Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback Mate3SL = no web monitor due to a chip shortage

2023-07-12 Thread Nick A Lucchese via RE-wrenches
Just ordered one so I’m quite certain they are starting to be available again. That’s what I believe to be the case with Zonna anyway. Additionally, I was told by an Outback technician a couple months ago that once the supply chain issues are dealt with they will upgrade any of the Lite versions

Re: [RE-wrenches] Roof-mounted j-box

2023-07-12 Thread Kristopher Schmid via RE-wrenches
On exposed fastener metal, I have had good results with a cord grip connector through the roof to a 4 square metal junction box flat up against the bottom of the metal roof panel in the attic. Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 137 West 1st Avenue Luck, WI 54853 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4

[RE-wrenches] Outback Mate3SL = no web monitor due to a chip shortage

2023-07-12 Thread Mick Abraham via RE-wrenches
Hi, Mechanix~ Is the Mate3S in short supply for mid to late 2023? I see there's a "Lite" version with no internet capability--but are enough projects buying the Lite so those who want the full version can still get it from inventory? Thanks in advance; the Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, P

Re: [RE-wrenches] Roof-mounted j-box

2023-07-12 Thread Jason Szumlanski via RE-wrenches
I can't speak to longevity since it just came out, but EZ Solar just came out with a pretty interesting rail-mounted j-box option that clamps to the rails with hose clamps. It sounds strange at first, but in practice I found the samples to work very well. Check out their JB-3 model. https://ezsola

[RE-wrenches] Roof-mounted j-box

2023-07-12 Thread Rebecca Lundberg via RE-wrenches
What's currently your best long-lasting and safe solution/product(s) for transitioning from PV wire to wire in conduit on a residential pitched roof? The system I have in mind is on a 6/12 metal roof, in case that matters. Thanks in advance! Rebecca Lundberg ___

Re: [RE-wrenches] Cell Cracks

2023-07-12 Thread Brian Mehalic via RE-wrenches
I had the same experience as the older post you referenced with these mods on 2 MW system. Lots of burn marks and shattered glass, located at the edges of cells. And under thermal imaging there were clearly lots of issues, including ones that hadn’t (yet) manifested themselves to the naked eye. The

Re: [RE-wrenches] Cell Cracks

2023-07-12 Thread Jason Szumlanski via RE-wrenches
I was searching the forums for information on Peimar modules and this is all that came up. Does anyone have any experience with recently produced PERC modules from them? They are being offered through my distribution network at an attractive price, but I am a bit skeptical. Jason Szumlanski On