[RE-wrenches] Deep well pumping

2021-03-26 Thread frenergy
Hey Folks,             Why am I having such a difficult time finding a Grundfos distributor that can help me with a pump design for a new well?  Their website seems clunky for getting info  Static at 25 feet, drilled to 340 feet to hit 30+ GPM.  We would like to have 25 GPM at 40 psi, pump set

[RE-wrenches] 2-5kw wind machines

2021-03-26 Thread jay
HI All, Any advice or recommendations for battery based 2-5kw wind machines? thanks jay peltz power ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address & settings: http://lists.re-wr

[RE-wrenches] Batteries and Working Spaces

2021-03-26 Thread Jason Szumlanski
I am planning a battery backup system using Fortress 18.5kWh eVaults. Due to flood level requirements, these are going to need to be mounted about 48 inches above the garage floor on a shelf/platform. That puts the tops of the battery cabinets well above 6'7". But I believe that these do not fall u

[RE-wrenches] 54-Cell Solar Modules

2021-03-26 Thread Jason Szumlanski
I'm looking for two 54-cell modules, highest power possible, for a mobile solar project requiring modules under 61 inches long. If you know where I can get these, please let me know off-list. Jason Szumlanski Florida Solar Design Group ___ List sponsored

Re: [RE-wrenches] Deep well pumping

2021-03-26 Thread Kevin Pegg
I use some older software from Grundfos called WinCAPS v 7.8 for pump sizing. It works well. I am only focused on the SQFlex systems, so have not used the other modules but believe it will do the calculations you wish. You may be able to find that software online to download. If not, I could try

[RE-wrenches] Converting a old Troybuilt Roto tiller

2021-03-26 Thread Dana Orzel
Hey All wise ones, I have an old B&S gas powered Troy Built Roto tiller that the safety switches are years past available. I would like to convert this monster to electric drive. Any suggestions or anyone know of someone who has done this? I hate to reinvent the wheel if someone has this i

Re: [RE-wrenches] Converting a old Troybuilt Roto tiller

2021-03-26 Thread Ray
I recall seeing something like that in an old Home Power magazine article.  I've done a few odd ball conversions, and that seems like a good one to play with.  Its not a "daily driver", not going long distances or long hours, weight isn't a huge issue, and so lead acid batteries might not be ou

Re: [RE-wrenches] Batteries and Working Spaces

2021-03-26 Thread Chris Sparadeo
Hi Jason, There is a 250A breaker located inside a compartment on the top of the unit. Keeping that reasonably accessible would be important. Also, just out of curiosity, how are you planning of getting these battery cabinets onto their 4’ platform? Forklift? Ramp? On Fri, Mar 26, 2021 at 3:40 P

Re: [RE-wrenches] Batteries and Working Spaces

2021-03-26 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Earthquake safety requirements in CA. Probably not an issue in Florida. Ask your building department! 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 On Fri, 26 Mar 2021 19:08:18 -0400, Chris