[RE-wrenches] XW connection to PC?

Fellow Wrenches, I am looking to see if there is a way to connect the Xantrex XW inverters to a PC for data acquisition and/or control. The cabling is familiar enough, but I can find no reference in Xantrex literature mentioning a PC link. With the old SW, they offered an

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW connection to PC?

Hi Jim, Xantrex has a XW configuration tool with a USB to Xanbus adapter and XW config software that is used for firmware upgrades and adjusting settings on connected devices. I don't know if it can be used for data acquisition. I haven't used one yet so I can't tell you how it works.

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW connection to PC?

Here's a link to follow: http://www.xantrex.com/web/id/269/p/1/pt/5/product.asp I do not know if the Communications Gateway is shipping or not, but it's close anyway. Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 -- Original Message --- From: design

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW connection to PC?

You might want to take a look at http://www.righthandeng.com/ - our experience with Xantrex made software has been less than .. gratifying. .. Northern Arizona Wind Sun - Electricity From The Sun

Re: [RE-wrenches] building permits for PV

Dana, See http://lomaprieta.sierraclub.org/global_warming/fee_study.htm I think there were other lists of permit requirements on this list but I can not find them. Perhaps someone can suggest a search method. Joel Davidson - Original Message - From: Andrew Truitt To:

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW connection to PC?

Hi All - yes the XW Gateway unit is shipping, and gives you either a wired or wireless connection to a local Ethernet network. The XW-Config tool is also available and provides a USB connection and software for set up and monitoring via a PC. (I don't think the Config tool is on the web site yet,

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW connection to PC?

Thanks, Mark~ Did the T-tap device ever materialize? You had written about this as a way to get power onto the Xanbus network if an inverter/charger was absent from the system. I think part number 865-1057 had been assigned. Please advise if this can now be ordered through distributor

Re: [RE-wrenches] voltage drop

I have a volt drop spreadsheet on our website as well at http:// www.solarray.com/TechGuides/TGmain_T.php It uses NEC temp correction for resistance, and another temp correction for ampacity. One is based on ambient air temp, and one is wire temp. All calculations are taken directly from the

[RE-wrenches] Module Voltage Question for Off-Grid Designers

Wrenches, Here's an issue I haven't seen directly addressed, and I would like to know what the rest of you are doing. It's getting harder to get 24V nominal modules. Because the bulk of industry growth is high-voltage grid-tied applications, modules no longer have to be a standard voltage. Just

[RE-wrenches] solar hot water penetration flashing

Any thoughts on how to flash a copper pipe roof penetration on a metal roof. The brazed copper flashing we typically use would cause corrosion with the steel roof I'm afraid. WHat have others used in this situation? Troy Harvey - Heliocentric 801-453-9434 [EMAIL

Re: [RE-wrenches] Module Voltage Question for Off-Grid Designers

Call me old school, but the only modules I keep in stock are 36 cell. I would consider 72 cell modules for stock but otherwise I just say no to all of the screwball cell counts that are out there. It's not that I refuse to sell anything else...but if I go goofy on the cell count I just order

Re: [RE-wrenches] Module Voltage Question for Off-Grid Designers

Allan, Because many MPPT controllers convert to any battery voltage, new installations allow you to use just about any solar module. When I install any higher voltage module on RV's (12 volt battery), I design series strings up to the max design voltage to minimize voltage drop. No more

Re: [RE-wrenches] Module Voltage Question for Off-Grid Designers

My favorite is the Sharp 175 for off-grid and solar pumping applications; a sturdy, well built and consistent module for most applications. You can even get them fairly often! Matt T Kirpal Khalsa wrote: Allen..Greetingsyes indeed it is an issue. we have been addressing with multiple

[RE-wrenches] SS zip ties

Where do you get these SS zip ties. I have seen them and think they would work in some applications. thanks, jay peltz power ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options settings:

Re: [RE-wrenches] SDHW and High Mains Pressure

Hi Peter, There are some hi end units that are really nice. Takagi, Rennai are the two that come to mind that are really amazing. They have digital remote controlls and are are designed to mounted outside, which saves a lot of interior space, cost of reworking the flue etc. Jay Peltz

Re: [RE-wrenches] solar hot water penetration flashing

I use similar boots, and design the penetration so the insulation and wrap ( we use aluminum) nearly cover the whole boot by the time you're all done. you're left with about 1/2 of boot showing all the way around. where can I get the coolie cap style brazed copper flashings? karl Todd Cory

Re: [RE-wrenches] SS zip ties

Jay: Waytekwire.com William At 04:15 PM 12/10/2008, you wrote: Where do you get these SS zip ties. I have seen them and think they would work in some applications. thanks, jay peltz power ___ ___

Re: [RE-wrenches] SS zip ties

Kent: To tighten: 1. Pull tie snug by hand. 2. Cut tail about 20 mm from clasp. 3. Roll tail with needle-nose pliers, like a sardine can lid. This tightens tie and hides sharp end. See http://mpandc.com/practices/Technical_Procedures/PV_wiring/PV_wiring.html for photos. Do not