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

Hi Scot What a fascinating issue. I can’t help as to the structural concerns but I like the deck mounts idea to make sure you don’t have any issues. Jay > On May 29, 2024, at 4:17 PM, Scot Arey via RE-wrenches > wrote: > >  > With all our Texas hail storms, we now have roof solar systems

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

Call Zonna energy. It’s most likely 1 of the control boards. And probably not the power modules. Not all that uncommon especially for the non A versions. Jay > On Jun 9, 2024, at 4:50 PM, Scot Arey via RE-wrenches > wrote: > >  > Longtime Outback user but since the experience of this gr

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

Hi GregHow about this midnite box midnitesolar.comPersonally what I don’t like about single switch A or B is there is an off time. With the midnite box, you switch both on, and turn the off the one you want. That way there is never an off time. Just a thought. JayOn Jun 15, 2024, at 11:19 AM, greg

[RE-wrenches] Outback app

Is the Outback app working? I can log into my account but not the app? Thx Jay ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email addres

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback app

lines don't" https://offgridsolar1.com/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-06-17 2:49 pm, Jay via RE-wrenches wrote: Is the Outback app working?I can log into my account but not the app?ThxJay___List sponsored by Redw

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

No problem at all. I just did a system exactly like that.  Works fine. JayOn Jun 29, 2024, at 5:49 PM, Kirk Herander via RE-wrenches wrote:All,I'm wondering if there are any precautions if charging a Fortress Evault LFP bank using 1 or more OB charge controllers, in tandem with an Envy inverter P

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

The evault doesn’t see the multiple inputs, just like any battery. The envy % reading via web is working well. And yes it’s a bit weird to the solar from the inverter not add up to the daily charge numbers But it’s working fine If you follow oem charge instructions the open loop voltages are a bit

[RE-wrenches] VFD drives

HI All, I’m being asked to comment about running a 10hp 3 phase well centrifugal pump off of a 30kw single phase generator with a VFD drive. This well pump is located in a tank for fire fighting applications, so its not down a deep well meaning almost no head pressure. And the start time can be

Re: [RE-wrenches] VFD drives

or power. No issues. > Personally, I run numerous old cast iron woodworking machines that all have 5 > and 10hp 3p motors with VFDs from a 15kw Kubota open frame generator. 15 > second ramp up time. And my generator is single phase. > > On Thu, Jul 11, 2024 at 10:06 AM jay via

Re: [RE-wrenches] VFD drives

ower on a 30 kilowatt will be absolutely no problem. > > -James Jefferson Jarvis > APRS World, LLC > +1-507-454-2727 > > (Sent from my phone. My apologies for spelling errors and brevity.) > > On Thu, Jul 11, 2024, 12:07 PM jay via RE-wrenches > <mailto:re-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] AES RACK MOUNT

Yes I really like the rack mounts I’m curious about the AES mounts and others that don’t have an enclosure. How does code deal with that?  ThxJayOn Jul 17, 2024, at 9:28 AM, Michael Morningstar via RE-wrenches wrote:Because I work mostly alone, I'm digging the rack mounts. Dealing with 200 lb bat

Re: [RE-wrenches] Mate 3 programming issues

Hi jim. WilliamMight be right, but what equipment do you have on this system?Doing a cat 5 unplug,plug back might helpJayOn Jul 18, 2024, at 3:18 PM, William Miller via RE-wrenches wrote:Jim:You may be logged in as a limited access user. Try logging in as installer. William MillerMiller Solar.com

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

HI Chris, Can you give us more data? Like is this a new problem, or it only started after X? Since its not seeing the port ( NA) it could be the CC or the HUB, or the cable. the hub will show an active LED light if its connecting to anything on that port. You can try plugging into the CC di

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback in general

I just checked the OB forums page and there is nothing current. One thing I found says that the new president of OB is the CEO of Big Battery. I don’t know that to be a fact. Which is also somehow related to signature solar/ EG4. My guess is that if/when OB resurfaces it won’t have the same product

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback in general

; Dan Fink > Owner, Buckville Energy Consulting LLC > IREC Certified Instructor for PV and Small Wind Installation > NABCEP Certified PV System Inspector > NABCEP PV Associate > d <mailto:dan.f...@greendustrialtraining.com>anbo...@gmail.com > <mailto:anbo...@gmail.com> &

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback in general

allation > NABCEP Certified PV System Inspector > NABCEP PV Associate > d <mailto:dan.f...@greendustrialtraining.com>anbo...@gmail.com > <mailto:anbo...@gmail.com> > 970-672-4342 > > > > > On Sat, Jul 20, 2024 at 3:22 PM Jay via RE-wrenches > <mailto:

[RE-wrenches] workhorse pumps

Does anyone know anything about this company? https://workhorsepumps.com I have someone asking me about it. thanks in advanced. jay ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE-wrenche

Re: [RE-wrenches] workhorse pumps

ps apart for fun and says they are built well but has only > about three years with them. I might give one a go since the price is good. > > On Mon, Jul 22, 2024 at 2:01 PM jay via RE-wrenches > <mailto:re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org>> wrote: > Does anyone

[RE-wrenches] have a laugh

Same person asking about the pump was also asking about the following. I’d never heard of it either. Looks like from a 1970’s sci fi movie https://batteryevo.com/product/walrus-180ah-13-kwh-ac110-220v-72n/ 72v battery, non

Re: [RE-wrenches] AGM blew on discharge

Hi Drake What do you mean it off gassed? Like blew the top off? > On Jul 24, 2024, at 8:40 AM, Drake Chamberlin via RE-wrenches > wrote: > >  > A severely abused bank of Rolls Surrette batteries had one battery off gas > heavily on discharge. It seems like the off gassing happens on overcha

Re: [RE-wrenches] Identify Inverter / Mango Power

I don’t know but it’s form factor is very similar to LUX/deye Handles, door latches, disconnects. I wonder if it’s a Ali express special? Jay > On Jul 24, 2024, at 9:42 AM, Jason Szumlanski via RE-wrenches > wrote: > > Can someone help me identify the inverter in the attached picture? >

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress Envy E-stop

Hi Lewis Yes both the 12 and 18 have RSD It’s a button on the left side. Shuts off AC and PV Jay > On Jul 25, 2024, at 7:30 AM, Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches > wrote: > >  > Hello Wrenches, > > Does anyone know if the 12kW Envy inverter has remote stop capability? I > need an external butt

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress Envy E-stop

anual references. Does anyone have a good, direct number for Fortress tech support that will pick up. I'm getting nothing...Thanks!On Thu, Jul 25, 2024, 7:39 AM Jay via RE-wrenches <re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote:Hi LewisYes both the 12 and 18 have RSDIt’s a button on the left side

[RE-wrenches] UL3741 inverter listing for residential roofs

HI All, I”m wondering if there are any rack companies that have a listed product for residential roofs? The only inverters I’ve found have been for larger commercial size. Living in an area with lots of flat roofs, ( OK super low slope) it would be an option vs micro or other power electroni

Re: [RE-wrenches] KiloVault Issues

I’m wondering if the batteries are out of balance. You might need to charge 1 set alone or even individually to get them full and calibrated. I had someone with a different kilovault have similar issues which when we charged them individually took care of the problem. And guessing it will come

Re: [RE-wrenches] KiloVault Issues

I never did hear why altE folded. Anyone know?On Jul 30, 2024, at 1:50 PM, Richard Nicol via RE-wrenches wrote:Chris Brown of Solampio has purchased the remaining inventory of AltE, including the building. He has extra KV BMS boards for sale as well as some reconditioned batteries, firmware updat

Re: [RE-wrenches] Small Cabin inverter

Hi Chad. Stay away from magnum. Do you want to keep that 12v or make changes? Jay > On Jul 30, 2024, at 5:47 PM, Chad Waits via RE-wrenches > wrote: > >  > Gentlemen, > > I ask for this help with the caveat that I have very little knowledge of the > specifics of the site in question, as

Re: [RE-wrenches] MN 15-12KW-AIO

Sol Ark is definitely not made in america. Its made by Deye in China. I don’t know all the rules about what you have to do to call it made in america, like put a label on it or something, but made in china. jay > On Aug 1, 2024, at 6:17 AM, Maverick Brown via RE-wrenches > wrote: > > Chri

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sunpower connectors

Unfortunately sunpower is about out of business. Warranty might not be possible at this point Jay > On Aug 1, 2024, at 10:04 AM, Evan M via RE-wrenches > wrote: > >  > Anyone happen know the make/model of connectors associated with the Sunpower > cracking issues a couple years back? News st

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sunpower connectors

If you need connectors talk to Bryan at PV cables. On Aug 1, 2024, at 10:20 AM, Evan M wrote:appreciate the replies, we're doing a project with a mix of E20-435 and P19-390 being provided to us. trying to figure out if we're going to have a bad time with these connectors. FWIW the connectors incl

Re: [RE-wrenches] Blue Planet Energy

Since we are asking about that. Does anyone have any news on Outback? ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address & setti

[RE-wrenches] Midnight solar AIO webinar

midnite is having a webinar about the AIO and batteries. Sign up. Jay ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address & sett

Re: [RE-wrenches] Midnight solar AIO webinar

It’s on NAZ solar home page. It didn’t want to link JayOn Aug 13, 2024, at 8:44 AM, Kirpal Khalsa via RE-wrenches wrote:When? Info or link? ThanksKirpalOn Tue, Aug 13, 2024, 6:21 AM Jay via RE-wrenches <re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote:midnite is having a webinar about the A

Re: [RE-wrenches] Rubix Batteries?

I hadn’t heard of these. Very ingenious mounting system. Thx Jay > On Aug 13, 2024, at 2:45 PM, Foxfire Energy via RE-wrenches > wrote: > >  We installed a 20kW 48V set in a Grid Tied system in May.. Knowledgeable > (and friendly) Tech Support.. So far so good.. Certainly better than the

Re: [RE-wrenches] Rubix Batteries?

r, LLC > Potsdam, NY > (315) 212-2114 Call/ Text > >>> On Aug 13, 2024, at 5:03 PM, Jay via RE-wrenches >>> wrote: >>> >>  >> I hadn’t heard of these. Very ingenious mounting system. >> >> Thx >> Jay >> >>>>

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback VFX 2812 charger not working

HI Michael, I’d say the AC board on the VFX is suspect. Bad relay. Yes to #2. That will work just fine. Good luck jay > On Aug 14, 2024, at 4:13 PM, Michael Welch via RE-wrenches > wrote: > > Wrenches. I am hesitant to post here, since I am not really a Wrench. I feel > like maybe I ca

[RE-wrenches] discover lithium warranty issues.

Hi All, I have an installer buddy where i used to live who’s having to try and get a discover lithium warrantied. Its 3 yrs old, 2 years installed. The dealer is closed, and the customer doesn’t have the POP. Discover is being very difficult. The battery appears to have a dead cell bloc

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback question

My question would be what is the combined generator load? Did anything change? Anything new, solar parts or ac loads or new person around? The max charging is around 20 amps or 2400 watts, + loads can get pretty large. Most generators don’t have that kind of 120v capacity. I ask because he’s

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback question

; If he's not running the generator through a transformer, then he's probably >> just running 120 vac off one leg of the generator, with no load on the other >> leg. This imbalance will definitely cause generator failures long term, and >> not reliably charge the b

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

O 81144sgsrenewables@gmail On Aug 15, 2024, at 9:49 AM, jay via RE-wrenches wrote: Hi All,I have an installer  buddy where i used to live who's having to try and get a discover lithium warrantied.  Its 3 yrs old, 2 years installed.The dealer is closed, and the customer doesn't have t

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

There is a setting called FLEXnet dc advanced control. Default is YI always set it to NPg 128 in my manual. JayOn Aug 18, 2024, at 11:11 AM, Kirk Herander via RE-wrenches wrote:Hello All,. I have a Radian 8048 system in service for over 10 years now. It sold back quite normally until the last sev

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

One other thing that has worked for weird issues is a full factory reset of everything. JayOn Aug 18, 2024, at 4:18 PM, Maverick Brown wrote:On OpticsRE go to devices, Mate3S, Global Charge. Disable everything there and for good measure also set the Maximum Battery Charge to generously large nu

[RE-wrenches] Cell based monitoring

Hi All I’ve got a client who has a large ranch and wants to monitor (via a web and or app) and control ( simple on/off dry contact) some pumps and tanks and maybe some water meters as well. There is cell service. He has web service at his house. Does anyone know of a place to start? Thanks

Re: [RE-wrenches] Cell based monitoring

Commander Remote Power • SunFlow Systems Cathodic Protection maver...@mavericksolar.com512-460-9825On Aug 20, 2024, at 8:15 AM, Jay via RE-wrenches wrote:Hi AllI’ve got a client who has a large ranch and wants to monitor (via a web and or app) and  control ( simple on/off dry contact) some pumps and

Re: [RE-wrenches] Cell based monitoring

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Red Lion Pumps

Hi Drake What makes you say think it’s a soft start? 3 wire isn’t a soft start. It does have a reduced start load but not soft start. I’d go with a grundfos sq. Jay > On Aug 27, 2024, at 9:08 AM, Drake Chamberlin via RE-wrenches > wrote: > >  > I am looking at a Red Lion, 1/2 HP soft s

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress Shutdown?

I have a buddy in tech support at Fortress. I asked him and he said that elevated absorb volts above 55.2 could cause this situation. And then the power cycle would reboot the BMS. I am presuming its open loop, and the fact you mentioned that there was more PV and then the shut down sure migh

[RE-wrenches] Discover battery update.

Hi all. I wanted to fill in an update as to the discover battery issue a while back Discover is sending a full warranty replacement battery for the roughly 2 year old one. It turns out the paperwork had been filled out correctly by the installer. But discover is “having issues accessing suc

[RE-wrenches] Schneider mppt 60-150 question

Hi all. Any issues with the xw 60-150 operating lithium batteries? Namely that they are fast enough in their regulation Thx Jay ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE-wrenche

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fm100’s stuck at full charge

It doesn’t make any sense that the controllers would be processing 2800 watts internally. It would be so hot you couldn’t touch them. Think of a 1500 watt electric heater and this would be 2X. I would put my clamp on to confirm. But I suspect it’s going somewhere Jay > On Sep 7, 2024, at

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fm100’s now not stuck at full charge Update

On the FM60/80 the negative terminals are common. The CC can’t see if you run the bat only or PV and bat. It doesn’t matter, it measures on the + side. As to how the FM 100’s work I have only hooked them up PV +/- in to allow use of the ground fault features, so I don’t know. In regards to CC

Re: [RE-wrenches] Switching to LiFePO4

HI Dave, A whole new world. I didn’t realize how expensive the backwoods are, wow. There are many out there for around $1200 but not a lot in 24v. I have used many of the EG4 LL batteries, which at this point is one of the larger brands. I greatly prefer and only recommend batteries that have

Re: [RE-wrenches] Alternatives to Iota chargers?

Hi David. That is quite odd. I’ve used dozens of iotas over the years and have not seen this issue. Is it a newer on that uses the IQ adapter? For an alternative you can try powermax. I’ve had good luck with those too. Jay > On Oct 8, 2024, at 7:40 PM, David Palumbo via RE-wrenches > w

Re: [RE-wrenches] outback power FM 100 issue

Hi Todd That’s creative for sure! Not sure how I’d do that on the fm 100. Jay > On Oct 14, 2024, at 4:36 PM, Todd Cory via RE-wrenches > wrote: > >  > This works too. > > Todd > > > > On Monday, October 14, 2024 12:55pm, "jay via RE-wrenches&

[RE-wrenches] outback power FM 100 issue

HI All, I’ve got a FM 100 that is maybe 2 yrs old, and the cooling fan control isn’t working. The fan is fine. No errors in the menu. FET temp was 75, too hot to touch the heat sink. Has anyone else had this issue? My fix is to use the AUX relay to power the fan if OB won’t fit it. I don

[RE-wrenches] sol ark battery

HI All Wondering what people are using for lithium battery and sol ark? And no, LA is not a option for this system. Outdoor rated would be preferred, heated isn’t needed. thanks in advance jay ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional

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

Seems like this is a firmware setting and should be adjustable. If lo > On Oct 10, 2024, at 3:59 PM, Lou Russo via RE-wrenches > wrote: > > Aloha All, > > Thank you Jason. This is a huge and surprising issue. So much so that I > dropped what I was doing and called Sol-Ark to confirm. Mind yo

Re: [RE-wrenches] VFXR4048 stacked with an FXR3048

I have done in the past VFX and FX. I haven not done VFRX snd FXR but it should be ok. newest firmware is master. jay > On Oct 8, 2024, at 12:21 PM, William Miller via RE-wrenches > wrote: > > I’m in the field with a dead VXR3048. Will the FXR play nice with the VFXR? > Which should be Ma

Re: [RE-wrenches] Racking on residential rooftops

The laser I used isn’t made.  And I know it’s a tech that’s changing fast. Get a laser visible for outdoors. Some are green some red. And the self leveling ones will give you a level straight line. It’s super helpful for keeping the rails straight on 2 planes. Jim asked about valleys. And I’ve trip

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

Hi DaveI 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. Is the 5% adjustable or the adjustment is in the battery capacity?ThxJayOn Oct 4, 2024, at 8:30 AM, Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches wrote:Hi All, I have inherited and d

Re: [RE-wrenches] washer on OutBack inverter

Hi David I’ve never had an issue with any electronic washer with an Outback, that’s the best I can say. Jay > On Oct 21, 2024, at 9:12 AM, David Palumbo via RE-wrenches > wrote: > >  > Wrenches, > > I need to replace a front load washer in my off grid rental house. > > Looking at LG's a

Re: [RE-wrenches] OB stacking with FXR inverters

Hi williamYou cannot use the balancing xformer with the A version. They also need the mate3S and new hub. 10.1?On Oct 21, 2024, at 1:59 PM, William Miller via RE-wrenches wrote:Friends: I am completely unable to reach Outback tech support so I am wondering if you can answer a question: I am repla

Re: [RE-wrenches] washer on OutBack inverter

FXR as well as MagnumMS4448PAE and still here at my own home on a pair of Trace SW5548's since2002. Zero issues.ChristopherOn Mon, Oct 21, 2024 at 11:20?AM Jay via RE-wrenches <re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: Hi DavidI?ve never had an issue with any electronic washer with an Out

[RE-wrenches] RIP magnum

I just saw the news that magnum has closed its doors. Jay ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address & settings: http://

Re: [RE-wrenches] RIP magnum

instead of selling it?   Drake Chamberlin Athens Electric LLC Ohio Electrical Contractor’s License 44810 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional ---   On 2024-10-17 18:51, Jay via RE-wrenches wrote: I just saw the news that magnum has closed its doors

Re: [RE-wrenches] sol ark battery

95560www.greenwired.com       Leave a review! On Wed, 09 Oct 2024 16:29:20 -0700 jay via RE-wrenches wrote ---Thats all super helpful, appreciate the advice everyone. I’ve not used the sol ark 15 and just wanted to make sure I wasn’t missing anything about battery options.And specifically the ones

Re: [RE-wrenches] sol ark battery

Thu, Oct 10, 2024, 12:29 PM Nick Lucchese via RE-wrenches > <mailto:re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org>> wrote: > Definitely appears that Midnite's new Powerflo batteries would be applicable > as well since it supports the Pylon protocol. Appears to be a true game > changer

Re: [RE-wrenches] sol ark battery

Thats all super helpful, appreciate the advice everyone. I’ve not used the sol ark 15 and just wanted to make sure I wasn’t missing anything about battery options. And specifically the ones that don’t seem to play well. Jay > On Oct 9, 2024, at 2:56 PM, Jason Szumlanski via RE-wrenches >

Re: [RE-wrenches] sol ark battery

Good to know they don’t closed loop communicate, definitely preferably but not that big a deal in the end. So is the sol ark building a SOC or reading the battery SOC but it’s not able to use it for charging algorithm?I probably have either what I’ve sold or advised 200 x 5 kWh blocks or some versi

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

Good question for midnite. JayOn Oct 10, 2024, at 3:35 PM, Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches wrote: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 p

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

Jason What’s the possibllity it was a lighting strike? Jay > On Oct 10, 2024, at 2:57 PM, Jason Szumlanski via RE-wrenches > wrote: > >  > We have been talking a lot recently about all-in-ones. I just had a massive > fail during Hurricane Milton with a quad Sol-Ark 15K off-grid system that

Re: [RE-wrenches] Racking on residential rooftops

Hi JimI recommend a laser level. Can be just a line laser or can be a multi line level. Brightness is key. Much easier, faster and accurate than using string. Also makes it much easier to keep everything straight JayOn Oct 3, 2024, at 7:44 PM, William Miller via RE-wrenches wrote:Good question, J

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sol-Ark Gen Input

It would be interesting to see if there is power there. Like put a low wattage 120v incandescent light bulb on it. If it was static wouldn’t the meter drain the volts?  JayOn Oct 28, 2024, at 7:31 AM, rick--- via RE-wrenches wrote:An update on this “issue”. Sol-Ark Tech Support said that the high

[RE-wrenches] XWPro and SCP

I know this has been discussed before but I couldn’t find what I needed in archives. If I have a single XWpro with 600v controller and all i want to do is some programing can I use the SCP? I just remember there were things the SCP can’t so with the PRO, but I think its in the stacking part a

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

On Nov 8, 2024, at 1:58 PM, Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches wrote: Sounds like a basic generator issue. Use another gen for test !   Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" https://offgridsolar1.com/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-11-08

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

Hi Chris, Is this new or has it been always like this? jay > On Nov 8, 2024, at 1:42 PM, Chris Sparadeo via RE-wrenches > wrote: > > Hey wrenchers, > > I have an off-grid customer with a pair of VFX 3648 inverters, a FM 100 > charge controller and two eVault classics in open loop. The

Re: [RE-wrenches] Midnite Powerflo16 with Radian

with 1500 amps capability. That’s quite a Bms. JayOn Nov 10, 2024, at 4:08 PM, Nick Lucchese via RE-wrenches wrote:Good afternoon Jay,16 KWH's when full, appears that my first two shipped at 34-50% SOC.Enjoy your evening, NickOn Sun, Nov 10, 2024 at 10:44 AM Jay via RE-wrenches <re-

Re: [RE-wrenches] XWPro and SCP

d  a new XW Pro with an old SCP.  William MillerMiller Solar.com805-438-5600www.millersolar.com   On Mon, Nov 11, 2024 at 2:23 PM jay via RE-wrenches <re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: I know this has been discussed before but I couldn't find what I needed in archives. If I hav

Re: [RE-wrenches] Module snail trails

On Oct 24, 2024, at 4:40 PM, Jay wrote:That one cell you have a picture of sure looks suspicious to me. Especially given the good IR picture. It looks it’s physically broken, right about where a hard hat would rest while moving it. That level of hot spot can’t be good. There are two kinds of thin

Re: [RE-wrenches] New Outback FXR Series as GTGBB on existing Off Grid Home

Hi Jeremy There are two issues I think. 1 is that the inverter won’t connect. And I don’t have an answer why the inverter won’t in sell mode but will in gen mode. Maybe the generator is slightly out of the more narrow window for grid. I presume you’ve checked hz and volts and they are in spec

Re: [RE-wrenches] More Issues with Parallel Sol-Ark 15K System

Can someone/s offer up any solid electrical engineering reason for that?  Makes no sense to me. JayOn Nov 10, 2024, at 9:12 AM, david quattro via RE-wrenches wrote:SolArk tech support told us that the PV array ground shouldn’t land on the inverter ground bar. But instead should be run to its own

Re: [RE-wrenches] Tough goods for a marine environment

Check out Sunwize. On Nov 8, 2024, at 11:52 AM, Chris Daum via RE-wrenches wrote:Hi folks: We’re working on a system for a job off of the east coast; requirements include hurricane toughness and goods that can survive a saline marine environment.  Does anyone even make powder-coated racks anymore

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

en on the FM 100, so PV output wouldn’t be visible. On Fri, Nov 8, 2024 at 4:14 PM jay via RE-wrenches <re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote:Hi Chris, Is this new or has it been always like this? jay > On Nov 8, 2024, at 1:42 PM, Chris Sparadeo via RE-wrenches <re-wrench

Re: [RE-wrenches] Midnite Powerflo16 with Radian

How many kWh of battery do you have. Jay  On Nov 10, 2024, at 11:00 AM, Nick Lucchese via RE-wrenches wrote:Thanks Logan, Tyrone and Maverick,Yes I've tried all the things noted so far without any success. Since there is no PV nor controller at the moment I can't test with just a controller alone

Re: [RE-wrenches] AGM recommendations?

HI All, You’ve all obviously had people take way better care of their VRLA batteries than I have. And it seems as though VRLA and FLA are both not lasting as long as they used to for reasons I don’t understand. When I hear someone say yeah I want VRLA for my rental, I can only say no way wou

[RE-wrenches] Trade show

Since Dana brought up OB, does anyone have any updates as to OB? If they were not at the trade show then that is enough evidence to me they are gone. Jay > On Sep 24, 2024, at 7:02 AM, Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches > wrote: > > As previously mentioned, I am upgrading my home off grid system

Re: [RE-wrenches] SLA battery analyzer recommendations

I would contact GNB and find out what testing products  they recommend and testing procedures. JayOn Sep 26, 2024, at 4:38 PM, Glenn Burt via RE-wrenches wrote: West Mountain Radio makes a Computerized Battery Analyzer that would perform testing.-GlennSent from my 'smart'phone, so ple

Re: [RE-wrenches] Switching to LiFePO4

There is a large misunderstanding about lithium battery LVD voltages vs type. Simpliphi for example has a very high LVD at between 24-25v depending on DOD you want. And thats true, the VFX/FX you can’t set the LBCO that high so you have to get creative. Vs most of the better prismatic cells

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase Batteries and IQ7+ Won't Restart

Thx Wayne. Curious, I guess they are in a sense AC batteries, as there is no way to access them for DC jump charge? And I guess that is the same with Tesla? In that there is not way to access the battery, or they didn’t figure you’d actually have a true black start? thanks for the info. jay

Re: [RE-wrenches] favortie micro inverters?

The enphase MPPT voltage range seems low to me. I reviewed a few of the newer string inverters and they are between 90-200v and 500+ A range of about 2.5 -5.5. Enphase is around 1.8X AP systems is about exactly the same as Enphase. Hoymiles a newer company that now has full range of products

Re: [RE-wrenches] favortie micro inverters?

Hi Vince, Your math looks correct of course, but I think you left out a variable in that the panel won’t be operating at max power because the inverters are all less than 400 watts rated. Which means that the MPPT voltage will be pushed up to reduce power giving you added room. From my unde

Re: [RE-wrenches] EG4 Lithium absorb time in open loop configuration

Hi Jeremy When I’ve watched eg4 inverter/battery closed loop do its thing, it spends seconds at top voltage setting. Depending on what CC settings you have, just a few minutes is all you need. Jay > On Nov 7, 2024, at 6:31 AM, Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches > wrote: > > Wrenches > Sign

[RE-wrenches] mounting to a foam roof

Hi All, I have a job that the customer just told me they are going to get their roof foamed which fortunately I found out before I was installing the mounts/panels. It’s currently a metal roof, low pitch 5-10 degrees. Metal over battens over plywood. They want more insulation, it’s not cle

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback tech support

Hi Chris, Outback wasn’t purchased by EG4 or signature solar but it was purchased by 1 owner of EG4/Signature solar and 1 from Big battery if my info is right. > On Nov 6, 2024, at 7:41 AM, Chris Schaefer via RE-wrenches > wrote: > > Just for fun I visited the EG4 website to see if they s

[RE-wrenches] Measuring an RV for load

Hi all I’ve got someone who wants to power their 5th wheel RV. Yeah yeah I know. I’m looking for a 240vac/ 50 amp measuring device kinda like a kill a watt for the RV plug. So I can get some real numbers for design. Does anyone have any suggestions or recommendations for such a device?

Re: [RE-wrenches] Measuring an RV for load

> > Ray > >> On 11/20/2024 3:18 PM, Jay via RE-wrenches wrote: >> Hi all >> >> I’ve got someone who wants to power their 5th wheel RV. Yeah yeah I know. >> >> I’m looking for a 240vac/ 50 amp measuring device kinda like a kill a watt >> for t

Re: [RE-wrenches] Solar Pumps

They have very good support and will get you the advice you need. On Nov 14, 2024, at 6:11 PM, Michael Morningstar via RE-wrenches wrote:How well do these pumps do with creek supplied water? The SQF has been my go to submersible well pump forever. Never put one in a creek though.On Thu, Nov 14, 2

Re: [RE-wrenches] Solar Pumps

Check sun pumps. Lots of options On Nov 14, 2024, at 2:28 PM, Michael Morningstar via RE-wrenches wrote:Wrenches,Any recommendations for a "high voltage"  Array Direct surface pump. Pumping from a creek. 150' head. Looking for as many gpm's as possible. Large array is fine. If I remember correctl

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

I guess I’d talk to the battery company about the batteries. I mean if they actually froze I suppose the separators could have been damaged which could lead to all sorts of bad issues? Is that worth the risk? But if you’re thinking of total replacement, midnite has everything you need and i

[RE-wrenches] Outback

This discussion of SMA got me wondering if anyone has info on Outback? Thanks Jay ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email addr

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