Re: [RE-wrenches] Two Outback Radian 8048 fails in same week..what is likely wrong in 7+ year inverters?

I have 3 very lightly used Radian 8048’s on a shelf (they were in standby mode only for ~3yrs) that I’d love to find a home for if anyone has a use for them or the parts. Best Regards, Jeremy Coxon NABCEP # 091308-21 MWBE Certified  ___ List

[RE-wrenches] AEE closing down operations

I’m not going to editorialize about this, other than to say - what a damn shame to get this note in my inbox today.  19 years I’ve been buying from them and I’m sure some you on this list for much longer.  Talk about losing sight of the mission.Dear Valued Customer,We hope this message finds you we

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress LFPs & ENVY 12kw inverte

brought this little AC coupling issue up - crickets. I also don’t like their “ticket” system for tech support. Frustrating! Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE Sent from my iPhone ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here

Re: [RE-wrenches] Old and new Radian

I have at least (3) 8048’s with mates and hubs along with a slew of OB cc’s and OB 3 shelf battery “boxes” that are all functional. Contact off list. Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE Sent from my iPhone ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay

[RE-wrenches] Fortress Envy - AC coupled

Wondering if anyone has used the new 12kW Fortress Envy inverter in an AC coupled system yet and what sort of results you might have seen? I’ve heard that this inverter is made by the same manufacturer as SolArk. Don’t know if that’s true or not, but find it interesting. Best Regards, Jeremy

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress Battery Problems

you’re interested and I’ll pass your name along so they can get this set up. Best Regards, Jeremy Coxon NABCEP # 091308-21 MWBE Certified ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Addre

[RE-wrenches] GT inverter for SWWP turbine

that we could use to accomplish this goal? Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE Sent from my iPhone ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change

Re: [RE-wrenches] AP Smart failure

me the most. The customer lost all faith in going solar and was on the brink of asking us to remove the system. We lost money and a lot of good referrals on that job. So yeah, I’m NOT a fan. Hopefully you’ll be able to see this pic: Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE Sent from my iPhone

Re: [RE-wrenches] High Voltage Breakers for Conext Mppt-80-600

on. Totally agree that Schneider should have provided us with a solution in the PDP. Best Regards, Jeremy Coxon NABCEP # 091308-21 MWBE Certified On Jan 26, 2022, at 4:19 PM, re-wrenches-requ...@lists.re-wrenches.org wrote: Send RE-wrenches mailing list submissions to re-wrenc

Re: [RE-wrenches] Premanufactured Pergola for PV

assist! I was going nuts trying to find the link. I’ll check out the other link that you sent too Scott, much appreciated. Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE Sent from my iPhone ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here

[RE-wrenches] Premanufactured Pergola for PV

equipment/skills for assembly, but for the life of me I can’t find the email or their web page. I remember that all that was needed were basic foundations and simple assembly by “unskilled labor”. Best Regards, Jeremy Coxon NABCEP # 091308-21 MWBE

Re: [RE-wrenches] Generator recommendation request

parts/service, so I may in fact give this Made in USA newcomer a shot on my next Offgrid. Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE Sent from my iPhone ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE

[RE-wrenches] SWWP Whisper200 Grid Tie inverter

company in Africa that says they have a unit, but haven’t had any response. Best Regards, Jeremy Coxon NABCEP # 091308-21 MWBE Certified ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE

Re: [RE-wrenches] Over-torquing Module Clamps?

, especially on Ecolibrium. It takes FOREVER to try to remove a nut from a galded SS stud that you can’t grip. So the extra time of going manual is made up of just one or two nuts get stuck or a stud spins. Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE ___ List

Re: [RE-wrenches] Exploding RSD Unit

. APsystems will continue to deliver leading edge RSD solutions to its customers. Terms of the license agreement are not disclosed and include APsystems legal entities in the US as well as in China. Best Regards, Jeremy Coxon NABCEP # 091308-21 MWBE Certified 1. Re: Exploding RSD Unit

[RE-wrenches] Exploding RSD Unit

catastrophic consequences for components that had know failure rates higher than acceptable values. A simple solution to this fire initiation issue would be a metal enclosure instead of plastic casing. That still doesn’t really solve the problem of extra connections though. Best Regards, Jeremy

[RE-wrenches] Exploding RSD Unit

Panels were: Silfab 330 BL @STC Isc = 9.83A, VOC = 42.24 RSD-S-PLC Input volt range = 8-80V Max cont input current =15A So, panels are well within the operating range of the RSD’s. Best Regards, Jeremy Coxon NABCEP # 091308-21 MWBE Certified___ List

[RE-wrenches] Closed Loop comm LiFePO/inverter options

this use case to see what equipment you’re using? And before anyone suggests critical loads panels - these people do not want that. I know... Best Regards, Jeremy Coxon NABCEP # 091308-21 MWBE Certified ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance

Re: [RE-wrenches] RSD Troubleshooting Help

not their problem. APS’s troubleshooting guide basically says lift each panel to find the problem. Not a happy camper! Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 21, 2021, at 12:43 PM, "r...@solshineenergy.com" > wrote: > > Carl, > That’s

[RE-wrenches] SWWP - Whisper 200

Anyone have a need for an unused Southwest Windpower Whisper 200 turbine head? There are no blades, nose cone, or controller. Contact me directly for more details and pics. Best Regards, Jeremy Coxon NABCEP # 091308-21 MWBE Certified ___ List

Re: [RE-wrenches] Trend away from roof flashings???

no longer available. It seems that all the new ones rely on a cone with EPDM seal and washered lags for sealing. Hence the initial reason for this post- what are you guys using? Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 22, 2021, at 2:57 PM, William Miller wr

[RE-wrenches] Trend away from roof flashings???

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Re: [RE-wrenches] Protecting New Roofing during Summer

and had a pair that he used in streams with soles that were meant just for that purpose. The foam soles I use flake off pretty quickly IF you rotate your feel on asphalt, so for me it sort of taught me to be extra gentle as I move around- sort of in that ‘Grasshopper’ kind of way. Jeremy Coxon

Re: [RE-wrenches] Protecting New Roofing during Summer

Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 9, 2021, at 6:47 PM, Jason Szumlanski > wrote: > >  > Jeremy, > > Are you saying the foam soles are great for metal roofs or are you talking > about the SteelWalker magnetic boots from Cougar Paws

Re: [RE-wrenches] [SMA sunnydesignweb no longer showing TS4 as an adder

https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2019/07/sma-recalls-ts4-r-f-42-rapid-shutdown-device/ Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 10, 2021, at 3:12 PM, scot.a...@solarcentex.com wrote: > >  > Recall on Tigo TS4??? > > I missed that. Yike

[RE-wrenches] SMA sunnydesignweb no longer showing TS4 as an adder

to go RSD agnostic? What are you guys doing for RSD on SMA resi systems? , Jeremy Coxon NABCEP # 091308-21 ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address & settings:

Re: [RE-wrenches] Protecting New Roofing during Summer

, but forget the brand. I’m not a huge fan because they’re so heavy. They are awesome for metal roofs when the pollen makes walking like ice skating, but we prefer cougar paws overall. Best Regards, Jeremy Coxon NABCEP # 091308-21 Vice President MWBE Certified

Re: [RE-wrenches] Protecting New Roofing during Summe

they’re very gentle on the roof. Highly recommend checking them out. Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 8, 2021, at 5:52 PM, re-wrenches-requ...@lists.re-wrenches.org wrote: > > Send RE-wrenches mailing list submissions to >re-wrenches@lists.re-

Re: [RE-wrenches] What would you do/say?

affirmations everyone. Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE Sent from my iPhone ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address & settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cg

Re: [RE-wrenches] What would you do/say? (Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar)

story. I always seem to hang on to pics like this, some kind of morbid fascination I guess. They make great slide show material as a compare and conrast. Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE Sent from my iPhone ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance

Re: [RE-wrenches] third time charm

wrong. But if it is then the moment on that pole has to be absolutely HUGE, even in a light breeze. Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 19, 2021, at 6:50 PM, Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar > wrote: > >  > I did a google pictures search and could not fin

[RE-wrenches] Just saw this and thought it worth sharing

Very interesting video, now I know Fronius is pointing fingers at Micro manufacturers but the demo seems to back up their proposal to scrap the 80V limit. This is yet another reason we haven’t used many Micro’s on our systems. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=H3c9GbLhQhY&t=4s Jeremy C

Re: [RE-wrenches] Load imbalance issues with SolArk?

Regards, Jeremy Coxon NABCEP # 091308-21 Vice President MWBE Certified ___ 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-wren

[RE-wrenches] W Wind whisper controller troubleshooting

ad all the stuff I needed to make this a complete kit, but I don’t have a customer that wants it. So, it’s just sitting there... Best Regards, Jeremy Coxon NABCEP # 091308-21 Vice President MWBE Certified On Nov 29, 2020, at 5:50 PM, re-wrenches-requ...@lists.re-wrenches.org wrote: Send RE-wr

Re: [RE-wrenches] Direct sales- Sol-Ark

for either party. Slippery slope is all I see. OK, off my soapbox. Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 24, 2020, at 5:29 PM, Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar > wrote: > >  > I stay with the devils I know. Schneider and Outback have been great t

[RE-wrenches] Direct sales- Sol-Ark

just paste the text and remove the contact info and await responses: “ I am in the process of purchasing a solar array with battery back up from sol-ark. I am looking to get a quote and arrange for someone to install/connect the array. Thank you, name removed” Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE

Re: [RE-wrenches] DPW rack adjustment

I’ve found that using brass nuts work well and don’t seize on the SS bolt. Just be sure to use a lock washer. It’s not like you need a lot of clamping force, the bolt is in pure shear so brass is fine. Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 15, 2020, at 9:52

Re: [RE-wrenches] Flir One for Smart Phones (Jason Szumlanski)

rafter spacing isn’t consistent or there are sistered rafters for long spans. Insert the wire thru a test hole, bend into a U shape, then rotate to find exact location of rafter, mark with chalk, then go to town. Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 4, 2020, at 5

Re: [RE-wrenches] Rooftop Conduit

. Jeremy Coxon NABCEP Certified MWBE SunWind Power Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 25, 2020, at 7:23 PM, Jerry Shafer wrote: > >  > Wrenches > Looking at residential installations l do not see cable trays becoming common > place in part do to cost and visual appearance. >