Re: [RE-wrenches] Wire locator

2016-03-14 Thread Chris Mason
We have a Schonstedt unit, works very well for electrical services. There has to be current in the cable to see it. Otherwise you can find data cables and dead electrical cables by injecting a signal using the signal generator, either by induction or direct connection. It can find a service very ac

Re: [RE-wrenches] Silicone on Module Glass

2016-03-14 Thread frenergy
Benn, I would think a phone call or email (to get it in "writing") from the manufacturer would be the safest route to take. I know PV glass is no standard issue product and must vary some from manu to manu...composition, thickness, texture (or not), coatings? So I guess I'm more con

[RE-wrenches] Silicone on Module Glass

2016-03-14 Thread Benn Kilburn
Wrenches, I received some modules lately (and it has happened in the past) that have some degree of silicon on the front glass. It is usually either some spatter or a smear of sorts. These are from a distributor warehouse and in most cases i've seen the modules removed directly from the manufactur

Re: [RE-wrenches] HIQ Inverter Experience?

2016-03-14 Thread Daniel Tittmann
We were a test site for HiQ inverters at our warehouse in Redway ca. long way from the ocean, but plenty of rain. We had to replace the "Balancers" three times due to water damage before we switched to a string inverter. even at free HiQ wasn't worth the hassle. Maybe they have fixed the issues

[RE-wrenches] Wire locator

2016-03-14 Thread Kristopher Schmid
Hi Wrenches, Do any of you use a underground wire locating device? If so, can you recommend a brand? I've seen them for $50 and $2,500. Reply off list, please. Thanks, Kris -- Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 864 Clam Falls Trail Frederic, WI 54837 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4295 NA