread Gordon Woodcock
Wrenches, Has anyone seen a good procedure or "best practice" for locating a series arc-fault (or any arc-fault)? If a solar PV installation truly has an arcing circuit that has been detected and interrupted, are there good methods for locating the fault other than visual inspection and hoping

[RE-wrenches] Looking for some help in Coronado, CA

2014-02-20 Thread Jason Andrade
Wrencehes, I have a grid tie install to do in the San Diego area and am looking for some assistance or some one that will rent me a panel hoist. Also does anyone know of a good solar hot water company to do an install in that area. Thanks Jason West Coast Sustainables Jason Andrade C-46# 9746

Re: [RE-wrenches] Project management tool

2014-02-20 Thread toddcory
take me off your spam list! On Thursday, February 20, 2014 5:37am, "Advanced Energy Solutions" said: Good day,I have the excitement of having many installations but at 12 ( and 2 of them 100kw) and more coming I am looking for a way to better manage projects. Do you have a pro

Re: [RE-wrenches] Trojan IND9-6V settings with Outback FX and Flexmax 60

2014-02-20 Thread jay peltz
HI Larry, I was very curious about your charge specs as they didn't agree with what I have. I have contacted Trojan and the specs you show below are for their "signature" line and not the IND line. The official word on max C rate is 10-13% of max battery capacity for IND line. The vpc voltages

Re: [RE-wrenches] Bergey Excel 1 wind generator issues

2014-02-20 Thread Chris Daum
Folks: While I am sure the Clipper would be the fix now, I would've really appreciated knowing that at the onset instead of having Bergey tell me (in a very slow fashion) that my customer's site must be too harsh, too much turbulence, or perhaps the bird's not furling as it should. It rather see

[RE-wrenches] Project management tool

2014-02-20 Thread Advanced Energy Solutions
Good day, I have the excitement of having many installations but at 12 ( and 2 of them 100kw) and more coming I am looking for a way to better manage projects. Do you have a program you would recommend for helping me manage projects? I am getting overwhelmed. -- Stay Energized, PEACE> Aur J Beck