Re: [RE-wrenches] SMA TL meter communication interference?

2014-10-21 Thread Jason Szumlanski
You could probably SELL that. People have asked me if it's possible to jam smart meter communications. Seriously, though, isn't there some FCC rule about devices accepting interference from other devices as part of their approval? Maybe smart meters would be covered under that. Jason Szumlanski

Re: [RE-wrenches] Mitsubishi Mini Split fighting with Outback VFX Off Grid

2014-10-21 Thread Jason Szumlanski
I have one system out there with a Mitsu mini-split unit on four VFX3648 inverters, and no reported issues. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar Jason Szumlanski On Tue, Oct 21, 2014 at 10:54 AM, d...@foxfire-energy.com wrote: Anyone else had issues with Mitsubishi Mini Split heat pumps fighting

Re: [RE-wrenches] Warranty replacements

2014-10-18 Thread Jason Szumlanski
a thriving and profitable service department, but until consumer expectations are brought back to reality, its not fun work. Jason Szumlanski On Thu, Oct 16, 2014 at 3:40 PM, Steve McCarney stevemccarne...@gmail.com wrote: Warranty-related service calls and related issues are compounded for off

Re: [RE-wrenches] Warranty replacements

2014-10-16 Thread Jason Szumlanski
they install. We have been picking up service business as a result (we have a reputation for doing so and manufacturers call us), but it's still not steady enough to handle well. Jason Szumlanski On Oct 15, 2014 4:41 PM, Rebecca Lundberg rebecca.lundb...@powerfullygreen.com wrote: We are starting

Re: [RE-wrenches] Schneider Technical Support

2014-10-09 Thread Jason Szumlanski
people, but ultimately solar is a tiny sliver of what they do. Jason Szumlanski On Thu, Oct 9, 2014 at 2:23 PM, penobscotso...@midmaine.com wrote: Does anyone have a number for Schneider's solar tech support? It seems impossible to reach people there with a direct question, without having

[RE-wrenches] Small DC Loads Powered With PV

2014-10-02 Thread Jason Szumlanski
about other trades engaging in these tiny PV systems that range from 5-40W. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address settings: http://lists.re

[RE-wrenches] PV Array Definition and 690.47(D) (2008)

2014-09-29 Thread Jason Szumlanski
Array. In fact, in the text an Array is defined as components forming a direct-current power-producing unit. In a microinverter-based system, how can any group of modules be considered an array given that definition? Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar ___ List

Re: [RE-wrenches] PV Array Definition and 690.47(D) (2008)

2014-09-29 Thread Jason Szumlanski
are mounted. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Mon, Sep 29, 2014 at 2:19 PM, Ray Walters r...@solarray.com wrote: Definitely could use some clarification. The 690 definition of an array says mechanically integrated, which sort of implies each roof plane is its own array. However in terms

Re: [RE-wrenches] PV Array Definition and 690.47(D) (2008)

2014-09-29 Thread Jason Szumlanski
[mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] *On Behalf Of *Jason Szumlanski *Sent:* Monday, September 29, 2014 11:54 AM *To:* RE-wrenches *Subject:* Re: [RE-wrenches] PV Array Definition and 690.47(D) (2008) We are 100% on the same page. That is the technique we use and the argument I

Re: [RE-wrenches] Modules over vents

2014-09-24 Thread Jason Szumlanski
of Florida downpours and found no issues. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Wed, Sep 24, 2014 at 6:38 AM, Bill Loesch solar1onl...@charter.net wrote: Bruce, August, et al, This is but one more example of confusing terminology. A plumbing vent is not an exhaust vent! A plumbing vent (what

Re: [RE-wrenches] Conduit supports on sloped composite shingle roofs

2014-09-23 Thread Jason Szumlanski
always get into the attic right from the j-box location. I think I'd use the QuickMount solution if we had to do this. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Mon, Sep 22, 2014 at 7:57 PM, Chris Mason cometenergysyst...@gmail.com wrote: In a hurricane region, we can't use glued supports. Caddy supports

Re: [RE-wrenches] Decking only flashed attachment?

2014-09-18 Thread Jason Szumlanski
Just got this from Zilla. This might be just what you are looking for... https://www.zillarac.com/Store/Product-Details/ProductID/25.aspx On Tue, Sep 16, 2014 at 9:32 AM, Will White william.wh...@rgsenergy.com wrote: We've used Ecofasten ECO-65 successfully on both SIP roofs and membrane

Re: [RE-wrenches] Decking only flashed attachment?

2014-09-16 Thread Jason Szumlanski
ultimate design wind speed (ASCE 7-10). Because of the number of fasteners per attachment point, even OSB should provide enough pull-out strength to meet your engineering requirements. http://www.ecofastensolar.com/store/pc/viewCategories.asp?idCategory=10 Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] Inverters Maximum Input Ratings

2014-08-26 Thread Jason Szumlanski
, as there seems to be evidence that a higher module rating/inverter rating ratio results in more energy harvest, presumably in part due to inverter efficiency increasing as the input power increases. That's why I have been reluctant to put 250-265W modules on the M250. Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] Inverters Maximum Input Ratings

2014-08-26 Thread Jason Szumlanski
Enphase's is similarly flat. I guess it's really a non-issue other than very low light situations. [image: Inline image 1] Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Tue, Aug 26, 2014 at 2:10 AM, Marco Mangelsdorf ma...@pvthawaii.com wrote: Look, guys, what’s beyond dispute is that ​​ when we size

Re: [RE-wrenches] ASP Inverters

2014-08-26 Thread Jason Szumlanski
on many contracts in the area, selling installed systems below our material costs, and even beating us on a large government contract.​ ​Ugh. How do you explain to a homeowner that they now have 5kw worth of fancy shingle protectors on their roof?​ Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Mon, Jun 30

[RE-wrenches] Inverters Maximum Input Ratings

2014-08-25 Thread Jason Szumlanski
, and how do inverter manufacturers determine the recommended and/or maximum rating of the connected module or array? Also, why do some manufacturers have a simple recommendation while others have a maximum rating? Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ ___ List

[RE-wrenches] Hyundai HiS-S265MG FSEC Approval

2014-08-19 Thread Jason Szumlanski
Does anyone know if the HiS-S265MG and HiS-S270MG modules are FSEC approved? The FSEC website only lists models up to 255 watts. I'm hoping it's just not up to date.​ ​​ Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List

Re: [RE-wrenches] Canadian Solar

2014-07-11 Thread Jason Szumlanski
It's been a solid brand for us for a few years. Soligent and Affordable Solar stock them, although supplies are a bit tight and the prices are creeping back up. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Fri, Jul 11, 2014 at 2:52 PM, Kristopher Schmid sol...@legacysolar.com wrote: Hi All, I have

Re: [RE-wrenches] Magnum and Pumps

2014-07-02 Thread Jason Szumlanski
going to guess your 3/4HP well pump will be a breeze to start with this inverter. Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Wed, Jul 2, 2014 at 10:47 AM, Allan Sindelar al...@sindelarsolar.com wrote: Drake, As a normal CYA, I'll always gently let a customer know that this (or any) particular

Re: [RE-wrenches] Magnum and Pumps

2014-07-02 Thread Jason Szumlanski
the limitations and possibilities, you may be just fine. Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Wed, Jul 2, 2014 at 11:00 AM, Jason Szumlanski ja...@fafcosolar.com wrote: For what it's worth, I've run a single speed 1.5HP pool pump with a MS4448PAE in a mobile application on a 38.4kWh battery bank (sixteen

Re: [RE-wrenches] Magnum and Pumps

2014-07-02 Thread Jason Szumlanski
that. Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Wed, Jul 2, 2014 at 2:35 PM, Roy Butler r...@four-winds-energy.com wrote: I haven't seen anyone mention the battery bank. If I understand correctly, there's a single string of sealed L16 batteries on this inverter. I have my doubts as to whether

Re: [RE-wrenches] Magnum and Pumps

2014-07-02 Thread Jason Szumlanski
Sorry, typo - that's a 48V string (one string of 8 batteries). Jason Szumlansk​i Fafco Solar On Wed, Jul 2, 2014 at 3:15 PM, Jason Szumlanski ja...@fafcosolar.com wrote: ​Even at 9600W, which is above the 5 second surge rating of the inverter,​ we're looking at about 200A on the DC side

Re: [RE-wrenches] Combining Multiple Inverters

2014-07-01 Thread Jason Szumlanski
for the utility to turn off the PV system. I didn't go into the fact that they don't require utility externally accessible disconnects anymore for Tier 1 interconnections. I don't need him to understand... just to allow. :) Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Fri, Jun 27, 2014 at 8:44 AM, Jason

Re: [RE-wrenches] Combining Multiple Inverters

2014-06-30 Thread Jason Szumlanski
systems in 2011, whereas 690.64(B)(1)-(7) in 2008 clearly applied to load-side connections only. Are you saying 705.12(D)(1)-(7) in 2011 apply to load-side connections only? That's not the way I interpret it. Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Fri, Jun 27, 2014 at 8:12 PM, Bill Brooks

[RE-wrenches] ASP Inverters

2014-06-30 Thread Jason Szumlanski
our first service call is going to be the first of many in our area. We're implementing a policy that we won't work on the inverters if the system has the fraudulent UL labels on the PV panels. That should be interesting... Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] Combining Multiple Inverters

2014-06-27 Thread Jason Szumlanski
out that dual 200A load panels are commonly fed this way and this was no different because I could just backfeed each 200A panel with two 20A breakers, my comment was met with blank stares. Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Thu, Jun 26, 2014 at 6:11 PM, Corey Shalanski cshalan...@joule

Re: [RE-wrenches] Combining Multiple Inverters

2014-06-27 Thread Jason Szumlanski
(i.e. 15A center and 20A outer breakers). They are not readily stocked and not cheap. We stuck with Sq D QO load centers for that reason. Am I missing something? Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Fri, Jun 27, 2014 at 11:32 AM, Dave Click davecl...@fsec.ucf.edu wrote

Re: [RE-wrenches] Combining Multiple Inverters

2014-06-26 Thread Jason Szumlanski
of a dedicated enclosure. There would be some material and labor savings. ​If the inverter has a maximum OCPD rating, you will be limited by that. ​Microinverters get around that by the wire and inverter being sized/rated for the entire maximum string. Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Wed, Jun 25

Re: [RE-wrenches] Pv wire

2014-06-26 Thread Jason Szumlanski
I use this site when I need a quick answer. Use RHH (covered) with one conductor. You get the same answer. http://www.electrician2.com/calculators/rf_calculator.html Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Thu, Jun 26, 2014 at 1:46 PM, Jason Szumlanski ja...@fafcosolar.com wrote: 0.0437435 per

Re: [RE-wrenches] Pv wire

2014-06-26 Thread Jason Szumlanski
Yeah, 1k/2k wire shows a diameter of 0.26 on the spec sheet, or 0.053093 in^2. Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Thu, Jun 26, 2014 at 2:06 PM, Kirk k...@vtsolar.com wrote: Nice calculator. RHH may be equivalent to 600 volt pv wire, but 1k/2k pv wire is thicker. Kirk Herander VSE

Re: [RE-wrenches] AFCI disturbances. wire nuts

2014-06-25 Thread Jason Szumlanski
What about an Ideal Push-In Model 39 dipped in liquid electrical tape? You can see through the case to ensure the wire is pushed all the way in, and it accepts stranded and solid wire. The cases are rated to 105C and they are UL 467. We use these for AC wiring sometimes, but mostly inside pool

Re: [RE-wrenches] Proposal Sketching Tool/Software

2014-06-19 Thread Jason Szumlanski
, gables, etc. It even does dutch gables and other less-common roof features. Often you have to do dormers as a separate roof. No big deal... I did my video on a home with to distinct roof sections that came together into one. Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Thu, Jun 19, 2014 at 10:02 AM

Re: [RE-wrenches] Proposal Sketching Tool/Software

2014-06-18 Thread Jason Szumlanski
number of modules and arrive to find out you can only fit x? William [image: Gradient Cap_mini] Lic 773985 millersolar.com http://www.millersolar.com/ 805-438-5600 *From:* RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] *On Behalf Of *Jason Szumlanski *Sent

[RE-wrenches] 230V Microinverters

2014-06-18 Thread Jason Szumlanski
Any known source of 230V 50Hz micros in the US? Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re

Re: [RE-wrenches] Proposal Sketching Tool/Software

2014-06-17 Thread Jason Szumlanski
off list and I'll email you an actual presentation packet. https://drive.google.com/a/fafcosolar.com/file/d/0B-Kt4aH7U2BWOXJhRXRoSV82SFE/edit?usp=sharing Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Tue, Jun 17, 2014 at 2:54 PM, August Goers aug...@luminalt.com wrote: Hi Wrenches, We are finding

Re: [RE-wrenches] Proposal Sketching Tool/Software

2014-06-17 Thread Jason Szumlanski
Hybrid rendering in Layout give you terrific results. ​Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar​ On Tue, Jun 17, 2014 at 3:52 PM, Daniel Young dyo...@dovetailsolar.com wrote: We also use Sketchup pro. If you take some time and create highly detailed templates for your commonly used equipment, then putting

Re: [RE-wrenches] Proposal Sketching Tool/Software

2014-06-17 Thread Jason Szumlanski
presentations! ​Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar​ On Tue, Jun 17, 2014 at 4:07 PM, Jason Szumlanski ja...@fafcosolar.com wrote: To answer August's question regarding plugins, and as a recommendation to Daniel - you MUST use the Instant Roof plugin by Chuck Vali. It went subscription based this year

Re: [RE-wrenches] Racking System - Identification Help

2014-06-03 Thread Jason Szumlanski
with a safety factor, that would be good for ​12 sq ft at 50 spf uplift per attachment. 250 fasteners would be good for about 5kW of solar. Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Tue, Jun 3, 2014 at 9:06 AM, Dave Click davecl...@fsec.ucf.edu wrote: Hi all, Anyone know what this racking system

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sheeting-attached roof mount

2014-06-03 Thread Jason Szumlanski
of attachments required, and we often exceed their minimum requirement. Ultimately there may be some significant installation cost advantages to reducing the need to locate and hit trusses, so exploring this method and materials as an industry is worth the effort. Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] Article 690, or The Haves Vs. Have Nots

2014-04-30 Thread Jason Szumlanski
, but for a 10kW system you have to do a supply side connection anyway on as typical 200A service, so combining strings somewhere is necessary, and a single run from the roof makes sense in many cases. Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 6:40 PM, jay peltz j...@asis.com wrote

Re: [RE-wrenches] Article 690, or The Haves Vs. Have Nots

2014-04-30 Thread Jason Szumlanski
failures.​ There is a reason we keep a good supply of 1A, 15A, and 20A Littlefuses in a drawer here. Jason Szumlanski On Wed, Apr 30, 2014 at 9:56 AM, Drake drake.chamber...@redwoodalliance.org wrote: There are good reasons to want to put AC combiners under modules, but some reasons

Re: [RE-wrenches] Article 690, or The Haves Vs. Have Nots

2014-04-30 Thread Jason Szumlanski
€‹ There is a reason we keep a good supply of 1A, 15A, and 20A Littlefuses in a drawer here. Jason Szumlanski  On Wed, Apr 30, 2014 at 9:56 AM, Drake drake.chamber...@redwoodalliance.org wrote: There are good reasons to want to put AC combiners under modules, but some reasons not to want to. â

Re: [RE-wrenches] Article 690, or The Haves Vs. Have Nots

2014-04-29 Thread Jason Szumlanski
about the screws on the SolaDeck cover itself requiring a tool to render it accessible is still an issue if the breakers themselves need to be readily accessible, but that would also apply to a Midnite MNPV, which also has a cover with a screw. Jason Szumlanski On 4/28/2014 5:57 PM, Bill Brooks

Re: [RE-wrenches] (no subject)

2014-04-29 Thread Jason Szumlanski
inverter output circuits? Very infrequently in my experience. I think it's good practice to keep a SolaDeck AC output circuit combiner box out of the blazing Florida sun, plus it looks a heck of a lot better. I did it at my home, and I'm happy I did so. Jason ​ Szumlanski​ On Mon, Apr 28, 2014 at 5

Re: [RE-wrenches] Article 690, or The Haves Vs. Have Nots

2014-04-29 Thread Jason Szumlanski
Not just microinverters. This could apply to multiple string inverters with combined output in a suitable panel under a module. That scenario is probably rare, but I have seen it on a commercial flat/low-pitched roof installation. Jason Szumlanski On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 12:43 PM, Bill Hoffer

[RE-wrenches] (no subject)

2014-04-28 Thread Jason Szumlanski
, Jason Szumlanski lt;a href=mailto:ja...@fafcosolar.com; target=_blankja...@fafcosolar.com/agt; wrote:br /divdl ddWhile the interior of a raceway in a wet location is considered a wet location, the interior of a NEMA 3R enclosure is not.. The breakers need not be listed for use in wet locations

Re: [RE-wrenches] high efficiency modules in U.S.

2014-04-25 Thread Jason Szumlanski
I heard Canadian Solar prices are on the rise, and supply will be tight and uncertain. Korean made panels were recommended as an alternative.​ Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Fri, Apr 25, 2014 at 8:42 AM, William Dorsett wmdors...@sbcglobal.netwrote: I was recently told by a distributor

Re: [RE-wrenches] Stainless NEMA4x load center

2014-04-23 Thread Jason Szumlanski
If NEMA 3R works, you can also consider a Soladeck combiner on pitched roofs. They make one for combining up to three microinverter circuits on the roof, and include circuit protection via DIN rail mounted breakers. Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Wed, Apr 23, 2014 at 11:11 AM, Drake

Re: [RE-wrenches] Flashings vs Sealants

2014-04-19 Thread Jason Szumlanski
-sealant-detail.html Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Sat, Apr 12, 2014 at 8:56 AM, Tom Lane t...@ecs-solar.com wrote: I am only going to refer to primarily to asphalt shingles . PLEASE read the label on the sealant you are using . Our company has used flexible polymer rubber - based sealants

Re: [RE-wrenches] Looking for an Evergreen Solar ES-195 Watt module

2014-04-19 Thread Jason Szumlanski
I need one, too - same model! Contact me off-list. ​Jason​ On Tue, Apr 15, 2014 at 5:59 PM, Paul Lyons ly...@zapotecenergy.com wrote: Hello Re-Wrenches – Does anyone know where I can purchase a single Evergreen Solar module, ES-195 Watt? If yes, please contact me off the list.

Re: [RE-wrenches] Autocad

2014-03-14 Thread Jason Szumlanski
flexible than overpriced and overly complicated Autocad. Autocad light woudl be my first choice, no way you need the full blown version. Bill On Wed, Mar 12, 2014 at 4:16 PM, Jason Szumlanski ja...@fafcosolar.comwrote: Unless there is a compelling reason to use AutoCAD, like interoperability

Re: [RE-wrenches] Autocad

2014-03-14 Thread Jason Szumlanski
LT route. Jason Szumlanski On Wed, Mar 12, 2014 at 10:37 PM, August Goers aug...@luminalt.com wrote: Hi William, We use AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT in our office. Although Sketchup is pretty awesome for the reasons others have already mentioned, it really doesn't compare to AutoCAD for heavy

Re: [RE-wrenches] AC Combiner with main breaker as system disconnect

2014-03-12 Thread Jason Szumlanski
Don't utter the word tap. :) See: http://www.soligent.net/documents/HappyLandings_v3.pdf We usually specify a fusible disconnect for overcurrent protection when grouping the PV AC combiner with the main premises disconnect is not practical. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Wed, Mar 12

Re: [RE-wrenches] AC Combiner with main breaker as system disconnect

2014-03-12 Thread Jason Szumlanski
The D222NRB General Duty safety switch is service rated. Why do you say it has to be heavy-duty? Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Wed, Mar 12, 2014 at 5:32 PM, Brian Teitelbaum bteitelb...@aeesolar.comwrote: One big omission, in the otherwise fine Soligent white paper, is that the 60A

Re: [RE-wrenches] Autocad

2014-03-12 Thread Jason Szumlanski
no time. Note: Instant Roof, a necessary plugin for roof modeling, has not been updated for Sketchup 2014, so download 2013 for now. The author is working on it. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Wed, Mar 12, 2014 at 7:09 PM, William Miller will...@millersolar.comwrote: Friends: The 3D CAD

Re: [RE-wrenches] Huge battery bank recommendation

2014-03-11 Thread Jason Szumlanski
Not that I have an answer for you, but I'm curious, too. You need to specify voltage to get a good answer. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Tue, Mar 11, 2014 at 9:24 AM, Mac Lewis maclew...@gmail.com wrote: Hi wrenches, I am consulting on a job that requires an 8000 Ahr battery bank

Re: [RE-wrenches] conductors and the 120% rule

2014-03-05 Thread Jason Szumlanski
the archives for: sizing a sub-panel used to combinemultipleinverter outputs (there are several prior discussions on the subject) Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Wed, Mar 5, 2014 at 10:30 AM, Dave Click davecl...@fsec.ucf.edu wrote: I think there's plenty of room to interpret the 2008 and 2011 NEC

Re: [RE-wrenches] conductors and the 120% rule

2014-03-04 Thread Jason Szumlanski
locate your subpanel adjacent to the main distribution panel, you may be able to use Exception #3 to 310.15(B)(2) by connecting the panels with a short nipple. I assume you are just looking at a number of conductor derate and not an ambient temperature derate. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Tue

Re: [RE-wrenches] conductors and the 120% rule

2014-03-04 Thread Jason Szumlanski
Solar Engineering NABCEPTM Certified Inaugural Certificant NYSERDA-eligible Installer VT RE Incentive Program Partner 802.863.1202 *From:* re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto: re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] *On Behalf Of *Jason Szumlanski *Sent:* Tuesday

Re: [RE-wrenches] Spacing between ground mounted sub-arrays at 48.5 degrees N latitude

2014-02-16 Thread Jason Szumlanski
close our answers are. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Sun, Feb 16, 2014 at 5:11 PM, Mac Lewis maclew...@gmail.com wrote: I second Chris's suggestion of Sketchup. Its very easy to use and does a great job modeling stuff like this. There is a free version from Google that is more than

Re: [RE-wrenches] Batteryless Backup

2014-02-07 Thread Jason Szumlanski
refrigeration, but charging computers and portable electronics works great. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Thu, Feb 6, 2014 at 11:38 PM, All Solar, Inc. allso...@scswifi.netwrote: Wrenches I did a quick search with no luck on, I believe an SMA product that provides minimal backup

[RE-wrenches] DC Series Fusing in inverters

2014-02-06 Thread Jason Szumlanski
or parallel connected two-string SunPower systems that should have 20A fuses per NEC 690.8. The problem does seem to be worse where inverters are exposed to direct sunlight, presumably from fuses that no longer meet their ampacity rating due to heat. Anyone else run into this frequently? Jason

Re: [RE-wrenches] DC Series Fusing in inverters

2014-02-06 Thread Jason Szumlanski
That's good to know. My service call today was a 1-2 year old SunPower branded SMA SPR-5000m. There was one blown 15A fuse in input 1 and one spare 15A in input 4. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Thu, Feb 6, 2014 at 12:56 PM, Glenn Burt glenn.b...@glbcc.com wrote: read that SMA has changed

Re: [RE-wrenches] DC Fusing/Breakers for Battery Circuits

2014-02-06 Thread Jason Szumlanski
/downloads/documents/integrated_battery_rack/integrated_battery_rack_installation_manual.pdf Jason Szumlanski On Thu, Feb 6, 2014 at 6:06 PM, Allan Sindelar al...@positiveenergysolar.com wrote: Dave, I'm not really clear what your question is, but let me take a stab at it anyway. Parallel

Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack

2014-02-05 Thread Jason Szumlanski
, but now we're back on the Unirac bandwagon. Interesting times... Jason Szumlanski ​Fafco Solar​ On Wed, Feb 5, 2014 at 12:45 PM, Max Balchowsky m...@seesolar.com wrote: We have been using Snap N' Rack for a while, Have lots of installs in Hawaii - so far no problems, I like the convenience

Re: [RE-wrenches] SnapNrack

2014-02-05 Thread Jason Szumlanski
manufacturer, but looking at the big picture I have to consider with whom I'm getting into bed. These acquisitions are worrisome in that respect. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Wed, Feb 5, 2014 at 3:27 PM, Ray Walters r...@solarray.com wrote: Good point, Jason. I like Snap N Rack's products

[RE-wrenches] Outback Radian AC Coupled Systems / Generator Input

2014-02-03 Thread Jason Szumlanski
it to install a PV system. The good news is that it should be easy enough to remove the Generlink transfer switch and provide an inlet for the second AC input on the Radian. The downside is the homeowner will have to carve out critical loads and can no longer run any circuit on generator power. Jason

Re: [RE-wrenches] Power-One customer service

2014-01-31 Thread Jason Szumlanski
That worked. The number published in the CDD manual is NOT correct. Thanks! Jason Szumlanski On Thu, Jan 30, 2014 at 3:07 PM, August Goers aug...@luminalt.com wrote: Jason, We've been able to get a hold of tech support at 877.261.1374 which I think is the normal number they have

[RE-wrenches] Power-One customer service

2014-01-30 Thread Jason Szumlanski
Does anyone know how to get Power-one technical support to call you back about an Aurora microinverter activation issue? Their technical support line goes straight to voicemail.  I'm not impressed at all by the activation process.  Jason Szumlanski — Jason

Re: [RE-wrenches] Very small PV systems for surveillance or other micro loads

2014-01-21 Thread Jason Szumlanski
agencies. I always do custom design since every job has different parameters like days of autonomy or remote monitoring/control (SCADA). Larry Crutcher On Jan 20, 2014, at 1:17 PM, Jason Szumlanski ja...@fafcosolar.com wrote: What do you do for very small off-grid systems that people

Re: [RE-wrenches] Very small PV systems for surveillance or other micro loads

2014-01-21 Thread Jason Szumlanski
to become contractually bound to supply or store a certain amount of energy. Performance guarantees are tough, especially when you are not the operator. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Tue, Jan 21, 2014 at 12:26 PM, Dan Fink danbo...@gmail.com wrote: I also see lots of load creep Rayoh, forgot

[RE-wrenches] Very small PV systems for surveillance or other micro loads

2014-01-20 Thread Jason Szumlanski
not economical to reinvent the wheel every time. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change email address settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches

[RE-wrenches] Utility refuses to upgrade transformer to accommodate photovoltaic system

2014-01-16 Thread Jason Szumlanski
% of the customer's service capacity, without regard for the energy consumption, but doesn't clarify if the utility is obligated to upgrade service capacity upon request. They've dug their heels in, and now it's David vs. Goliath. (David did win that one, right?) Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar

[RE-wrenches] Charge Controller with Configurable Maximum Output Current

2014-01-03 Thread Jason Szumlanski
What commonly available MPPT controllers have a user configurable current output limit? (other than Outback FM##) Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change email

Re: [RE-wrenches] Charge Controller with Configurable Maximum Output Current

2014-01-03 Thread Jason Szumlanski
3, 2014 at 3:51 PM, Bob-O Schultze bo...@electronconnection.com wrote: Midnite Solar has that capability as well. IMO, it's a better CC than the OB FMs. Bob-O On Jan 3, 2014, at 11:37 AM, Jason Szumlanski wrote: What commonly available MPPT controllers have a user configurable current

Re: [RE-wrenches] Power One Micro inverters

2013-12-11 Thread Jason Szumlanski
job with 300W 72-cell modules. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Wed, Dec 11, 2013 at 2:38 PM, William Miller will...@millersolar.comwrote: Roland: I haven’t used the product but I priced it for one job. I recommend you verify your expense for AC interconnection cables. You might have

Re: [RE-wrenches] Mike Holt Solar Video - LIVE in your town, limited time only

2013-12-09 Thread Jason Szumlanski
to listen with great interest... Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Mon, Dec 9, 2013 at 9:21 AM, Richard L Ratico richard.l.rat...@valley.net wrote: Mr. Holt explicitly stated his desire to create a groundswell of opinion to immediately eliminate this requirement of the code. Would

[RE-wrenches] Microinverters with S-5-PV

2013-11-26 Thread Jason Szumlanski
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Re: [RE-wrenches] Low slope membrane roof attachment

2013-11-26 Thread Jason Szumlanski
that affects warranty. I've seen others with the boot squashed down, but that pools up water in the boot. http://www.firestonebpe.com/en/roofing/ultraply-tpo/products/ultraply-tpo-accessories/flashings Jason Szumlanski On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 12:05 PM, Carl Adams swingjun...@gmail.com wrote: Don

Re: [RE-wrenches] Microinverters with S-5-PV

2013-11-26 Thread Jason Szumlanski
Speaking of wire management with Enphase, has anyone gone through the effort and expense of cutting module DC leads and installing new MC4 connectors on wires that are just long enough? I'm assuming this voids module warranties, but I've never looked close enough to confirm. Jason Szumlanski

Re: [RE-wrenches] Low slope membrane roof attachment

2013-11-25 Thread Jason Szumlanski
insulation and into a 24ga metal roof. I'm not sure how the pull out of OSB would change the calculations, but our spacing was 48 inches here with 160 mph design wind speeds in Zone 1. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Mon, Nov 25, 2013 at 3:58 PM, Carl Adams swingjun...@gmail.com wrote: Hello

Re: [RE-wrenches] PV Wiring methods

2013-11-14 Thread Jason Szumlanski
, and we are far from standardization and an accepted set of best practices. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 1:03 PM, Kirpal Khalsa solarwo...@gmail.com wrote: Augustthank youyou are right they are actually a Heyco productmy bad!!! Ray, we recently got them thru

[RE-wrenches] T-Bolts

2013-11-14 Thread Jason Szumlanski
Anyone know a supplier/manufacturer of the T-bolts that come with Unirac mid-clamps? Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change email address settings: http://lists.re

Re: [RE-wrenches] House fire news

2013-11-11 Thread Jason Szumlanski
I had a customer and a potential customer bring this to my attention. Bad press and misinformation in this industry is rampant. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Mon, Nov 11, 2013 at 1:09 PM, William Miller will...@millersolar.comwrote: Friends: This was brought to my attention: http

Re: [RE-wrenches] Hidden freight damage

2013-11-04 Thread Jason Szumlanski
of a pallet with no apparent external damage to the frames or packaging. Did that happen at the factory? On the boat? At the distributor? On the truck(s)? On my forklift? Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Mon, Nov 4, 2013 at 11:47 AM, Luke Christy sgsrenewab...@gmail.comwrote: Wrenches, We have been

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase and Line Noise

2013-10-21 Thread Jason Szumlanski
may disagree with this approach, but we have never had to use one. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Wed, Oct 16, 2013 at 8:14 PM, August Goers aug...@luminalt.com wrote: Hi Mark, We have lots of Enphase installed on all sorts of home. The most sure fire way of getting communication

Re: [RE-wrenches] SunBandit Hybrid Solar Water Heater

2013-10-04 Thread Jason Szumlanski
is coming from solar, as the tank has the thermostat from the grid side as well. It's a solution still looking for a problem. Jay Peltz power On Oct 3, 2013, at 1:13 PM, Jason Szumlanski ja...@fafcosolar.com wrote: Anyone else getting inundated with SunBandit Hybrid Solar Water Heating

[RE-wrenches] SunBandit Hybrid Solar Water Heater

2013-10-03 Thread Jason Szumlanski
, is cheaper than a load controller. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change email address settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org

Re: [RE-wrenches] SunBandit Hybrid Solar Water Heater

2013-10-03 Thread Jason Szumlanski
romex rather than EMT? On 2013/10/3 16:13, Jason Szumlanski wrote: Anyone else getting inundated with SunBandit Hybrid Solar Water Heating System marketing emails? Any first impressions? Here are my initial thoughts: Pros - provides hot water in utility outages, no interconnection hassles

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase commercial

2013-10-03 Thread Jason Szumlanski
. Come to think of it... that really applies more to 240Vac service. 3-pole breakers and panels are more pricey. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Thu, Oct 3, 2013 at 3:53 PM, Holt Kelly hol...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Be sure to read Enphase’s tech sheet on center tap of branch circuits

Re: [RE-wrenches] SatCon Inverter Maintenance Manuals

2013-10-02 Thread Jason Szumlanski
on the outside of a building on the north side. That one works fine. I observed the fault in the morning during 80 degree ambient temps. And pointers would be appreciated. All the manual says is Contact Satcon Service. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Thu, Sep 26, 2013 at 7:48 PM, Glenn Burt

Re: [RE-wrenches] Who has the best overall solar racking solution?

2013-09-16 Thread Jason Szumlanski
yeah - forgetting the special Zep tool on a service call is no fun. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Mon, Sep 16, 2013 at 3:02 PM, Andrew Truitt atru...@gmail.com wrote: Zep Solar has a nice product for sloped roofs, particularly asphalt shingle. They have 15 or so module manufacturers

[RE-wrenches] IronRidge Integrated Grounding System

2013-09-11 Thread Jason Szumlanski
http://ironridge.com/ig Any first impressions on this new product? WEEBs require replacement after modules are removed for service. I wonder of the IronRidge mid-clamps biting into the same module frame locations after service have been tested and approved. Moving the module to bite into new

Re: [RE-wrenches] Flat Roof PV Attachments with Tapered Insulation

2013-09-11 Thread Jason Szumlanski
o: 415.641.4000 m: 415.559.1525 *From:* re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto: re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] *On Behalf Of *Jason Szumlanski *Sent:* Tuesday, September 10, 2013 1:27 PM *To:* RE-wrenches *Subject:* [RE-wrenches] Flat Roof PV Attachments

[RE-wrenches] Flat Roof PV Attachments with Tapered Insulation

2013-09-10 Thread Jason Szumlanski
Let me start be saying that I'm talking about mechanically attached tilt-mount solutions capable of handling 172 mph design wind speed, ASCE 7-10. Ballasted systems need not apply. We've used a variety of hardware for TPO membrane flat roofs, which is becoming more and more popular around here.

Re: [RE-wrenches] PV Assist White Paper

2013-08-21 Thread Jason Szumlanski
, they may not be cut out for battery backup living. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Mon, Aug 19, 2013 at 8:19 PM, William Miller will...@millersolar.comwrote: ** Friends: I wrote a draft white paper to discuss the issues relevant to PV Assist systems. If you are up for along

Re: [RE-wrenches] PV Assist

2013-08-16 Thread Jason Szumlanski
relative to the battery and the PV production is variable (think air conditioning). I'll watch this discussion with interest... Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Fri, Aug 16, 2013 at 1:53 PM, William Miller will...@millersolar.comwrote: ** Friends: We have been receiving a flurry of requests

Re: [RE-wrenches] 2500 W inverter for $300

2013-08-09 Thread Jason Szumlanski
Are they missing the fact that the inverters used for battery backup RE applications are also high output sophisticated battery chargers and transfer switches all built into one integrated unit intended to work together with available monitoring and coordination with charge controllers? I

Re: [RE-wrenches] Security cameras for off grid home: Who has a low wattage solution?

2013-08-06 Thread Jason Szumlanski
interested if anyone has any low power consumption ideas. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar On Tue, Aug 6, 2013 at 7:41 PM, Mick Abraham m...@abrahamsolar.com wrote: Hello, all~ My client likes to watch what's going on at his remote cabin while he's away. The problem is the energy impact on his

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