Re: [RE-wrenches] SMA arc faults

2021-12-18 Thread Dave Tedeyan
ltage. Cheers, Dave On Sat, Dec 18, 2021, 4:15 PM Jason Szumlanski < ja...@floridasolardesigngroup.com> wrote: > I haven't seen many, but every one I've seen has been a melted MC4 > connector. > > Jason Szumlanski > Florida Solar Design Group > > On Sat, D

Re: [RE-wrenches] SMA arc faults

2021-12-24 Thread Dave Tedeyan
data and is from circa 2016, but the one time I have seen an arc fault actually due to the field wiring in a system, it was a loose connector going into one of the AC terminals on a TL-22 inverter. Cheers, Dave On Fri, Dec 24, 2021 at 11:57 AM Harry Mahon wrote: > Bill – the AFCI circuitry

Re: [RE-wrenches] SolarEdge inverter blowing fuses

2022-01-03 Thread Dave Tedeyan
Hi All, I thought I would follow up to report that I swapped out the old GE 60A switch with a SQD one, and there have been no blown fuses since! Cheers, Dave On Tue, Nov 2, 2021 at 4:50 PM Jerry Shafer wrote: > looks like one more failure, once they start there is no going back as the >

[RE-wrenches] Conext XW+ 5548 fan replacement

2022-01-11 Thread Dave Tedeyan
this before, but that was for the charge controller. A couple people said they had suppliers for the fans, but none specifically were mentioned on that thread. I appreciate the help! Cheers, Dave -- [image: Logo] <https://www.sungineersolar.com/> Dave Tedeyan, P.E. Owner | Sungineer Solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] Lithium Ion tool batteries

2022-01-21 Thread Dave Tedeyan
I use DeWalt tools, mostly because that is what I ended up with. But they have been working totally fine. No complaints here in upstate NY. I do generally bring them in overnight in the winter. Cheers, Dave On Fri, Jan 21, 2022 at 11:12 AM Jesse Dahl wrote: > I use Delwalt only because t

Re: [RE-wrenches] neutral sizing for sense

2022-01-25 Thread Dave Tedeyan
. Cheers, Dave On Tue, Jan 25, 2022, 8:37 AM wrote: > "the maximum load connected between the neutral and any one ungrounded > <https://up.codes/viewer/new_york/nfpa-70-2017/chapter/1/general#ungrounded> > conductor > plus the inverter > <https://up.codes/viewer/ne

Re: [RE-wrenches] Rapid Shutdown for Off-grid systems

2022-01-31 Thread Dave Tedeyan
I also recently used the Tigo with Sol-Ark to provide the 12V signal with good success. The Tigo transmitter can also (barely) fit inside the Sol-Ark wiring compartment, so you do not need the whole Tigo enclosure for it. Cheers, Dave On Mon, Jan 31, 2022 at 8:21 PM Kirpal wrote: > Hi Will

Re: [RE-wrenches] SolarEdge Monitoring Access

2022-02-07 Thread Dave Tedeyan
Maybe I just got lucky, but at least once I just called (or maybe even only submitted a ticket to) SolarEdge about an orphaned system asking for installer access and they just granted it. It's worth a shot. Cheers, Dave On Mon, Feb 7, 2022 at 3:57 PM Jason Szumlanski

[RE-wrenches] Solar Panel Sealant

2022-03-09 Thread Dave Tedeyan
Hi All, What sealant do you all like to use for flashings on a shingle roof? I have used the Geocel S2 and S4 for years, and it seems like it is nearly impossible to get right now. Thanks! Dave -- [image: Logo] <https://www.sungineersolar.com/> Dave Tedeyan, P.E. Owner | Sungineer Solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] Solar Panel Sealant

2022-03-09 Thread Dave Tedeyan
August and Jason, thanks for the suggestions. I also had a random vendor online tell me that the S2 and S4 is in fact discontinued and was replaced by the Geocel 4600 series. I am wondering if anyone here has used that as well? Cheers, Dave On Wed, Mar 9, 2022 at 9:32 AM August Goers wrote

Re: [RE-wrenches] Monitoring on Remote Sites

2022-03-14 Thread Dave Tedeyan
Engenius one, and always need to get mounted outside. I would also be curious to hear what models others have tried. Cheers, Dave On Mon, Mar 14, 2022 at 1:48 PM AE Solar wrote: > Wrenchers, > We have a project on a large property, where the install site has no > internet (there is inte

Re: [RE-wrenches] Monitoring on Remote Sites

2022-03-14 Thread Dave Tedeyan
y I cannot use the Engenius equipment anymore, since their 202 replacement is 5Ghz only. Cheers, Dave On Mon, Mar 14, 2022 at 2:28 PM Luke Christy wrote: > Adam, > I would second Dave’s suggestion to use wireless bridges for this > application -if hardwired internet access is availab

Re: [RE-wrenches] Monitoring on Remote Sites

2022-03-16 Thread Dave Tedeyan
h the line between the radios. Cheers, Dave On Wed, Mar 16, 2022 at 1:22 PM AE Solar wrote: > Hey all, > > Thanks for all the good info and sorry for the slow reply. I meant to > mention in the first post that line of sight is an issue. It’s probably a > quarter mile (maybe less) throug

[RE-wrenches] Ironridge BOSS splice

2022-03-16 Thread Dave Tedeyan
d use them. Cheers, Dave -- [image: Logo] <https://www.sungineersolar.com/> Dave Tedeyan, P.E. Owner | Sungineer Solar p: he | him | his a: 1653 Slaterville Rd. | Ithaca, NY 14850 w: www.sungineersolar.com <http://www.sungineersolar.com/> c: (607) 288-2898 __

Re: [RE-wrenches] Ironridge BOSS splice

2022-03-17 Thread Dave Tedeyan
lice for a normal joint. It just needs to be far enough away so that the bolt can engage properly. Cheers, Dave On Wed, Mar 16, 2022 at 4:24 PM Jason Szumlanski < ja...@floridasolardesigngroup.com> wrote: > That's how I read it. They meant to write: > > "UFO and Bonding Hardw

Re: [RE-wrenches] Underground Data Transmission

2017-11-07 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Home Depot Cat5 or 6 in armored liquid tite conduit. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > Our company typically uses Belden 3106A cable (22AWG) for data > transmissi

Re: [RE-wrenches] SW inverter trivia

2017-11-09 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
there is this storage shed of SW's and MX-60s :) Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > Friends: > > > > Some of you may remember when the original Xantr

Re: [RE-wrenches] Lezeti Hybrid Mini-Split Solar Air Conditioner

2017-11-21 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Good Advice Bill! We use the Fujitsu offgrid and it is over 30 SEER and amazing at heating also. The maintenance on an indoor wall unit is not easy for sure. Best not to let it go too long. What do you have to do to get the floor unit open and clean the fan? I have never tried one. --Dave

Re: [RE-wrenches] Lezeti Hybrid Mini-Split Solar Air Conditioner

2017-11-22 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
The last model I saw was Panasonic compressor of around 20 SEER BTW. --Dave > Wrenches > As I recall the LEZETi has a SEER of 32 or better, High voltage DC motor > and compressor, very quiet and it does have the long fan no different then > other Split units and depending on operato

Re: [RE-wrenches] Storage Battery Permitting

2017-12-13 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
thing you might do is have the owner take out the permit and you are the consultant. Good Luck Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > Dear Wrenches, > Has anyone inst

Re: [RE-wrenches] Storage Battery Permitting

2017-12-13 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
thing you might do is have the owner take out the permit and you are the consultant. Good Luck Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > Dear Wrenches, > Has anyone inst

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback inverter generator question

2017-12-17 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
One of the nice things about the Honda 6500i that I keep for a customer spare is that it can safely run 120 at near full output. It can do 240 as well and was replaced by the honda 7000i. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgr

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback Skybox info?

2017-12-26 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
& etiquette: > www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm > > Check out or update participant bios: > www.members.re-wrenches.org > > Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060

Re: [RE-wrenches] GS battery use?

2018-01-04 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
this battery and wanted Surrette but. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > Hadn't seen the spec sheet of the GS battery... thanks. > > It's a Carbon bat

Re: [RE-wrenches] blue planet batteries

2018-01-04 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
ut to my Outback and Schneider systems to the web portals and this won't do it, yet. Staying too dry here for January! You Jay? Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 >

Re: [RE-wrenches] blue planet batteries

2018-01-06 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Since there are no coms to the system from the battery, the Blues will work with most any 48V nominal inverter/charger/mppts. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > Will t

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sunflower - Energy Innovations

2018-01-12 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
AZ 250 but it's 8 inch pole is pretty hard to get into remote hilly places. Their HZLA is great also but not easy on some hill. Anyone see a good single axis pole mount out there? I keep hoping as my stock of the old Wattsuns/Array Technology is down to one? Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar &

Re: [RE-wrenches] Off grid DC Loads: DC Converter

2018-01-16 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Seems to me that you are on the edge for that size battery in winter. If the inverter is going to be on, converters are kind of nutty to me. I could see having one 24V for the freezer but... I only use Concorde AGM's when I have to. Is there an AH counter or Batt Mon? Good Luck Dave Ang

Re: [RE-wrenches] Off grid DC Loads: DC Converter

2018-01-17 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Or just design extra loading in. Tell them they have this much wiggle room and after that, it is the next size in battery and more solar. People always use more after a year or so. I also have the client post a copy of the cost for the battery on the wall near the system. Good Luck! Dave

Re: [RE-wrenches] Off grid DC Loads: DC Converter

2018-01-18 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
ons.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org > > List-Archive: > http://www.mail-archive.com/re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org/maillist.html > > List rules & etiquette: > www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm > > Check out or update participant bios: > www.members.re-wrenches.org > &

Re: [RE-wrenches] Schneider 600volt Charge Controller

2018-01-18 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
My record is 1500 feet with the mppt-80-600v. I don't have a generator so I am a bit different:) the pix is working again! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > We ha

Re: [RE-wrenches] Schneider 600volt Charge Controller

2018-01-18 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
a few other choices I have had to use I can dig up if needed. PM me. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > Hi Howie, > > I have installed about 10 of these and all h

Re: [RE-wrenches] automatic transfer switch

2018-01-19 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I think so also for the same reason Chris! So I guess I don't understand why you need the external transfer switch Jay? Is not the internal radian transfer switch the less is more for offgrid? --Dave > I think Radians are redundant anyway, if you parallel the output they will > keep

Re: [RE-wrenches] Schneider 600volt Charge Controller

2018-01-19 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
he arc fault requirement for >> CC’s? >> >> thx >> jay >> >> peltz power >> >> > On Jan 18, 2018, at 2:58 PM, Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar < >> offgridso...@sti.net> wrote: >> > >> > Yep same here the ubiquitous CH361

Re: [RE-wrenches] RV solar with SunPower

2018-01-20 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org > > List-Archive: > http://www.mail-archive.com/re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org/maillist.html > > List rules & etiquette: > www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm > > Check out or update participant bios: > www

Re: [RE-wrenches] RV solar with SunPower

2018-01-20 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Definitely agree! The E series is fine ! I run strings of 6 or 7 all the time negative ground GFCI. Best panel in the world with Panasonic and LG a close second! --Dave > A number of years ago SunPower switched to using a new cell that does NOT > require positive grounding. > > So

Re: [RE-wrenches] has anyone ever had this happen?

2018-01-23 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
amount you received. It is not cheap to set something like this up so collect a fee at the start! You have to do something to protect your most valuable treasure! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@s

Re: [RE-wrenches] has anyone ever had this happen?

2018-01-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Not to mention that the Baja and the mainland are very different also. I lived down there and did business for 10 years and so all of my knowledge gained is probably very outdated 18 years later. It probably was old news 1 year later:) Use a shipping container! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "

Re: [RE-wrenches] My .02 - 12/24v garage door opener.....

2018-01-31 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
inspection for offgrid homes but if there is a fire they will say they told the installer no DC wiring except in the area of the battery. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 >

[RE-wrenches] EMP and Solar

2018-02-01 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
A client sent me this link below. They are marketing this device which was tested for a very fast response compared to a lighting arrestor designed slower response requirement. Comments if you have time to read it? http://www.myempshield.com/ Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where power

Re: [RE-wrenches] EMP and Solar

2018-02-01 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
good and these folks have been around for quite some time. http://www.myempshield.com/Resources.htm As I asked in the first post, has anyone seen anything like this out there? Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail

Re: [RE-wrenches] experience with the Tesla Powerwall

2018-02-10 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Tesla also promises an offgrid version soon that will be DC coupled. The price is not bad for 13 KWH right now. The system is 50 vdc which to me is usable as it stands. All of the 400vdc batteries are not conceived right in my humble opinion! Not to mention for safety in my home! Dave Angelini

Re: [RE-wrenches] experience with the Tesla Powerwall

2018-02-13 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
The AC powerwall has cooling, it is a liquid? Anyone know if the 5kw continuous and 7kw peak limits change with multiple units? Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > I t

Re: [RE-wrenches] Powerwall and other Li

2018-02-15 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
but if a client wants to be able to stay in their home, it is pretty easy these days. Add in the SGIP and Federal credits, and for some it is a no brainer! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net te

Re: [RE-wrenches] Older iCel System Lithium Ion Batteries (Steve Higgins)

2018-02-16 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
@lists.re-wrenches.org >> >> Change listserver email address & settings: >> http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org >> >> List-Archive: >> http://www.mail-archive.com/re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org/maillist.html >> >>

Re: [RE-wrenches] experience with the Tesla Powerwall

2018-02-17 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
h I assume to mean that it will not require AC coupling like the current models do. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > Hi Mac > > Thanks for mentioning this, I’v

Re: [RE-wrenches] Li+ Systems Puerto Rico

2018-02-19 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
nice the Engineers at Schneider did making a simple power display with all the Offgrid data. I left out the Generator display as we do not need one here in the California Sierras. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-

Re: [RE-wrenches] Li+ Systems Puerto Rico

2018-02-19 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
battery company a ways back. --Dave > Blue Planet - Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries are a good option for off > grid and work very well with the Outback Radian inverters. They are rated > at 8000 cycles (20+ years of daily cycling!!) to 100 depth of discharge > and > can be monitored

Re: [RE-wrenches] Li+ Systems Puerto Rico

2018-02-19 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
model is looks more mainstream/commercial. --Dave > Hi Kirpal, > > “...8000 cycles (20+ years of daily cycling!!) to 100 depth of > discharge…” > I saw that on their website but there is no substantiating data from real > cycle life tests. When Sony introduced this battery,

Re: [RE-wrenches] Li+ Systems Puerto Rico

2018-02-20 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Test data is almost as important as will the company will still be there! That is why I was unhappy that LG Chem (huge company) has decided not to be a player for Offgrid. Oh well! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-

Re: [RE-wrenches] Radian throughput power

2018-02-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
You are missing the charging of the battery! That is where (your numbers) the 12KW - 8KW can go! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > Wrenches, > >        

Re: [RE-wrenches] Testing AGMs

2018-02-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Load test and compare with another known good battery. I also steer away from AGM's. --Dave > Wrenches, > We have a client with a string of sealed L16s and he believes he may have > a weak or failed cell. > > What’s the best way to test or check these batteries, since there

Re: [RE-wrenches] heating a lithium battery bank

2018-02-26 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
teries are actually listed for living space. The LG is. I don't do that with mine though. Hmmm Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > Hello Wrenches, here is a fun one fo

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback nano-carbons

2018-02-26 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Trojan was first with their nano-carbons. I did not see any difference in life with their 2V L16s for life at 3 clients. They might last longer but the jury is still out. They are about 7 years old at this time. --Dave > Wrenches, > > Anybody using Outback nano-carbons like the Energyce

Re: [RE-wrenches] heating a lithium battery bank

2018-02-27 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
The LG RESU series will trip it's breaker at around 10% Soc. It will require a human unless the LVD on the inverter is set higher than the battery. Yes Sir it is our responsibility to educate our users or have plane tickets (: Will be installing the Discover battery soon into Xanbus.

Re: [RE-wrenches] heating a lithium battery bank

2018-02-28 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
August, The current Tesla (AC coupled only) would be a challenge for sure! I do like the 13KWH for the price. I hope they do something as everything I have looked at beside the LG is over $1,000 (wholesale) per ueable KWH. Hope this changes. --Dave > As I mentioned on a related post, Tesl

Re: [RE-wrenches] Conext Insight Portal issues

2018-03-09 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
e sure all the firmware is up to date. Look at the combox events page and see if something is not right. It should reboot every night just after 3 am. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209

Re: [RE-wrenches] Li+ Systems Puerto Rico

2018-03-09 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I would like to see how they determine the number of cycles, or the Life left in the battery? --Dave > > > DarrelI put a request to allow the data to be released, expect to have an > answer soonJerry > > > Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone > >

Re: [RE-wrenches] Conext Insight Portal issues

2018-03-09 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I just do offgrid systems and so all I want to see was did the system finish charge yesterday, go to float, and the current load. If the site shows up on my map and everything is green, I am happy. What else are you looking for please? --Dave > I think my issue was the particular tech rep I

Re: [RE-wrenches] Electric Water kWh/ person

2018-03-20 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
prices on extremely efficient mini split air source pumps. I always try and minimize generators but if you need them then it allows one to have more options. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.n

Re: [RE-wrenches] Electric Water kWh/ person

2018-03-20 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
abundant sunshine. Offgrid in remote places where service is questionable or unavailable, we go with the most reliable. I steer them that way for other reasons also.. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@s

Re: [RE-wrenches] rail less standing seam attachments

2018-03-30 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Hi Jay, It is a big mistake to do this if ground mounting is an option. I do not believe the engineering over time. Nuff said by me! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 &

Re: [RE-wrenches] Clearance clarification please

2018-04-04 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
It always depends on who you are working with ! Because of you folks putting solar panels on roofs, I have had a few fire Captains ask about clearances on ground mounted trackers:( Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fast recharge times for Discover, Schneider and Outback

2018-04-11 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I see 10 year warranty and 38 Megawatts in their warranty below. http://discoverbattery.com/resources/view/discover-aes-warranty-policy > Their website has absolutely no information on cycle life, I find that > very > strange. > > On Wed, Apr 11, 2018 at 11:49 AM, Dave Angelin

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fast recharge times for Discover, Schneider and Outback

2018-04-11 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I finish the work part > Their website has absolutely no information on cycle life, I find that > very > strange. > > On Wed, Apr 11, 2018 at 11:49 AM, Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar < > offgridso...@sti.net> wrote: > >> Discover battery is using Schneider

[RE-wrenches] Fast recharge times for Discover, Schneider and Outback

2018-04-12 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
The Discover warranty is an excellent source for those who want to learn about how to damage and not to damage an LFP battery bank! If the bank is designed and reasonably used, it could outlive many of us! http://discoverbattery.com/resources/view/discover-aes-warranty-policy Dave Angelini

Re: [RE-wrenches] Mounting on rock

2018-04-12 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
ettings: > http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org > > List-Archive: > http://www.mail-archive.com/re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org/maillist.html > > List rules & etiquette: > www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm > > Check out or update partic

Re: [RE-wrenches] Ibew is working to exclude C-46 contractor’s from installing Batteries.

2018-04-13 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I simply hire a C10 if I need one to finish a job. Most of the time, C10's hire me:) 40+ years of electrical engineering is a great equalizer! FRIDAY ! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.n

Re: [RE-wrenches] 3-phase with storage

2018-04-17 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I do not want to sound like I am plugging Discover AES batteries and there use with Schneider and soon Outback. There web page has a 3 phase XW+ system on it and all the coms built in to the BMS to work with Xanbus. AEE had a webinar also last week. It is on their U-tube channel. Dave Angelini

Re: [RE-wrenches] 3-phase with storage

2018-04-18 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
for the integration of solar capacity as required. I like Sunny also:) Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > We are building a similar system presently, 60 kW Sunny Island

Re: [RE-wrenches] Looking for insulated #6 bare standoff

2018-04-18 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Why is it #6? Usually the solar panels wire size determine Array Teks size for this wiring. What do they say please? --Dave > How about an insulated loop clamp like this one: > https://www.fastenal.com/products/details/0216763 > > You can get them in stainless and they have the rubbe

Re: [RE-wrenches] Looking for insulated #8 bare standoff

2018-04-18 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Dana, sometimes I virtual track if I think that city hall is going to be a problem. Virtual tracking also has better wind/snow loads on Mountains and easier with the crazy requirements in hurricane zones. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://

Re: [RE-wrenches] Looking for insulated #6 bare standoff

2018-04-19 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
could get 2KW on that 6 inch pole and very quickly give a huge positive impact on an offgrid home. Anything out there? Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > That was my que

Re: [RE-wrenches] Square D Recall

2018-04-19 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
t; 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-Archive: > http://www.mail-archive.com/re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org/ma

Re: [RE-wrenches] Looking for insulated #6 bare standoff

2018-04-19 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
! --Dave > The bare #8 is an EGC for #10 USE PV wire on the tracker to the array > mounted combiner box. > > > Dana Orzel Great Solar Works, Inc. > C - 208.721.7003

Re: [RE-wrenches] Looking for insulated #6 bare standoff

2018-04-19 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
No failures here either, always #10 thhn strands and a few from the old days (2001) that used marine wire at the pivot point! --Dave > > > Ray I have never (yet) had a wire failure in any of my trackers, l have > always used PVC flex tubing connected at both ends with a long line t

Re: [RE-wrenches] Large Off Grid Inverter?

2018-04-26 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > you have a problem that is much bigger than I work on. But on a large > motor heavy starting loads problem, we used an extra capacito

Re: [RE-wrenches] Large Off Grid Inverter?

2018-04-26 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
://solar.schneider-electric.com/solution/commercial-off-grid-solar-2/ This does sound like a challenge and keep us informed on what you do please! Good Luck! --Dave > Hello Ray, > > I have a couple 60/100 kW SMA Sunny Island systems out there, systems with > 100 kW generators, 400 kWh battery banks a

Re: [RE-wrenches] Large Off Grid Inverter?

2018-04-26 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I must have missed this in your post! https://solar.schneider-electric.com/solution/centralised-solar-power-plants-1500v/ You can navigate to their engineering team. I have found that once you have a case number you communicate easily with e-mail. --Dave > I appreciate everyone's re

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fire damage

2018-05-04 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org > > Change listserver email address & settings: > http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org > > List-Archive: > http://www.mail-archive.com/re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org/maillist.html > > List rules & etiquett

Re: [RE-wrenches] PV Cell Temperature Variation

2018-05-17 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Corey, What make of panel please. Forgive if I missed it... Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > Corey, > > I have been studying IR diagnostics quite a lot, b

Re: [RE-wrenches] wireless relays for load shedding?

2018-05-23 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
You would be separating the heater load from the hot tub jets right? If you do not then the jets will not run unless the power is on? Seems like a problem if someone wants to use the tub when the gen set is off. --Dave > Wireless - I have no clue but - Simplest thing that comes to mind

Re: [RE-wrenches] AC-coupled storage

2018-05-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Blue Ion ? made in Hawaii ! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > Aloha, > > > > Other than the Tesla Powerwall, does anyone know of any other AC-coupled

Re: [RE-wrenches] Xfmr's job?

2018-05-30 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
s-re-wrenches.org >> >> List-Archive: http://www.mail-archive.com/re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches. >> org/maillist.html >> >> List rules & etiquette: >> www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm >> >> Check out or update participant bios: >> www.members.re-

Re: [RE-wrenches] Xfmr's job?

2018-05-31 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
mppts or an XW+ and the hi voltage mppt just works too well. XW+ can be configured for 6.8 KW @ 120vac if needed. I am going to use alot of skyboxes if they release it in November! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail

[RE-wrenches] 60 vdc 1A fuse

2018-06-03 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
;qid=1528048058&sr=8-3-fkmr0&keywords=Bussmann+BK/GMT-1A+Fast-Acting+Fuse;+1+Amp,+125+Volt+AC/60+Volt+DC Anyone have a line on a typical glass/ceramic type 1 adc fuse rated for 60vdc? Thx! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offg

Re: [RE-wrenches] Ilsco Insulated Tap Connectors

2018-06-07 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
, they could outlive you. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > Hello Wrenches, I am trying to redesign a couple hundred watt load > off-grid system by first focusing on t

Re: [RE-wrenches] top of pole with no galvy

2018-06-07 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Array Technology has metal options for the AZ-250 and other trackers for coastal regions. I have not checked this lately though. What about DPW? --Dave > Hi All, > I have a super particular customer who needs a small top-of-pole rack, but > will not accept anything but aluminum or stai

Re: [RE-wrenches] Three phase lightning protection

2018-06-10 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
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Re: [RE-wrenches] Three phase lightning protection

2018-06-11 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Solar > 303 505-8760 > > On 6/10/18 3:56 PM, Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar wrote: >> 3 Midnite 600v SPD's ! >> >>> Anyone got a line on half decent three phase 600 V lightning >>> suppression? >>> delta 603 just ain’t getting it.. thanks >

Re: [RE-wrenches] Wood pellet stove for off grid

2018-06-21 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
consumption I would appreciate a link. The Brand Osburn is excellent and they have supported their wood stoves to me and clients for at least 30 years. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net te

Re: [RE-wrenches] Xantrex XW4548 Grid tie sell and charge wildly out of control

2018-06-30 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Way too many issues when you mix equipment manufacturers. Do you want torture? Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 Dave John BlittersdorfDave > Hello Group. >

Re: [RE-wrenches] Rapid Shutdown and January 1 2019 option?

2018-07-06 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
the garage where it is cool, no smoke, and power 24/7. Schneider does build the GFCI into the CC and I have had them shut down an XW with close in lightning which is a plus. Yes on fixing this! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgr

Re: [RE-wrenches] ITC for the Second Time

2018-07-09 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I would tell them to do it! I have heard people say that it could be interpreted differently. I know of at least 100 of my offgrid clients have claimed the credit and none have been audited since 2005. None before that also Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don&#x

Re: [RE-wrenches] UL/CSA listed battery monitor?

2018-07-10 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
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Re: [RE-wrenches] Solar set backs

2018-07-13 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
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Re: [RE-wrenches] Ac Coupling

2018-07-19 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
You could ask them? I know the XW+ works fine with the SMA TL series grid inverters. Phone: +1 866-519-1470 Email: re.techsupp...@schneider-electric.com --Dave > Does anyone have a recommendation on a battery based inverter to AC Couple > with a Solar Edge 11400A-US Inverter that is a

Re: [RE-wrenches] Electrolyte Dilution vs Voltage

2018-07-19 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Definitely agree and can't believe people still do multiple strings with so much choice out there. >From Red October, "one ping Vasili, one ping only" --Dave > One of the biggest issues I find w/ battery installations is instead of > using larger capacity 2 volt cel

Re: [RE-wrenches] Battery "event"

2018-07-20 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
"inherited" clients. I like to teach mine to to this right and alway have a copy of the check for the battery near the bank. A picture of a fire truck with lights on might help this guy... Good Luck Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti

Re: [RE-wrenches] 5 battery strings

2018-07-25 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
system with a missing 2V battery until one is obtained if that happened. 2V systems are much more reliable in my experience than strings of 6V batteries. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net te

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