Re: [RE-wrenches] Known residential/commercial fires from LI batteries

2020-04-09 Thread jay
HI Bruce, There is a lithium fire in the last 2 years in Arizona (APS I think) on a utility scale battery. jay peltz power > On Apr 9, 2020, at 4:07 PM, Bruce Leininger wrote: > > Hi. I was wondering if there are any known instances of fires from > residential or commer

Re: [RE-wrenches] Single Axis trackers

2020-04-09 Thread Jay
Hi Jerry, Zome works is gone. RIP Jay > On Apr 9, 2020, at 12:01 PM, Jerry Shafer wrote: > >  > Andrew > I have had very good luck with zoom works, passive tracking no electrical > components to fail > Jerry > NABCEP Solar inspector > >> On Thu, Ap

Re: [RE-wrenches] magnum question

2020-04-04 Thread jay
probably run the inverters at 120/240 setup, as the back up generator is 120/240. And when they use the 3 phase generator its on 24 hrs a day. Yes it will only use 1 inverter to battery charge, but given 24 hr charge time, it’ll keep up the batteries no problem. Thanks to all, Jay

Re: [RE-wrenches] magnum question

2020-04-02 Thread Jay
loads I know I can do the inverters the way I want, what I dont know is if you can have 2 x 120v magnum inverters both as master with a single controller. Jay > On Apr 1, 2020, at 5:28 PM, Dana Orzel wrote: > > I have been informed [long ago] that not equally weighting a generators

[RE-wrenches] magnum question

2020-04-01 Thread jay
Outback FXR’s each as a master, but I’d need to have 2 Mate3S’s. But I don’t know if magnum has that possiblity? Thanks jay Peltz Power ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email

Re: [RE-wrenches] Lithium Ion Batteries

2020-03-23 Thread Jay
Hi Kent, Yes that’s what I mean. According to the manual I’ve got, up to 52v for the low, 64 for the high. Which is high enough to do what the simpliphi needs. Jay > On Mar 22, 2020, at 5:37 PM, Kent Osterberg wrote: > >  Jay, > > Do you mean: use the Aux relay to acti

Re: [RE-wrenches] Lithium Ion Batteries

2020-03-22 Thread Jay
Sorry about spell check It should have read. Have you thought about... > On Mar 22, 2020, at 4:04 PM, Jay wrote: > >  > Ray, > Have you heard bought about using the Aux relay to control the AC output at > what ever voltage you want? > > Jay > > > >

Re: [RE-wrenches] Lithium Ion Batteries

2020-03-22 Thread Jay
Ray, Have you heard bought about using the Aux relay to control the AC output at what ever voltage you want? Jay > On Mar 22, 2020, at 3:13 PM, Ray wrote: > >  > That's the whole point: we need the LBCO to be higher than 48v to catch the > beginning of that ste

Re: [RE-wrenches] Lithium Ion Batteries

2020-03-22 Thread Jay
trust external monitoring. But you might have better data which I’d like to hear. Jay > On Mar 21, 2020, at 11:44 AM, Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar > wrote: > >  > > > Hi Jay, > > Been awhile. Pretty weird times. Really nice to be off the grid, I think you >

Re: [RE-wrenches] Lithium Ion Batteries

2020-03-21 Thread Jay
Hi Dave, How do you know that the OB FNDC is correct vs the internal BMS? Jay Peltz Power. > On Mar 21, 2020, at 10:02 AM, penobscotso...@midmaine.com wrote: > > Fortress EVaults have their own lcd screen with Soc, but Dave is right, > it's not as accurate on RE Optic

Re: [RE-wrenches] Ground mount fire code clarifications

2020-03-21 Thread Jay
all year areas, Hawaii for example, or what about if you have enough water to keep it all green? In the end it’s the AHJ’s world Jay Peltz power. > On Mar 20, 2020, at 7:28 PM, Martin Herzfeld wrote: > >  > Dan, > > I think there should more discussions on gro

Re: [RE-wrenches] Generator surging

2020-03-19 Thread Jay
Hi William 3 questions Did this system used to work? The surging is happening even with no loads, just battery charging? Lastly, did you find a charging/ ac amp size that stopped the surging? With 30 amps it’s still charging full rate, if you set it down further does it stop? Jay Peltz

Re: [RE-wrenches] Optics systems ghost reprogramming

2020-03-18 Thread Jay
Hi john, To Chris’s question. What if (all to common) the customer doesn’t have any of that data? How do you reset it? Jay > On Mar 18, 2020, at 9:01 AM, John Blittersdorf > wrote: > >  > > Chris, > If the customer has the username and password, they can log in

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback VFX upgrade question

2020-03-08 Thread Jay
If the issue is high quality lithium batteries, I’d recommend Rolls/discover https://rollsbattery.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/S24-2800LFP.pdf They make a 24v version that will work just fine with a fx inverter. Jay Peltz Power. > On Mar 8, 2020, at 4:32 PM, Kirk Herander wr

[RE-wrenches] Semi flexible modules

2020-03-08 Thread Jay
flexible modules seem like a better solution than framed. Lighter weight, non glass, less to break, etc If anyone has anything to share I’d like to hear about Thanks Jay Peltz power. ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback VFX upgrade question

2020-03-07 Thread Jay
Hi Allan, FXR requires mate3S Jay > On Mar 7, 2020, at 5:20 PM, Sindelar Solar wrote: > >  > Wrenches, > > I have a client who is looking at upgrading an older off grid system that has > an Outback VFX3524 inverter to 48Vnom in order to use a Blue Ion LiFePo > batt

Re: [RE-wrenches] OK, so what would happen if I do this...

2020-03-04 Thread Jay
I’m not sure I agree. The battery charger is just another load to his other loads. They will cycle on and off. The whole design is sort of cobbled. I’m guessing that John is looking for a fun project. Jay > On Mar 4, 2020, at 10:21 AM, Kent Osterberg wrote: > >  Jay, >

Re: [RE-wrenches] OK, so what would happen if I do this...

2020-03-04 Thread Jay
Hi Kent, Johns diversion load/controller would take have to take care of watts and ac voltage parameters. Jay > On Mar 4, 2020, at 9:00 AM, Kent Osterberg wrote: > >  If using an ac battery charger to get power around the inverter to the > batteries it would have

Re: [RE-wrenches] OK, so what iwould happen if I do this...

2020-03-04 Thread Jay
Or a charger such as Iota, or power max. Jay Peltz power. > On Mar 3, 2020, at 7:24 PM, d...@energysolarnow.com wrote: > >  > You wrote that you would connect the Exeltech to just one of the service > phases. > But most GT inverters are 240 and require both phases.

Re: [RE-wrenches] Offgrid Generators?

2020-02-28 Thread Jay
2 other small options are, marine generators and RV/truck APU generators. Jay Peltz power. > On Feb 28, 2020, at 7:05 AM, Chris Mason wrote: > >  > Generac also has a nice 15KW Diesel Protector unit, that'll keep the lights > on very nicely, is relatively inexpensive and

Re: [RE-wrenches] High Power Split phase inverter/chargers

2020-02-23 Thread Jay
People might also look at Victron inverters. Jay Peltz Power. > On Feb 23, 2020, at 3:23 AM, Jeff Clearwater > wrote: > >  The Sol-Ark manual indicates 240 Volt stacking to 8 units (9 units for > 208V). They list the "12KW" off-grid output as 8 KWs each. So 64

Re: [RE-wrenches] Trojan Reliant L16 AMG

2020-02-19 Thread Jay
Hi Jon I would check to see if the Global charger control is ON. ( default) This turns off the CC when the FNDC says they have reached 100%. But in my experience it doesn’t work well and often leads to a sulfated battery’s. I always turn this feature off. jay Peltz power > On Feb

Re: [RE-wrenches] Direct solar options for stock tank de icing

2020-02-10 Thread Jay
Using an air bubbler works well. It will make a hole in the ice formed overnight Jay > On Feb 10, 2020, at 1:30 PM, gary easton wrote: > >  > Hello Wrenches. > I have a friend in need of a way to keep stock tanks free of ice during > winter months. Has any one

Re: [RE-wrenches] largest 240v GT inverter

2020-02-10 Thread jay
. This project is still just in the talking stages, and is months out before anything even would begin to go forward with design. I’m just trying to get ahead of the curve so I can have as many design options as possible. Jay > On Feb 10, 2020, at 5:53 AM, Chris Sparadeo wrote: > > If

[RE-wrenches] largest 240v GT inverter

2020-02-08 Thread jay
. Fronius has a 10KW? Thanks in advance jay Peltz power ___ 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-wrenche

[RE-wrenches] cheap MPPT controller

2020-02-05 Thread jay
HI All, I’m wondering if anyone has found a good inexpensive MPPT controller 40-80 amp 100-150v input I keep getting asked about them, and given that many are $100-200 vs $600-900 for the usual models, its a big difference. thanks jay peltz power

Re: [RE-wrenches] Contract permit packets

2020-02-05 Thread jay
Hi William, I’m not sure if this is what you are looking for or not. jay https://www.planetplansets.com > On Feb 5, 2020, at 9:41 AM, William Miller wrote: > > Friends: > > I am barraged by offers for permit packet preparation services. I used to > enjoy the process--

Re: [RE-wrenches] Tripping gfi

2020-01-14 Thread Jay
Would be interesting to see if it happens if they are using the generator. Jay Peltz power. > On Jan 14, 2020, at 6:04 PM, Mac Lewis wrote: > >  > Hi wrenches, > > I've got an off grid customer that has an external PV GFI breaker in his > charge controller that

Re: [RE-wrenches] SI 5048 and replacement Lithium Ion battery bank

2020-01-07 Thread Jay
Hi Carl, As you are using Schneider products, I’d recommend Discover lithium. They communicate with Schneider products using the standard xanbus protocol. https://discoverbattery.com/EN/products/lifepo4-batteries-aes-1/ Jay > On Jan 7, 2020, at 2:01 PM, Carl Adams wrote: > > 

Re: [RE-wrenches] Radian Question

2020-01-04 Thread Jay
Hi Drake. give That a shot. The left power module is the master. It’s my understanding that the control of the PM’s is done from the control boards. Jay On Jan 4, 2020, at 11:48 AM, drake.chamber...@redwoodalliance.org wrote: > >  > Hi Jay, > > I replaced the control s

Re: [RE-wrenches] Radian Question

2020-01-04 Thread Jay
Hi Drake, Yes on all accounts. It can run on 1 as well. Jay Peltz power. > On Jan 4, 2020, at 8:17 AM, drake.chamber...@redwoodalliance.org wrote: > >  > Hello Wrenches, > > Are the power modules in a Radian the same? Are the left and right ones > interchangea

Re: [RE-wrenches] combining 24v and 12v systems

2019-12-31 Thread Jay
Hi Chris Agreed. 12v from either a balancer or iota Happy new yr Jay > On Dec 31, 2019, at 8:52 AM, Chris Schaefer wrote: > >  > G'day and Happy New Year to All, > > Recently came across this offgrid OB FX system. The first part is a 12v > battery system w/ 2 PV

Re: [RE-wrenches] Reactive Power

2019-12-17 Thread Jay
Hi drake, The batteries see watts The inverter sees VA jay > On Dec 17, 2019, at 7:17 AM, drake.chamber...@redwoodalliance.org wrote: > >  > Hello Wrenches, > > I checked my laptop with a Kill A Watt meter. It drew 25 W,but 49 VA. Which > number represents the true

[RE-wrenches] Enphase

2019-11-23 Thread Jay
something unusual/wrong. Thx Jay Peltz power. ___ 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-wrenches-re-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] Conext SW Mystery

2019-11-19 Thread Jay
Do you have the Schneider battery monitor or another brand? It will record lowest voltage since last reset. Would help in diagnosing the problem. Jay > On Nov 19, 2019, at 6:06 AM, Aaron Mandelkorn wrote: > >  > Thanks all for the info. I did check the auto gen st

Re: [RE-wrenches] Convex modules

2019-11-17 Thread Jay
I’m wondering if it’s designed to account for gravity sag once the modules are mounted. Lots of modules I’ve seen especially the larger format ones seem to be concave with time. If I understand correctly, these are bowed up which would allow them to settle flat? Jay > On Nov 17, 2

Re: [RE-wrenches] Battery hydration system info

2019-11-15 Thread Jay
Hi Dave and jeff, and others. The customer already has the system as is very happy with it. He was just looking to get some replacement parts, but the company seems to be gone, hence my question about old stock or compatible alternatives. Thx Jay > On Nov 15, 2019, at 6:57 AM, D

[RE-wrenches] Battery hydration system info

2019-11-11 Thread Jay
I’ve got a client who has a watering system made by Battery hydration systems who appear to out of business. Does anyone know of compatible replacement parts? Thx Jay Peltz Power. ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] Two MPPT Charge Controllers, One PV Circuit

2019-11-07 Thread Jay
on the negative side. So wouldn't work in that configuration I’m with dave on the 80-600. I can’t see it as a danger but not sure how the two controllers handle it. Would be interesting to see the output! You’re all good Jay > On Nov 7, 2019, at 2:43 PM, Mick Abraham wr

Re: [RE-wrenches] Parts List For AC Couple Disconnect

2019-11-03 Thread jay
. jay peltz power > On Nov 3, 2019, at 4:31 PM, Mark Frye wrote: > > OK, I am hearing this over and over and I just want to confirm that is true > even if the BB is older and does not have "NEW Frequency Shifting AC > Coupling". > > On 11/3/2019 4:26 PM, Da

Re: [RE-wrenches] hueRe: Parts List For AC Couple Disconnect

2019-11-03 Thread jay
Hi mark, Not quite. The BB will keep charging unregulated until the battery voltage reaches high battery voltage cutout set point. jay peltz power > On Nov 3, 2019, at 5:05 PM, Mark Frye wrote: > > OK, great, I am really getting the message, but I would like to u

Re: [RE-wrenches] Parts List For AC Couple Disconnect

2019-11-03 Thread jay
with doing it in the past on my own system didn’t show any change in AC voltage. But it wasn’t a large AC couple production vs size of the inverter ( 600 watts vs 3500 inverter) so maybe I didn’t have enough to drive up the AC volts? jay peltz power

Re: [RE-wrenches] Off Grid Optimizers

2019-10-31 Thread jay
option for your application jay > On Oct 31, 2019, at 9:49 AM, Drake > wrote: > > Hi Jay, > > Between 2160 and 2880 Watts of added array. We will be using a new Radian. > > Drake > > At 11:49 AM 10/31/2019, you wrote: >> How many watts are you adding

Re: [RE-wrenches] Off Grid Optimizers

2019-10-31 Thread Jay
How many watts are you adding as ac coupling? And presuming its an older 8k radian? Jay ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] control or AC board

2019-10-28 Thread Jay
I’d talk to kris Stone, if OB hasn’t been if any help Jay > On Oct 28, 2019, at 3:22 PM, toddc...@finestplanet.com wrote: > >  > wrenches, > > i have a GVFX3648 that is acting weird, > > rather then the mate normally showing: > AC <-> DC which shows the

[RE-wrenches] Meca solar tracker

2019-10-22 Thread Jay
Does anyone have a manual or have experience with a Meca 1 axis tracker? So far no answer from Meca in California. I’m helping with a site that has one, and it appears to rotate East too early in the day. It appears to be a time based tracker. Thx Jay

Re: [RE-wrenches] SolarReady Service Panel vs adding Supply Side connection?

2019-10-17 Thread Jay
What about installing a 200 amp breaker in the 400 amp buss box? We talk a lot about doing it for smaller boxes, is there a reason it won’t work here? Jay Peltz power > On Oct 17, 2019, at 1:30 PM, Glenn Burt wrote: > >  > Hi Jeff, > > Seems to me if allowed in your

Re: [RE-wrenches] Residential tracker options

2019-10-17 Thread Jay
Hi Bruce Can you share what they retail for? Jay > On Oct 16, 2019, at 8:52 PM, br...@willpowerelect.com wrote: > >  > I've installed 1/2 dozen All Earth. Like them a lot. The only models > available are 20) 72 cell or 24) 60 cell. We're fitting up to 7.9 kW on them > n

[RE-wrenches] 8d battery replacement

2019-10-03 Thread Jay
not using, and this house is only used infrequently. Thx Jay ___ 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-wrenche

Re: [RE-wrenches] Module-Level Shutdown for off grid systems

2019-09-28 Thread jay
HI Jason Does that mean that 690.12 B 1 would apply with the following. A ground mounted or external array to a living structure and if the CC was less than 1 meter from entry into the building You wouldn’t need rapid shut down? jay peltz power > On Sep 27, 2019, at 6:56 PM, Jason Fis

Re: [RE-wrenches] Recycling of LI vs Pb

2019-09-27 Thread Jay
Hi Kirpal, Do you know of any information about this recycling at Tesla? Links, etc Thx Jay > On Sep 27, 2019, at 7:49 AM, Kirpal wrote: > >  > Hi Mark. Great question! This is an important consideration. Tesla has a > recycling facility at their Nevada plant for

Re: [RE-wrenches] 24 volt LiFePO4 Battery options

2019-09-26 Thread jay
, both at 50% DOD. The UnigyII is tried and proven tech, but low cycle life compared to the newer carbon LA chemistries. jay Peltz Power > On Sep 26, 2019, at 2:55 PM, Jerry Shafer wrote: > > Howie > Understand but the reality is that inverter is going to fail and then it may &g

Re: [RE-wrenches] 24 volt LiFePO4 Battery options

2019-09-26 Thread jay
Discoverer/Rolls has a 24v one. Feel free to contact me off list and I can share some simpliphi stories jay > On Sep 26, 2019, at 2:28 PM, Chad Waits wrote: > > Simpliphi... They have 24V versions of their batteries. > > Chad Waits > President > 520-270-4873 > >

[RE-wrenches] outback 200 PLC questions

2019-09-22 Thread jay
in the specs, and calling the OEM works. But OB doesn’t seem to have anything. I've been under the assumption that Enersys is the OEM, but if thats true, I can’t find it on their website. Any help would be appreciated thanks jay ___ List sponsored

Re: [RE-wrenches] Light Flicker Off grid

2019-09-21 Thread Jay
Hi Ray What’s the timeline here. New washer? All worked before? Or totally new system? Jay > On Sep 21, 2019, at 1:01 PM, Ray wrote: > > No error codes, just light flickering with the washing action. Its a Magnum > MS 4448 PAE, 48 v 845 AH of HUP batteries, 2/0 cables.

Re: [RE-wrenches] Light Flicker Off grid

2019-09-21 Thread jay
happening with high quality LEDs ( Cree, Phillips) and without dimmers then I’d look to the inverter as the issue. jay > On Sep 21, 2019, at 2:59 PM, Bradley Bassett wrote: > > I've noticed this is worse with multiple bulbs in one fixture, and it is even > slightly noticeable o

[RE-wrenches] 150kw 3 phase 50/hz off grid battery/inverter

2019-09-13 Thread jay
HI All, Anyone have any specific recommendations for the following. 150kw 3 phase 230/400 50hz. battery based ( battery size isn’t clear yet, but high voltage lithium) PV Generator charge. I see that SMA has their 60kW that’s battery based, but I”m sure there are others out there. Thx jay

Re: [RE-wrenches] Strategies for staged startup of appliances

2019-09-12 Thread Jay
to read and comprehend and it’s probably dark so maybe the delay timers. Let us know what you end up using Jay > On Sep 12, 2019, at 3:04 PM, Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar > wrote: > > Jason, any chance of one of the "help" being made knowledgeable to ma

Re: [RE-wrenches] Strategies for staged startup of appliances

2019-09-11 Thread Jay
is the compressor is running. Bigger loads, bigger inverters, bigger dollars. Jay > On Sep 11, 2019, at 4:24 PM, Jason Szumlanski > wrote: > > That is what I was thinking, but how will the contactor coils "know" when the > ATS switches to inverter power. I'm thinking I

Re: [RE-wrenches] connector mismatch

2019-09-07 Thread jay
exist) and are to be of the same brand, unless multiple product manufacturers are submitting under the same evaluation for the purpose of proving intermatability. Maybe I’m not reading this correctly, I read it that both connector OEMs have to submit to have it meet the UL standard. jay

[RE-wrenches] connector mismatch

2019-09-05 Thread Jay
Hi Jerry I’m not sure I understand. Are you saying that the white paper overrules ( if that’s the correct way to say it) the UL and OEM guidelines? Jay > On Sep 5, 2019, at 8:25 AM, Jerry Shafer wrote: > > Brian > Missing the point, yes they are compatible but as we have seen

Re: [RE-wrenches] 3 stack Radian Problem

2019-09-03 Thread Jay
but. Jay > On Sep 3, 2019, at 5:27 PM, William Miller wrote: > > Friends: > > The message below never got posted to the Wrenches list. I don't know how > the list works but sometimes there is a quite a delay. > > I am still in need of advice. The problem went away myst

[RE-wrenches] Connector compatibility

2019-09-03 Thread Jay
Here is a good article on connectors and maybe relevant to the arc fault https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2019/09/03/not-making-the-connection-fires-electrical-balance-of-systems/ Jay___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address:

[RE-wrenches] Grid tie w/o battery no sell back

2019-08-30 Thread jay
on/off based on curtailment. As to load peaks, those of us off grid folks understand to do it when the sun shines and to me I think we will see more and more smart day time load use as we see more and more renewables come on line during the daytime. Thanks again everyone, jay > On Aug

Re: [RE-wrenches] Grid tie w/o battery no sell back

2019-08-28 Thread Jay
. Jay > On Aug 28, 2019, at 6:28 PM, Chris Sparadeo wrote: > > Jay, > > My understanding is that the Outback SkyBox is capable of supplying power to > AC loads (what they call “micro grid”) without needing grid input or a DC > storage system. Kind of like the SMA SunnyBo

[RE-wrenches] Grid tie w/o battery no sell back

2019-08-28 Thread Jay
are there any products out there that can do a grid tie w/o batteries but no sell back to the grid? Thx Jay ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address & settings:

Re: [RE-wrenches] Residential tracker that has horizontal axis in east-west orientation?

2019-08-27 Thread Jay
Hi Chris, Can you bypass the automatic control and just make it manual tilt control? Jay > On Aug 27, 2019, at 4:35 AM, Christopher Warfel > wrote: > > Hi Dave, I am looking for a tracker that the horizontal "tube" runs east > west, so that the modules, whe

Re: [RE-wrenches] Amphenol Connectors

2019-08-25 Thread Jay
Here is another https://www.vanityfair.com/news/2019/08/how-elon-musk-gambled-tesla-to-save-solarcity > On Aug 25, 2019, at 3:37 PM, Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar > wrote: > > It was a bad week for Tesla. Below are some links. > >

Re: [RE-wrenches] Amphenol Connectors

2019-08-25 Thread Jay
. Actual sizes of the plastic and metal and tolerances can be off creating issues. Just not worth it in my view. My 2cents Jay > On Aug 25, 2019, at 5:40 PM, Glenn Burt wrote: > > I see that Canadian Solar has some official looking report from Chinese CSA > stating that

[RE-wrenches] Power wall

2019-08-23 Thread Jay
A question for the power wall installers out there If I understand correctly, the customer buys the powerwall from Tesla directly and then pays you for the install? Does Tesla have any control or influence over the install cost? Thx Jay ___ List

[RE-wrenches] Offgrid labeling questions

2019-08-12 Thread Jay
/240v, outback Backup generator installed just outside of the power shed. I’m confused as to what labeling I need in the power shed. And Can I get away with a “authorization personal only” on the door instead? And if so what would be the code reference Thx Jay

Re: [RE-wrenches] 120/240 to 3 phase 120/208

2019-08-07 Thread Jay
I was thinking that there might be some kind of solid state electronic version now? Jay > On Aug 6, 2019, at 8:59 PM, Mark Frye wrote: > > Years ago I used something called a RotoPhase Phase Converter to supply some > 3ph equipment on a site that only had 1ph (2ph?). N

[RE-wrenches] 120/240 to 3 phase 120/208

2019-08-06 Thread Jay
Hi all Is there a way to convert a 120/240v generator to a 120/208 3 phase output? Thx Jay ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address & settings: http://list

Re: [RE-wrenches] Large Off-Grid Residential System

2019-07-21 Thread Jay
I was just reminded that exeltech can do up to 125kw. Jay > On Jul 21, 2019, at 3:05 AM, Tump wrote: > > Victron has the Quattro 10kW inverters w/ 100A pass thru and they have a good > battery management for their Li battery line. They have also started to have > th

Re: [RE-wrenches] Large Off-Grid Residential System

2019-07-20 Thread Jay
The other 2 that I can think of are Pika (not sure they can parallel stack) and Princeton energy for an all in one unit. Yea so far Schneider can only do 4 x 6800w single phase. Jay > On Jul 20, 2019, at 2:13 PM, Mac Lewis wrote: > > I think Outback is the only major inverter man

Re: [RE-wrenches] Large Off-Grid Residential System

2019-07-20 Thread Jay
Hi Marco, Is the max surge 7kw, which is what is listed on line? Jay Peltz Power > On Jul 19, 2019, at 3:10 PM, Marco Mangelsdorf wrote: > > Seven to eight Tesla Powerwalls will get you that assuming that the service > entrance is no bigger than 200A. > > marco >

Re: [RE-wrenches] Damaged in shipping

2019-07-01 Thread Jay
Hi dave Radian Control boards can definitely be field replaced. Done it many times Try kris stone. Hes ex outback tech, sells replacement parts, solid advice. Jay Peltz power. > On Jul 1, 2019, at 8:32 AM, Dave Tedeyan wrote: > > Hi All, > I thought I would pick the hive mind

Re: [RE-wrenches] APS micro inverters

2019-06-30 Thread jay
://www.chiliconpower.com/ <https://www.chiliconpower.com/> ) inverters. US made. And probably biggest pro is that they use #10 wire so much larger string length. Jay Peltz Power > On Jun 30, 2019, at 6:40 AM, Amanda Potter > wrote: > > Hello Wrenches, > I’ve got three GTBB ins

[RE-wrenches] APS micro inverters

2019-06-28 Thread Jay
Hi all, I’m looking for any comments about the APS micros. And of course compared to enphase Thx Jay ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address & settings: http://list

Re: [RE-wrenches] Surface Pump

2019-06-19 Thread jay
and it will handle minor debris and do limited suction. The same controller for the submersible will work for that pump as well. jay peltz power > On Jun 19, 2019, at 5:47 AM, Mac Lewis wrote: > > Hi wrenches, > > Does anyone have a recommendation for a solar pump that fits these

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback inverter firmware mismatch

2019-06-15 Thread jay
, they are really flexible. jay Peltz Power > On Jun 15, 2019, at 8:42 AM, William Miller wrote: > > Friends: > > I keep discovering systems with this error message. I have not drawn any > conclusion as to the ramifications of this problem. Will this cause a system &

Re: [RE-wrenches] Residential tracker options

2019-06-15 Thread Jay
So zomeworks is done? Darn They used propane I believe for a lot of years. I think Freon maybe in the early days. Jay > On Jun 14, 2019, at 1:49 PM, Andrew Truitt wrote: > > > Sulas is pretty new, but I've heard good things. The concept is similar to > Zomeworks, but th

Re: [RE-wrenches] Cutting rail

2019-06-13 Thread Jay
for that. If you want flush, then before the last module goes down, measure and cut rail, then install the module. Jay > On Jun 13, 2019, at 5:47 AM, Benn Kilburn wrote: > > I’ve been looking at picking up a portable bandsaw, likely Makita but a > reciprocating saw has served me very well ov

[RE-wrenches] Schneider ac coupling time.

2019-06-05 Thread jay
control and if that fails we go to #3 3. SS relay control on GT inverter output via inverter control My question is this: Does anyone know the time between when the XW+ sees the voltage and then gets to the 64hz for regulation? thanks jay peltz power

[RE-wrenches] trace sw remote display cable

2019-05-20 Thread jay
Does anyone know if the remote display cable is the same as the stacking cable? For the trace/xantrex SW. thx jay peltz power ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address

Re: [RE-wrenches] heating lithium in cold weather

2019-05-17 Thread jay
live but it doesn’t really get cold enough for it to be an issue. Great stuff jay > On May 17, 2019, at 9:19 AM, Sindelar Solar wrote: > > Jay, > > I faced this issue recently with a Blue Ion system. Blue Planet tech support > sent me a clear description of the s

[RE-wrenches] heating lithium in cold weather

2019-05-17 Thread jay
HI All, I”m wondering if anyone has suggestions about how to charge a Lithium battery in RV or in this case Polarius in sub zero temps. Are there batteries that have heaters built in, or is it still a custom design issue to build a heating system? ( insulation and heaters) Thanks, jay

[RE-wrenches] battery recombination caps

2019-05-10 Thread jay
options folks are using out there? thanks jay peltz power ___ 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-wrenche

[RE-wrenches] Internal BMS vs external capacity meter

2019-05-08 Thread Jay
and understand SOC meter on the wall is important to them. So wondering if folks have answers? Thanks Jay ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address & settings: http://list

[RE-wrenches] Discover lead batteries

2019-05-05 Thread Jay
Hi all By chance I had someone ask me about Discover lead batteries OPzS, OPzV I very much like the clear flooded cases. I’m just wondering if anyone has used them or has any thoughts about them. Thx Jay Peltz power. ___ List sponsored

Re: [RE-wrenches] Generator for DC Coupled System

2019-05-04 Thread Jay
Hi Mark Koehler Model # 6VSG-QS14. Is a dc air cooled. Probably not the quality of the polar water cooled. Jay Peltz power. > On May 4, 2019, at 10:20 AM, Mark Frye wrote: > > Folks, > > Has anyone had the chance to work with the Polar Power DC generators s

Re: [RE-wrenches] Retrofit BMS

2019-05-04 Thread Jay
I’ve used the Orion jr on a few Polaris ev and have had a lot of issues. Takes a computer to fix. It doesn’t seem very stable. Jay > On May 3, 2019, at 3:47 PM, Andrew Truitt wrote: > > > Wrenches - I have an opportunity to take possession of some lightly used 2 > kWh Lis

Re: [RE-wrenches] Bus bar battery jumpers

2019-04-30 Thread jay
HI Drake, I’ve used https://stormpowercomponents.com <https://stormpowercomponents.com/> jay peltz power > On Apr 30, 2019, at 10:26 AM, Drake > wrote: > > Hello Wrenches, > > I am wiring a set of 2 V Concorde batteries for 48 V. Each battery has 2 > terminal

Re: [RE-wrenches] 1 kW 120 Vac grid tied inverter

2019-04-29 Thread Jay
Hi peter. Check amazon or eBay etc. lots of cheap Chinese small inverters. Jay > On Apr 28, 2019, at 8:18 PM, Peter Parrish > wrote: > > I replaced a number of AES (?) 120 Vac 1 kW grid tied inverter back when I > was just starting out (2000) There was one poor design elem

Re: [RE-wrenches] Micro inverter OCP

2019-04-26 Thread Jay
Hi Will, Sorry, didn’t mean too. Reading between the lines, once inspected the faulty breaker was somehow replaced with a normal one. And so to my question, at this point they are no known arc/ground fault backfeed approved rated breakers? Jay > On Apr 25, 2019, at 11:45 AM, Will Wh

[RE-wrenches] Micro inverter OCP

2019-04-25 Thread Jay
Hi all, For micro inverters, what OCP is available for ground fault ( or arc fault) for roof top mounted on a living structure? Thx Jay ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email

Re: [RE-wrenches] Operating Voltages Outback RE High Capacity Battery

2019-04-20 Thread Jay
Hi Mac. 2 questions I have are, what is the soc at 2 min start? And How long does it take to get absorb volts Thx Jay > On Apr 20, 2019, at 6:18 AM, Mac Lewis wrote: > > Thanks for all of the comments. My big question is do these batteries > operate at lower voltages tha

Re: [RE-wrenches] Operating Voltages Outback RE High Capacity Battery

2019-04-19 Thread Jay
that is OB spec? Jay Peltz power. > On Apr 19, 2019, at 10:27 AM, Mac Lewis wrote: > > Hello Wrenches, > > We recently inherited an Outback system that I've been keeping an eye on via > Optics. Its a dual stack 3648 VFXR, with about 4kW of PV with a single > string of Ener

Re: [RE-wrenches] High altitude off-grid systems

2019-04-16 Thread Jay
For the Radian Page 59 of the operators manual ( it’s a different set of environmental specifications than the install manual or data sheets) 2000m max altitude. Jay Peltz power. > On Apr 16, 2019, at 12:11 PM, wrote: > > Let’s see it in writing, in the manuals included with the c

[RE-wrenches] outback

2019-04-13 Thread jay
reconditioned/short warranty boards or new with full warranty for FX/VFX. As to 28kw, I’d go with the 4 Radian vs 8 stack FXR. jay peltz power > Begin forwarded message: > > From: Greg > Subject: [RE-wrenches] Outback VFX 3648 tech support and parts > Date: April 13, 2019

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