Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

2016-01-17 Thread Kevin Pegg
on. Kevin -Original Message- From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Drake Sent: January-16-16 7:22 AM To: RE-wrenches Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter Hi Kevin, Are you talking about the generator charging algorithm or the solar,

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

2016-01-16 Thread Jay
Hi drake, It all depends on how you set it up. With the SI it can be a simple hz shift which causes most GT inverters to reduce power then cut off. Pretty much a on/off type of charging you are describing. When used with a SMA GT inverter and connected in the right way, will taper charge to

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

2016-01-16 Thread Drake
Hi Kevin, Are you talking about the generator charging algorithm or the solar, AC coupled algorithm. I read a post on this list claiming that the AC coupled charging of the SI was just an on / off charge, just on and off like AC coupling with other brands of inverters. I've also read that it

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

2016-01-15 Thread Jay
rned out quite well. > > Kevin > > From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On > Behalf Of jay > Sent: January-15-16 12:15 PM > To: RE-wrenches > Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter > > HI Kevin, > > I agree that t

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

2016-01-15 Thread Chris Mason
uite well. > > > > Kevin > > > > *From:* RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] *On > Behalf Of *jay > *Sent:* January-15-16 12:15 PM > > *To:* RE-wrenches > *Subject:* Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter > > > > HI Kev

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

2016-01-15 Thread Starlight Solar Power Systems
Todd, Magnum Energy only has three models that provide generator support modes: the new MSH series. You can program the input current level where the inverter will turn on and sync with the generator input. This is an excellent feature for undersize generators. Transfer is fast and transparent.

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

2016-01-15 Thread jay
t quite well. > > Kevin > > From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On > Behalf Of jay > Sent: January-15-16 12:15 PM > To: RE-wrenches > Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter > > HI Kevin, > > I agree that tech support

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

2016-01-15 Thread toddcory
M To: RE-wrenches Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter HI Kevin, I agree that tech support hasn’t been the been the best with OB, I do think its getting better. As to the charger issues. The radian has a generator mode that as long as its within voltage limits will use

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

2016-01-15 Thread Kevin Pegg
box, and ultimately the end product turned out quite well. Kevin From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of jay Sent: January-15-16 12:15 PM To: RE-wrenches Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter HI Kevin, I agree that tech support hasn’t been

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

2016-01-15 Thread jay
>] On Behalf Of > john.blittersd...@gmail.com <mailto:john.blittersd...@gmail.com> > Sent: January-14-16 6:36 PM > To: RE-wrenches <mailto:re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org>> > Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter > > Kirk, I agree with Peter.

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

2016-01-15 Thread Kevin Pegg
t: Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter Kirk, I agree with Peter. I have installed several Radians with good luck. I installed one SI and it worked ok but was more expensive and very time consuming to install. Did one XW and would never do it again. Never has worked right. John Central Ve

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

2016-01-15 Thread Kirk Herander
Behalf Of Rich Nicol Sent: Friday, January 15, 2016 8:13 AM To: 'RE-wrenches' Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter Had Radian failures and typical issues contacting Outback tech support in a reasonable amount of time. (ended up replacing boards on site, just like FX

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

2016-01-15 Thread Rich Nicol
? RIch From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of john.blittersd...@gmail.com Sent: Thursday, January 14, 2016 9:36 PM To: RE-wrenches Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter Kirk, I agree with Peter. I have installed several Radians with

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

2016-01-15 Thread max
t: Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter I have had the best luck with OutBack for "off Grid" even if there is grid sometimes, SMA is my #2 but I like DC coupling or AC in most applications but they also have there place. I just am completing a dual radian install and when it came t

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

2016-01-14 Thread Jerry Shafer
I have had the best luck with OutBack for "off Grid" even if there is grid sometimes, SMA is my #2 but I like DC coupling or AC in most applications but they also have there place. I just am completing a dual radian install and when it came to start up it was up right away without any issues. Jerry

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

2016-01-14 Thread john . blittersdorf
Kirk, I agree with Peter. I have installed several Radians with good luck. I installed one SI and it worked ok but was more expensive and very time consuming to install. Did one XW and would never do it again. Never has worked right. John Central Vermont Solar & Wind Sent from my iPhon

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

2016-01-14 Thread jay
Hi Kirk, Schneider Conext XW is 120 or 120/240 with dual input SMA SI 120v but has a dual input relay system you can use. These are the only other two I know of that will sell from the battery inverter. > On Jan 14, 2016, at 12:38 PM, Kirk Herander wrote: > > Hello, > Can anyone recommend a

Re: [RE-wrenches] battery-based inverter

2016-01-14 Thread Peter Parrish
My 2 centavos. Stick with them. I prefer their approach over SMA. - Peter Peter T. Parrish, Ph.D. President, SolarGnosis 1107 Fair Oaks Ave. Suite 351 South Pasadena, CA 91030 (323) 839-6108 peter...@pobox.com From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenche