Re: [RE-wrenches] envy.fortresspower.io - documentation MIA???

Hi KirkI did a 3 inverter fortress and the envy online portal shows 1 total set of numbers for kWh/day, PV, battery kWh If I want to see individual numbers I have to go into each inverter. The guardian box I think is for web comm for the batteries. I’m waiting for the next firmware upgrade that wil

Re: [RE-wrenches] Panel installation in snow country 0.02

Hi JohnWhile you don’t give the latitude I would agree. I checked PV watts  at a few northern latitudes and 90 gives better performance than 45. Let alone snow/ice issues. Loads with star link can be pretty high in cold weather. Plus inverter rate loss and all the other small loads it could easily

Re: [RE-wrenches] Blue Planet Energy Alternatives

I would add midnite to that list. You know that you’ll get a quick answer to any questions and great design help as well as top quality. On Dec 9, 2024, at 9:44 AM, Sam Haraldson via RE-wrenches wrote:Wrenches,We have two very successful shipping container build-outs that consist of Sol-Ark inver

Re: [RE-wrenches] Alternate LVD shutdown

Are all your voltages calibrated?  Mate, Flexmax, FM80?  Where are you reading the voltages?   Does it work OK manually? On Thu, Jan 2, 2025 at 12:08 PM Jay v

Re: [RE-wrenches] Alternate LVD shutdown

inly voltmeters on each device, but I think some of the logic > is affected by uncalibrated FNDC and I have found it very helpful to > calibrate it carefully if I'm installing Lithium. Certainly, your SOC > calculation needs a calibrated FNDC. > > > > On Tue, Jan 7, 2025 a

Re: [RE-wrenches] Alternate LVD shutdown

Solar Electric Bill Battagin, owner 4291 Nelson St. (Shipping) 5575 Genesee Rd. (USPS, UPS) Taylorsville, CA 95983 530-284-7849, 258-1641(cell) CA. C10 Lic # 874049 Solar Powered since 1982 Home of the Sunny Side Up On 1/7/2025 6:28 AM, jay via RE-wrenches wrote

[RE-wrenches] battery questions.

Hi All Im wondering about a few things as we are talking batteries. 1. how do people feel about the amphenol battery connector vs lugs? A lot of batteries are going that way. Lots to like about them. 2. battery cable lengths. I see both things said, that they have to be the same length or d

Re: [RE-wrenches] Midnite Powerflo16 to old OB inverters

Bulk 56.1V >> >> The rest of the you can set to what you want, the battery does not care. >> All Prismatic cells operate mostly the same, and the MNS Batteries use A+ >> Automotive cells MFG by EVE. >> >> Thanks >> >> Logan >> >> >>

Re: [RE-wrenches] Midnite Powerflo16 to old OB inverters

Hi Bill I tried and failed to find any setting information on that battery besides charge and float. Kinda need to know things like LVD, recommended LBCO, etc. But if it’s similar to other prismatic cells you should be able to set the OB inverter to a LBCO that works without having to go throu

Re: [RE-wrenches] Who makes this racking?

HI Michael, I dont know that one, but you can look at Tamarac solar. https://tamaracksolar.com/products/pole-mounting-system/top-of-pole-portrait/ > On Feb 4, 2025, at 11:12 AM, Michael Morningstar via RE-wrenches > wrote: > > I've been looking for a racking solution that would allow me to

Re: [RE-wrenches] Midnite Powerflo16 to old OB inverters

Logan On Mon, Feb 3, 2025 at 8:47 AM Jay via RE-wrenches <re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: Hi Bill I tried and failed to find any setting information on that battery besides

Re: [RE-wrenches] 1/2 wave loads

bious. but I've since read that some LED lamps do not employ full rectification, just a single diode.On Thu, Dec 19, 2024 at 8:54 AM Jay via RE-wrenches <re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote:Hi HowieThat’s great info thanks. They never mentioned that to me. And I’ve not heard about an

Re: [RE-wrenches] 120 VDC System PV regulation

Out of curiosity, why not go with a CC from the 120vdc down to a 48v inverter battery bank? I did this for someone years ago who had a basically custom 120vdc inverter/battery system. jay > On Jan 31, 2025, at 7:35 AM, John Blittersdorf via RE-wrenches > wrote: > > I have a customer with

Re: [RE-wrenches] PG&E NEM3.0

Speaking of pG&EDoes anyone know if you install a zero sell inverter. Do you have to tell PG&E?I’ve got a friend out in California who asked me. ThxJayOn Feb 6, 2025, at 11:39 AM, Luke Christy via RE-wrenches wrote:William,I’d like to keep the discussion here also. I’m in Colorado so sort of thou

[RE-wrenches] Zero sell permitting

When doing a zero sell install. What are people’s experience with needing utility approval? It would seem as being behind the meter you don’t need it. But just wondering as I’ve had a few people ask me especially from California given the ridiculously high electricity costs. Thanks in advanc

[RE-wrenches] neutral ground bond in EG4

Hi All I just got off the phone with EG4 with the following situation and I wonder if anyone has see this or can comment. With no wires attached, inverter ( LUX 6000XP) I read 120v from L1 to ground and of course 120v to N. Yes it has an internal ground bond option which is turned off. EG

Re: [RE-wrenches] neutral ground bond in EG4

I just got an email back from them saying the following. There is no solid bond but the following will allow voltage to be detected between neutral and ground. Internal EMI filters or transient suppression devices that connect the AC lines to the ground. A small leakage path to ground via these

Re: [RE-wrenches] Midnite Powerflo16 with Radian

Thx Nick. The limitations on specific BMS is quite interesting and disappointing I couldn’t start a 1/2 a radian with 60kwh of older style eg4. But with just a bit of solar on it started it no issue. So there is a real problem with the limitations on inrush. JayOn Dec 11, 2024, at 12:07 PM, Nick Lu

Re: [RE-wrenches] neutral ground bond in EG4

nt to be on ground and half on > neutral. > > -James Jefferson Jarvis > APRS World, LLC > +1-507-454-2727 > http://www.aprsworld.com/ > > > On Tue, Dec 10, 2024 at 5:00 PM jay via RE-wrenches > <mailto:re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org>> wrote: >>

Re: [RE-wrenches] Boot-strapping discharged lithium batteries.

On Dec 11, 2024, at 5:52 PM, Jay wrote:I’m going to try and fix a black start 4 x  fortress E flex tomorrow with a vevor 15 amp 48v charger the customer bought. $100. I’ll let you know how it goes. JayOn Dec 11, 2024, at 12:47 PM, Steve Higgins via RE-wrenches wrote:William... I have found that

Re: [RE-wrenches] Silent mode

Or 2 or 3. RIP boB, you are missed. JayOn Dec 16, 2024, at 10:29 AM, Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches wrote: Heard that boB Gudgel passed! Rest in peace old friend! Will raise one tonight !  Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" https://offgridsolar1.com/ e-m

Re: [RE-wrenches] AIO and Fortress eFlex

Hi Howie. I didn’t see that message. What does midnite say? I’m also not scared of open loop. I have a lot of older legacy systems that are running open loop without issues. Another positive of open loop is never worrying about a SOC shut down due to out of calibration with actual volts.

[RE-wrenches] 1/2 wave loads

Hi all. I’ve recently been made aware that the fortress inverter isn’t too happy with 1/2 wave loads. I’m wondering if this is an issue with the AIO or solark? Thanks in advance Jay ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues

Re: [RE-wrenches] 1/2 wave loads

c Protection > maver...@mavericksolar.com > 512-460-9825 > > > >>> On Dec 18, 2024, at 12:36 PM, Jay via RE-wrenches >>> wrote: >>> >> Hi all. >> >> I’ve recently been made aware that the fortress inverter isn’t too happy >>

Re: [RE-wrenches] Better Internet Connected Charge Controller

i haven’t used the morningstar online equipment. I do like the victron, its pretty easy to set up and versatile Lots of size/voltage options. Jay > On Dec 17, 2024, at 6:24 PM, Mark Frye via RE-wrenches > wrote: > > Folks, > > I am going to be charging some AGMS with PV for a remote equi

Re: [RE-wrenches] 1/2 wave loads

wrote: > >  > What is a half wave load? > > On Dec 18, 2024 13:35, Jay via RE-wrenches > wrote: > Hi all. > > I’ve recently been made aware that the fortress inverter isn’t too happy with > 1/2 wave loads. > > I’m wondering if this is an issue with the AIO

Re: [RE-wrenches] 1/2 wave loads

> Jay > >>> On Dec 18, 2024, at 1:34 PM, GLBCC via RE-wrenches >>> wrote: >>> >>  >> What is a half wave load? >> >> On Dec 18, 2024 13:35, Jay via RE-wrenches >> wrote: >> Hi all. >> >> I’ve recently been

Re: [RE-wrenches] More Issues with Parallel Sol-Ark 15K System

curve with Midnite's AIO and PF16, both Logan and Rick (and Richard at NAZ) have been there immediately for me and have held my hand the whole time.On Fri, Dec 13, 2024 at 1:43 PM Jay via RE-wrenches <re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote:Hi JasonI had a similar situation at signature so

Re: [RE-wrenches] SolarEdge

Is module level shut down required?On Dec 13, 2024, at 6:02 PM, Lou Russo via RE-wrenches wrote:Wrenches,We maintain a SolarEdge 119kW (564 panels) small commercial grid tied system without ESS that we did not install. We were brought in at the bitter end to commission and get the interconnection

Re: [RE-wrenches] More Issues with Parallel Sol-Ark 15K System

Hi JasonI had a similar situation at signature solar/eg4. Customer was having lots of random issues with 18kpv. That included multiple shut downs per day. After a few weeks of going through the same questions and answers I was able to find a good level 2 tech who agreed to replace the inverter. The

Re: [RE-wrenches] 1/2 wave loads

they would be replacing both inverters, but they said since one hasn't reported any issues, they would not be replacing that one. That was at least 2 months ago, and I have not heard anything since.Howie MichaelsonOn Wed, Dec 18, 2024 at 4:02 PM Jay via RE-wrenches <re-wrenches@lists.re-wre

Re: [RE-wrenches] Measuring an RV for load

). It sounds like this is what you are looking for. Around $300 Kindly,ChrisOn Wed, Nov 20, 2024 at 7:05 PM Jay via RE-wrenches <re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote:Thx Ray. It’s not close by and I’m looking for something they can just plug and play, so they can just read it and let m

Re: [RE-wrenches] De-icing panels off grid

Wow how much snow did that? Jay > On Dec 6, 2024, at 9:26 AM, Todd Cory via RE-wrenches > wrote: > > Yes, in deep snow country tall pole mounts can be expensive... especially > with enough room below so the sliding snow never meets the bottom edge of the > array. My home system has 5 pol

Re: [RE-wrenches] 1/2 wave loads

> On Dec 19, 2024, at 10:11 AM, Jesse Dahl via RE-wrenches > wrote: > > I think about resistive loads as “in-phase”. Half-wave seem like they would > a load with a diode blocking one side of the waveform. > Sent from my iPhone > >>> On Dec 18, 2024, a

Re: [RE-wrenches] AGM battery recommendations

> William > > Miller Solar > 17395 Oak Road, Atascadero, CA 93422 > 805-438-5600 > www.millersolar.com > CA Lic. 773985 > > > > -Original Message----- > From: RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] On > Behalf Of jay via RE-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] AGM battery recommendations

nclosure, around $14000.00 > Enclosure is indoor/outdoor rated. > > https://discoverenergysys.com/products/lithium-batteries/aes-rackmount > https://discoverenergysys.com/products/accessories/slimline-enclosure > > On Sat, Jan 11, 2025 at 3:31 PM jay via RE-wrenches > <

[RE-wrenches] AGM battery recommendations

Hi All I have a customer what is set on AGM. It been so long since I’ve bough any, wondering if there are any recommendations? The ones I’m looking at: Rolls S6-460AGM-RE Full river DC-400-6 Trojan SAES 06 375 6V sun Xtender brand. What’s interesting is the trojan has about 3000 cycle

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fm-80 oddness

Follow-up. The controller started up later after I left and according to history did produce kWh. I watched it for a good 15-20 minutes and it was in snooze the whole time. Battery volts were low. I’ve replaced it for now. I ve never seen one do this before. Jay > On Jan 10, 2025, at 1

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback radian inverter with FM 100 ground fault

Question about the fuses. For testing could you put a short test wire across the ends of the fuse holder and use a clamp on to test for current? Would it cause any damage?Instead of potentially going through lots of fuses?  JayOn Jan 19, 2025, at 7:48 AM, Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches wrote:Hello Dan

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback radian inverter with FM 100 ground fault

modules, it should tell you about where to look. If you have multiple > strings, isolate the problem: disconnect all of the PV negative connections > and see which one gives you a solid voltage to ground. > > Kent Osterberg > Blue Mountain Solar > > > On 1/19/2025 6:57

Re: [RE-wrenches] IQ8: Envoy needed for California installations

You’ll need gateway for warranty. JayOn Jan 21, 2025, at 6:31 AM, Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches wrote:Hi William, I am 100% sure that the IQ7 would work without a Gateway. I am nearly sure that the IQ8's will as well. I'll sometimes turn the solar on before the gateway is fully installed just to t

Re: [RE-wrenches] 120-240 Transformer loud vibration and humming.

1 volt when running. Amp were 12 on both legs.On Thu, Jan 23, 2025 at 9:48 AM Jay via RE-wrenches <re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote:Are the amps leg the same?JayOn Jan 22, 2025, at 9:29 PM, Steve Higgins via RE-wrenches <re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote:How do their cl

Re: [RE-wrenches] 120-240 Transformer loud vibration and humming.

Are the amps leg the same?JayOn Jan 22, 2025, at 9:29 PM, Steve Higgins via RE-wrenches wrote:How do their clocks run?   Is the Xfmer quiet down when the generator runs? If you have an O-scope, check the output waveform off the inverter. My guess is that the output waveform will be deformed, caus

Re: [RE-wrenches] big copper wire order

got it. I know that 2/0 aluminum is the same physical size as 1/0 copper. But guess you need more than that. That is a big expense for someone! jay > On Jan 23, 2025, at 5:13 PM, david quattro wrote: > > Hi Jay, Yes you nailed it. That is the issue. >The underground conduits were run

[RE-wrenches] Radian GT set up

HI All I find myself at a loss. Its been way too many years since I’ve had to work on a OB radian GT with full outback gear to remember all the settings. I have someone contacting me with a system that isn’t or doesn’t seem to be working. Without OB tech support ( lones) available I wonder

Re: [RE-wrenches] PV watts question

Rd+Ste+130+%7C+San+Luis+Obispo,+CA+%7C93401?entry=gmail&source=g> >> Cell phone +1 805 704 3226 | Fax +1 805 357 6104 >> www.recgroup.com <http://www.recgroup.com/> | george.mcclel...@recgroup.com >> <mailto:george.mcclel...@recgroup.com> >> >> &

[RE-wrenches] PV watts question

HI All I’m working with a customer who’s pretty savvy and is using PV watts for his design. What I can’t figure out is the kwh/year goes down if he uses dc/ac ration of 1.5 instead of 1.2 which is the default. Hes in Santa Fe NM. .8 ratio= 1663 kwh/yr 1.0 ratio = 1668 kwh/yr 1.2 ratio =

Re: [RE-wrenches] Attaching Ground To Steel Frame

Why not a Layin lug?JayOn Jan 28, 2025, at 4:59 PM, Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches wrote: Is anything to be buried? Concrete?   _ Dana Orzel    GREAT SOLAR WORKS!   C – 208.721.7003  E – d...@solarwork

Re: [RE-wrenches] AGM battery recommendations

On Sat, Jan 11, 2025, 3:38 PM jay via RE-wrenches <re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: I was going to try and steer her towards lithium but she wants zero, absolutely

Re: [RE-wrenches] Generator Overvoltage Troubleshoot

The normal generator test uses resistive loads which are easy for the voltage regulator. I’ve had success with problem generators by adding watts of resistive loads, space heaters. Worth a test. Because this generator is so large, might take 5k or more of heaters. JayOn Jan 3, 2025, at 7:53 AM, Jim

Re: [RE-wrenches] PowerWall 3 in an off-grid system?

I’m curious what the PW 3 surge rating is? Anyone know? And where would it be found, I can’t find it. jay > On Dec 21, 2024, at 4:03 PM, Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches > wrote: > > > > No warranty is no warranty. Would love it if Elon would go offgrid. > > The model 3 is almo

[RE-wrenches] Fm-80 oddness

Hi all I just checked on a newer install with fm-80 It is turning off ( snooze) after just a few minutes before it gets to absorb and isn’t going into float. Won’t do eq either. Not connected via comms or temp sensor. ( disconnected to trouble shoot Rebooted to factory default, same issue.

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fm-80 oddness

my iPhone > >> On Jan 10, 2025, at 1:26 PM, Jay via RE-wrenches >> wrote: >> >> Hi all >> >> I just checked on a newer install with fm-80 >> >> It is turning off ( snooze) after just a few minutes before it gets to >> absorb and isn

[RE-wrenches] outback fm-80

HI All, I thought I’d share some details from OB that I got the other day. Maybe some or most of you know this but I didn’t. 1. there are 3 blue pots at the bottom of the controller. The lowest one is voltage adjustment. Set the calibration to 0, then adjust with that pot. It leaves the f

Re: [RE-wrenches] Lithium Iron Cell recovery

Hi Mac I guess my question would how did this happen and why wouldn’t it happen again? It would seem the balance system didn’t work or isn’t working? And I don’t know what kind of issues that could cause going forward. I guess I’d be cautious about what could happen I have heard from a few peo

Re: [RE-wrenches] Alternate LVD shutdown

Simpliphy has a very high voltage LVD. And the older OB can’t be programmed to those voltages On Jan 2, 2025, at 10:04 AM, Tyrone Houck via RE-wrenches wrote:Forgive my ignorance but why won't the vfx lbco work for lithium?    On Thu, Jan 2, 2025, 8:19 AM Bill Battagin via RE-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] outback GS/FX fan

timesOn Wed, Jan 15, 2025, 9:45 AM jay via RE-wrenches <re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote:HI All Does anyone know to get  an aftermarket replacement fan for a outback GS/FX? thanks jay ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional

Re: [RE-wrenches] outback GS/FX fan

k options in a few minutes of > searching. > > > -James Jefferson Jarvis > APRS World, LLC > +1-507-454-2727 > http://www.aprsworld.com/ > > > On Wed, Jan 15, 2025 at 11:58 AM Jay via RE-wrenches > <mailto:re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org>> wrote: >>

Re: [RE-wrenches] Obscure PG&E NEM 3 question for CA Wrenchers

On Jan 15, 2025, at 7:01 AM, Jay wrote:They are lucky. The contracts everyone signed with PG&E  are for 20 yrs. After that PGE can move you to another contract As to the wireless meter vs physically read meter, I don’t know if they will allow that. They have electronic meters that are not wireles

[RE-wrenches] outback GS/FX fan

HI All Does anyone know to get an aftermarket replacement fan for a outback GS/FX? thanks jay ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change lists

[RE-wrenches] how to record electrical consumption on PV direct pump

HI All, Here is a weird one to me. A buddy works for the forest service and they have an new solar pump without batteries which they want to meter the electrical usage. Offgrid, no cell. Its doesn’t need to be real time, can be just monthly totals. I don’t know where to even look for somethin

Re: [RE-wrenches] how to record electrical consumption on PV direct pump

; hard to find something that would tolerate being power cycled every day. > > On Thu, Jan 16, 2025 at 2:54 PM jay via RE-wrenches > <mailto:re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org>> wrote: >> HI All, >> >> Here is a weird one to me. >> >> A bu

Re: [RE-wrenches] how to record electrical consumption on PV direct pump

s, Inc. > • Solar Commander Remote Power > • SunFlow Systems Cathodic Protection > maver...@mavericksolar.com > 512-460-9825 > > > >> On Jan 16, 2025, at 4:11 PM, jay via RE-wrenches >> wrote: >> >> Good point. >> >> It’s a grundfo

Re: [RE-wrenches] Zero sell permitting

Hi Sam. So to be clear. A zero sell is still required to get a net metered agreement?JayOn Feb 11, 2025, at 3:17 PM, Sam Haraldson wrote:The utility here in Montana requires any small-generator facility to have an interconnection agreement with them.  A standard net-metered agreement is called a

Re: [RE-wrenches] Zero sell permitting

Here in NM the main utility will not allow a zero sell installation, period. Some heavy hitters have been trying to get it allowed, but so far haven’t been successful. Hence my asking what the rules are in other places. ThxJayOn Feb 11, 2025, at 3:37 PM, James Jarvis via RE-wrenches wrote:The int

Re: [RE-wrenches] Issues with HomeGrid

Hi Jason Wow just wow. That’s so screwed up on so many levels. Obviously designed by someone who’s never installed, repaired or designed anything. I agree with EG4. They might actually be the largest single supplier in the USA feom one source I talked to. I don’t think anyone yet has combine

Re: [RE-wrenches] 48V Charger Recommendation

I bought this one for a client. Works fine I removed the end and put clamps on it. $95VEVOR 48 Volt Golf Cart Battery Charger, 15 AMP, Smart Battery Charger with RXV Plug, Compatible with Lead-Acid AGM/GEL/EFB MF Flooded NMC LiFePO4 Batteries for EZGO TXT, IP67 Waterproof ETL Certifiedvevor.comOn F

Re: [RE-wrenches] SolarEdge Has Gone Too Far

Hi Jason, they might be dead as a company. Looking at their financials, as of sept 24 for y/y revenue: down 64% only 260 million income: down 1870%-1.21$ B net profit margin down 5380% operating income down 5004% -854$ million > On Feb 19,

Re: [RE-wrenches] Kohler 24RCLA Programming

Is this for use with an inverter and if so which inverter. Jay > On Feb 21, 2025, at 1:49 PM, William Miller via RE-wrenches > wrote: > >  > Friends: > > I need to learn how to program a Kohler 24RCLA for exercise cycle and > cool-down time and maybe other functions. Does anyone have a re

Re: [RE-wrenches] midnite AIO

Hi Logan. I am super impressed with what the AIO can do. Question. What happens if something breaks inside. Is it field repairable?ThxJayOn Feb 22, 2025, at 2:07 PM, William Bryce via RE-wrenches wrote:Everyone wants to compare the AIO inverters to the older low frequency inverters when it comes

Re: [RE-wrenches] Offset charge rates vs system sizing to meet 100% production

Hi Dana. Do you mean offsetting the $ amount or the kWh amount?JayOn Feb 22, 2025, at 8:33 AM, Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches wrote: I am wondering if anyone else has this offset on Kwhr net meter discrepancy & how to design accurately design for this discrepancy. Idaho Powers’ version of net

[RE-wrenches] AP smart

Hi all. Does anyone know max distance between panels and inverter with ap smart? I have a very unusual design that might happen with 2 small houses connects to 1 meter. They want to do as much self generating as possible. But it’s 425’ from the inverter location to the only place to install

Re: [RE-wrenches] Automatic Dark Start of Depleted Lithium Batteries

One advantage of the blue ion if I have it right is they had a charge circuit built in using diodes. Which meant it could charge even though it was not discharging. Pretty trick design. I do think the Lithium folks need to have a much better way to deal with someone who has black start situ

Re: [RE-wrenches] Generator failure alarm

I have a suggestion. The Atkinson is pretty amazing. What if you set up each generator with 1 GSCM. Start signal is sent to generator #1 and the GSCM tries but the generator doesn’t start, I believe it has a fault circuit which maybe you could use to trigger generator #2 GSCM AGS start se

Re: [RE-wrenches] RSS: Is it necessary?

Ground mounted arrays have 2 ways to protect the wires. Cover the wires Or Put some kind of fence around the whole array. My array  is inside a 5 acre old fenced horse pasture. That was ok for the AHJ. JayOn Feb 17, 2025, at 10:44 PM, William Miller via RE-wrenches wrote:Tyrone: You raise an exce

[RE-wrenches] Ground mount portrait

I’m looking for some recommendations of low profile ( it’s an HOA) portrait ground mounts. Could be 6-12 panels wide, 400 wattish. Flat ground, minimal clearance needed. Thanks in advance Jay ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional mem

Re: [RE-wrenches] Can All FXR Inverters Sell?

Fxr can do on or off grid. The fxr is not compatible with the older fx line > On Feb 28, 2025, at 7:48 AM, Todd Cory via RE-wrenches > wrote: > >  > Speculation here: > If the FX > FXR architectures are the same, a FX inverter cannot become a GFX > without different circuit boards, but the

Re: [RE-wrenches] Mystery Racking

I vote for custom Jay > On Mar 3, 2025, at 12:19 PM, Corey Shalanski via RE-wrenches > wrote: > >  > I occasionally see "name that racking"-type posts on this message board - so > figured I would post one of my own... > > Please see attached photos. As far as I can tell, it is just a random

Re: [RE-wrenches] 40 Degree tilt array

Hi drake Solarrackworks is one. Jay > On Mar 8, 2025, at 8:56 AM, Drake Chamberlin via RE-wrenches > wrote: > >  > Hello Wrenches, > > Does anyone make 40 degree tilt up racking anymore. Unirac used to, and we > have a 40 degree tilt Unirac system on our roof that works fine. > > Unir

Re: [RE-wrenches] 40 Degree tilt array

General specialties is another On Mar 8, 2025, at 9:35 AM, Dana Orzel via RE-wrenches wrote: MTSolar   _ Dana Orzel    GREAT SOLAR WORKS!   C – 208.721.7003  E – d...@solarwork.com W - www. greatso

[RE-wrenches] Mate 1 failure mode

Hi all I’m wondering if anyone has seen a mate 1 fail with the screen illuminated but no visible letters/numbers. And the buttons worked. From memory he could start the generator. I never have. I replaced it with one from Zonna. Thx Jay ___ List sp

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