Re: [RE-wrenches] PV watts question

2025-01-27 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
If anything, I'd be surprised that a 1.2 ratio is better than a 1.0 ratio. Although, maybe the fact that an inverter is generally more efficient when loaded closer to its rating compensates for some of the clipping with a higher DC to AC ratio. On Mon, Jan 27, 2025, 4:04 PM Rebekah Hren via RE-wre

[RE-wrenches] Solar Edge system not working after Tesla installation

2025-01-23 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
whether there are any programming nuances that might affect the AC coupling? Or anything else that I maybe should be looking for when troubleshooting this one? Thanks! -Dave -- [image: Logo] <https://www.sungineersolar.com/> Dave Tedeyan, P.E. Owner | Sungineer Solar p: he | him | his a

[RE-wrenches] Sunpower monitoring down?

2025-01-23 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
Hi All, At the moment, I cannot seem to be able to get into any of the Sunpower monitoring sites. mySunpower app seems to work on my phone at the moment, but not on the computer. Does anyone know if this is permanent, or whether there is some other hidden way to view the data? Cheers, Dave

Re: [RE-wrenches] IQ8: Envoy needed for California installations

2025-01-21 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
might have to do with this, but I am in NY. The IQ8 standard grid settings are compliant with UL1741-SB as well. Cheers, Dave On Mon, Jan 20, 2025 at 8:35 PM William Miller via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > Friends: > > > > Will the Enphase IQ8 ope

Re: [RE-wrenches] Portable Home Back-Ups

2025-01-20 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
themselves if they want to buy a battery system off of amazon. If they want something more reliable and proven, I will install a proper system for them, but it will certainly cost a lot more. Cheers, Dave On Mon, Jan 20, 2025 at 3:48 PM Michael Morningstar via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback radian inverter with FM 100 ground fault

2025-01-20 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
ction of the array may give a quick answer. Cheers, Dave On Sun, Jan 19, 2025 at 3:29 PM jay via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > HI Kent, > > Thanks for that info. > Makes sense > > jay > > On Jan 19, 2025, at 12:47 PM, Kent via R

Re: [RE-wrenches] PG&E NEM3.0

2025-01-14 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
pretty easy with self consumption these days, even in California. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [3] [2] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2025-01-13 5:00 pm, William Miller via RE-wrenches wrote:

Re: [RE-wrenches] Seeking Advice on LG Solar Panel RMA Process

2024-12-23 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
is the email signature, which has the same phone number it looks like you used: Solar Support LG Electronics Alabama, Inc. 201 James Record Road | Huntsville, AL 35824 t: 888-865-3026 Option 4 Good luck! Cheers, Dave On Mon, Dec 23, 2024, 12:41 PM Lou Russo via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists

Re: [RE-wrenches] PowerWall 3 in an off-grid system?

2024-12-21 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
No warranty is no warranty. Would love it if Elon would go offgrid. The model 3 is almost there. I did build an xw into a powerwall with bad electronics. It is still running. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-

[RE-wrenches] Silent mode

2024-12-16 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Heard that boB Gudgel passed! Rest in peace old friend! Will raise one tonight ! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 Links: -- [1] http://members.sti.net/o

Re: [RE-wrenches] Panel installation in snow country 0.02

2024-12-09 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Agree and I only turn on the vertical axis for snow season. For Offgrid the vertical axis is really not needed except for snow in my opinion. Cheers! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [5]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [6] [5] e-mail offgridso...@sti.n

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sunny Portal

2024-12-03 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
As of a couple weeks ago, when you try to login, you should get redirected to sign up for an SMA ID. You need to go through this to log on to the SMA websites. Cheers, Dave On Tue, Dec 3, 2024, 5:45 AM david quattro via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > SMA m

Re: [RE-wrenches] Frozen LPF batteries - damaged or salvageable?

2024-11-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Hey Kevin, Think the op and storage Temps are mixed up? Even so, pretty cold, even for electronics 😉 Bill in advance on this one ! The all in one's are hard to warm up to but... Good Luck! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridso

Re: [RE-wrenches] SunPower Warranty and Monitoring

2024-11-14 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
Hi August, That is good to know, thanks. These are almost all E20-237 panels with Yukita junction boxes on them. Cheers, Dave On Thu, Nov 14, 2024 at 2:59 PM August Goers wrote: > Hi Dave - > > What are the part numbers of the modules having the problem? Maxeon is > warrantin

Re: [RE-wrenches] SunPower Warranty and Monitoring

2024-11-14 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
hese on site to see if that helps with the arc fault problems. Cheers, Dave On Mon, Sep 30, 2024 at 4:50 PM August Goers wrote: > Hi Dave - > > Thanks for following up on this. I spoke with Parker in the sales > department just last Friday 9/27. I explained that I had heard tha

Re: [RE-wrenches] XWPro and SCP

2024-11-11 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
As long as you use the default grid config this is fine and as long as you do not need the advanced modes for LFP. If you need to change to IEEE , (offgrid) you need the gateway. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/

Re: [RE-wrenches] XWPro and SCP

2024-11-11 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Is this a new (not installed) or existing XW pro? Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-11-11 2:22 pm, jay via RE-wrenches wrote: I know this has been discuss

Re: [RE-wrenches] OB Charging/Comms Issues

2024-11-08 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Sounds like a basic generator issue. Use another gen for test ! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-11-08 12:42 pm, Chris Sparadeo via RE-wrenches wrote: He

Re: [RE-wrenches] [EXTERNAL] 208V residential service

2024-11-08 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
verters max out at about 10w less than rated power. It is not often that products exceed expectations and do better than the printed specs! Cheers, Dave On Mon, Oct 21, 2024 at 1:03 PM White, Will wrote: > I've seen this issue with a condo building. A competitor had installed a > set

Re: [RE-wrenches] Overpowered mppt landing in a SMA-41?

2024-10-21 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
ittle bit of clipping on high power days, but it works just fine. Cheers, Dave On Sat, Oct 19, 2024 at 9:15 PM Bill Battagin via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > Hey folks, > > A customer I installed a system for 18 years ago now wants > an

Re: [RE-wrenches] 208V residential service

2024-10-18 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
s the limit? Say the system runs at 208V instead of 240V, will the microinverters just put out less max power, or will they continue to put out 349w in the right conditions which would be 1.68a at 208v? Cheers, Dave On Thu, Oct 17, 2024 at 11:21 PM Jerry Shafer via RE-wrenches < re-wrenche

[RE-wrenches] 208V residential service

2024-10-17 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
ity was open to changing it to 240V. Cheers, Dave -- [image: Logo] <https://www.sungineersolar.com/> Dave Tedeyan, P.E. Owner | Sungineer Solar p: he | him | his a: 1653 Slaterville Rd. | Ithaca, NY 14850 w: www.sungineersolar.com <http://www.sungineersolar

Re: [RE-wrenches] All-In-Ones / Sol-Ark fail

2024-10-10 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
Yikes! I cannot speak to the AIO's in general. However, I do still always install some sort of inverter bypass in battery based systems. Then in case of a failure like this you can at least continue to power the house off the generator as long as someone is there to throw the switch. Cheers,

Re: [RE-wrenches] sol ark battery

2024-10-10 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
Also, does anyone know the warranty period for those Powerflo batteries? I see a number of cycles specified, but not a number of years. Cheers, Dave On Thu, Oct 10, 2024 at 4:17 PM jay via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > HI Michael, > > Thats good ne

Re: [RE-wrenches] UL3741

2024-10-08 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
ld be curious to hear if others have and whether they like it. Cheers, Dave On Tue, Oct 8, 2024 at 3:01 PM Lou Russo via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > Hello Wrenches, > > We are researching UL3741 and NEC2020s Photovoltaic Hazard Control > System. Wheth

Re: [RE-wrenches] Lead acid batteries taking too much current

2024-10-07 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
lets you set a power and voltage (or SOC) limit for charging during these times. Supposedly this will cut the generator off when it reaches this limit, rather than waiting until its own calculated time to stop. Cheers, Dave On Fri, Oct 4, 2024 at 12:29 PM Eric Smiley via RE-wrenches < re-wrenc

Re: [RE-wrenches] Lead acid batteries taking too much current

2024-10-04 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
just corrected me on this though, as he mentioned it is actually 2%. Cheers, Dave On Fri, Oct 4, 2024 at 11:01 AM Jay wrote: > Hi Dave > > I bet there is no way to install a temp sensor? > > Question about the 7 hrs absorb time. Where did you come up with that > figure. > >

[RE-wrenches] Lead acid batteries taking too much current

2024-10-04 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
like to be able to start an EQ cycle and also start the generator to give a good top off. It seems that you can choose the EQ frequency, but you don't know exactly when it will try to EQ. Thanks in advance! Cheers, Dave -- [image: Logo] <https://www.sungineersolar.com/> Dave Tedeyan,

Re: [RE-wrenches] SunPower Warranty and Monitoring

2024-09-30 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
u are adding Enphase to an existing Sunpower system, you might be able to get one of the specially programmed Gateways from the beginning. Those will be able to monitor both the Enphase and the Sunpower equipment. Cheers, Dave On Fri, Sep 27, 2024 at 8:05 PM Dave Tedeyan wrote: > Hi August, >

Re: [RE-wrenches] SunPower Warranty and Monitoring

2024-09-27 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
reprogramming. Being that you got told conflicting information, I am going to call them back next week and see if I cannot get a definitive answer. I'll update you all here afterwards. Cheers, Dave On Fri, Sep 27, 2024, 7:04 PM August Goers via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.or

Re: [RE-wrenches] SunPower Warranty and Monitoring

2024-09-27 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
he system, they can provide warranty support. People should call Enphase at 510-945-6752 in order to get the process started. Cheers, Dave On Tue, Sep 3, 2024, 11:56 AM Corey Shalanski via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > Jason, > > Perhaps you also

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase excess solar for IQ system controller

2024-09-26 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
s of issues. Cheers, Dave On Wed, Sep 25, 2024 at 5:15 PM Jason Szumlanski < ja...@floridasolardesigngroup.com> wrote: > With IQ8 series microinverters, there is an absolute limit of 64A > connected to the IQ Combiner input lugs of the System Controller. The DER > port is not for

[RE-wrenches] Enphase excess solar for IQ system controller

2024-09-25 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
ey may not have completely understood the situation. This is the answer that I wanted, but I am not sure I trust it yet. Has anyone here tried something similar to this? Thanks! -Dave -- [image: Logo] <https://www.sungineersolar.com/> Dave Tedeyan, P.E. Owner | Sungineer Solar p: he | h

Re: [RE-wrenches] favortie micro inverters?

2024-09-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
I am with Chris except I might put them on a barn roof ! Never a residence and never Offgrid ! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [3]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [4] [3] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-09-24 10:16 am, Chris

Re: [RE-wrenches] Blue Planet Energy

2024-09-16 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
weeks later, I did get a message from Jody on the original question that I had, but after following up, I have not heard anything since. Cheers, Dave On Mon, Sep 16, 2024 at 2:37 PM Howie Michaelson via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > Not surprising given thei

Re: [RE-wrenches] Powerwall 3

2024-09-10 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
I hear 3 still can't use a generator from youtube. Pretty cool other than that. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-09-10 4:37 pm, Jason Szumlanski v

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress Shutdown?

2024-08-27 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
days, especially with a 48V BMS. Tempting the demons! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-08-27 4:19 pm, Maverick Brown via RE-wrenches wrote: Ray I thin

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress Shutdown?

2024-08-27 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
reefers are often full of spoils that smells never go away. YUK ! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-08-27 1:02 pm, Ray Walters via RE-wrenches wrote: Greetin

[RE-wrenches] Print Pro Solar labels

2024-08-23 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
. Their website does look legit. I am just curious if anyone has used them before. Thanks! -Dave -- [image: Logo] <https://www.sungineersolar.com/> Dave Tedeyan, P.E. Owner | Sungineer Solar p: he | him | his a: 1653 Slaterville Rd. | Ithaca, NY 14850 w: www.sungineersolar.com

Re: [RE-wrenches] discover lithium warranty issues.

2024-08-19 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
evening! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-08-19 2:47 pm, Luke Christy via RE-wrenches wrote: Dave- following up on this- Point taken- but I still reserve

Re: [RE-wrenches] OB Radian / FM60 grid tie mystery

2024-08-18 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
You are all the Outaback wrenches but with Schneider before you reset the defaults, you should just do a complete DC power down. Just in case it is a stuck bit in config. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [3] [2] e-

Re: [RE-wrenches] Portable systems

2024-08-17 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Some of these even have the 240 receptacle to plug into a 30A home dryer receptacle for hurricane connection. Get the HV solar mppt built-in option and a some panels and you are set for the 30% tax credit. Might not need a wrench someday 😉 Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where power

Re: [RE-wrenches] discover lithium warranty issues.

2024-08-15 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Being from Manufacturing I just disagree that warranty should pass on to a different owner. (Unless in writing) Too much chance for failure with a new owner. We do want these folks to stay in business right? Batteries are hard enough in residential when doing everything correct. Dave

Re: [RE-wrenches] discover lithium warranty issues.

2024-08-15 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
What is a POP Jay? I assume the customer did not fill out the warranty info when new? Big mistake on something with a 10 year warranty. With all of the used junk on ebay/Amazon why would you not be difficult? Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't&qu

[RE-wrenches] small battery on 208V three phase

2024-08-15 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
tion if it wont work. Or, if anyone has other equipment suggestions, I am open to that too. Thanks! -Dave -- [image: Logo] <https://www.sungineersolar.com/> Dave Tedeyan, P.E. Owner | Sungineer Solar p: he | him | his a: 1653 Slaterville Rd. | Ithaca, NY 14850 w: www.sun

[RE-wrenches] ESS and generator install in Concord, MA

2024-08-08 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
Hi All, Is anyone interested in, or can recommend someone, for an ESS and generator installation in Concord MA? It is not a good site for solar, and they are grid connected. If so, please contact me off list at d...@sungineersolar.com . Cheers, Dave -- [image: Logo] <ht

[RE-wrenches] vent fan with Sol-Ark

2024-08-08 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
Or a different way to actively vent a battery box? I prefer to not have a DC draw that does not go through the inverter if possible. Cheers, Dave -- [image: Logo] <https://www.sungineersolar.com/> Dave Tedeyan, P.E. Owner | Sungineer Solar p: he | him | his a: 1653 Slaterville Rd. | Ithaca,

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sunpower connectors

2024-08-01 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
all or the WallStreet longer than 2024. Better get your parts soon😉 Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-08-01 9:13 am, Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches wrote: Ev

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sunpower connectors

2024-08-01 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
boxes. Sunpower is having contractors cut out the diodes and install an external diode per module. The issues related to this have popped up a lot in the past few years, even though the modules were installed roughly around 2015-2018. Cheers, Dave On Thu, Aug 1, 2024 at 12:04 PM Evan M via RE

Re: [RE-wrenches] KiloVault Issues

2024-07-30 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Another one bites the dust ! From Google. As of March 2024, KiloVault, a solar energy storage company, is no longer in business. "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [3] [2] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-07-30 10:55 am, Chris Daum via RE-w

Re: [RE-wrenches] Mate 3 firmware updates

2024-07-19 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=outback+mate3s Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-07-19 4:18 pm, Jim Gowdy via RE-wrenches wrote: I'm somew

Re: [RE-wrenches] Another Mate 3 programming issues

2024-07-19 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
MX60 was not networked which was the reason I stopped using them and went to Xantrex around 2005. Not surprised that you could not change MX60 settings on mate. Long time ago... Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/

Re: [RE-wrenches] AES RACK MOUNT

2024-07-17 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
d not compare with EG4 as I do not know who is the deep pocket there with them and they are new on the scene. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-07-17 5:58 am,

Re: [RE-wrenches] Ideas and help please. Solar Edge nightmare

2024-07-10 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
You are talking about the LG RESU10 H right? Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-07-10 3:20 pm, Peter Giroux via RE-wrenches wrote: Hi my fellow wrenchers,

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress LFP batteries and Outback charge controller

2024-06-30 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
You and the client lose the ability to monitor it all in one place do you not? Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-06-29 4:48 pm, Kirk Herander via RE-wrench

[RE-wrenches] Looking for Powerewall installer for central California

2024-06-26 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Any wrenches installing the powerwall 3 in central Cali ? https://www.tesla.com/support/energy/powerwall/learn/what-expect-powerwall-3 Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 8

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback app

2024-06-17 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Is this referring to the Android or iOS app? They appear to be dead horses. Optics is functional via a web browser. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-06-17 2

Re: [RE-wrenches] Dual battery bank switch for 48 VDC system

2024-06-15 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
takes that out and is much easier to understand. I did the 250s a few times and it worked well, is not inexpensive, and was legal for Home Insurance. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net t

Re: [RE-wrenches] Xantrex XW6048 HOT!

2024-06-13 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
120. https://solar.se.com/us/en/discontinued-products/ Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-06-13 2:22 pm, Jason Szumlanski via RE-wrenches wrote: Yes, I check

Re: [RE-wrenches] Xantrex XW6048 HOT!

2024-06-13 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Disco 250A breaker on bad XW and remove its xanbus RJ45. Assume the bad one is not the master? Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-06-13 8:01 am, Jason Sz

Re: [RE-wrenches] Xantrex XW6048 HOT!

2024-06-13 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
killing electronics and the need of cooling down your way. Good Luck! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-06-13 8:26 am, Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-

Re: [RE-wrenches] Two Outback Radian 8048 fails in same week..what is likely wrong in 7+ year inverters?

2024-06-10 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Arrhenius equation, which can be used to compare damage that accumulates over time at different temperatures. In troubleshooting a very rare failure in XW that sounds like yours, look for little black chunks of Mosfet chips in the power section. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sol-Ark Support

2024-06-05 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
it is no longer a conspiracy? 😉😎 Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [3] [2] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-06-05 11:13 am, Lloyd Hoffstatter via RE-wrenches wrote: Hi Howie, Text from FB user S

Re: [RE-wrenches] How many times can a rafter have a lag screw put in and out before it is no longer structurally sound? Some roofs getting their 3rd set of new shingles

2024-05-30 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Scott, For liability you might want a before and after inspection by a really top inspector that you trust. I would also ask your insurance for guidance. My insurance is always telling me that going out of business is the typical last straw for roofers. Build a solar pergola😉 Dave

Re: [RE-wrenches] Simpliphi Phi 3.8 48V Case Color

2024-05-29 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
All I can add is get the closed loop version with electronics that can interface. It is a huge improvement over open loop. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 202

Re: [RE-wrenches] NOS SMA-41

2024-05-28 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
John, Just an FYI, the new SBSE inverters are available in the up to 7.7kw models. I believe the SPS is possible with them right now, but the more involved backup options are not yet available. Cheers, Dave On Tue, May 28, 2024 at 1:50 PM John Blittersdorf via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists

Re: [RE-wrenches] Discover AES exposion

2024-05-28 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Hey Michael, I heard that it was a pretty small shed, can you comment on that please. Good luck on the trouble shooting. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 202

Re: [RE-wrenches] Water system with Grundfos SQFlex

2024-05-26 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Hey Brad, Sometimes shooting is best if you tell more on what you have done so far like using the SQF shooting guide, especially on a holiday weekend😉 Assume there is a CU200 controller and pump is in ground still, must be with 100ft head, sorry No high amps? It runs, How old? --Dave Dave

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback Tech Support

2024-05-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-05-24 3:58 pm, jay via RE-wrenches wrote: Hi Drake, What it says to me is that they either fired everyone or said move

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback Tech Support

2024-05-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
and an address in Isreal right now, beware! I know very little about roof mounted electronics because I do not go on roofs. I totally get it that most here do. I still have my rights I think! FRIDAY ! Stay Safe ! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't&qu

Re: [RE-wrenches] I know you've all said, "I told you so..." SolarEdge...

2024-05-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Well to me the final, final straw is their stock price losing 2/3 its value in a year. I tell all of my clients if you ever have to do roof solar, you should use a central inverter and not ever put electronics on a roof. Bad enough to put solar panels up there! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] Primo with tigos Arc fault issue

2024-05-24 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
This winter we were fixing up a system with a fronius primo inverter and adding rapid shutdown. Fronius very much recommended against using Tigo. They recommended we use Fire Raptors. They have been working fine. Cheers, Dave On Thu, May 23, 2024, 8:27 PM Chris Sparadeo via RE-wrenches <

Re: [RE-wrenches] Optics

2024-05-21 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
by vincjwan [14] » Mon May 20, 2024 10:49 pm it's back online but without Graph and historic data Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [5]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [6] [5] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-05-21 7:32

Re: [RE-wrenches] Optics

2024-05-21 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Anyone who fixes Outback's inability to run closed loop would be great. I think I have seen Outback claim it was coming soon for 5 years now. Hopefully they can get Optics up soon for my 3 clients. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [8]https://o

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback:

2024-05-20 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
conspiracy thread going if it is a slow Monday. https://forum.outbackpower.com/viewtopic.php?t=18704&start=25 Good info also on using WattPlott earlier in the thread. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [3] [2] e-mail offgri

Re: [RE-wrenches] Optics

2024-05-19 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
g any inventory. Repair by scavenging was the only way. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 Links: -- [1] http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ [2] https

Re: [RE-wrenches] Optics

2024-05-19 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
s going on is an understatement. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [3]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [4] [3] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-05-19 10:51 am, Lou Russo via RE-wrenches wrote: I started poking through EnerSys's (Th

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress Avalon

2024-05-15 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
failures of the LG hi voltage batteries. There is no way to replace the battery without waiting for Fortress to help. With 48v, I can go to Costco or Walmart and build a temporary 48v bank in 3 hours. Pretty simple requirement that I have. Especially in this world! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress Avalon

2024-05-14 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Huge mistake to me to use high voltage battery. I am biased for offgrid. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-05-14 5:28 pm, Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches wrote:

Re: [RE-wrenches] Discover Xanbus SOC jumpy

2024-05-03 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
You probably checked historical events and analysis below. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-05-03 10:30 am, Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] Discover Xanbus SOC jumpy

2024-05-03 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Kent, Battery monitor is internal to 6650 battery. No bat mon! Probably as you said the xanbus comms need a look as Mac said. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2

Re: [RE-wrenches] Discover AES explosion!

2024-05-03 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
The 6650 definitely meets all the UL's, ETLs, and UN's. Probably the first one to do this and since Michael said that it is a first for Discover, the jury is out until an FA is complete. Good points by you Larry, but not valid for many thousands of Discover AES 6650s. Dave Angeli

Re: [RE-wrenches] Discover AES explosion!

2024-05-03 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Never heard of one with LFP. The cobalt and Magnesium Lions are definitely out there. Was this a 6650 model Michael? Going to be fun times doing a failure analysis on this one. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-

Re: [RE-wrenches] Discover Xanbus SOC jumpy

2024-05-03 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Which model? Do you see the same dips in voltage? Probably yes. Are all the batts the same firmware? The AES dashboard can be useful for finding a differing module. No I have not seen this and only have had one bad battery that was replaced by AES. Yes check all wiring. Good Luck! Dave

Re: [RE-wrenches] Grid-Tied Radian Force Discharge

2024-04-26 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
rning). Also, frustrating, is that these batteries want a 2mV per cell temp compensation. But the Radian can only do 5mV per cell. So on these cold mornings, the Radian is probably overcompensating for the cold temperatures. Cheers, Dave On Fri, Apr 26, 2024 at 7:45 AM Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] Grid-Tied Radian Force Discharge

2024-04-25 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
setpoints and a non-temperature compensated voltage for the other one? Thanks! -Dave On Wed, Apr 24, 2024, 3:33 PM Dave Tedeyan wrote: > Maverick and Steve, > > Thank you much for pointing me in the right direction here. I was looking > at the Radian setting and not the Mate3S settings.

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW Pro Firmware 2.04 melting devices

2024-04-25 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
To be fare, Schneider does tell you to follow the commissioning guide. It should be in the firmware though and should be a warning. It is only an issue with older XWP BTW. Let us know what you end up doing Kevin please. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't&qu

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW Pro Firmware 2.04 melting devices

2024-04-25 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
, like Eric to just have an offgrid FW as a choice Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-04-25 11:18 am, Michael Morningstar via RE-wrenches wrote: Go back to V

Re: [RE-wrenches] Grid-Tied Radian Force Discharge

2024-04-24 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
does not matter in this case whether the batteries get recharged by the grid or from the AC coupled solar. Cheers, Dave On Tue, Apr 23, 2024 at 5:25 PM Steve Higgins via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > Yes, Grid Zero would work, but the customer wouldn't

Re: [RE-wrenches] 120 Vac and 12Vdc mixed distribution system

2024-04-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
you know the person that is the way to keep you and your loved ones safe. Money does talk sometimes and the lack can of it can be a warning. Also as mentioned, these types of situations, are what gets my accountant telling me if you do not charge enough, no one will listen to your advice. Dave

Re: [RE-wrenches] 120 Vac and 12Vdc mixed distribution system

2024-04-23 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Not being helpful but I walk away from these. It will come back to you. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-04-23 2:40 pm, Jason Szumlanski via RE-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] speaking of batteries

2024-04-23 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
think about this. A good battery system will know and log this also for warranty. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-04-23 2:03 pm, jay via RE-wrenches

[RE-wrenches] Grid-Tied Radian Force Discharge

2024-04-23 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
would be automatic, and not require the customer to go through the grid breaker every once in a while. It seems that from the manual, I need to keep the Radian in Grid Tie mode in order for it to be able to sell excess PV back to the grid. Any ideas? Thanks! -Dave -- [image: Logo] <ht

Re: [RE-wrenches] Midnite new inverter

2024-04-11 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
e of inverter) was it had trouble starting a fire pump that was 120vac. it also had trouble with large 120vac air compressors. Even worse, not only did it have trouble starting the load, it shut down the inverter. I would not want that for sure it the fire was raging up the hill. Dave Angelini Of

Re: [RE-wrenches] Mate3s error vs. event log

2024-04-03 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
need this. You would have to have optics working. Below is a video on how to do this with a Samsung tablet from Eric Bentsen. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VuGcZafueic&t=280s Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.c

Re: [RE-wrenches] AEE closing down operations

2024-03-28 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
For me, it was changing policy to not taking my clients credit card with pre-approval and not taking their check after it cleared their bank. Too many choices out there. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sol-Ark 15K AC Output

2024-03-26 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
for 1.25 * available amps, since it could be continuous. So you might be able to get away with 62.5 * 4 * 1.25 = 313A rated conductors. Cheers, Dave On Tue, Mar 26, 2024 at 5:28 PM Jason Szumlanski via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > I am going to have a quad

Re: [RE-wrenches] Evaluating battery health

2024-03-11 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
13.8V to about 12.8V, I found one that dropped to 11V. There was also another that dropped to about 12.3. So, those two batteries seem suspect to me. This is not a perfect method, but seemed to quickly identify a couple batteries with issues. Cheers, Dave On Sat, Mar 9, 2024 at 3:01 PM William

Re: [RE-wrenches] Insurance for solar design and inspections

2024-03-11 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
it would be far less expensive and this all came up around an inspection that I was planning on doing. Cheers, Dave On Mon, Mar 11, 2024 at 8:21 AM Christopher Warfel via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > I have carried E&O for much less. I think the recommenda

[RE-wrenches] Insurance for solar design and inspections

2024-03-10 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
agent putting ungrounded fears in our head? Thanks for your thoughts. Cheers, Dave -- [image: Logo] <https://www.sungineersolar.com/> Dave Tedeyan, P.E. Owner | Sungineer Solar p: he | him | his a: 1653 Slaterville Rd. | Ithaca, NY 14850 w: www.sungineersolar.com <http://www.sung

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