Re: [RE-wrenches] Finally, we recycle

2020-05-22 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Hi Bill, Do you think they will be dealing with lithium batteries? I will call if you don't know. You don't want to know about what is going on with them in the central Sierra. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridso

Re: [RE-wrenches] How much Li battery?

2020-05-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
system. They can do the same thing later and just have two LFP banks/inverters. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net [2] text 209 813 0060 On Sun, 24 May 2020 07:15:53 -0700, Jay wrote: One

Re: [RE-wrenches] How much Li battery?

2020-05-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
depended on. I have not seen anyone saying that. A good question Jay Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net [2] text 209 813 0060 On Sun, 24 May 2020 07:15:53 -0700, Jay wrote: One question I have

Re: [RE-wrenches] How much Li battery?

2020-05-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
XW and Radians. The LG failed in dead short and the bms was good still. Big Ouch! Glad I was home Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net [2] text 209 813 0060 On Sun, 24 May 2020 15:31:5

Re: [RE-wrenches] How much Li battery?

2020-05-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Hi Jerry, When I looked at Blue Planet I had to pay the sales tax as none the normal distributors would carry Blue Planet. Has that changed please? Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.n

Re: [RE-wrenches] Split Phase Load Rating

2020-05-25 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
as never balanced at all. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On Mon, 25 May 2020 14:08:03 -0700, Mark Frye wrote: > Folks, > > Back again into the way back machine

Re: [RE-wrenches] How much Li battery?

2020-05-25 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
P 55 Rated * IEC 62133 Safety * UL 1973 Safety Certified * UN 38.3 Transport Certified Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net [2] text 209 813 0060 On Sun, 24 May 2020 21:

Re: [RE-wrenches] Split Phase Load Rating

2020-05-26 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Which model magnum can do this please? Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net [2] text 209 813 0060 On Mon, 25 May 2020 19:26:07 -0600, Sindelar Solar wrote: I believe that Magnu

[RE-wrenches] emergency repair down in Baj

2020-05-29 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
is getting some overtime use now. Thx! FRIDAY ! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net [2] text 209 813 0060 Links: -- [1] http://members.sti.net/offgr

Re: [RE-wrenches] Goal of charge regulation FLA vs LiFePo

2020-05-29 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Sophisticated High Current BMS Field Serviceable BMS IP 55 Rated IEC 62133 Safety UL 1973 Safety Certified UN 38.3 Transport Certified Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On Fri, 29 Ma

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase intermittent breaker trippjng

2020-06-01 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Run the system without the branch that tripped. Sorry if I missed that you have done this. I appreciate you reminding me why I keep all of the electronics inside. I get tempted Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ [1] e

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback question

2020-06-07 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
the problem. Nice and cool! Gonna play "highway to hell" and wack the weeds. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On Sat, 6 Jun 2020 18:35:30 -0700, Jay wrote:

Re: [RE-wrenches] Storedge LG Chem Resu Surge Fail

2020-06-08 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
ter a surge? I guess it would be hard to reverse the load panels to test? Will think about this later some more. Good Luck! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net [2] text 209 813 0060 On Mon,

Re: [RE-wrenches] Charging a Bolt with an SW

2020-06-08 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
The good LFP batteries all tell you max charge/discharge rate and that in their specifications. Cascading of batteries usually widens these rates. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net [

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase IQ and Schneider XW AC Coupling Performance

2020-06-11 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
it is charged. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net [2] text 209 813 0060 On Thu, 11 Jun 2020 15:56:25 -0400, Matt Sherald wrote: Friends, About seven years back I connected a dozen M215 Enph

Re: [RE-wrenches] LI Batteries

2020-06-11 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
, inform the client and get a personal liability waiver for your company. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net [2] text 209 813 0060 On Thu, 11 Jun 2020 16:16:10 -0400, pgir...@mindspring.com w

Re: [RE-wrenches] Magnum Frequency Shift

2020-06-12 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
nough for me, and certainly not my clients. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net [2] text 209 813 0060 On Fri, 12 Jun 2020 10:08:28 -0700, Mark Frye wrote: Thanks Jay, I talked ag

Re: [RE-wrenches] White wire for DC- after ground fault breaker

2020-06-12 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I take it he will not allow you to tape the wiring with white tape and put a warning sign on the JB? You have to do what he wants but I feel your pain. Good Luck! I would think a good electrician would measure first:) Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don&#x

Re: [RE-wrenches] Floatovoltaics

2020-06-14 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I know both Schneider mppt's can be negative, positive, or ungrounded. Others must do this also. Is that what you are asking? They work as expected as far as I have seen. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/

Re: [RE-wrenches] Floatovoltaics

2020-06-15 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Hi Corey, Yep I have seen them up in Napa on a small lake. It seems very risky in the Caribbean. The only thing I want on a roof is gutters for rainwater. You can tell I am biased. Maybe someone else has better info. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don&#x

Re: [RE-wrenches] Label Durability

2020-06-27 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I do not think the sharpie will last more than 5 years or so. I have one here that will fade to unreadable in direct sunlight. Down on the Baja, a Silver colored tarp will make it one summer. The great equalizer El Sol. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don&#x

Re: [RE-wrenches] Label Durability

2020-06-28 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Sharpie in the JB is fine. Outside, not so fine... Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On Sun, 28 Jun 2020 10:11:52 -0500, Jesse Dahl wrote: > I bring up the sha

Re: [RE-wrenches] Label Durability

2020-06-30 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
If there was something available like a sharpie with acrylic latex I would use it more. Just easier to put it in the JB and know it will last. As far as code, I just do what the inspector wants. Luckily I do not see them much Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don&#x

Re: [RE-wrenches] SMA Sunny Storage AC-coupled with SB6.0 won't recharge LG Resu batteries during backup ops

2020-07-10 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Hi Howard, I am sure that the SMA guy here on wrenches will give you a better answer. If not I would escalate this at SMA as you are right. The LG will do what you want. Something is not programmed correctly. Three of the Resu 10H are going to take some time to replace near 30KWH. Dave

Re: [RE-wrenches] Disposal of large scale PV installation?

2017-04-21 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Also adding in that sending old equipment that has been in the sun for 20+ years to the 3rd world may not be the best thing for these people. Many solar panels last a very long time until they are removed! Intermittent equipment is the last thing they need ! I have been involved with used equipment

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sta-Rite Submersible Well Pump

2017-04-27 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
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Re: [RE-wrenches] Well pump grounding question

2017-04-27 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I have done this also! I do have respect for Darwin. As long as a school bus full of kids is not anywhere near the well and it does not sound like a fault deep in the ground will start a wildfire. That was my reasoning at least! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don&#x

Re: [RE-wrenches] Failed L16 with perfect Sp.Gr.

2017-04-27 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
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Re: [RE-wrenches] Failed L16 with perfect Sp.Gr.

2017-04-27 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
The 2V L16's are 2V one cell. The 6 volt L16's are (3) 2 volt cells but you should see the SG being way off, right? Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ > That was my point: voltage is not very helpful on th

Re: [RE-wrenches] Failed L16 with perfect Sp.Gr.

2017-04-27 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
h of these products are scheduled for the 2nd half of 2017. LG probably makes one of the safest new technology batteries in the world and is an upgrade option for the Tesla roadster. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ >

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sta-Rite Submersible Well Pump

2017-04-27 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Thanks Jay, I will read the manual later but would you know for sure that is pump soft starts? The MQ did not. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ > Grundfos SCALA2 > its the new version of the MQ pump. > >

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sta-Rite Submersible Well Pump

2017-04-27 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Unless it is a very large offgrid system I agree with Brad. Also if the electrics fail, are they underground? I would typically pump to a tank and then drain to a surface pump and pressure tank/switch at the home. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://

Re: [RE-wrenches] OutBack FX Internal Fan running 24/7

2017-04-30 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Often when the fan fails it is caused by the thermistor on the PC board that has failed. That is why Outback wanted you to buy the PCB. The battery temp sensor is probably fine and you can check it reading the temperature of the battery in one of the menus. --Dave > Did you pull the boards w

Re: [RE-wrenches] OutBack FX Internal Fan running 24/7

2017-05-01 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I was mixed up thinking someone was saying to replace the "battery temp sensor" instead of the inverter/charger heat sensor. > HI Dave > > Every one I’ve ever seen is replaceable. > > The sealed units come with a short 1/2” temp sensor, and the vented > units com

Re: [RE-wrenches] Xantrex XW 6048A unregulated during charging

2017-05-03 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Hmm. This does not sound good! Three phase power correct? You could try connecting a different inverter to the generator. Are you sure the generator is staying connected and outputting qualifying AC? There are set-points for bulk and absorb and they are the same right? Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar

[RE-wrenches] Conext Bridge for Li-ion

2017-05-03 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
-10. This is not scheduled until sometime in the 2nd half of 2017. The other very impressive release later this year is the Outback Skybox. It is an all in one dual HV mppts,5KW, and does not need a battery to work. It can be added later. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines

Re: [RE-wrenches] Xantrex XW 6048A unregulated during charging

2017-05-04 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
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Re: [RE-wrenches] Xantrex XW 6048A unregulated during charging

2017-05-04 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
On Schneider gear if you program the bat capacity to zero, the unit will run the full absorb time. If you had a 1000 AH bank programmed, at 2% of the 1000 ah or 20 amps into the battery the unit will go to float. I do not see this as your problem though! --Dave > Hello Kevin, > > I ha

Re: [RE-wrenches] Conext Bridge for Li-ion

2017-05-05 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Does the file I loaded show up for anyone? --Dave > Adding correct file....--Dave > >> Schneider Electric Solar released the brochure in the attachment below. >> They do not have a web page yet as they are getting the approvals. It >> should not be long. One will be ab

Re: [RE-wrenches] Anybody else getting 240 arc fault codes on Fronius installs as frequently as me???

2017-05-08 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
ions.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 &g

Re: [RE-wrenches] Solaria modules

2017-05-08 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
ive: > 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 > > Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go whe

[RE-wrenches] Need 3 Sunpower modules for client repair. Any ideas welcome!

2017-05-08 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
fine also. Will trade (or cash) any new gear that I can get at Soligent also. Please respond to my e-mail only and Thank-you! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@

Re: [RE-wrenches] Conext Bridge for Li-ion

2017-05-18 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
the watts coming in from the solar and you have to do the math to prove that they are not all going into the battery and staying there ! What a difference from lead acid! Cheers! http://solar.schneider-electric.com/product/conext-bridge/ Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines

Re: [RE-wrenches] Battery Transport

2017-05-23 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
helps! 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 All; > > I was wondering if anyone had run into to trouble or special > requirements or regulations when hauling new

Re: [RE-wrenches] Solarworld 285 watt end frames

2017-05-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
t airports) to keep them from sitting up top and doing their business. Anyone know who has it? --Dave > With Solarworld/SnapNRack we run wires in the rail and use clips on the > long edge of the frame when needed. SnapNRack has a clip that fits in the > upper rail groove to hold wires dow

Re: [RE-wrenches] Tree lights

2017-06-02 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I would also like something that is built for the long haul. Not much out there except the usual suspects at costco and they are pretty much expendables. --Dave > Hi Wrenches, I have a client that wants to light up trees in his yard > using solar packages in each tree. Haven’t see

Re: [RE-wrenches] Apollo Contact

2017-06-03 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Definitely agree! Tesla is bleeding 8 million a day and still taking your 1K$ check for a 2018 installation. Their only savings are that Panasonic will get the factories back east and a real "bankable" company will still be there! Sheeesh! --Dave > The strange days of CitizenRe and

Re: [RE-wrenches] Generator choice for Sunny Island

2017-06-16 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I use that also Kevin and a place in Maine sells the Honda EU7000i converted for propane ready to go. Let me know and I will look up the name. --Dave > You could use a 2 -> 3 wire converter such as the Atkinson GSCM module > that will take the 2 wire output from the SI and convert to

Re: [RE-wrenches] Bifacial modules on pole mounts

2017-06-22 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
n the thing that stopped me. I will follow your post here and appreciate any updates. --Dave > Hi Wrenches, > > We have started thinking about experimenting with bifacial modules on pole > mounts in remote locations where snow is a big issue; the idea being we > could still be collect

Re: [RE-wrenches] Generator choice for Sunny Island

2017-06-23 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
across the county line into Tuolumne everything is hard to do. Geeze an offgrid generator...Use Honda or design so that you don't need one :) Dave Angelini / Offgrid Solar > Hi Gary and All – > > > > We looked into the EcoGen unit, but the 6kW is discontinued and the 15kW >

[RE-wrenches] Is there still RE markets for used equipment?

2017-06-25 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Is there still RE markets for used equipment? Thx! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 ___ List sponsored by Redwood Allianc

Re: [RE-wrenches] Off Grid Refrigeration

2017-06-27 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I design for a 2KWH daily electric refrigerator. Usually around 22 cubic feet for a home. --Dave > Hello Wrenches, > > What is your preferred refrigerator for off grid installations? We > are looking for a medium sized, commercially available unit that > won't break the b

Re: [RE-wrenches] Off Grid Refrigeration

2017-06-29 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
es-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 > > Dave Angelini

Re: [RE-wrenches] Kyocera 140W modules

2017-07-05 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
umber ended up being MUR550APFRLG) http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?R=MUR550APFRLGvirtualkey5841virtualkey863-MUR550APFRLG Not that I have time to even think about doing this but there it is. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://m

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sanyo HIT module diode issues

2017-07-06 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
can show up later. A really close strike and prayer may help but I doubt 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 > Did you use the Diode Test function on the meter? If

Re: [RE-wrenches] Generator choice for Sunny Island

2017-07-10 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Nice choice! They had a pretty nice 8KW/240v also that I may use on a job! --Dave > All - update for those of you interested, we are starting the portal > installation tomorrow (with a Sunny Island for better or worse) and ended > up going with a Kohler 14RESA propane generator. This sh

Re: [RE-wrenches] Generator choice for Sunny Island

2017-07-11 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I remember most having to run a small soar panel to keep the start battery from draining. I too hope that is fixed. It looked to me that the offgrid warranty is 1/2 of grid-tie. --Dave > What is the standby current draw on this unit. In > the past, that has been an issue with Kohler. > &

Re: [RE-wrenches] DPW concrete base

2017-07-12 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
long before its time. We very rarely need Pro engineering offgrid as long as we stay away from roof mounted solar. I always have for offgrid! I save the roof for capturing rain!! Cheers ! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgr

[RE-wrenches] Conext Bridge for XW & CSW @ AEE solar

2017-07-13 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
e 50 minutes of presentation and 10 minutes of open Q&A. Friday, July 21, 2017 9AM-10AM PST Click here for our full 2017 webinar schedule. For more information, please contact: Hannah Harrison (805) 242-7012 hharri...@aeesolar.com Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerline

Re: [RE-wrenches] No more Enphase

2017-07-14 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I see LG is offering panels with their own micro-inverter. I bet they have an excellent product warranty. I have been testing their RESU-10 home energy battery for a year now and it is rock solid. Built to last! --Dave > Chris, > > Took me a while to jump but this season we went to A

Re: [RE-wrenches] No more Enphase

2017-07-14 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Definitely agree! And for Offgrid why use the roof for anything other than being a roof. Been there for 25 years now. Electronics on a roof is just a choice that I understand, but don't care for! --Dave > This is why string inverters continue to be the most future proof design > st

Re: [RE-wrenches] Emphase and Warranties and Contractor Liability

2017-07-14 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
for longevity, or even a 600V mppt charge controller like I use offgrid. --Dave >The other argument, Tom, is that it is easy for someone like BP to drop > one of its many product lines and keep all of its others. With no > history, any new hardware will have to generalize on “

Re: [RE-wrenches] Over voltage error message

2017-07-17 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Luck! --Dave > I seem to recall older FX series spitting out this > error following a short on the AC side. Did the system > crash?dbDan > BrownFoxfire Energy Corp.Renewable Energy > Systems(802)-483-2564 href="http://www.Foxfire-Energy.com";>www.Foxfire-E

Re: [RE-wrenches] Over voltage error message

2017-07-17 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I will just say I am not a fan of mixing systems. I am not saying this would not happen if the system was all Outback. The solar charge source is not in the network and that is an easy step to eliminate from the beginning at design. It also takes alot of the mystery out:) Dave Angelini Offgrid

Re: [RE-wrenches] Over voltage error message

2017-07-21 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I remember beta testing with Schneider in 2006 and the effect was there but quickly went away with networked charge sources. --Dave > Wrenches... > > At my former employer this same thing actually occurred with their > controllers about 7-9 years ago... caused a bit of a stink bac

Re: [RE-wrenches] SimpliPhi Power PHI3.4 Smart -Tech Batteries

2017-08-04 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
100%. 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 Tom, > > I think maybe the best way to think about these batteries is that they are > really like a standar

Re: [RE-wrenches] SimpliPhi Power PHI3.4 Smart -Tech Batteries

2017-08-04 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
; >> 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 & etiq

Re: [RE-wrenches] Battery load tester purchase advice?

2017-08-06 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
expensive and this set-up did work for Surrette, at one time. Interested to hear what is better and easier! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > Esteemed Wrenches; My

Re: [RE-wrenches] SimpliPhi Power PHI3.4 Smart -Tech Batteries and LifeBlue

2017-08-07 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Chem 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 > Have you tried them, are they reliable? > > On Mon, Aug 7, 2017 at 1:05 PM, Starlight Solar Power Systems < > l

Re: [RE-wrenches] SimpliPhi Power PHI3.4 Smart -Tech Batteries

2017-08-09 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
FYI, the LG Chem RESU10 consumes about 40 watts or less with the XW+ main breaker off. > Hi Jay and Dave, > > LiFeBlue battery has a wireless Bluetooth monitor that is connected to the > BMS in each battery. SoC, current, cycle life, voltage, health, battery > faults and more is

Re: [RE-wrenches] SimpliPhi Power PHI3.4 Smart -Tech Batteries

2017-08-10 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
In discharge mode the RESU 10 is less than 2 watts. --Dave Angelini / Offgrid Solar > FYI, the LG Chem RESU10 consumes about 40 watts or less with the XW+ main > breaker off. > > > >> Hi Jay and Dave, >> >> LiFeBlue battery has a wireless Bluetooth monitor that

Re: [RE-wrenches] SimpliPhi Power PHI3.4 Smart -Tech Batteries and LifeBlue

2017-08-10 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Agree Larry and thanks for the update. Have you placed a Lifeblue order? They all are pretty pricey, even the LG resu10 is about 4,800 at this time. I do like the idea of easily adding on another string of Lifeblue at a later time. --Dave > Hi Dave, > > I looked at them a couple year

Re: [RE-wrenches] Wanted: AC centrifugal pump with soft start

2017-08-11 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Quite happy here with the Grundfos Scala2. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 > Happy Friday, Mechanix~ Sometimes I encounter "off the grid clients" who

Re: [RE-wrenches] Wanted: AC centrifugal pump with soft start

2017-08-11 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I did also! The Grundfos Scala2 is far better! --Dave 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've used the Grundfos MQ series for years for exactly that purpo

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback inverter generator question

2017-08-12 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
If the install has an AC bypass, he should use this to troubleshoot. Ac bypass takes the inverter/charger out of the loop. --Dave > Have a client where I recently installed an Outback VFX3524 inverter in > June. He’s using a Honda generator and has recently started having > issues. He

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback inverter generator question

2017-08-13 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
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Re: [RE-wrenches] Inverter Generators Yamaha and Honda

2017-08-14 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
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Re: [RE-wrenches] OFF-LINE REPLY - Re: Sanyo HIT210N dimensions

2017-08-23 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Attached screen shot! Is this enough? It is for me...--Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar Dave Jeremy RodriguezDave > I have seen all the spec sheets. I need the horizontal, hole to hole > dimensions. > > Jeremy Rodriguez > Solar Installation And > Design Expert > All Solar, Inc.

Re: [RE-wrenches] OFF-LINE REPLY - Re: Sanyo HIT210N dimensions

2017-08-23 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Or ask DP&W for advice? Since these Sanyo modules are long out of business and warranty just drill them where it makes sense! Dave Allan SindelarDave > You might also consider Solar Rackworks. Run in Albuquerque by Jeff > Randall, formerly the engineer at DP&W. Well built, clean d

Re: [RE-wrenches] Elithion BMS

2017-08-25 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
That was nice Larry, I just can't imagine that in a clients offgrid home. Homebrew is for beer offgrid:) Friday!! 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 S

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fluke 337 DC Clamp meter vs Outback

2017-08-28 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Looks like you need a 2nd meter to test the sushi... --Dave Dave Foxfire EnergyDave > My fluke 337 DC clamp meter is consistently reading about 10 A less than > what I'm seeing on the flex max and Mate3.. Outback tells me my fluke is > lame.. Bad sushi? > > Dan Brown &

Re: [RE-wrenches] AC Coupled Enphase

2017-08-29 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Probably a good idea to test that HBCO is set right, actually does shut down the inverter, and stays programmed correctly in a LBCO or complete drain of battery. Dave DrakeDave > The plan is to use N/C relays. As this is in a > backup system, N/O relays would need to spend > most of th

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fluke 337 DC Clamp meter vs Outback

2017-08-29 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
replacement is the Sears meter. Probably cheaper than a Fluke factory calibration:) --Dave http://www.sears.com/craftsman-professional-true-rms-ac-dc-clamp-ammeter/p-03473756000P?sid=IDx01192011x01&gclid=Cj0KCQjwoZTNBRCWARIsAOMZHmEv6KV_T0E3frgDXm9uThcZK7hKx-4Kj0AWyOiCpm_Xrhr1MkBPg9waAmp8EALw_wcB&am

Re: [RE-wrenches] anything like Generac Smart Management Module for a solar critical backup panel

2017-08-29 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
The LG is a RESU 10 or 10H? Dave Howard AreyDave > Hello again, wrenches. > > > > I know many of us have run into the quandary and that is prioritizing > loads > in a critical load panel. > > > > About to put in some LG RESU units with the SE7600 StorEdge

Re: [RE-wrenches] anything like Generac Smart Management Module for a solar critical backup panel

2017-08-29 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I thought so but I wanted to ask anyway. I am just finishing up field testing of the Resu10 and it is much easier to do what you want, but a very different application. I will be curious to see what you end up doing! --Dave Dave Howard AreyDave > 10H > > -Original Message- &

Re: [RE-wrenches] anything like Generac Smart Management Module for a solar critical backup panel 10H

2017-08-30 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
applications. Would like an easier way to implement. Thx! Dave Angelini / Offgrid Solar Dave Howard AreyDave > Excellent – I had seen Energy Sentry yesterday and just spoke to that > team. Will have a more detailed call with them this afternoon. > > > > Will follow ba

Re: [RE-wrenches] Dusty off -grid conditions

2017-09-01 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
floor that can be mopped and kept clean in a kitchen environment. Friday! 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 Dave William MillerDave > Friends: > > I

Re: [RE-wrenches] ] Dusty off -grid conditions

2017-09-02 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
can always burn them and create heat to get rid of the moisture. Sarcastic today after about 40 days of smoke, wildfires, and a very unusual for here stint of 100+ days. --Dave Dave DanaDave > I did a system in costal Costa Rica right after Y2K flopped with equipment > previously inst

Re: [RE-wrenches] ] Dusty off -grid conditions

2017-09-06 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
No matter what you end up doing the rodent issue needs to be solved before I would go into an area like that. Just saying! It is not that hard to insist on it to the owner. It is for their own good! --Dave Dave Matthew SirumDave > Greetings William, > > Regarding a sealed charge c

Re: [RE-wrenches] EMP - Faraday Cages

2017-09-08 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
eery for a Friday. 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 drake.chamberlin@redwoodalliance.orgDave > In 2013 we were having a discussion of Faraday cages. I don't thi

Re: [RE-wrenches] Tying XW MPPT-80 controller into XW PDP

2017-09-10 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
I use the 3 phase 600vdc disco from SquareD. It does have a fuse kit but I try to keep 2 strings max on each mppt-80-600 to avoid fuses. With that disco you could have 3 mppts. Use one inside the building and one outside. There is a picture on my picture link on my webpage. Dave Angelini Offgrid

Re: [RE-wrenches] Tying XW MPPT-80 controller into XW PDP

2017-09-11 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
as anyone could need and will post it later. --Dave Dave Kienan MaxfieldDave > I don't really use Schneider much but couldn't you use the MidNite 600V > Din rail breakers on the din rail in the XW Power Distribution Panel? I do > realize that the available sizes would be limit

Re: [RE-wrenches] Hurricanes and Wind-loading !

2017-09-13 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
rator along with an energy sipping mini-split heat pump or 2. A 2,500 gallon water tank and a decent pantry. I lived there for a year and I am not sure if staying during a hurricane or living there without cooling would be the hardest :) --Dave Dave cwarfelDave > I am wondering if this will ch

Re: [RE-wrenches] Hurricanes Forces

2017-09-18 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
piers where the whole roof was gone. It was hard to tell what the trailer parks were to begin with. I think Jason is right about the direction of the wind and not just the speed. Especially a 180 degree shift near the eyewalls. I still have not heard back from my client there... Dave Angelini Offgrid

Re: [RE-wrenches] OutBack Power MATE3 to MATE3S Upgrade

2017-09-21 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
tside down when it is near. I tell them to keep a copy of the check for the system and post it near the disco. If it is a known lightning prone area they/you will have to do more! Good luck Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/

Re: [RE-wrenches] OutBack Power MATE3 to MATE3S Upgrade

2017-09-21 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Many even had the numbers to Xantrex and before that Trace where it mostly began. Still have a Trace in the storage bin from 1982. --Dave Dave dan@foxfire-energy.comDave > And to think there was once a time when many of us > had Chris and Robin's cell phone > numbers.Dan BrownFo

Re: [RE-wrenches] lithium battery

2017-10-03 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Anyone can get them on the internet. They are very good batteries but need a SOC battery monitor built-in. Too much work and too much error when the battery manufacturer does not do this. Simpliphi has the BMS, bluetooth, wi-fi, or meter something Puleeze! --Dave > Jay, > > We can get

Re: [RE-wrenches] Second Life Batteries

2017-10-05 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
ateries. I doubt the talent/engineering exists in this very new technology. Send them to E-bay where there seems to be plenty of people willing to risk their apartments:) --Dave Dave Darryl ThayerDave > Thermal Runaway is caused by part of a cell or cells being warmer than > other c

Re: [RE-wrenches] Second Life Batteries

2017-10-05 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
oO20Qa16SBrwzM%252C_&usg=__yYOeGJ1ykoGS6agy8mCq9iMrY90%3D&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwifnZnR6NnWAhUQzWMKHfN3ANQQ9QEIPTAD#imgrc=wExvN668YVFhlM: --Dave Dave Starlight Solar Power SystemsDave > Hi Drake, > > What chemistry of li-ion batteries are you talking about? Some, like > LiFePO

Re: [RE-wrenches] Second Life Batteries

2017-10-05 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar
Chem RESU10 before I took it off the dolly and moved the bolt cutters away from it. It lives in the garage and has an earthquake strap now as that seems to be the biggest hazard it presents. Flooding not good either:) --Dave Dave Starlight Solar Power SystemsDave > If you are going to p

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