Re: [RE-wrenches] Tesla Powerwall

2021-02-04 Thread Darryl Thayer
Here is my two cents worth. the PW is "grid following" and so is the sunny boy when the grid is up. When the grid fails the PW becomes grid forming, bi-directional, inverter charger with frequency shift to control charging. The newer SBs will accept frequency shifts and be controlled. So yes it

Re: [RE-wrenches] Tesla Powerwall

2021-02-04 Thread August Goers
Hi Darryl - Yea, you have a good point. We have recently used the SMA freq/watt curtailment feature on a bigger off grid system with SMA Tripower inverters and a Tesla Powerpack. We programmed a curve into the SMA inverters so that the Powerpack can throttle SMA PV production on a smooth curve, ra

[RE-wrenches] grid sell back time settings on Outback systems

2021-02-04 Thread Kirpal
Hi Folks We have a scenario where we would like to control when our system sells power back to the grid. Basically, we only want to sell back while the sun is shining. We would like to stop selling based on programmed clock settings. I know in HBX mode we can control when we buy from the grid

Re: [RE-wrenches] grid sell back time settings on Outback systems

2021-02-04 Thread Tuss, Lones
Hello Kirpal Hello Wrenches This can be accomplished using the Mate3(s) and Flextime. Flextime allows up to 3 modes in a 24 hour day. Flextime uses a 24 hour clock to instruct a system to switch modes based on time. A good knowledge of the modes and how they work is helpful. Results may vary depen

Re: [RE-wrenches] grid sell back time settings on Outback systems

2021-02-04 Thread Jerry Shafer
Wrenches, Kirpal I use the grid connection in the mate, grid use, and set the inverter to connect only at that time, its far from. Ideal but seems to do the job. I have tried the HBX but its inverse to what l wanted it to do, we are fortunate to have a Outback guy on this forum and he may chime in

Re: [RE-wrenches] Load imbalance issues with SolArk?

2021-02-04 Thread Tuss, Lones
Hi Jay Hi Larry The X240 is a 4000 watt transformer it is also available in the PSX-240 Both can be used as a step up, a step down or a balancing xfmr. Below is a link to the manuals. https://www.outbackpower.com/resources/documents/product-documentation/item/autotransformer-technical-documentatio

[RE-wrenches] Trace DR inverter fan

2021-02-04 Thread Eric Smiley
I have a client whose Trace DR 1524 inverter (yes, it's an old system) fan is running constantly. I haven't been to the site (3 hour drive, 1 hour boat ride) but I am guessing that it's a failure of a temperature sensor. Does anyone have experience with something like this? Eric Smiley, MASc Proj

Re: [RE-wrenches] Tesla Powerwall

2021-02-04 Thread Harry Mahon
Jon – if you are installing in PG&E territory, the Sunny Boys (with CA Rule 21 settings enabled) will have freq-watt enabled, so they will reduce power linearly when the PW begins to increase frequency in backup mode as well. As Jerry mentioned, this has been a required function that must be ena

Re: [RE-wrenches] Load imbalance issues with SolArk?

2021-02-04 Thread Jeremy Coxon
This issue makes SolArk a non-starter (pun intended) for us. I am not a bit interested in trying to resolve simple issues (like running a 120V table saw - come on!) that should be taken care of before a product is released for sale. Like a lot of places, it looks like net metering is pretty mu

Re: [RE-wrenches] Trace DR inverter fan

2021-02-04 Thread Jerry Shafer
I might consider taking a loaner inverter with you, l have had the SW and DR inverters have calibration failures not just sensor failures, if you are getting a boat ride, corrosion is a good possibility so again bring a loaner OB 2524 or maybe he may want to buy it anyway. Jerry On Thu, Feb 4, 202

[RE-wrenches] Victron

2021-02-04 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Can you folks tell me if Victron is UL listed for a Grid application and can it easily work split phased? Thank-you ! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net [2] text 209 813 0060 Links: -- [1] ht

Re: [RE-wrenches] Trace DR inverter fan

2021-02-04 Thread Tump
Sounds like the thermistor is bad. Kris @ Tekris power 732 938-4996. To heck w/ the thermistor bring em a new inverter! > On Feb 4, 2021, at 4:45 PM, Jerry Shafer wrote: > > I might consider taking a loaner inverter with you, l have had the SW and DR > inverters have calibration failures not ju

Re: [RE-wrenches] MLSD module level shutdown

2021-02-04 Thread Solar Energy Solutions
Dear All, I apologize for letting this conversation get a little stale before being able to comment further. Before I reply, I would like to say I don't believe MLSD has anything to do with firefighter safety.  If being on dangerous roofs was really a concern, steep roofs, slate roofs, metal roo