[RE-wrenches] #10 THWN-2

I've been looking hard to see what manufacturers produce this kinda elusive #10 THHN/THWN-2 wire. United Copper Industries (Texas) does. I have a handy spec sheet from them that I can email anyone who's interested. marco ___ List sponsored by Home Po

[RE-wrenches] 3-phase kWh meters

Anyone know where to go for reconditioned 3-phase kWh meters (other than Austin International)? Thanks, marco ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches

[RE-wrenches] Aluminum conduit LBs

Anyone know where I could go to find out the max conductor sizes that threaded Al. LBs can handle? I learned the hard way that a conduit of X inches that can handle conductors of a certain size does not necessarily mean that a LB of the same diameter can handle the same size conductors. Tha

[RE-wrenches] Aluminum conduit LBs

uns intact. I'm looking at an upcoming installation where I would like to use 1-1/4" EMT, but will need 1-1/2" conduit bodies to be ok with wire fill. -Hans _ From: re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Ma

[RE-wrenches] Aluminum conduit LBs

By golly you're right, Dick. Thanks. What's weird is that this particular 2 1/2" LB could not handle more than 4/0 conductors. I guess that it wasn't made by T&B. marco Marco, --- You wrote: I looked at the Thomas and Betts spec sheet kindly supplied by Ratico on their LB offerings and there

[RE-wrenches] phase rotation wiring

There are two situations one can find when working on three-phase AC systems: a clockwise or counterclock phase rotation. Is it correct to assume that a CW rotation would be color-coded (for 120/208V) from left to right black-red-blue while CCW rotation would be, say, red-black-blue? Or whe

[RE-wrenches] minimum service

I believe that there's a section the code that states that a residence shall have a minimum 100A service. Can anyone tell me where that is? Thanks, marco ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.o

[RE-wrenches] modules and inverter poll

What is your no. 1 preferred PV module manufacturer and why? I'm not looking for a dissertation, but a sentence or two. And while I'm at it, how about inverter manufacturer as well? I'll tabulate all the answers for those interested. Thanks, marco __

[RE-wrenches] The Demise of Reason, SunPower and WEEBs

One point of clarification regarding SunPower Corp. and WEEBs having just had communication with them today on this subject. SunPower has yet to officially approve/sign off on the use of WEEBs with their metal-framed modules. They have been exploring the issue but have yet to give their seal of a

[RE-wrenches] fewer wires, mo bettah?

Check this out. Four series strings of mods on a same plane roof feeding a larger Sunny Boy or Fronius inverter. Four #10 conductors for the ungrounded, fused (at the inverter) conductors. And for the grounded conductor, a single, common, larger conductor from those four strings. So ins

[RE-wrenches] deadly fall off of roof

A 30-year-old PV installer fell to his death back in April at job site in CA. He backed off of a roof accidentally and was not wearing any fall protection. I have the official report of the accident, but the "multi-state full-service solar provider" that has "approximately 650 employees" was n

[RE-wrenches] Pulse charge controller

I'm looking for an old (as in late 1990s vintage) PM-60 48V charge controller, the kind that Pulse/Connect Energy used in their PC 250 load center. Please to contact me off-list if you might have one in good working order lying around somewhere. Thanks, marco _

[RE-wrenches] Tranformless inverter

Bill B. wrote the following: Ungrounding the array requires additional fusing and disconnects, but the most significant difference is that the module wiring and all external cable must be PV Wire/Cable. Therefore only modules with PV Wire/Cable can be used in these systems. You must confirm

Re: [RE-wrenches] Tranformless inverter

double-insulated tools in the U.S. that do not require a ground wire. Bill. From: re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Marco Mangelsdorf Sent: Friday, October 01, 2010 11:09 AM To: 'RE-wrenches' Subject: [R

[RE-wrenches] Xantrex/Schneider GT inverters

Anyone else having a hard time getting a hold of warranty replacements from Schneider for the Xantrex GT series inverters? What are they doing as far as warranty replacements? Waiting for bad ones to come in so that they can fix them and send them out again? I've got a customer who has bee

[RE-wrenches] Enphase v. string inverter

Does anyone know of any reports out there from a neutral, 3rd party which compares an Enphase array with an array using a string inverter with both arrays on the same unshaded surface? Some Enphase peddlers here are saying that the energy harvest from an Enphase system is going to be better sin

[RE-wrenches] insolation v. actual output

Could someone please provide me with that generally accepted equation when it comes to estimating AC output from a PV array versus the STC rating? That is, I'm looking for that equation which estimates the losses due to mod mismatch, soiling, wire losses, etc., etc. I've got someone who mistak

Re: [RE-wrenches] insolation v. actual output

Gualala, Ca. 95445 On Tue, Oct 12, 2010 at 6:17 PM, Marco Mangelsdorf wrote: Could someone please provide me with that generally accepted equation when it comes to estimating AC output from a PV array versus the STC rating? That is, I'm looking for that equation which estimates the los

[RE-wrenches] SolarWorld 245

SolarWorld is pushing hard its 245-watt module with the claim that it has won the Photon mag module competition in 2008 and 2009 (compared to several other manufacturers). I can send the spec sheet to anyone who wants it. It states on the front page: SolarWorld only delivers modules that hav

[RE-wrenches] Enphase 210s

Anyone know who might have an available box or two of Enphase 210s @240V, please contact me off-list. (I don't care about the connector type.) Thanks, marco ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenche

[RE-wrenches] AC voltage in North America

I just don't understand it. Lots of people-from reporters to homeowners-consistently refer to the AC voltage in their homes as "110/220." Where does this come from? If North American utilities were putting out power at that voltage range, they would be in serious trouble. Anyone abl

[RE-wrenches] warranty liabilities

In places like California, and other states as well I'm sure, a PV integrator needs to provide a bumper-to-bumper system warranty of what? 10 years. I'd like to know if many, or any, of you all put aside any money to cover your future warranty liabilities. (I don't.) My belief is that we a

[RE-wrenches] SW 4024

I'm looking for a used, and still working properly, Trace/Xantrex SW 4024 with 120V/60 hZ output. Please contact me off-list if you have a lead or two for me. Thanks, marco ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@

[RE-wrenches] Fat Spaniel

Just got a letter from Fat Spaniel Technologies. If my legalese is up to snuff, it appears that they're liquidating the company. Yeow.anyone know what happened with them? And what's going to happen to all the hundreds of PV systems that they're monitoring on their website? marco

[RE-wrenches] Enphase matching

Does anyone know if there's any reason why one couldn't do a single string using, say, six Enphase 190s with six Enphase 210s? The max in series for the 190 is 15 while it's 13 for the 210. I would think it would be OK to mix 'em. Thanks, marco

[RE-wrenches] ground mount hardware

Does anyone know of any ground mount hardware that can accommodate six or even eight, say, 39" wide modules landscape orientation? The hardware I've seen so far offers lengths in the 160" range. So I guess I'm looking for solid lengths in the 240" to 320" range. Thanks, marco

[RE-wrenches] feed-in imbalance

Now that SMA has come up with their new 8, 9 and 10 kW transformerless line of single-phase 120/208V inverters, it brings up the question once again about how practical and wise it is to have one or two of these inverters feed into a three-phase service. That is, is such an unbalanced feed much, i

[RE-wrenches] PV wire/double insulated

I'm starting to use the SMA SB transformerless 8-10 kW inverters. It appears that the new SMA 6-circuit combiner box is being included whenever I order one of these buggers (at least from my distributor). Does the double insulated PV wire have to be used all the way back to the inverter? O

[RE-wrenches] double insulated PV wire

Could anyone please pass on the name of a manufacturer or two which produces this wire? Thanks, marco ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/opt

[RE-wrenches] double insulated wire

For those of in need of that double insulated #10 g. wire to go from the module string to the nearest j-box or combiner, I've found as U.S. manufacturer in Texas-Falcon Wire-that makes it and it's UL listed. Of course, until mod manufacturers start cranking out their products with double insulated

[RE-wrenches] Pulse 250 power center

I'm looking for a Pulse 250 power center complete with PWM 60A charge controller, DC and AC switches. Anyone have one in good condition collecting dust in their garage or warehouse? Thanks, marco ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine Lis

[RE-wrenches] Sanyo mods

Would anyone be willing to tell me what they're paying for Sanyo mods these days? If so, please send me an email off-list. Thanks, marco ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & set

[RE-wrenches] sample PPA

I'm looking for a basic sample power purchase agreement document for a friend who wants to sell PV kWhs back to his tenants. If anyone has one that they're willing to share, please to contact me off-list. Thanks, marco ___ List sponsored by H

[RE-wrenches] OutBack v. Xantrex (SqD)

I don't do much off-grid no mo' and would appreciate some advice. I've got a client who's going to be purchasing a power panel with either an OutBack 3648 or Square D/Xantrex 4548. Also included would be the AC and DC switchgear integrated into the panel as well as either the OutBack or Xantre

Re: [RE-wrenches] OutBack v. Xantrex (SqD)

Nope. HI Marco, The first issue is do you need/want 240v? Jay Peltz power On Dec 29, 2010, at 11:45 AM, Marco Mangelsdorf wrote: I don't do much off-grid no mo' and would appreciate some advice. I've got a client who's going to be purchasin

[RE-wrenches] Enphase--what's the deal?

At present Enphase sells 190-watt and 210-watt inverters, right? But apparently Enphase techs are telling those who ask that these inverters actually put out 199 watts and 219 watts, respectively. Can any of you verify these claims? And if true, why wouldn't Enphase be selling 199-watt and

[RE-wrenches] Enphase and oversizing

To those of you installing Enphases. Other than their 210 only working with Sanyo and SunPower modules, the vast majority of other mods only work with the Enphase 190. Question: what's the max size module that you're comfortable using with the Enphase 190? In there here parts I'm seeing

[RE-wrenches] Solar Bridge Pantheon

Does anyone know if the 235-watt Solar Bridge Pantheon microinverter has hit the market yet? I have a spec sheet on the bugger in case anyone is interested. And does anyone know what other microinverters may be hitting the market soon to give our friends at Enphase some competition? mar

[RE-wrenches] Photowatt warranty: who can I call?

Mick, Please let us know how this plays out with these guys. I see these warranty issues becoming ever so more problematic in the years to come as this or that mod manufacturer goes out of business or is bought out by a bigger player. I'm still struck by the fact that all of those custo

[RE-wrenches] SunPower and SMA

Have any of you SunPower dealers used their modules with the fairly new SMA line of transformerless inverters (8, 9 and 10 kW @ 120/208 only)? I'm trying to get a compatibility answer directly from SunPower tech support, but am wondering if any of you have tried this combo. Thanks, marco

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sunpower and SMA

I’ve used that line, Tom, with non-SunPower mods. Those three models definitely should NOT be used with SunPower modules due to the fact that there’s no grounded current-carrying DC conductor in the circuit. marco Have any of you SunPower dealers used their modules with the fairly new

Re: [RE-wrenches] Solmetric SunEye upgrade?

Yes, very sensitive to nearby EMFs. And the bugger mistakes clouds for shading! marco Wrenches, I'm considering upgrading my old SunEye 100 to the model 210 this year. Even with the trade-in credit, the 210 costs more than the original SunEye did. I'm interested in hearing from those of yo

[RE-wrenches] Xantrex/Schneider recall

Is anyone getting reimbursed from Schneider for the replacement cost for the recalled GT series disaster line? We have yet to get response from them when we pose this question. And has anyone seen one of these buggers smoke or blow off the cover? Thanks, marco _

[RE-wrenches] Sanyo problems

In the March issue of Photon magazine it's being reported that Sanyo's HiT modules may be suffering from MWs worth of failures. If you're unable to track down the article on-line, let me know and I can send you a PDF version. marco ___ List sp

[RE-wrenches] Sanyo problems

Esteemed colleagues, Regarding the Sanyo problems, I was mistaken. They're having problems with their HIP models. I'm seeking clarification from the author of the article who I know to see whether there have been any HIT problems as well. My apologies. marco

[RE-wrenches] John Wiles

I know that Michael Welch does not like when we Wrenches goes down the road of advocacy, but I wanted to put in a plug for John Wiles. The federal funding that has supported John's time and availability to the PV industry has been cut. I for one have relied on John as an invaluable resource o

[RE-wrenches] John Wiles

The info originally posted to be able to contact John's boss and voice support for continued funding was incorrect. Below is the correct info. To those of you who feel inclined, please send an email to Andy Rosenthal. marco Andrew Rosenthal New Mexico State University 3705 Resear

[RE-wrenches] Enphase 215

Anyone know what the max rated output of the his new bugger will be? For the Enphase M190 it's 199 watts and 219 watts for the M210 according to our inphase Enphase friends. I'm wondering if the new M215 will also have some higher than nameplate max continuous rating. Thanks, marco

[RE-wrenches] Enphase 215-2

Anyone make sense out of this from the M215 spec sheet? This model would seem to be able to accommodate a wider range of 200 series mods out there as far as input DC voltage, which is good. And yet how will the 215 perform with those modules which have a MPPT voltage from 37-45 since t

[RE-wrenches] big combiner box

I'm looking for a 30-circuit combiner in a NEMA4 non-metallic enclosure. Any suggestions? Thanks, marco ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.o

Re: [RE-wrenches] big combiner box

Mon, 6 Jun 2011 13:04:35 -1000 From: "Marco Mangelsdorf" To: "'RE-wrenches'" Subject: [RE-wrenches] big combiner box Message-ID: <01b201cc249e$1b52ddb0$51f89910$@com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" I'm looking for a 30-circuit c

[RE-wrenches] Tigo to go?

What's the feedback on these Tigo buggers? I'm not talking about sites where shading is an issue, but a nice big commercial roof with no shading. Specifically, I'm talking about a 400-module system feeding into a single PV Powered 100 kW inverter. Anyone have an opinion whether spending an

[RE-wrenches] Tigo to go?

...@lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Marco Mangelsdorf Sent: Wednesday, June 08, 2011 7:59 PM To: 'RE-wrenches' Subject: [RE-wrenches] Tigo to go? What's the feedback on these Tigo buggers? I'm not talking about sites where

[RE-wrenches] commercial system monitoring

I'm looking for a bare-bones, cheap (hah!) web-based monitoring system for three-phase systems using either Satcon or PV Powered inverters. I'm having a hard time finding any package (it doesn't have to be bloomin' "revenue-grade") under $3,000. Anyone know of anything reputable and lower c

Re: [RE-wrenches] Ballpark Cost/Watt

Yes, you're in the ballpark. marco Hello Wrenches, My employer has the inside track on a 1MW install on .5/12 standing seam metal roofs (two separate roofs). This is by far larger than anything we've designed so I am looking for a ballpark cost/watt. I'm at around $4/watt. I realize there

[RE-wrenches] Konca modules

Any ever heard of or use Konca brand mods (from Wuxi, China, home to Suntech Power)? Thanks, marco ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/option

[RE-wrenches] Pulse PC 500

Anyone have the manual or spec sheet in an electronic format that they could send me, please? Thanks, marco provision_highres_solar_logo2 with C-26351 Marco Mangelsdorf, President 69 Railroad Avenue, A-7 Hilo, Hawai'i 96720 (808) 969-3281, 934-7462 facsimile

[RE-wrenches] SMA design tools

I'm s bummed out that SMA has removed their handy and easy to use string sizing tool from their website and replaced it with a cumbersome monster of a design program. (Yes, at my age I do struggle with having to learn yet another bloomin' program.) Does anyone know if there's some magic wa

[RE-wrenches] shatterproof PV

ss glazing? Thanks, marco provision_highres_solar_logo2 with C-26351 Marco Mangelsdorf, President 69 Railroad Avenue, A-7 Hilo, Hawai'i 96720 (808) 969-3281, 934-7462 facsimile <http://www.provisiontechnologies.com> www.provision-solar.com <><>___

[RE-wrenches] Uni-Solar

OK, I guess that it had to happen someday. I call Uni-Solar in Michigan for some basic product info only to be told that their sales dept. does not take any phone calls, that any inquiries have to be done on-line. Being in the customer service myself, like pretty much all of us, it is beyond beli

[RE-wrenches] Evergreen goes down

Evergreen Solar, one of the last remaining independent U.S. module manufacturers, announced their plan to file for bankruptcy protection this week. Done in by plummeting module pricing no doubt. I'm sure you all are getting the same kind of solicitation emails that I get from mod manufactur

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase 215

According to my discussions with Enphase on this subject, the M215 can actually put out 225 watts continuous. Marv? Please confirm. marco The inverter should be current-limited on its output. The other Enphases have a higher output power than rated (199 @ 190, 219 @ 210, if memory serves from

[RE-wrenches] roof types

A bit off of the solar subject. Any recommendations for a new roof that would be an acceptable means for collecting drinking water? Thanks, marco ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Opti

[RE-wrenches] quite the conundrum

In 2008, about 200 Net Energy Metered systems went in on this Big Island of Hawaii, where I live. About 400 in 2009 and over 800 in 2010. The same increase in adoption rates took place across the Aloha State. I think that the next two years or so will bring a stop to this kind of growth most

[RE-wrenches] ARCO Solar and Carrizo Plain

Us old-timers remember the dismemberment of the then big ARCO Solar grid-tie project down in So. CAL. In the 1980s and the parting out of that project in dribs and drabs for years. I was wondering recently with all these ever so big and getting bigger grid-tie projects sprouting like mushrooms

[RE-wrenches] under performing Enphase inverters

For the first time, several weeks ago, after 40-50 Enphase installs, we've come across at least two M210s that we putting out consistently lower outputs than their immediate neighbors. We replaced the two mods first, which made no difference. Then, in consultation with Enphase, replaced the M2

[RE-wrenches] SMA micro

Anyone been able to lay their hands on a preliminary spec sheet for the new SMA micro inverter? Also, anyone install the SolarBridge Pantheon micro yet? Feedback? Thanks, marco ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wren

Re: [RE-wrenches] S5! looking clamps-

As Mr. Spock was fond of saying.fascinating. This bugger would fit (but most likely not attach securely) to certain metal roof patterns that we in Hawaii see quite a bit. Using it on a typical straight-up standing seam would be a totally bogus thing to do. marco Greetings Wrenchies, Has

[RE-wrenches] Sharp triangles

Does Sharp still make those quasi-triangular mods? Thanks, marco ___ 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

[RE-wrenches] 90 degree wire bends

Some electricians have great fun in making 90 degree wire bends to try and make their enclosure wiring look so purdy. Given the importance of maintaining wiring radiuses, this can't be a good idea, can it? Is the issue greater resistance when the wire is bent at a straight 90 degrees (or more)

[RE-wrenches] SMA combi switch in s.s.

Anyone ever come across the SMA combi switch in a stainless enclosure? I've got one of the standard combis rotting away like crazy as it's right next to the ocean. Thanks, marco ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wren

Re: [RE-wrenches] Monitoring 10kW and 30kW PV Systems

e-gauge. Wrenches, The California Solar Initiative requires performance monitoring and reporting service for some PV systems down to as small as 10kW. The CSI eligible service providers list keeps growing making it hard to tell who are real providers and who are resellers of someone else's serv

[RE-wrenches] AC-coupled battery back-up

Aloha all, Here in the State of Aloha we’re leading the way as far as being the first PV peeps to add AC-coupled storage to existing grid-tie NEM systems with the benefit to the homeowner being having back-up power if/when the grid goes down. During a grid outage the AC-coupled battery storage

[RE-wrenches] Tesla Powerwall and frequency shifting

Aloha all, I thought I’d share my experiences with the Tesla Powerwall on my own NEM system here on the Big Island of Hawaii. I added the PW to my existing NEM system (3.84 kW DC with Power-One micro inverters) about a month ago. I did so to have back-up power to my whole house in case

Re: [RE-wrenches] RV solar with SunPower

A number of years ago SunPower switched to using a new cell that does NOT require positive grounding. So there should be no problem in using that 327 as described. Marco On Saturday, January 20, 2018, Mac Lewis wrote: > Hi Wrenches, > > I have a buddy that would like to use a leftover SunPower

[RE-wrenches] experience with the Tesla Powerwall

*Aloha Wrenches,* *I thought I'd share my own experiences with the Powerwall as my company is now launching a program to add PW to existing NEM systems since the vast majority of them do not have storage which means that if the grid goes down, so does their PV system. (With the exception of the

[RE-wrenches] Experience with the Tesla Powerwall

ers are able to catch > up with this type of design. > > Best, > > August > > *August Goers* > > Luminalt Energy Corporation > > o: 415.641.4000 > > www.luminalt.com > > > > On Sat, Feb 10, 2018 at 12:23 PM, Marco Mangelsdorf > wrote: > >> >&g

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

; o: 415.641.4000 > > www.luminalt.com > > > > On Tue, Feb 13, 2018 at 8:30 AM, Marco Mangelsdorf > wrote: > >> Hey August. >> >> By utility I assume that you are talking about PG&E. >> >> What's the hang up? And are running the P

[RE-wrenches] insolation meter

Aloha all, Any of you have any experience with this Chinese-made insolation meter? https://www.ebay.com/itm/Precision-Solar-Power-Meter-Light-Intensity-Measure ment-Radiation-Tester-SM206/201350413285?epid=2215824178

[RE-wrenches] 3-phase with storage

Aloha all. I'm on the hunt for workable options for a PV plus storage design for a 3-phase 120/208 application. And there ain't much out there at present. Any suggestions would be appreciated. mahalo, marco ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List

Re: [RE-wrenches] SMA Sunny Boy Display Window

Toothpaste. On Friday, May 11, 2018, Wayne Irwin wrote: > We have installed quite a few SB's over the years and are seeing a growing > number of fogged over display lenses. > > We've tried headlight polish with limited success. > > Other than purchasing a new lid from SMA does anyone have anothe

[RE-wrenches] AC-coupled storage

Aloha, Other than the Tesla Powerwall, does anyone know of any other AC-coupled residential storage products currently on the market? Thanks, marco --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus ___

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase tech support

My information re: Enphase tech support is that they can put you on hold for a very LONG time. marco -Original Message- From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Roy Butler Sent: Wednesday, June 13, 2018 7:29 AM To: re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org

[RE-wrenches] Xantrex 30 kW inverter

Hi all, I'm in need of a vintage Xantrex 30 kW (PV 30208) inverter. Anyone happen to have one or know of someone who might? Can't use a TL because the array needs to be grounded. Mahalo, marco --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://ww

[RE-wrenches] Xantrex 30 kW inverter

; inverters in Hawaii along with other areas tripping out due to low > resistance to earth, it can be the backing leaking, also from the edge of > the module. SunPower Modules are still grounded just on the other side. > Jerry > > On Thu, Aug 9, 2018 at 3:15 PM, Marco Mangelsdorf >

Re: [RE-wrenches] Non breakable RV modules

Look to the 110-watt flexible panel from SunPower. Comes with MC connectors @ nominal 12V. Contact me offline for a spec sheet. marco On Monday, August 20, 2018, Jay wrote: > Hi All > > What are good options for a portable module for RV use. > One that you can move around, (it’s going to fall

[RE-wrenches] Trina or Yingli 240

Aloha all from soggy Hilo. I'm looking for a couple 2013-2014 vintage 240-watt Trina or Yingli poly mods. Please let me know off-list if you know of any to be had. Thanks, marco provision_highres_solar_logo2 with C-26351 Marco Mangelsdorf, President 69 Railroad Avenue, A-7

[RE-wrenches] three-phase storage

Aloha all, I'm on the hunt for three-phase storage @ 277/480V. Yes, Tesla has its Powerpack. But availability is questionable. I'm open to suggestions, please. Mahalo, marco ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenc

[RE-wrenches] Low voltage DC

Aloha all, At the risk of whacking at a hornet’s nest…lower voltage DC is s 80s and 90s especially when it comes to grid-tie applications with battery storage. The time of OutBack and Schneider and all the others doing 48VDC is drawing to close. Enough already. Thank you for your se

[RE-wrenches] Low voltage DC v. higher voltage DC

oltage systems are very limited for backup, > at least in winter storm scenarios. > > *Bruce Erickson* > Mendocino Solar Service > PO Box 1252 > Mendocino, CA 95460 > 707-937-1701 > 707-937-1741 fax > br...@mendocinosolar.com > > *Connecting Mendocino County to Solar S

Re: [RE-wrenches] Low voltage DC v. higher voltage DC

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Neutral sizing

At the risk of sounding like a grandpa Wrench...I've never had or seen a neutral conductor be smaller than current carrying. marco -Original Message- From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Jay Sent: Friday, September 21, 2018 3:47 PM To: re-wre

Re: [RE-wrenches] Schott solar panel warranty info

Hey David, I have had recent contact with Schott peeps and can provide it to you when I'm back at my desk next week. marco -Original Message- From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of David Coale Sent: Friday, November 09, 2018 7:05 PM To: RE-wrenc

[RE-wrenches] Kyocera 145s

Hi all, I'm looking for (300) Kyocera KD 145 SX mods. I don't even know if Kyocera makes 'em any more. Please let me know off-list. Mahalo, marco ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Ch

[RE-wrenches] looking for a 145-175 watt module

Aloha, I'm looking to source 300 145-175 watt modules @ nominally 12V. And they CANNOT come from China. They have to come from a TAA-compliant country. See the link below. Mahalo, marco https://gsa.federalschedules.com/resources/taa-designated-countries/ ___

[RE-wrenches] comparing batteries

Aloha all, I thought many of you might find the attached table of interest. marco ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/op

Re: [RE-wrenches] comparing batteries

hafer wrote: > Marco > I do not see Blue planet Blue Ion Batteries which are UL listed and have a > 15 year warranty and are a proven track record with a operational BMS > Jerry > > On Fri, Jan 25, 2019 at 4:33 PM Marco Mangelsdorf > wrote: > >> Aloha all, >> >

[RE-wrenches] Does SMA have a SGIP-compliant (i.e. Smart Storage) Product?

Welcome back, Peter, to the Brave New World of grid-tie plus storage plus SGIP plus bulk services plus plus plus. >From my perspective, Tesla and LGC/SolarEdge are the furthest along in this new journey beyond the dinosaur designs and strategies of the 1980s to the early 2000s. At least if you lo

[RE-wrenches] LG CHEM

Aloha all, I would be very interested in hearing feedback on the LG Chem RESU10H battery. As far as I know, it's only been compatible with either the SolarEdge StorEdge or SMA Sunny Storage inverters. Mahalo, marco ___ List sponsored by Redwood Allianc

[RE-wrenches] SMA Sunny Storage

Aloha amigas y amigos. Have any of you installed any of the new Sunny Storage inverters with the accompanying backup switch? Any feedback? Mahalo, marco --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus _

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