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

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Mounting on rock

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

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

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[RE-wrenches] Off-grid refrigerator

ion? I'm going to go through the energy star website but I thought I'd consult with the experts too. I'd like to find something that has a form factor similar to the Sunfrost although I know that's going to be hard to find. Thanks, Will White -- *Will White* Curricul

Re: [RE-wrenches] Any thoughts on this approach to adding battery backup to an existing grid tie system will be appreciated.

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[RE-wrenches] Multi-meters

on't have that much money in the budget. Is it worth getting a 1,500 VDC meter or is 1,000 VDC enough? What are you techs in the field using? Thanks, Will -- *Will White* Curriculum Developer e: w...@solarenergy.org w: www.solarenergy.org p: 802-272-3092 PV Installation Professional # 09

Re: [RE-wrenches] Multi-meters

gt; > - > From: "jay" > To: "RE-wrenches" > Cc: > Sent: Thursday September 13 2018 10:07:17AM > Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] Multi-meters > > HI Will, > > I found this unit from Japan. Hioki CM4372 > > ja

Re: [RE-wrenches] Off-grid refrigerator

installers what's your go to refrigerator recommendation? > I'm going to go through the energy star website but I thought I'd consult > with the experts too. I'd like to find something that has a form factor > similar to the Sunfrost although I know that's going to be

Re: [RE-wrenches] Multi-meters

ep 13, 2018 at 11:07 AM jay wrote: > HI Will, > > I found this unit from Japan. Hioki CM4372 > > jay > > peltz power > > > > On Sep 13, 2018, at 5:28 AM, Will White wrote: > > Hello Wrenches, > > I've started doing some work on 1,000 VDC systems so

Re: [RE-wrenches] Recording Volt Meter

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Dc discos

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Dc discos

lling to > avoid the issues Will discussed. A little common sense goes a long way to > avoid stripped screws. Just my 2 cents worth. > > > > *From:* RE-wrenches *On > Behalf Of *Will White > *Sent:* Wednesday, March 27, 2019 11:04 AM > *To:* RE-wrenches > *Subject:* Re:

Re: [RE-wrenches] Blue Planet Batteries

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Micro inverter OCP

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Micro inverter OCP

they are no known arc/ground fault > backfeed approved rated breakers? > > Jay > > > > On Apr 25, 2019, at 11:45 AM, Will White wrote: > > Jay, > > You're triggering some serious PTSD with this question. When 2017 NEC came > out Mass was the first state t

Re: [RE-wrenches] 1 kW 120 Vac grid tied inverter

Why not use a couple of micro inverters? You'd have to check the specs to see if they're compatible but that may work. Thanks, Will White -- *Will White* Curriculum Developer e: w...@solarenergy.org w: www.solarenergy.org p: 802-272-3092 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Pr

Re: [RE-wrenches] Large Off-Grid Residential System and ciculating currents

the system. For example, if you have a 48 V system you need a 48 V battery, you can't (usually) use two 24 V batteries in series with lithium-ion. Thanks, Will -- *Will White* Curriculum Developer e: w...@solarenergy.org w: www.solarenergy.org p: 802-272-3092 NABCEP Certified PV Installati

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase and Tesla Powerwall

semble. It looks more like the LG RESU but it's AC and has multiple microinverters in it. Thanks, Will -- *Will White* Curriculum Developer e: w...@solarenergy.org w: www.solarenergy.org p: 802-272-3092 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional # 093006-34 *FACT: If we covered 0.3

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fluke 87 replacement

etail/?product_key=6362 Thanks, Will -- *Will White* Curriculum Developer e: w...@solarenergy.org w: www.solarenergy.org p: 802-272-3092 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional # 093006-34 *FACT: If we covered 0.33% of the earth with solar panels, we could power the world with rene

Re: [RE-wrenches] Reactive Power

The 25 W would be used to size the batteries, 49 VA would be used to size the inverter. Good luck, Will -- *Will White* Curriculum Developer e: w...@solarenergy.org w: www.solarenergy.org p: 802-272-3092 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional # 093006-34 *FACT: If we covered 0.33

Re: [RE-wrenches] LI Batteries

the tests and all. So. unless you can get the actual letter with the UL numbers, I wouldn't necessarily put much faith in that. This is coming more from the radio side of Chinese equipment, but I suspect it could apply to the solar side as well." Thanks, Will -- *Will White*

Re: [RE-wrenches] BIG dual axis trackers

The All Earth Trackers will hold about 5 kW of modules: http://www.allearthrenewables.com/ From: re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Chris Daum Sent: Thursday, August 01, 2013 1:06 PM To: 'RE-wrenches' Subject: [RE-wrenches] B

Re: [RE-wrenches] Hawker versusu MK

's my $0.02 Thanks, Will ______ Will White Regional Field Operations Manager - New England Real Goods Solar 64 Main St. Montpelier, VT 05602 Tel: (802) 223-7804 Cell: (802) 234-3167 www.realgoodssolar.com<http://www.realgoodssolar.com/>

[RE-wrenches] Presentation to Fire Fighters

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Flashing vs Sealant... again (is sealant code defensible?)

I've had a similar experience as August. We're using Ecofasten Green Flashing plus all holes get a dab of Geocel Proflex. We've also never had a problem with a properly flashed penetration. Thanks, Will From: re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenc

Re: [RE-wrenches] Publicity rights?

We had a new competitor take a video of one of our installs (with owner's permission) and post it on the front of their web page. I believe it's still there almost two years later. It's a shady thing to do but I don't think there was anything we could legally do to stop them. From: re-wrenche

Re: [RE-wrenches] Data acquisition system for Mass-CEC

We use Locus in MA. It’ autoreports. From: re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of James Gustafson Sent: Thursday, May 08, 2014 1:13 PM To: RE-wrenches Subject: [RE-wrenches] Data acquisition system for Mass-CEC Hello Hard Workin

[RE-wrenches] 2014 NEC

o run the trunk cable in a raceway. It's getting very difficult to install in Mass. Thanks, Will Will White Operations Manager - New England RGS Energy 64 Main St. |Montpelier, VT 05602 tel 802.223.7804 | mobile 802.234.3167 | fax 802.223.8980 RGSEnergy.com<http://www.rgsene

Re: [RE-wrenches] 2014 NEC

commissioning, ships disabled. Phil Forest South Mountain Company On May 20, 2014, at 10:59 AM, Will White mailto:william.wh...@rgsenergy.com>> wrote: Wrenches, Is anyone else having problems with inspectors and the 2014 NEC? In Mass we’re having all kinds of issues with inspectors requiring/al

Re: [RE-wrenches] 2014 NEC

ake a standard breaker panel, install a Arc fault and run the wiring from the enphase like it is the grid: ie into the main lugs. Then this will go out through the breaker in the correct fashion, and onto the main panel. jay peltz power PS as to the code, they want it this way On May 20, 2014,

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sheeting-attached roof mount

Have you checked out Eco Fastens ECO-65? It's a large plate with 8 screws and it's got flashing for both asphalt and membrane roofs. From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of will...@millersolar.com Sent: Tuesday, June 03, 2014 12:09 PM To: RE-wrenches Su

Re: [RE-wrenches] Canadian Solar

We’ve used tons of them. Pretty standard Tier 1 Chinese panel. They’re you’re average PV panel, nothing exceptional but nothing bad either in my experience. From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Kristopher Schmid Sent: Friday, July 11, 2014 2:53 PM T

Re: [RE-wrenches] Concentrics at 250 volts plus

It's still a good best practice to bond both ends in case of a fire if the conduit becomes separated in the middle it will still be bonded. From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of William Miller Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2014 1:47 AM To: 'RE-wrenches' Subj

Re: [RE-wrenches] Inverters Maximum Input Ratings

or otherwise. Thanks, Will Will White Operations Manager - New England RGS Energy 64 Main St. |Montpelier, VT 05602 tel 802.223.7804 | mobile 802.234.3167 | fax 802.223.8980 RGSEnergy.com<http://www.rgsenergy.com/> | william.wh...@rgsenergy.com<mailto:william.wh...@rgse

Re: [RE-wrenches] Rapid shutdown questions

switch which is expensive. Rapid shutdown doesn’t apply to pole or ground mounts. Hope this helps. Will Will White Operations Manager - New England RGS Energy 64 Main St. |Montpelier, VT 05602 tel 802.223.7804 | mobile 802.234.3167 | fax 802.223.8980 RGSEnergy.com<http://www.rgsenergy.

Re: [RE-wrenches] Rapid shutdown questions

d shutdown. Thanks On Wed, Aug 27, 2014 at 7:47 AM, Will White mailto:william.wh...@rgsenergy.com>> wrote: Our experience in MA with rapid shutdown unfortunately varies with AHJ. Some are letting us put an Eaton NEMA 4 disconnect on the roof next to the array. Some are letting us put a

Re: [RE-wrenches] Poletop rack with easy tilt change...anybody got that?

DP&W makes an off price list option that is some type of mechanical adjustment. It has to be ordered beforehand and can’t be retrofit. From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Mick Abraham Sent: Monday, September 08, 2014 10:11 AM To: RE-wrenches Subject

Re: [RE-wrenches] Decking only flashed attachment?

We’ve used Ecofasten ECO-65 successfully on both SIP roofs and membrane roofs. They’re expensive and a bit labor intensive but it’s a good solution. They have metal flashing for asphalt roofs and you can also use membrane patches on pretty much any type of membrane or rolled asphalt roof. htt

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase Gen4 - How Is It Doing?

We've found the M250 to be just as stable as the M215. Usually when we have an issue it's right out of the box. Thanks, Will Will White Director of Construction - East Coast RGS Energy 64 Main St. |Montpelier, VT 05602 tel 802.223.7804 | mobile 802.234.3167 | fax 802.223.8980 RGS

Re: [RE-wrenches] Slate roof attachment?

too expensive. I wouldn’t install the mounts in house because slate is so difficult to work with. You also can’t walk on it or it cracks. Good Luck, Will Will White Director of Construction – East Coast RGS Energy 64 Main St. |Montpelier, VT 05602 tel 802.223.7804 | mobile 802.234.3167 | fax

Re: [RE-wrenches] Mate Drop and Charge Functions

kind of a pain and I could see how a less savvy customer could mess this up pretty easily. Thanks, Will Will White Director of Construction - East Coast RGS Energy 64 Main St. |Montpelier, VT 05602 tel 802.223.7804 | mobile 802.234.3167 | fax 802.223.8980 RGSEnergy.com | william.wh...@rgs

Re: [RE-wrenches] Generator brains

This is what I did at my house. There's large conductors going to the house for the generator output and small conductors coming back from the main load center to power the charger and electronics. I live off the grid and the load isn't noticeable. Thanks, Will Will White D

Re: [RE-wrenches] Using the North Facing Roof

area. Thanks, Will Will White Director of Construction – East Coast RGS Energy 64 Main St. |Montpelier, VT 05602 tel 802.223.7804 | mobile 802.234.3167 | fax 802.223.8980 RGSEnergy.com<http://www.rgsenergy.com/> | william.wh...@rgsenergy.com<mailto:william.wh...@rgse

Re: [RE-wrenches] clear sealant recommendations

a plastic tube instead of the paper one so that helps prevent them from blowing out when they get a little damp. Thanks, Will Will White Director of Construction – East Coast RGS Energy 64 Main St. |Montpelier, VT 05602 tel 802.223.7804 | mobile 802.234.3167 | fax 802.223.8980 RGSEnergy.com

Re: [RE-wrenches] DPW Rack Problems

I second the last paragraph. Even though we’ve had issues with DP&W I still like their product. From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of William Miller Sent: Thursday, October 08, 2015 3:14 AM To: RE-wrenches Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] DPW Rack Problems

Re: [RE-wrenches] Hailstorm damage

I’ve seen photos from one of the leasing companies of arrays right next to a golf course that got multiple ball strikes. They were having to constantly replace modules which lead to a rule of no arrays within some number of feet from a course. I think it was 300’. From: RE-wrenches [mailto:r

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fed Tax Credit

Talk to your tax advisor (or have the customer talk to theirs). Don't ever give out tax advise (unless you're licensed to) as it opens you to liability should you give them the wrong advise and they get audited by the IRS. From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On

Re: [RE-wrenches] SIPS panel roofs

We’ve also used the ECO-65 which works great but the problem with your roof will be flashing. The roofs we installed on were asphalt so we could use the flashing. It’s going to be hard to seal a ECO-65 plate on a metal roof. Will White Director of Construction – East Coast RGS Energy 64

Re: [RE-wrenches] What are the most reliable OTG washers these days?

I had a problem with one of the control boards on my front load dryer on my off grid Outback system. Seems that some type of surge fried the board. It was replaced and I added a whole house AC surge protector. I don’t know if the surge protector worked but I haven’t had any problems since. F

Re: [RE-wrenches] What are the most reliable OTG washers these days?

issues, it just doesn’t clean clothes as well as standard front or top load design. I’m curious what others use for strategies when firing up or turning off the generator? Thanks, Rich From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Will White Sent: Wednesday, D

Re: [RE-wrenches] Temporary Roof Anchors

We use the RA-35 on the link you had below. They work really well because they only take a few screws. From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Benn Kilburn Sent: Wednesday, January 06, 2016 4:20 PM To: RE-wrenches Subject: [RE-wrenches] Temporary Roof

Re: [RE-wrenches] Successor to SunEye 210?

Has anyone found a viable alternative? The real issue I see is that we have to use something accepted by incentive and finance organizations and so far the only thing they accept (for the most part) is SunEye and Pathfinder. Thanks, Will Will White Director of Construction – East Coast RGS

Re: [RE-wrenches] Array on different roof

a system on one building with it's own meter to connect to a meter on a different building. I'd suggest you ask the utility what their policy is. Good Luck, Will White -- *Will White* Curriculum Developer e: w...@solarenergy.org w: www.solarenergy.org p: 802-272-309 PV Installation

Re: [RE-wrenches] Roof attachment

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Re: [RE-wrenches] S-5! mini vs 2 screw

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Protecting Asphalt Shingled Roofs

t 3' wide and have a rubber back. I get them cut in about 10' sections and lay them out to make a path from point A to point B. Customers really appreciate that. Thanks, Will -- *Will White* Curriculum Developer e: w...@solarenergy.org w: www.solarenergy.org p: 802-272-309 PV Install

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase Support Non-Responsive

. Thanks, Will -- *Will White* Curriculum Developer e: w...@solarenergy.org w: www.solarenergy.org p: 802-272-3092 PV Installation Professional # 093006-34 On Fri, Aug 5, 2016 at 1:41 PM, wrote: > Since I am having such a tough time even getting a call back, never mind > reimbursments,

[RE-wrenches] SunTech

Does anyone know where I can get two SunTech STP-175 black modules? Please contact me off list. Thanks, Will -- *Will White* Curriculum Developer e: w...@solarenergy.org w: www.solarenergy.org p: 802-272-3092 PV Installation Professional # 093006-34

Re: [RE-wrenches] Buck-Boost transformer to mitigate high voltage drop?

ck-boots transformer at the home to > get us back to 240 volts? This would need to be service entrance sized. > > > > *Howard ?Scot? Arey* > > Owner, Solar CenTex > > 254-300-1228 > > scot.a...@solarcentex.com > > > > > > _

Re: [RE-wrenches] kwh for dishwasher

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Clipping of microinverter output

Mike, Have you read the Enphase white paper on module to inverter size? It goes into good detail on why they do it. http://www2.enphase.com/global/files/Enphase_White_Paper_Module_Rightsizing.pdf Thanks, Will -- *Will White* Curriculum Developer e: w...@solarenergy.org w

[RE-wrenches] Ring Connectors

Hey Wrenches, I'm doing an upgrade to an Outback VFX series off-grid system with the flexware boxes. What type/brand of ring connectors and crimpers do you all use for the DC breakers with the post terminals? Thanks, Will ___ List sponsored by Redwood

Re: [RE-wrenches] Demand Charges

ver 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 & etiquette: > www.re

Re: [RE-wrenches] Deck Flashing

org/maillist.html > > List rules & etiquette: > www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm > > Check out or update participant bios: > www.members.re-wrenches.org > > > -- *Will White* Curriculum Developer [image: Inline image 3] e: w...@solarenergy.org w: www.solarenergy

Re: [RE-wrenches] Polaris gone bad?

hes.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 & etiquette: > www.re-wrenches.org/

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

gt;> >> >> >> www.cometsolar.com <http://www.cometenergysystems.com> >> >> 264.235.5670 <(264)%20235-5670> >> >> 869.662.5670 <(869)%20662-5670> >> >> Skype: netconcepts >> >> __

Re: [RE-wrenches] TPO Roofing

PO. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWfXAvfRyIM Thanks, Will -- *Will White* Curriculum Developer [image: Inline image 3] e: w...@solarenergy.org w: www.solarenergy.org p: 802-272-3092 PV Installation Professional # 093006-34 On Thu, Aug 31, 2017 at 2:00 AM, William Miller wrote: > Fr

Re: [RE-wrenches] Security / theft questions

We had an array stolen from a ground mount system directly in front of a state police barracks. They drove up in a van during a shift change, took all the modules down, and drove off. Never got caught. We assumed they used the modules on a camp somewhere in the middle of the woods. From: re-w

Re: [RE-wrenches] Thermal storage water stabilizer

manufacture. Good luck, Will ______ Will White Regional Field Operations Manager - New England Real Goods Solar 64 Main St. Montpelier, VT 05602 Tel: (802) 223-7804 Cell: (802) 234-3167 www.realgoodssolar.com<http://www.realgoodssolar.com/> [Description

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase M210-84-208-S12 Inverters Available?

All SunPower modules with NE in the model number are specifically listed to be positive or negative ground or ungrounded with transformerless inverters. Thanks, Will __ Will White Regional Field Operations

Re: [RE-wrenches] Best practices for comp shingle flashing?

We use the Green Flashing system by Eco Fasten. Works well. You do have to trim the flashing or remove roof nails occasionally. Thanks, Will __ Will White Regional Field Operations Manager - New England

Re: [RE-wrenches] Best practices for comp shingle flashing?

We use the EcoFasten Green Flashing with the standard Unirac L foot that has the oval hole so you get some rail adjustment. You have to be sure to use the Green Flashing compression plate between the flashing and the L foot. >From what I've experienced with flashing you're going to have to cut

Re: [RE-wrenches] Surge Protection- PV

We use the LA302R for AC and LA602DC for the DC side. I don't think I've ever had one of them struck so I can't say how well they actually work. From: re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Keith Cronin Sent: Friday, August 17,

Re: [RE-wrenches] SunnyIsland - was AC coupling and Outback inverters

d the problem. __ Will White Regional Field Operations Manager - New England Real Goods Solar 64 Main St. Montpelier, VT 05602 Tel: (802) 223-7804 Cell: (802) 234-3167 www.realgoodssolar.com -Ori

Re: [RE-wrenches] tax credit questions

We never answer tax questions. We always refer the customer to a tax professional. You can get in some pretty big trouble giving tax advice and open yourself up to some serious liability. __ Will White

Re: [RE-wrenches] Pilot Hole Template

fasteners so it doesn't go through the finished ceiling inside. Thanks, Will ______ Will White Regional Field Operations Manager - New England Real Goods Solar 64 Main St. Montpelier, VT 05602 Tel: (802) 223-

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

out the rivets. __ Will White Regional Field Operations Manager - New England Real Goods Solar 64 Main St. Montpelier, VT 05602 Tel: (802) 223-7804 Cell: (802) 234-3167 www.realgoodssolar.com<http://www.realgoodssolar.com/> From: re-wrenches-boun...@

Re: [RE-wrenches] Snow loads

lso if you have an asphalt shingle roof you can create an unbalanced load with snow sliding off the south side and sticking on the north side. Most engineers take this into consideration too. Thanks, Will __

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sheets of snow vs ice breakers

tached you won't have problems. Snow is also another reason you don't see a lot of gutters in Vermont. That's my .02 Thanks, Will ______ Will White Regional Field Operations Manager - New England

Re: [RE-wrenches] Metal shingles

k. Thanks, Will __ Will White Regional Field Operations Manager - New England Real Goods Solar 64 Main St. Montpelier, VT 05602 Tel: (802) 223-7804 Cell: (802) 234-3167 www.realgoodssolar.com -Origin

Re: [RE-wrenches] Auto Gen on Outback

m day one. I've never had a problem and with the Flexnet DC monitor there are all kinds of great settings for when you want it to start and stop. It's worked flawlessly since I set it up. Thanks, Will

Re: [RE-wrenches] Inverter Ramp times

I don't have any experience in large storage but I know Dynapower in Vermont is working on a storage solution. You should check them out: http://www.dynapowerenergy.com/ Thanks, Will __ Will

Re: [RE-wrenches] SHW Schuco and Labor warranty issues

Viessmann also uses Wilo pumps (you should be able to get them locally from Blodgett Supply). I believe Viessmann also uses Typhocor. I think they're a European glycol manufacturer. Thanks, Will __

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase / Inverter failures

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Monitoring - The Dilemma

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[RE-wrenches] Battery Damage

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Re: [RE-wrenches] 200 Amp Main Equip for 60A Solar

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Re: [RE-wrenches] double insulated wire

We use PV Wire which is double insulated on the roof in free air and regular THHN/TNWN for the run from the junction box back to the inverter (using no white or gray wires of course). Thanks, Will __ Will

Re: [RE-wrenches] double insulated wire

As far as I understand it doesn't matter which color you use for which conductor as long as it isn't white, gray, or green. We have different crews using different colors but I think black and either blue or red is the most common. Thanks, Will From: re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org

Re: [RE-wrenches] Engineer Needed for Large Off-Grid System

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Best Battery

tteries is relatively flat. Thanks, Will -- *Will White* Curriculum Developer e: w...@solarenergy.org w: www.solarenergy.org p: 802-272-3092 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional # 093006-34 Do you envision a world powered by renewable energy? Be the change <http://solarenergy.org/donate&g

Re: [RE-wrenches] Puzzle: Dryer does not work during FXR battery charging

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Metal roof

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Metal roof

t was torn, so the clips that hold > the metal to the roof held, at least long enough for the metal to tear. It > is completely plausible that the point load was too high from too few > clamps. > > > > On Mon, Oct 19, 2020 at 8:16 AM Will White wrote: > >> It

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase IQ7A 3 phase limitations

Jason, You should dig into the PVWatts help documentation. They get into pretty good detail on how their calculations work. You might find the answer you're looking for there. Thanks, Will -- *Will White* Curriculum Developer e: w...@solarenergy.org w: www.solarenergy.org p: 802-272

Re: [RE-wrenches] how to prevent selling to grid with grid tie inverter

nuals and white papers of the inverter manufacturers to determine if they can do this. I believe both SolarEdge and Enphase can do it. I'd assume others can as well. Thanks, Will -- *Will White* Curriculum Developer e: w...@solarenergy.org w: www.solarenergy.org p: 802-272-3092 NABCEP Ce

Re: [RE-wrenches] Odd inspection procedure

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