Re: [RE-wrenches] Back sheet covering

Mac, Yes, we used a silicon based paint and covered the UL label with a detachable sticker. We got the manufacturer to approve it. The silicon paint did not appear to interfere with the cooling of the module in our very limited testing. Screening with solarscrim would probably also work and

[RE-wrenches] Back sheet covering

Hi Wrenches, Does anyone know of a product or method to hide the white back sheets of modules mounted on a pole mount? I envision some type of taunt fabric almost like a shade cloth that will darken it up. Thanks ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance

[RE-wrenches] Secure/support PV wire requirements?

Hi, Wondering if anyone has insight into Code requirements for securing/supporting PV wire behind the modules? I am aware that USE-2 sends you to Section 334.30 requirements for Type NM (12" from box, every 4.5 '). However, I think this is totally bogus, for 2 reasons. 1) Section 338.10(B)(4)(b)

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback customer service?

Hi Rebekah Many, not all, OutBack Distributors offer design and tech support as well to dealer/installers. In most cases they will be able to answer questions on a larger range of products as well. Kind regards Tom Duffy Senior Solar Design Engineer [Real-logo-X-195] E-Mail:

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback customer service?

> Many, not all, OutBack Distributors offer design and tech support, that can > lead to questionable system design. I had a client discus a system that they > were getting from a distributor in LA that was NOT designed correctly for the > low temps here in maine. Be careful ...sometimes

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback customer service???

Thank you for responding Sandra. I appreciate you offering your direct number. We are now moving forward with the parts order. I hope you read and were able to glean from the various replies and comments the importance to dealers and installers to receive a higher priority from your service

Re: [RE-wrenches] Flat roof in snow country - snow removal

Todd, I've seen that photo of yours before. Yeah, that is really something!!! A few questions Have you seen it happen on systems or sites other than the one in the photo? What brand of modules? Were they covered under warranty? If not, Why not? So was this a result of some snow

Re: [RE-wrenches] Flat roof in snow country - snow removal

except, "let it melt" on shallow angle roof mounts often yields this:   todd         On Wednesday, December 9, 2015 1:48pm, "Benn Kilburn" said: Dana, SESA (Solar Energy Society of Alberta) has been providing a great service to anyone interested in Solar Energy for many

Re: [RE-wrenches] Flat roof in snow country - snow removal

Dana, SESA (Solar Energy Society of Alberta) has been providing a great service to anyone interested in Solar Energy for many years. One project touches on what a PV system will produce at various angles here in Edmonton and the result of snow removal, or not, in particular. I've been meaning to

Re: [RE-wrenches] Secure/support PV wire requirements?

SnapNrack.The rails facilitate the same wire securing possibilities as Williams conduit.They also have great wire clampsWorks very well on flush roof installs as wellI am sure there are other brands of rack that this will work with but we have lots of experience with the SnapNrack

Re: [RE-wrenches] Secure/support PV wire requirements?

Now that I am teaching electrical/solar more than installing electrical/solar I am designing labs and systems for education. As part of my classes I spend lots of time discussing wire management and "safe and workman like manner" to students with little to no experience in electrical systems.

Re: [RE-wrenches] Flat roof in snow country - snow removal

benn,   yes, this has happened to me on two sites (until i learned this type of mount does not work). one had mitsubishi modules and another evergreen modules. other colleagues here have had these painful "learning opportunities" too. both of these jobs were for customers who insisted on roof,

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback customer service?

I would always use caution when asking anyone for design recommendations. I they can't give good info get another distributor. Price is not the holy grail Kind regards Tom Duffy Senior Solar Design Engineer [Real-logo-X-195] E-Mail: t...@thesolar.biz Panama Office: 507-6126-1253 Direct Toll

[RE-wrenches] Battery degassing system

Friends: I inspected a mobile system recently that consisted of a set of vented lead-acid batteries directly below a rack of Outback FX inverters and Flexware cabinets. The batteries were not covered. They did have a dual set of tubes connecting the caps. When I asked about the possible safety

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback customer service???

Hi Wrenches. Sandra Herrera contacted me and let me know that Lones has been temporarily unavailable to the Wrench list, and she asked me to post this on her behalf: - - - - Hello RE-wrenches, Thank you all for your feedback, we really appreciate it. Larry, as you know my team has already

Re: [RE-wrenches] Secure/support PV wire requirements?

William, Are you using this method on roof top systems that are parallel to the roof as well? I don't want to bring up the question of what cost this adds to the job but here i am bringing it up! (labour and material, ...measuring & cutting pipe to length, cutting slots and "clips" on table