Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again.

2016-05-28 Thread Richard N. Bush via CnC-List
ard N. Bush 2950 Breckenridge Lane, Suite Nine Louisville, Kentucky 40220-1462 502-584-7255 -Original Message- From: David via CnC-List To: CNC CNC Cc: David Sent: Tue, May 24, 2016 10:28 am Subject: Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again. Geez Bill...what the heck took you so

Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again.

2016-05-24 Thread Josh Muckley via CnC-List
it will > be. Now I need to figure out if the companionway is the way to go... > > David F. Risch > (401) 419-4650 (cell) > > > -- > Date: Tue, 24 May 2016 11:06:47 -0400 > To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com > Subject: Re: Stus-List solar power

Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again.

2016-05-24 Thread David via CnC-List
THANK YOU all for saving me much research. A Genesun controller it will be. Now I need to figure out if the companionway is the way to go... David F. Risch (401) 419-4650 (cell) Date: Tue, 24 May 2016 11:06:47 -0400 To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List solar power setup

Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again.

2016-05-24 Thread Robert Boyer via CnC-List
I agree completely with the benefit of Genusun controllers. I have 3 GV-10's. Also, Fred is absolutely correct about the very high voltage produces by solar panels. Bob Bob Boyer S/V Rainy Days (1983 C&C Landfall 38 - Hull #230) Blog: dainyrays.blogspot.com Email: dainyr...@icloud.com Annapo

Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again.

2016-05-24 Thread Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List
them cheaper). Marek From: David via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2016 10:49 To: CNC CNC Cc: David Subject: Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again. Just to verify, it seems at 50 watts and a 400 amp battery capacity, I will not need a controller. Or is t prudent to have one anyway

Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again.

2016-05-24 Thread Bill Bina - gmail via CnC-List
Strongly recommend a Genasun controller. They make a 5 amp model that will fill the bill. Genasun uses all ceramic capacitors which are more reliable, especially in harsh environments. The Genasun is a true MPPT controller and allows charging to continue taking place even in partial shade, wher

Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again.

2016-05-24 Thread Frederick G Street via CnC-List
is t prudent to have one anyway... > > David F. Risch > 1981 40-2 > (401) 419-4650 (cell) > > > Date: Tue, 24 May 2016 10:42:39 -0400 > To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > Subject: Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again. > From: cnc-l

Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again.

2016-05-24 Thread Robert Boyer via CnC-List
>> packaged units? >> >> Thanks in advance. >> >> David F. Risch >> 1981 40-2 >> (401) 419-4650 (cell) >> >> >> To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com> >> Date: Tue, 1 Mar 2016 11:12:43 -0500 >>

Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again.

2016-05-24 Thread Edd Schillay via CnC-List
hatch will not slide > open. > > Anybody find a setup that might work that is not one of those cheapo packaged > units? > > Thanks in advance. > > David F. Risch > 1981 40-2 > (401) 419-4650 (cell) > > > To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com <mailto:cnc

Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again.

2016-05-24 Thread David via CnC-List
Just to verify, it seems at 50 watts and a 400 amp battery capacity, I will not need a controller. Or is t prudent to have one anyway... David F. Risch 1981 40-2 (401) 419-4650 (cell) Date: Tue, 24 May 2016 10:42:39 -0400 To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List solar power setup

Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again.

2016-05-24 Thread Charlie Nelson via CnC-List
Nelson Water Phantom C&C 36 XL/kcb cenel...@aol.com -Original Message- From: David via CnC-List To: CNC CNC Cc: David Sent: Tue, May 24, 2016 10:28 am Subject: Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again. Geez Bill...what the heck took you so long... Perfect. Thanks Bill,

Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again.

2016-05-24 Thread David via CnC-List
Geez Bill...what the heck took you so long... Perfect. Thanks Bill, you saved a from much Googling! David F. Risch (401) 419-4650 (cell) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Date: Tue, 24 May 2016 10:24:06 -0400 Subject: Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again. From: cnc-list@cnc-list.com CC: billbinal

Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again.

2016-05-24 Thread Bill Bina - gmail via CnC-List
http://www.ebay.com/itm/161669212758 The 50 watt one is 21x27 inches and quite thin. Bill Bina On 5/24/2016 10:06 AM, David via CnC-List wrote: OK...so I am trying to put a trickle charger on top of my sliding companionway hatch. Found a quality one within the length (27") and width (24")

Re: Stus-List solar power setup...again.

2016-05-24 Thread David via CnC-List
of those cheapo packaged units? Thanks in advance. David F. Risch 1981 40-2 (401) 419-4650 (cell) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Date: Tue, 1 Mar 2016 11:12:43 -0500 Subject: Re: Stus-List solar power setup From: cnc-list@cnc-list.com CC: awh...@thegateguys.com Great site with tutorials a

Re: Stus-List solar power setup Cont...

2016-03-04 Thread David Knecht via CnC-List
Hi Edd- The one I have is not thin enough to open the hatch (probably a bit more than an inch thick). That would be nice, and I am going to think about something thin or lighter if/when I have to replace the panel. But it is not a big deal, taking it below when I come to the boat and putting i

Re: Stus-List solar power setup Cont...

2016-03-03 Thread Richard N. Bush via CnC-List
CnC discussion list Cc: David Knecht Sent: Thu, Mar 3, 2016 1:06 pm Subject: Re: Stus-List solar power setup Cont... I got a Blue Sea socket and plug and wired the plug to the panel and mounted the socket near my engine panel and ran that to a Sunsaver Duo controller in the lazarette and

Re: Stus-List solar power setup Cont...

2016-03-03 Thread Edd Schillay via CnC-List
David, Is your 50W thin enough to leave on the companionway hatch when sailing? In other words, can it slide with the hatch forward? If so, what panel did you use? All the best, Edd Edd M. Schillay Starship Enterprise C&C 37+ | Sail No: NCC-1701-B City Island, NY Starship Enterprise's Cap

Re: Stus-List solar power setup Cont...

2016-03-03 Thread David Knecht via CnC-List
I got a Blue Sea socket and plug and wired the plug to the panel and mounted the socket near my engine panel and ran that to a Sunsaver Duo controller in the lazarette and from there up to the battery compartment. I just plug in the panel before I leave the boat and unplug when I come back and

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2016-03-03 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
: Re: Stus-List solar power setup Cont... David, No experience with a waterproof plug, but I once considered the idea and rejected because of aesthetic reasons with the routing of wires, chance of leaks, and the trip hazard on the foredeck. The solar panel that charges the battery under my V

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2016-03-03 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
-list.com] On Behalf Of David via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, March 01, 2016 4:21 PM To: CNC CNC Cc: David Subject: Re: Stus-List solar power setup Cont... So I don't want a permanent setup and an easy setup/put-away. I am thinking the foredeck (on mooring and anchor) has the most sun exp

Re: Stus-List solar power setup Cont...

2016-03-01 Thread Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List
easy to install. Just my 2 cents Marek C270 "Legato" Ottawa, ON From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of David via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, March 01, 2016 16:21 To: CNC CNC Cc: David Subject: Re: Stus-List solar power setup Cont... So I don

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2016-03-01 Thread David via CnC-List
t@cnc-list.com Date: Tue, 1 Mar 2016 11:12:43 -0500 Subject: Re: Stus-List solar power setup From: cnc-list@cnc-list.com CC: awh...@thegateguys.com Great site with tutorials and many options www.batterystuff.com .I have purchased several systems for other purposes there. You may need to is

Re: Stus-List solar power setup

2016-03-01 Thread Marek Dziedzic (hotmail) via CnC-List
days at an anchor. Marek C270 “Legato” Ottawa, ON From: Stevan Plavsa via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, March 1, 2016 11:05 To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Stevan Plavsa Subject: Re: Stus-List solar power setup That morningstar controller really is inexpensive. Nice find. Richard, maybe this will be

Re: Stus-List solar power setup

2016-03-01 Thread Richard N. Bush via CnC-List
Louisville, Kentucky 40220-1462 502-584-7255 -Original Message- From: Stevan Plavsa via CnC-List To: cnc-list Cc: Stevan Plavsa Sent: Tue, Mar 1, 2016 11:03 am Subject: Re: Stus-List solar power setup That morningstar controller really is inexpensive. Nice find. Richard, maybe

Re: Stus-List solar power setup

2016-03-01 Thread Allen White via CnC-List
Joe [mailto:joe.della.ba...@ssa.gov] Sent: Tuesday, March 01, 2016 10:10 AM To: 'cnc-list@cnc-list.com' Subject: Re: Stus-List solar power setup I don’t know about Canadian exchange rates, but my setup is about $120 US. I have a meter anyway, so the cheap Morningstar controller was fine

Re: Stus-List solar power setup

2016-03-01 Thread Stevan Plavsa via CnC-List
– but > I do use it on my mooring. I usually put it on the foredeck when I am gone. > > Joe > > Coquina > > > > *From:* Richard N. Bush [mailto:bushma...@aol.com] > *Sent:* Tuesday, March 01, 2016 10:19 AM > *To:* cnc-list@cnc-list.com > *Cc:* Della Barba, Jo

Re: Stus-List solar power setup

2016-03-01 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
do use it on my mooring. I usually put it on the foredeck when I am gone. Joe Coquina From: Richard N. Bush [mailto:bushma...@aol.com] Sent: Tuesday, March 01, 2016 10:19 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Della Barba, Joe Subject: Re: Stus-List solar power setup Joe, thank you for the solar

Re: Stus-List solar power setup

2016-03-01 Thread Richard N. Bush via CnC-List
27; Cc: Della Barba, Joe Sent: Tue, Mar 1, 2016 9:50 am Subject: Stus-List solar power setup Someone asked me about my solar panel setup.I have one of these – a 50 watt panel:http://www.amazon.com/Renogy-Watts-Volts-Monocrystalline-Solar/dp/B00DVPPFDS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1456843564&sr=

Re: Stus-List solar power setup

2016-03-01 Thread Richard N. Bush via CnC-List
-list.com' Cc: Della Barba, Joe Sent: Tue, Mar 1, 2016 9:50 am Subject: Stus-List solar power setup Someone asked me about my solar panel setup. I have one of these – a 50 watt panel:http://www.amazon.com/Renogy-Watts-Volts-Monocrystalline-Solar/dp/B00DVPPFDS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid

Re: Stus-List solar power setup

2016-03-01 Thread Stevan Plavsa via CnC-List
I purchased a 65watt mono panel with charge controller and cables from these guys: http://stores.ebay.ca/solarenergydcinc/ All told IIRC it was $250 CAD, maybe $300. Not a lot of money when talking boat stuff. That was back in 2013. The setup has served very well. People are right to recommend a q

Re: Stus-List solar power setup

2016-03-01 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Cc: Stevan Plavsa Subject: Re: Stus-List solar power setup I purchased a 65watt mono panel with charge controller and cables from these guys: http://stores.ebay.ca/solarenergydcinc/ All told IIRC it was $250 CAD, maybe $300. Not a lot of money when talking boat stuff. That was back in 2013. The

Stus-List solar power setup

2016-03-01 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Someone asked me about my solar panel setup. I have one of these – a 50 watt panel: http://www.amazon.com/Renogy-Watts-Volts-Monocrystalline-Solar/dp/B00DVPPFDS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1456843564&sr=8-1&keywords=renogy+50+watt I have this controller -http://www.amazon.com/SunGuard-Charge-Controlle