[RE-wrenches] Standing Seam with direct S-5 attachment & Grounding

each roof pan which has a module attached should be grounded (perhaps under the ridge cap). Can anyone offer suggested best practice or requirements regarding this? With Regards Carl Adams SunRock Solar ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Addres

[RE-wrenches] Low light panel

Hello Wrenches, I'm looking for a panel which will provide 0.7A at 12-20V with only a 60 lumen light source for the irradiance source With REgards Carl Adams SunRock Solar LLC ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wre

[RE-wrenches] Meter base minimum conductor size

conductors to match the meter base requirement, but this adds expense. I am looking for other suggestions for resolving this. With Regards Carl Adams SunRock Solar ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org

Re: [RE-wrenches] Meter base minimum conductor size

es are listed for 14 AWG to 2/0 > http://cmsapps.sea.siemens.com/murray/murraycatalog/2008/08Murray_pdfs/08Murray_03/03_04-05.pdf > > Kent Osterberg > Blue Mountain Solar > > > Carl Adams wrote: >> >> Wrenches, >> >> We often use a conventional 100A meter base and a

[RE-wrenches] Cable tray versus RMC

the point of entry. I'd appreciate your thoughts on the use of the cable tray and USE-2 on the roof top. WIth REgards Carl Adams NABCEP cert 031508-1 ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Op

Re: [RE-wrenches] Cable tray versus RMC

project has now >> proposed to reduce expense by replacing the RMC with cable trays and >> running USE-2 in the cable tray from the JBOX back to the point of >> entry. >> >> I'd appreciate your thoughts on the use of the cable tray and USE-2 on >> the roof top.

Re: [RE-wrenches] Listed/Approved Battery Box Vent Fan

Ben, I would prefer to rely on gravity rather than forced circulation. The former has not failed to date. Check out Allen's recent article in Home Power magazine. He offers some good suggestions on battery box design and ventilation ( all passive or gravity activated) solutions. Cheers

Re: [RE-wrenches] Smart Utility meters

William, We have run into issues with smart meters. We had a customer in one of the pilot neighborhoods. What we saw was the meter registered his production as consumption. Effectively doubling his consumption per the meter. After some research it was determined that while the new smart meters were

[RE-wrenches] Battery Box Labeling

The box will contain a 500 Ah battery bank consisting of eight AGM batteries. Thanks Carl Adams SunRock Solar ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wre

Re: [RE-wrenches] Stiebel Eltron SHW Collector condensation issue

Dave, I had a good conversation at the ASES conference about Stiebel Eltron with someone I respect in the industry. In broad strokes it was described as a good company with good products which matches my experience. The only negative comment from this "someone" was that their generation 1 collect

Re: [RE-wrenches] shatterproof PV

you agree to replace any modules broken due to baseball strikes. You could consider any loss a solar advertising fee. Either way, my suggestion would be stock some extra modules and plan on replacing a few. Cheers Carl Adams SunRock Solar On Wed, Jul 27, 2011 at 12:58 AM, Marco Mangelsdorf wr

Re: [RE-wrenches] Leaving metal roofs?

Jesse, Another good option is the Soladeck. If you don't splice inside it you can actually hide it under the array, making an uber clean look. Seal it down with Eternabond or similar product. Carl On Sep 10, 2011 7:14 PM, "Christopher Warfel" < cwar...@entech-engineering.com> wrote: > Many produ

[RE-wrenches] SMA -11 designation

Hello Wrenches, I see the an inverter model # SB8000US and another SB8000US-11 Same holds true for the 5,6,7k models. I see this both in the SMA Sunny Design tool and on our distributors catalog. Can anyone tell me what the significance is? Thanks Carl Adams SunRock Solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] AC Coupling Xantrex XWInverters toEnphaseMicroinverters

alternative? With Regards Carl Adams SunRock Solar 513.290.9072 (cell) 513.766.6025 (office) === Hi Carl, Battery backup is not an intended use for our inverters, should some fault in the system cause the inverters to fail then it would not be covered by our warranty. Also, we don't curr

[RE-wrenches] Off Grid Alarm Communicator

- once per day for communications check and as required for alarm condition report Have any of you provided such a system and if so could you share your recommendations for a cost effective solution. With Regards Carl Adams SunRock Solar ___ List sponsored by

Re: [RE-wrenches] BenQ AUO AC Unison modules

David, These used Solarbridge micros. Sunpower has taken over support for the micros. Unsure about module support. Carl Adams SunRock Solar NABCEP Certified PV Installer On Nov 11, 2017 12:30 PM, "David Palumbo" wrote: > > Wrenches, > 6 years ago we put in a few syste

Re: [RE-wrenches] Squirrel Guards for Solarworld 2.0 Frames

Nick, We use the SnapNRack screen and attach with SS self tapers and fender washers. Carl Adams SunRock Solar NABCEP Certified PV Installer On Tue, May 8, 2018, 11:51 AM Nik Ponzio, Building Energy < npon...@buildingenergyus.com> wrote: > We need to add squirrel guards to an older sy

Re: [RE-wrenches] SI 5048 and replacement Lithium Ion battery bank

> points needed, if you are interested I can put in touch with the powers > that be > Jerry > > On Tue, Jan 7, 2020 at 9:09 AM Carl Adams wrote: > >> Hello Wrenches, >> I have a SI 5048 system installed in 2012 with Concorde PVX-4050HT AGM >> battery bank. The sy

[RE-wrenches] Renewal of SolarEdge Monitoring for cell modem

Hello Wrenches, I have a Solar Edge site which has a cell modem installed. It had a 5 year monitoring contract and that has now expired. Anyone know what the process is to get this extended/renewed? With Kind Regards Carl Adams President, SunRock Solar

[RE-wrenches] Direct Grid Tie Upgrade - drawing attached

tie in. Given the existing connections for the 2 existing DGT inverters can I connect as proposed in the drawing or would I need to perform a line side tap on the primary feed. Alternative suggestions appreciated. Carl Adams SunRock Solar, LLC DGT Upgrade Single Line Drawing.pdf Description

[RE-wrenches] Pitched EPDM Roof Attachment

roof would likely compress the underlying foam and result in divets at each foot. What do you recommend to disperse the load at the point of attachment 2) What type of screw do you recommend for attaching the L-Feet to the purlins With Regards Carl Adams NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sanyo HIP 200 BA19

Drake, Conergy may have a few On Tue, Sep 8, 2009 at 3:37 PM, Drake Chamberlin wrote: > Hello Wrenches, > > Does anyone know who has Sanyo HIP 200 BA19 modules? > > Thanks, > > Drake Chamberlin > Athens Electric > OH License 44810 > CO License 3773 > NABCEP TM  Certified PV Installer > Office -

Re: [RE-wrenches] SS Tek Crews

ype screws out there I'm not finding? Does anyone have pullout strengths for this type of attachment? With Regards Carl Adams NABCEP Certified PV Installer SunRock Solar, LLC On Thu, Feb 5, 2009 at 6:51 PM, Peter Parrish wrote: > Does anyone have a source for stainless steel, self tap

Re: [RE-wrenches] butyl on a roll

vered with the eternabond goo that we had throw away the lag bolt rather than fowl anything and everything that came in contact with it. Cheers Carl Adams SunRock Solar ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wr

[RE-wrenches] Solar Christmas Goodies

Hello Wrenches, Since year end projects are going to keep us crazy busy till year end, I am breaking with tradition and getting started early on my Christmas shopping. I have a tradition in my family of giving an ornament to each family member. Usually something relevant to the years experience

Re: [RE-wrenches] 2008 690.31

Dave, I'd be interested in seeing pictures of your work here. We have several ground mount systems upcoming. Thanks Carl On Tue, Nov 10, 2009 at 8:51 PM, David Palumbo wrote: > William, > > > > From 2008 Handbook (actual codebook is not at my desk at this time). > > IV. Wiring Methods > > 690

[RE-wrenches] GEPVp-200-MCA Modules Needed

Wrenches, Trying to match up some GE modules. Customer currently has 22 installed and wants to add another 11 modules. Can anyone recommend a supplier for these? Thanks Carl SunRock Solar ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wre

[RE-wrenches] 240V - 3 Phase meter needed

Hello Wrenches, Can anyone recommend a source for a refurbished 240V - 3 Phase meter. Thanks Carl SunRock Solar ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/

Re: [RE-wrenches] SMA GFDI Err Tip was PV Powered vs SMA

We have seen this error on the SMA 3000 and SMA4000 units, the 5,6, and 7K do not seem to exhibit the problem. The disconcerting thing to me is that if you do nothing and just let the inverter stay ON, the error will clear itself in about 20 - 40 minutes. The error may clear on the first day of s

[RE-wrenches] 600A 240V 3Phase 3Wire Panel Needed

Hello Wrenches, I am in need of the following 600A 22,000 AIC Main Lug Only Panel 240 V 3 Phase 3 wire I am having difficulty locating one in stock at an affordable price. Any suggestions on sourcing would be appreciated. Glen Burt, and John McNicholas, thanks for your previous suggestions on lo

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fronius IG Plus line

Marco, My only comment is the 3 phase units are a long lead time item. Fronius expects to catch up to demand by end of Q1 2010. Carl SunRock Solar On Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 6:55 PM, Marco Mangelsdorf wrote: > I have yet to install a Fronius IG Plus inverter. Looking through the > manual I’m t

Re: [RE-wrenches] Best angle - direct grid tie

the site should be used for a more accurate assessment. Cheers Carl Adams SunRock Solar, LLC On Mon, Jan 4, 2010 at 6:08 PM, Ryan LeBlanc wrote: > Drake, > > The SPA software is likely telling you 'close-to-the' optimum tilt for > maximum total annual peak production, withou

[RE-wrenches] Power Factor and Grid Tied PV

impact of a DGT PV system on power factor. With Regards Carl Adams SunRock Solar, LLC. ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenche

Re: [RE-wrenches] Solar accumulation panel

commercial install was as you suggest to simplify the grid connection. The residential Enphase install was done to provide a single point of metering for the system. I hope this helps Carl Adams SunRock Solar On Tue, Jan 12, 2010 at 2:35 PM, William Miller wrote: > Andrew: > > It is n

[RE-wrenches] Load or Line Side was Solar accumulation panel

might help change the position of the AHJ next time round? I still believe our initial installation represents the safest configuration. Carl Adams SunRock Solar, LLC ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fed. 30% grant to businesses

Wrenches, I was just complementing the US Treasury on there swift response to the grant application. My customer submitted his application on the 13th of January. We received this response on the 26th (10 business days later). === From: treas1...@n

[RE-wrenches] Fwd: SMA Secure Power Supply

s helpful, and again I'd like to here from those of you who have already deployed these units. Carl Adams SunRock Solar ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change email address & s

[RE-wrenches] SMA Secure Power Supply

units went through some beta testing early this year, so I would still appreciate any feedback from any wrenches who have actually installed them. With Regards Carl Adams SunRock Solar From: Nick Soleil Date: Fri, Jul 19, 2013 at 9:45 PM Subject: Fwd: [RE-wrenches] Fwd: SMA Secure Power Supply To:

Re: [RE-wrenches] RE-wrenches Digest, Vol 6, Issue 276

held up very well. Action Engraving m...@action-engraving.com 817-504-2836 2243 Valwood Parkway Farmers Branch TX 75234 With Regards Carl Adams SunRock Solar On Mon, Jul 22, 2013 at 12:46 PM, Corey Shalanski < cshalan...@joule-energy.com> wrote: > Our local inspector is allowing sti

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase failures

. Those failures are reflected in the above statistics. With Regards Carl Adams SunRock Solar On Fri, Aug 2, 2013 at 10:29 PM, Marco Mangelsdorf wrote: > What are you all seeing as far as failure rates for the Enphase M215s?*** > * > > ** ** > > I’ve got a contractor f

Re: [RE-wrenches] SMA E-Panel and Inverter OCPD

ate breakers so you can turn off the inverter output. > > The Sunny Boy outputs also go through a 2-pole circuit breaker. > > What OCPD are you referring to ? > > boB > > > > > On 9/16/2013 12:31 PM, Carl Adams wrote: > > Hello Wrenches, > > We are install

[RE-wrenches] Safely inducing arc fault and ground fault in a completed array

particular how the arc fault is cleared, after detection. (assuming it is detected) Any suggestions appreciated. With Regards Carl Adams NABCEP 031508-1 SunRock Solar ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org

Re: [RE-wrenches] Low slope membrane roof attachment

height will determine the minimum standoff shaft height. You mentioned you don't use the other hardware. Are just attaching an LFoot to the top of the post? With Regards Carl Adams NABCEP 031508-1 SunRock Solar ___ List sponsored by Home Power mag

[RE-wrenches] UPS disturbance with SMA Inverters

ng main distribution panel. The service is 240V single phase. With Regards Carl Adams, SunRock Solar NABCEP Certified PV Installer ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email addr

Re: [RE-wrenches] UPS disturbance with SMA Inverters

; > Glenn > -- > From: Carl Adams > Sent: ‎8/‎4/‎2014 10:29 > To: RE-wrenches > Subject: [RE-wrenches] UPS disturbance with SMA Inverters > > Hello Wrenches, > > I have a site which is experiencing nuisance disturbance of the computer > UPS systems at the site.

Re: [RE-wrenches] Conduit supports on sloped composite shingle roofs

aluminum channel or square aluminum rail and then mount stainless steel mini for conduit supported at any height you wish. Lead time on the easy feat is sometimes long. With Regards Carl Adams, President SunRock Solar 513.290.9072 (cell) 513.766.6025 (office) On Sep 22, 2014, at 7:57 PM, Chris

Re: [RE-wrenches] Modules over vents

and apply a four inch stainless steel hose clamp around the pipe just to prevent foreign objects from entering the vent pipe. I have never had an inspector question this method. With Regards Carl Adams, President SunRock Solar 513.290.9072 (cell) 513.766.6025 (office) On Sep 24, 2014, at 1:37

Re: [RE-wrenches] tax credit carryover

My CPA said that for residential customers, the credit could be carried forward until the year the credit expires (2016) Carl Adams NABCEP Ceritifed Solar Installer Sunrock Solar On Tue, Feb 10, 2015 at 12:54 PM, Kristopher Schmid wrote: > I am interested in the answer to your question, K

[RE-wrenches] Yingli modules

I have a customer who insists he must have Yingli modules. So far I can't find them in distribution anywhere. Anyone have a source? With Regards Carl Adams, President SunRock Solar 513.290.9072 (cell) 513.766.6025 (office)___ List sponsored by Re

Re: [RE-wrenches] Yingli modules

Thanks Kevin. I'll check them out With Regards Carl Adams, President SunRock Solar 513.290.9072 (cell) 513.766.6025 (office) On Feb 16, 2015, at 8:44 PM, Kevin Eigel wrote: HI Carl: You could try Focused Energy for the the Yingli modules. Kevin Eigel Ecohouse Solar 614-805-5776 >

Re: [RE-wrenches] Yingli modules

Thanks for the tips. Focused Energy is carrying the Poly 255 Yingli black frame white backsheet. Conergy referred me to Soligent and they are not carrying the Yingli brand. Rumor is the Panda mono from Yingli are not available in the US. Can anyone confirm this rumor? Cheers Carl Adams NABCEP

[RE-wrenches] Fwd: 72 cell Mono modules needed

Hello Wrenches, I am looking for a good tier 1 module for an upcoming project. The architect has speced mono crystalline modules in the 300w - 325w range, approximate size 77" x 40". Any recommendations on a product and supplier would be appreciated. With regards Carl Adams NABCEP Ce

Re: [RE-wrenches] Discrepency between inverter kWH reading andsolar production meter

inverter manufacturers. Carl Adams President, SunRock Solar mobile 513.290.9072 On May 22, 2015 8:39 PM, "frenergy" wrote: > Hopefully there tech department can shed some light on this for you, > however, it would certainly be to SolarEdge's benefit to appear to be > prod

Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack

than the UNIVRAC ULA. The online configurator for the residential ground mount has a few bugs. A call to snap and rack tech support resolved the issues and they ran the configurations thru their internal tools to verify measurements. They were very accessible and helpful in their response. Carl

[RE-wrenches] Outback Optics RE

experience would be appreciated. Carl Adams NABBCEP Certified PV Installer SunRock Solar ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] Can anyone identify this mounting system and module

Thanks for the responses. On Thu, Oct 22, 2015 at 12:27 PM, Nick Soleil wrote: > That is the Andalay/Westinghouse Solar system. They can be reached at: > http://www.andalaysolar.com/ > > On Thu, Oct 22, 2015 at 7:59 AM, Carl Adams wrote: > >> I have not been onsite but

[RE-wrenches] Mage Solar US Support contact

Hello Fellow wrenches, I have a couple of failed Mage solar AC modules. These are Mage Solar panels with an integrated Solardridge inverter. Anyone have a good contact number for Mage Solar US Support, or do I need to call Germany? Thanks Carl Adams SunRock Solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] Mage Solar US Support contact

SunPower support team evaluated the two failed inverters via the web interface and agreed to send out two replacement inverters Carl Adams On Oct 25, 2015 8:35 AM, "William Dorsett" wrote: > Carl, I wondered what would happen to other AC module manufacturers using > these

[RE-wrenches] Source Circuit Disconnect - 690.14 (C)(1)

cture to the first readily accessible disconnecting means. The disconnecting means shall comply with 690.14(A) through (D). With Regards Carl Adams, President SunRock Solar, LLC 513.290.9072 (cell) 513.766.6025 (office) DC Source Conduit Run.pdf Description: Adobe PDF doc

Re: [RE-wrenches] Solar Edge Optimizer failures

Lena, We've been installing the Solar Edge product for a few years now and are experiencing good reliability. I think we have had 2 optimizers which were DOA from the factory. One was completely dead the other had a 25% reduced output. No problems with warranty replacements. With Regards

Re: [RE-wrenches] SIP W/ metal roof

Drake, We've use DP&W Easy Feet for this application. Carl Adams SunRock Solar NACEP Certified PV Instsller On Apr 11, 2016 12:09 PM, "Drake" wrote: > Hello Wrenches, > > What is the best solution for fastening arrays to SIP construction? This > is a metal roof.

[RE-wrenches] SolarEdge comm card failures

the issue recur for that site. But now we are seeing similar behavior from three other sites, all installed a in the second half of 2012. Just wondering if anyone else has encountered this. Thanks Carl Adams SunRock Solar <https://www.avast.com/en-us/lp-safe-emailing-2109?utm_medium=email&am

Re: [RE-wrenches] SolarEdge comm card failures

least. I hope this is helpful. With Kind Regards Carl Adams SunRock Solar On Mon, Apr 18, 2016 at 2:26 PM, Howie Michaelson wrote: > Carl, > > We experienced a rash of Comm Card issues with several SE installs over > several years, but none exactly as you describe. Our issues were

Re: [RE-wrenches] Failure Modes Solar Edge

il if anything goes wrong. We typically set up the customer and our monitoring email account to receive these alerts. Carl Adams SunRock Solar NACEP Certified PV Instsller On May 2, 2016 10:00 AM, "Howie Michaelson" wrote: > Mac, > That outs not the typical type of failure in my ex

[RE-wrenches] MAGE AC modules

. With REgards Carl Adams SunRock Solar ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List-Arc

[RE-wrenches] 20 kW 208/120 inverters

Hello Wrenches, I am looking of a recommendation on a 208 3 phase inverter in the 20 kW range. Any suggestions? Carl Adams SunRock Solar NABCEP Certified PV Installer ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re

Re: [RE-wrenches] 20 kW 208/120 inverters

Jason, It looks like the 14k is 208/120V but the 20TL is 277/480 Carl Adams SunRock Solar NABCEP Certified PV Installer On Mon, Jun 13, 2016 at 2:15 PM, Jason Szumlanski < ja...@floridasolardesigngroup.com> wrote: > Solectria PVI 20TL would meet your criteria. I can't vouch for i

Re: [RE-wrenches] 20 kW 208/120 inverters

initial expense and installation labor. Thanks for your suggestions Carl Adams SunRock Solar NABCEP Certified PV Installer On Mon, Jun 13, 2016 at 4:16 PM, Jason Szumlanski < ja...@floridasolardesigngroup.com> wrote: > You're right. They share the same installation an user manuals,

Re: [RE-wrenches] SolarEdge 7600 and the Powerwall

Marco, Are the two switch gear boxes integral to the installation. If so can you give me an idea of what their function/purpose is? On Mon, Jun 13, 2016 at 9:20 PM, Marco Mangelsdorf wrote: > Provides an idea of size and scale. > > [image: Tesla Battery system Aalto residence2. 6 may 2016] > >

Re: [RE-wrenches] SolarEdge 7600 and the Powerwall

Chris, Nice finish on the Sonnen install. It looks fabulous. My understanding is the Eco 2-8 integrate the 4kW radian, and the 10-16 incorporates the 8kW radian. I assume generator support is fully supported On Fri, Jun 17, 2016 at 8:35 AM, Chris Mason wrote: > I promised a picture of the So

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sonnen Battery & Outback Radian Inverter

gards, Gary Willett Icarus Engineering LLC [image: []] On 6/17/16 2:09 PM, Chris Mason wrote: Yes, correct on both. The generator support is there, I did not use it. On Fri, Jun 17, 2016 at 3:07 PM, Carl Adams wrote: Chris, Nice finish on the Sonnen install. It looks fabulous. My understanding

Re: [RE-wrenches] Add-On to DGT, string inverter, w/Different Modules on 2nd string

n the older SW175 string. The owner can find a new home for the old inverter on EBAY Carl Adams SunRock Solar NABCEP Certified PV Instsller On Jun 21, 2016 6:13 PM, "Jerry Shafer" wrote: > I have 12 sharp 72 cell and that only 444 voc so that should not be an > issue, yes l know h

[RE-wrenches] Rapid ShutDown Requirement

located within 10 ft of the array we do not need to add any rapid shutdown devices. The inverter AC ouput disconnects would satisfy the requirement. Does that match your understanding? Thanks in advance Carl Adams President, SunRock Solar ___ List

Re: [RE-wrenches] Protecting Asphalt Shingled Roofs

Our crew wear CougarPaws boots when working on asphalt shingles. Very gentle on the roof and added traction is a great safety improvement on steeper pitches. They seem to run 1/2 to 1 size larger than the normal boot for most of the crew. https://www.cougarpaws.com Carl Adams SunRock Solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] Pass through/transition box for Enphase

I second Mike Nelson's approach, simple, easily inspectable, rugged. Carl Adams SunRock Solar NABCEP Certified PV Installer On Aug 10, 2016 12:20 PM, "Mike Nelson" wrote: > I have been using buchannon copper crimps with their plastic snap on "wire > nuts" fo

[RE-wrenches] Amphenol and MC4 crimper

e your thoughts. With Regards Carl Adams, President SunRock Solar, LLC 513.290.9072 (cell) 513.766.6025 (office) ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address & settings: http:

[RE-wrenches] Roof layout and proposal tools

Hello Wrenches, I've been using ModSolar for preliminary estimated and roof layout. While it works OK, it can be a bit kwirky at times and the aerial imagery is at times less than ideal. I'm looking to see what else is out there? Carl Adams SunRock Solar NABCEP Certified PV

[RE-wrenches] Evergreen Solar Panels (ES-A-200-fa3)

Looking for some of these Evergreen modules or something compatible. Please contact me of list. Carl Adams SunRock Solar NABCEP Certified PV Installer cad...@sunrocksolar.com 513.290.9072 ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches

[RE-wrenches] SMA Sunny WebBox mobile/wireless options

eless option for them to use while the house is being renovated and prior to their wired internet connection being in place. Have any of you dealt with this situation previously, and if so do you have any working installations running over mobile services? With Regards Carl Adams SunRock

[RE-wrenches] PathFinder Photo at 18 degrees latitude needed

With Regards Carl Adams SunRock Solar, LLC. ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List-Archive: http:/

[RE-wrenches] MC4 Box connectors

Hello Fellow Wrenches Is anyone using MC4 box connectors and if so do you have a source for these in small quantities. I need 20 each male and female for an upcoming project. MC Part number 32.0057P0001 for the Male and 32.0056P0001 for the Female. With Regards Carl Adams SunRock Solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] MC4 Box connectors

you could share it. With Regards Carl Adams SunRock Solar On Fri, Mar 2, 2012 at 10:41 AM, jay peltz wrote: > Hi William, > > Was this cheaper than getting bulkhead fittings? > Very cool work around. > > Jay > > peltz power > On Mar 2, 2012, at 7:19 AM, William Miller w

Re: [RE-wrenches] Combining Solectria PVI 2500 with SB3000

Dave, You can also change the jumper settings on the SMA, so that it does not require a neutral. Regards Carl On Apr 19, 2012 2:06 PM, "Dave Palumbo" wrote: > Dave, > > Very good. Thanks for the pick up on the 650A Service Disconnect issue. > > Dave Palumbo > > -Original Message- > From

Re: [RE-wrenches] Boxes and bags

I second the Veto Pro Pak. Tough as nails, and nice organization. Multiple configurations to suit your purpose. On Apr 23, 2012 5:08 PM, "bob ellison" wrote: > I have used tool bags from Sears for years, graduating to bigger each time. > At the present time I have switched to the one with the ru

[RE-wrenches] Dynoraxx

Hello Wrenches, Has anyone installed the DynoRaxx system. I am looking for some feedback on the product from someone who has hands on experience. If not feel free to add your opinion on the best ballasted flat roof mounting system you do have experience with. With Regards Carl Adams SunRock

[RE-wrenches] Sunny Portal kwh/kwp specific yield

and if so can you offer any insights? With REgards Carl Adams SunRock Solar ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wren

[RE-wrenches] Solar Attic Fans

a brand new device. Makes me wonder about it's longevity. Have any of you a good quality brand you would recommend for those customers who are interested? With Regards Carl Adams, SunRock Solar ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Ad

[RE-wrenches] Generac tech support phone number

Hello wrenches, In the field today commissioning a Sunny Island system. We are using a Generac ATS (nexus smart switch). I have this number 888.436.3722 but am told when I call they don't provide phone support. Any help appreciated. Sent from my iPhone _

[RE-wrenches] 120V grid tie inverter recommendation

Hello Wrenches, We are looking at a job where we need to install a number of small 2K PV systems where we only have 120V AC available. Is there a good choice for a small grid tie AC inverter in this voltage and power range? With Regards Carl Adams SunRock Solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] 120V grid tie inverter recommendation

Thanks BIll, Jesse, David, Drake, and Allan, It seems the Exeltech is a good choice for this application. Gris tied with 120V supply to the PV array location. With REgards, Carl Adams SunRock Solar ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List

[RE-wrenches] SI5048 Commissioning Test

8 and verify correct behavior. I would love to hear from those who have commissioned similar SI configurations, about other scenarios we should be testing to adequately qualify the system. Carl Adams SunRock Solar NABCEP Certified PV Installer ___ List

[RE-wrenches] PVSYST or similar analysis needed

but I neither have the tool nor the experience using it to perform the modeling, so I am looking to hire the job out to someone who does. If any of you have the software and expertise to use it please contact me off list for more detailed requirements. With Regards Carl Adams, SunRock Solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] Solar Pool Heating

Jason, We do a few systems each year, and I think it would add to the discussions, probably not enough traffic to support it's own list. Carl SunRock Solar On Wed, Nov 28, 2012 at 8:32 PM, Jason Szumlanski wrote: > I was wondering how many people on the list do solar pool heating and if > it w

Re: [RE-wrenches] finding array ground faults

Marco, I second Chris' suggestion. Disconnect all strings at the combiner. Check VOC PV+ to ground, and PV- to ground on each string, and PV+ to PV-. This should point you to the faulty string. If the string consists of 10 modules, each with VOC of 30 volts then you should see +300V from PV+ t

[RE-wrenches] Squirrel/leaf guard for solar array

keep the leaf debri from building up under the array. Do any of you have suggestions for materials and methods to do this. A link to photos of installed projects would be appreciated. Thanks Carl Adams SunRock Solar ___ List sponsored by Home Power

Re: [RE-wrenches] DC generators

economics could work with the current low NG prices, but only during the winter months when he has a need for the excess heat being generated. The Kohler you point out doesn't have the voltage specs to match the SB6000s, but I'd be interested in other thoughts on this approach. Carl Ada

[RE-wrenches] Modules approved for horizontal mounting

, by the manufacturer, for flat (horizontal) mounting, or have a good point of contact with any of these manufacturers so I can get a quick answer direct from them? We have a 20 psf design snow load in our area. Cheers Carl Adams SunRock Solar ___ List

[RE-wrenches] seimens QP 20 A 240 V breaker backfeed

-Forwarded on behalf of Gary Easton at ARP-Solar With Regards Carl Adams, President SunRock Solar, LLC 513.290.9072 (cell) 513.766.6025 (office) -- Forwarded message -- From: gary easton Date: Tue, Apr 23, 2013 at 1:12 PM Subject: backfeeding breakers To: RE-wrenches Hello

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase "AC Frequency Out Of Range"

they informed him that this issue has occurred previously on other installations where the utility has a TWACs metering system (Please reference case number 260517). Enphase applied a firmware upgrade to the site and that has resolved the issue. With Regards Carl Adams SunRock Solar On Mon, Apr

Re: [RE-wrenches] SHW Schuco issue

Dave, Were you successful in tracking down one of these pumps? We have a number of Schuco units in the field all running fine at present, but it would be good to have a part source when the time comes. Any joy locating a US distributor for the Tyfocor-LS? Cheers Carl Adams SunRock Solar

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