Re: [RE-wrenches] I know you've all said, "I told you so..." SolarEdge...

2024-05-24 Thread Kirpal Khalsa via RE-wrenches
inverter can't ever offer. And yes it is very nice to work on equipment that isn't hot until you choose to make it so. Enjoy the weekend! Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa Oregon LRT Oregon Solarworks LLC www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-299-0402 On Fri, May 24, 2024 at 1:39 PM Scot Arey via RE-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] Will SolarEdge optimizers work with other string inverters?

2024-05-22 Thread Kirpal Khalsa via RE-wrenches
You could always AC couple the SolarEdge system via the SolArk. Gives you optimization and rapid shutdown and access to that solar array even when the grid is down. Instead of using the StoreEdge - you could use one of the basic SolarEdge models which are cheaper. Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa

Re: [RE-wrenches] Bootstrapping and AC Coupled Sunny Island

2024-05-08 Thread Kirpal Khalsa via RE-wrenches
William. We have used FM100's, 80's and 60's to charge numerous brands of lithium batteries with no troubles. I don't think you will have any issues in this regard. Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa Oregon LRT#25 Oregon Solarworks LLC www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-299-0402 On Wed, May 8, 2024 at 8:49

Re: [RE-wrenches] Another one bites the dust?

2024-05-08 Thread Kirpal Khalsa via RE-wrenches
Nicholas... I got a call from EG4 trying to get us to use their inverters and batteries. I told them that when they stop trying to sell products directly to my customers and undercutting us I would consider using their equipment. They asked which inverter brands we were currently using. I

Re: [RE-wrenches] OutBack inverter repair.

2024-04-17 Thread Kirpal Khalsa via RE-wrenches
Zonna Energy On Wed, Apr 17, 2024, 7:58 AM David Palumbo via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > Wrenches, > > Any up-to-date recommendations for repair of OutBack Inverters. Preferably > eastern U.S. if possible. > > Thanks, > Dave Palumbo > Hyde Park, VT > 802 371-8678

Re: [RE-wrenches] Plaques

2024-03-31 Thread Kirpal Khalsa via RE-wrenches
ectory from the trophy shop is getting old. > > On Sat, Mar 30, 2024, 5:48 PM Kirpal Khalsa via RE-wrenches < > re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > >> Hi Lou and all. >> We dove all in and got a Vision Engraving machine. They offer several >> models and t

Re: [RE-wrenches] Plaques

2024-03-30 Thread Kirpal Khalsa via RE-wrenches
Hi Lou and all. We dove all in and got a Vision Engraving machine. They offer several models and the most basic version works just fine. It was a big investment but we can make our own placatds in the same day. We have a dedicated cheap laptop and a vacuum attachment they sell which keeps the

Re: [RE-wrenches] OpticsRE

2023-12-18 Thread Kirpal Khalsa via RE-wrenches
Add 'www' to the website address instead of just opticsre.com and it should work... Kirpal Oregon Solarworks On Mon, Dec 18, 2023, 3:17 PM Foxfire Energy via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > Anyone know what’s going on with OpticsRE? Their sites been down since > last

Re: [RE-wrenches] Using same PV array for water pump, battery charging

2017-02-16 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
to a Fronius inverter in fall and the reverse in spring. . This was a seasonal transfer instead of daily transfer. Certainly not automated. But relatively fool proof and safe. Good luck. Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa Oregon LRT#25 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Oregon Solarworks LLC

[RE-wrenches] sma -40 monitoring and tech support

2016-12-14 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
, not just the inverters. In fact I am typing this email as I am on hold. Any one else having issues with this part of the inverters? Advice on how to deal with SMA or resolve the issues with out resorting to their useless tech support? Thanks! Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa Oregon LRT#25 NABCEP

[RE-wrenches] Rolls Surrette Re-combiner caps.

2016-10-13 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
in the past, they seem to have only moderate resultssome customers seem to think they help with minimizing electrolyte loss and some thinking they dont help at all.Any thoughts? Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa Oregon LRT#25 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Oregon Solarworks LLC

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sub Panel Mounted on Roof Slope

2016-09-29 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Dana.we have used the Eaton Cutler Hammer custom enclosures from their Lincoln Flex Center They will make you any NEMA rated enclosure you like.with a variety of box materials. We have used them to make us some 4X AC load centersExpensive and takes a few weeks but works well. We

Re: [RE-wrenches] S-5! mini vs 2 screw

2016-07-28 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
We use the Ace 2 Clamps...We like them a lot.mu h easier than the S5'sThey are solid.We have typically shied away from the S5 mini's because of their rock-able nature. Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa Oregon LRT#25 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Oregon Solarworks LLC

Re: [RE-wrenches] multiple radian installation

2016-05-11 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Jay, we typically use an external on/off/on transfer switch.you are on a good path. With a 3 Radian system it will be a large bypass switchExpensive! Good luck. Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa Oregon LRT#25 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Oregon Solarworks LLC

Re: [RE-wrenches] supply side connection - Tap connector recommendations

2016-05-11 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
! Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa Oregon LRT#25 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Oregon Solarworks LLC www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-299-0402 On Wed, May 11, 2016 at 7:12 AM, Shasta Daiku <mjmornings...@gmail.com> wrote: > Yes, “I get” that there is inconvenience in coo

Re: [RE-wrenches] supply side connection - Tap connector recommendations

2016-05-10 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Matt...Thank you!!! That is what I was after.They are ordered and on their way. Cheers! Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa Oregon LRT#25 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Oregon Solarworks LLC www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-299-0402 On Tue, May 10, 2016 at 10:45 AM, Matt Partymiller

[RE-wrenches] supply side connection - Tap connector recommendations

2016-05-10 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
into the ConnectDer meter collar but will have to coordinate with the utility for that and am looking to keep things simple. Thank you Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa Oregon LRT#25 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Oregon Solarworks LLC www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-299-0402

Re: [RE-wrenches] Goofy roofing

2016-04-29 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Panels in landscape mode with rails running peak to gutter? On Apr 29, 2016 6:54 AM, "frenergy" wrote: > Recently, a customer had a metal roof (not standing seam) installed by a > "handyman". Pretty clean installation however for some reason he ran 1X6 > stringers across the

Re: [RE-wrenches] 60 Amp PV breaker tripping

2016-04-19 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Did you check for loose connections? Kirpal Khalsa Oregon Solarworks On Apr 19, 2016 12:15 PM, "Kristopher Schmid" <sol...@legacysolar.com> wrote: > No recent changes, Jay. System has been installed since 2009. > 16 Kyocera KD180 > Wattsun tracker > Xantrex XW4548

[RE-wrenches] 1000V rated 6AWG wire

2016-01-28 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Hello Friends! I am looking for 1000v rated #6awg wire suitable for running in conduit from roof top combiner down to the inverterwhat are others using for this application? Ideally I would love to find some THHN or THWN-2 but with 1000v ratingany suggestions, sources? Application is from

Re: [RE-wrenches] SIPS panel roofs

2015-12-16 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Can you get them to switch to a standing seam metal roof? Then use seam clamps...problem solved! And it's a better roof as well Good luck. On Dec 16, 2015 5:01 PM, wrote: > Hi Dana, >We have done them, but our method only works when the interior is >

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

2015-12-09 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
and appreciate their design with regards to securing wires underneath the array Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa Oregon LRT#25 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Oregon Solarworks LLC www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-299-0402 On Wed, Dec 9, 2015 at 11:56 AM, Benn Kilburn &l

Re: [RE-wrenches] 72 cell micro inverters

2015-10-26 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Jay you also might consider Solar Edge optimizers for partial shade mitigation. Same effect as micro inverters...easy to implememt. Kirpal Khalsa Oregon Solarworks On Oct 26, 2015 12:48 AM, "jay" <jay.pe...@gmail.com> wrote: > Thanks all for the great info. > > I’ve got

Re: [RE-wrenches] DPW Rack Problems

2015-10-08 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
manufacturer!!! Cheers Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Oregon Solarworks LLC www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-299-0402 o On Thu, Oct 8, 2015 at 7:03 AM, Howie Michaelson <ho...@suncatchervt.com> wrote: > William, > I have followed you

Re: [RE-wrenches] DPW Rack Problems

2015-10-06 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
times the gimble bolts have anti seize and and sometimes not.lack of consistency is a head ache We are exploring alternatives.. Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Oregon Solarworks LLC www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-299-0402 o On Tue, Oct 6

Re: [RE-wrenches] Standing metal seam clamps

2015-08-13 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
We have started using the ACE 2 clamps and so far they are our favorite. On Aug 13, 2015 2:23 PM, Jason Szumlanski ja...@floridasolardesigngroup.com wrote: No first-hand experience with it, but there is one from Eco-Fasten:

Re: [RE-wrenches] SolaEdge Outback AC Coupling

2015-07-01 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
a Radian and Solaredge, I have seen it done with good results. The nice thing about an AC coupled Radian is it should work with any grid tie inverter system out there. Bill On Tue, Jun 30, 2015 at 6:45 AM, Kirpal Khalsa solarwo...@gmail.com wrote: TomI haven't AC coupled Solaredge

Re: [RE-wrenches] SolaEdge Outback AC Coupling

2015-06-30 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Radian site. You would need the GSLC-AC-120/240 load center and it comes pre wired with the remote operated circuit breaker which makes it a breeze to install Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Oregon Solarworks LLC www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fastening to light-guage steel framing

2015-06-11 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
We never got a chance to use them but looked into them numerous times. A product called Rivstud. Essentially a rivet with a stud on top which you can mount the L foot toworth looking intoespecially if it is a big job. On Jun 11, 2015 4:13 AM, Chris Mason cometenergysyst...@gmail.com

Re: [RE-wrenches] #2 -#8 AWG Crimpers

2015-06-04 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
. Those breakers are expensive! Thanks for the advice!! Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Oregon Solarworks LLC www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-299-0402 o On Thu, Jun 4, 2015 at 12:26 PM, Luke Christy sgsrenewab...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Khirpa, We

[RE-wrenches] #2 -#8 AWG Crimpers

2015-06-04 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Greetings wrenches. we would like to vet a good quality crimper for crimping copper ring terminals to our mid range wire sizesAny of you have a good quality crimping tool you can recommend. ...wire sizes I am looking to crimp are #2-#8 AWG. Thanks in advance! Kirpal Khalsa Oregon

[RE-wrenches] SunEye 210

2015-04-30 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Friends Speaking of items that are no longer availableAnyone have an extra Solmetric Suneye 210 they want to part with...used and in good working condition is fine. Thanks!!! Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Oregon Solarworks LLC

[RE-wrenches] Evergreen 190

2015-04-30 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Anybody have any Evergreen 190's they would be willing to part with for broken panel replacement? Please contact me off line if so. Thank you!!! Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Oregon Solarworks LLC www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-299

Re: [RE-wrenches] Acid containment

2015-03-30 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
BillWe line our battery boxes with PVC liners like what is used in shower pans.It is a thick PVC membraneIt is available at just about any tile supply store.It is strong and impervious to battery acid. Good luck. Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation

Re: [RE-wrenches] outback radian question

2015-03-18 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Are LED's on dimmers and non dimmers flickering or just dimmer switch connected lightsi have had problems with LED's on dimmer switches even with LED specific dimmer switches. .. Just an idea. ... On Mar 18, 2015 7:39 PM, jay peltz j...@asis.com wrote: HI All, My question is. are there any

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sunwize or industrial PV modules

2015-02-24 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
LarryTry Erika Karnitz at Backwoods Solar..They usually have those sizes of modules. Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Oregon Solarworks LLC www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-299-0402 o On Tue, Feb 24, 2015 at 10:43 AM, Larry la

Re: [RE-wrenches] Aquian Energy Batteries.

2015-02-16 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
in our industry..As well as an area that still regularly gets criticized for its environmental foot print.. Cheers to all the good work you all do! Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Oregon Solarworks LLC www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-299

[RE-wrenches] Aquian Energy Batteries.

2015-02-15 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
to my requests Thanks in advance for your feedback Cheers! Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Oregon Solarworks LLC www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-299-0402 o ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance

[RE-wrenches] Sanyo - HIT-N220A01 Modules

2014-12-17 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
in stock that would also be appreciated Thank you Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-299-0402 o ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List

[RE-wrenches] Fan Controller

2014-08-20 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
rheostat? potentiometer I think essentially what i am looking for is a dimmer switch for a 24VDC motor. Thank you!! Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-299-0402 o

Re: [RE-wrenches] Low flow high head pump

2014-05-07 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Hot damn Brian! You are clever! Great ideas! On May 7, 2014 4:46 PM, Brian Teitelbaum bteitelb...@aeesolar.com wrote: Jeremy, A Grundfos SQFlex model 3 SQF-3 will run on just two 250W 60-cell modules in series. At 600 feet of head, with 500W of PV, it will do just about 1 gpm at noon peak.

Re: [RE-wrenches] Solar Edge Experience?

2014-05-05 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
. Good luck. Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-299-0402 o On Mon, May 5, 2014 at 2:58 PM, August Goers aug...@luminalt.com wrote: Hi Bill, That was my take up until recently

Re: [RE-wrenches] Stainless NEMA4x load center

2014-04-23 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
somethingTheirs and Outback's PV combiners are rated to be mounted at a slopei think it is down to 14 degrees pitch (3/12) Thanks. Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-299-0402 o On Wed, Apr

[RE-wrenches] Stainless NEMA4x load center

2014-04-21 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Hello Friends! Anyone have a lead for* NEMA 4x* stainless load centers (electrical panel)? Looking for 4 circuit version rated at about 60-100A @ 240VAC. Would like to use it for rooftop combiner for 3 Enphase inverter output circuits. Thank you!! Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV

Re: [RE-wrenches] Huge battery bank recommendation

2014-03-11 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Additionally they offer hydrogen gas alarms for battery rooms. I am curious - is this a solar integrated system, if so, what size array would be charging the batteries? Good luck! Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541

Re: [RE-wrenches] Huge battery bank recommendation

2014-03-11 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
to receiving from our main suppliers... Hope that helps... Cheers, Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-299-0402 o On Tue, Mar 11, 2014 at 8:42 AM, Ray Walters r...@solarray.com wrote: Hi

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sunny Island Battery Disconnects

2014-02-10 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
mention when the terminals are wired in series is only when the voltage is expected to be above 250VDC up to 600VDC... Cheers, Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-299-0402 o On Mon, Feb 10, 2014

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

2014-02-06 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
the maximum allowed by SMA per the disconnect limitations per string of their disconnect.Fronius used to supply metal slugs that fit in the fuse holders if no fusing was required on the input. Didn't some of the Evergreen modules call for 20A series fuses? Good luck.. Sunny Regards, Kirpal

Re: [RE-wrenches] 72-cell modules

2014-01-31 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Allan.we have gotten the epolly modules from Erika Karnitz at Backwoods Solarthey seem to have a regular supplywe use them with shurflo 9300 pump systems.they have reasonable pricing... Kirpal Khalsa Renewable Energy Systems 541-299-0402 On Friday, January 31, 2014, Roy Butler r

Re: [RE-wrenches] Flickering LED lights on and Outback Dual 7248VFX system

2014-01-08 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
non GFI outlets caused no flickering.The flickering remained steady as long as the load was operatingnot just on start up. The dimmer switches did not seem to affect the flickering by them selves Problem solved- but my understanding is lacking Thank you!!! Sunny Regards, Kirpal

[RE-wrenches] Flickering LED lights on and Outback Dual 7248 VFX system

2014-01-06 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
this annoying problem.Anyone else have this problem with these particular bulbs or similar experiences with these or other LED bulbs I am having the customer try some other makes and brands of bulbs. Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable

Re: [RE-wrenches] Flickering LED lights on and Outback Dual 7248 VFX system

2014-01-06 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Jay...yes the lights are on Lutron dimmer switches which are made specifically for CFL and LED lights.it doesn't seem to make a difference if they lights are on full tilt or dimmed downthe flickering is there at any power level Thanks!! Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV

Re: [RE-wrenches] Flickering LED lights on and Outback Dual 7248 VFX system

2014-01-06 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Thank you DanI will have customer check that! Good idea.That is always a good idea!! Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o On Mon, Jan 6, 2014 at 1:38 PM, d...@foxfire

Re: [RE-wrenches] Flickering LED lights on and Outback Dual 7248 VFX system

2014-01-06 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Thanks folks for the ideas! So far I have advised a few things.I will report back any successes.. Here is the advice I have shared. 1. Get some different makes and models of LED light bulbs to try out 2. Get some different dimmer switches to try out 3. Try some lights on non dimmer

Re: [RE-wrenches] PV Wiring methods

2013-11-14 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
edges and are easy to install Hope that helps Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 7:46 AM, frenergy frene...@psln.com wrote: William, Bill

Re: [RE-wrenches] PV Wiring methods

2013-11-14 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Augustthank youyou are right they are actually a Heyco productmy bad!!! Ray, we recently got them thru http://www.heilind.com/products/heyco/Heyco_solar.asp Ray...Contact me off list and i will share my sales persons contact info.. Cheers, Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP

Re: [RE-wrenches] Square D Disconnects mounted on the slope of the roof.

2013-11-11 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Sunvolt out of NJ also has a line of disconnecting combiners which we have used a few times, and Crouse Hinds has some jumbo disconnecting combiner boxes that are way over sized and also over priced. Thanks for all your input... Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation

Re: [RE-wrenches] Square D Disconnects mounted on the slope of the roof.

2013-11-09 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
with your help I have confirmed that this won't workoh well, back to two midnite solar discos. Thank you all... Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o -- Sunny Regards

Re: [RE-wrenches] Square D Disconnects mounted on the slope of the roof.

2013-11-09 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
for Thanks Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o On Sat, Nov 9, 2013 at 10:35 AM, Ray Walters r...@solarray.com wrote: We've made up mounting brackets with unistrut

[RE-wrenches] Square D Disconnects mounted on the slope of the roof.

2013-11-07 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
documentation.. They are NEMA 3 of course Thanks in advance for any direction you can provide Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o

Re: [RE-wrenches] question about pole mount interconnection

2013-10-08 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Chrisi like your design with the vaults! Future proof! Do you make your transition to rigid metal conduit in the concrete? Seems solid! Thanks for sharing... Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218

Re: [RE-wrenches] question about pole mount interconnection

2013-10-07 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
if the cabling is in free air spanning from one sub array to the next.as each array will be dependent on the positioning of the other Good luck Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541

[RE-wrenches] Business

2013-08-17 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
We have found the grid tie market to be more and more crowded with a race to the bottom in terms of pricing and marginswe love battery based systemsboth grid tie and off grid.its definitely less crowded competition wise and we get more jobs because of the fact that we have experience

Re: [RE-wrenches] Hawker versusu MK

2013-08-13 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
are supplied with string interconnects(make sure to remind your distributor) We have had to train our distributor to supply good quality stainless bolts (with sufficient length) with lock washers and washers with all battery purchases Good luck... Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV

Re: [RE-wrenches] Unknown rail.

2013-07-31 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
snapnrack Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o On Wed, Jul 31, 2013 at 1:21 PM, All Solar allso...@scswifi.net wrote: Can anyone please identify the rail on the photo

Re: [RE-wrenches] Charging voltages

2013-05-13 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Classic 200 charge controller.you would definitely be bumping into amperage limits.but that is ok... good luck... Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o On Mon, May 13, 2013

Re: [RE-wrenches] Wasps

2013-05-02 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
homesiteson the up side..the wasps provide free theft protection during the day! Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o On Thu, May 2, 2013 at 12:15 PM, Ryan r...@kb1uas.com

Re: [RE-wrenches] 24V Rolls Charging Parameters?

2013-04-30 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Steve.15 hours of Absorb charge!? Is this just during the initial charge during commissioning? to set the Flexnet DC calibration? Thanks for the clarification... Cheers, Kirpal Khalsa Renewable Energy Systems LLC -- Forwarded message -- From: Steve Higgins st

Re: [RE-wrenches] Stainless Steel Cable Ties

2013-04-25 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
to an efficient minimum. good luck Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o On Thu, Apr 25, 2013 at 9:43 AM, William will...@millersolar.com wrote: Friends: The US Navy did a study

Re: [RE-wrenches] CIS mods

2013-02-18 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
the output will increase, once they are light soaked? -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com On Mon, Feb 18, 2013 at 4:13 PM, Marco Mangelsdorf ma...@pvthawaii.comwrote: Yes, I saw that. Sounds like smoke and mirrors

[RE-wrenches] Mitsubishi MF170 EB3 replacements

2013-02-14 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Hi Wrenches.. We have a customer who has two broken Mitsubishi MF170EB3 modules.Anyone know where to source a couple of replacements? Please contact me off line if so... Thanks! -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy Systems

[RE-wrenches] Alarm start stop alarm

2013-02-08 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
! Kirpal Khalsa Renewable Energy Systems ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List-Archive: http://lists.re

Re: [RE-wrenches] Pilot Hole Template

2012-12-13 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Mac..Do you have a brand and model of IR Camera that you are happy with.This seems like a *very* useful tool if it will show you the layout of the rafters below, from aboveI will have to have a talk with Santa! Thanks. -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa Renewable Energy Systems On Thu

[RE-wrenches] green tag meters

2012-09-21 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
cyclometers, or digital Typically we have used Form 2S meter bases commonly available and added the 5th jaw kit.Our past suppliers, AEE is no longer carrying the 100A or 60A versions Thanks for any suggestions or contacts Happy Weekend! Cheers, -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP

Re: [RE-wrenches] Ilsco SGB bonding lug

2012-08-27 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
unofficial opinion. -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer On Mon, Aug 27, 2012 at 4:11 PM, benn kilburn b...@daystarsolar.ca wrote: Thanks for the feedback Wrenches, lots of interesting comments, However I'm still wondering….. How does one confirm

Re: [RE-wrenches] trace DR repair

2012-07-28 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Todd.Dean Abney...Abney Electrix.is the company -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o On Sat, Jul 28, 2012 at 12:22 PM, Todd Cory toddc...@finestplanet.comwrote: ** i

Re: [RE-wrenches] Multiple angle conundrum

2012-04-04 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
not have as big of a negative impact as if the sub arrays are facing different directions good luck, Kirpal Khalsa On Wed, Apr 4, 2012 at 9:14 AM, Hilton Dier III hiltond...@gmail.comwrote: Wrenches, I am talking with a potential client about a roof mounted PV array. The client has

Re: [RE-wrenches] Charge Rate (Hot Trojan Batteries)

2012-04-03 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
5 strings says it all! now would be a good opportunity to replace with higher capacity cells and fewer strings for long lasting performance..Kirpal On Apr 3, 2012 7:21 AM, All Solar, Inc. allso...@scswifi.net wrote: ** With 5 strings installed, I figured the charge rate to be about 3.3%

[RE-wrenches] No underside access metal building attachment

2012-03-15 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
domestically Good luck -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o On Thu, Mar 15, 2012 at 9:40 AM, Allan Sindelar al...@positiveenergysolar.com wrote: ** Lars, This has been addressed

Re: [RE-wrenches] Diversion load for AC coupled system

2011-11-29 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o On Tue, Nov 29, 2011 at 5:35 PM, Larry Crutcher, Starlight Solar Power Systems la...@starlightsolar.com wrote: Hello Wrenches, I would like some advice

Re: [RE-wrenches] Strange voltage readings, power quality

2011-11-13 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
by regular care and maintenance of the battery bank Cheers, -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com On Sun, Nov 13, 2011 at 1:12 PM, Nathan Jones solardud...@yahoo.com wrote: Mac, I have encountered two battery

[RE-wrenches] evergreen modules

2011-09-21 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Hi All.looking for 2 Evergreen ES 195's and 1 ES 190 module. Please contact me off list if you have any you would like to part with Ideally you will be close to S. Oregon... Thanks! -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy Systems

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sharp modules

2011-09-12 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
, -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o On Sun, Sep 11, 2011 at 4:09 PM, Drake drake.chamber...@redwoodalliance.org wrote: What do you think of the quality of the new Sharp modules

[RE-wrenches] Sharp modules

2011-09-09 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
to using the sharp modules and was interested to see if anyone else had any insight into this design Cheers. -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o

Re: [RE-wrenches] roof types

2011-08-29 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Marcomy favorite is a standing seam metal roof.good for solar, good for water collectionno ashpalt in the water..I know there are versions which have a non reactive paint surface. Cheers, -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy

[RE-wrenches] NEMA 4 Load Centers

2011-05-16 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options settings: http://lists.re

Re: [RE-wrenches] Working on metal roofs.

2011-05-08 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
While most of these safety methods are crucial, another trick to use inconjunction is to spray the roof with some type if sodalike coke or pepsi so when it dries the surface becomes tacky and stickyreally helps with mobility especially while manoeuvring aroundl Another good help is the

[RE-wrenches] Grundfos SQ Flex

2011-04-06 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
as expected? Grundfos does not offer tech support...that is kind of a bummer Thanks for any advice or help -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o

Re: [RE-wrenches] Grundfos SQ Flex

2011-04-06 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
so they are not pushing the sqflex pumps and now the solar guys are being restricted from selling sqflex pumps so the end result is grundfos shoots themselves in their own foot.. its a crazy world out there... Cheers, Kirpal Khalsa On Wed, Apr 6, 2011 at 2:03 PM, Dana d...@solarwork.com wrote

Re: [RE-wrenches] Grundfos SQ Flex

2011-04-06 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
* *www.positiveenergysolar.com* http://www.positiveenergysolar.com/ * * On 4/6/2011 2:55 PM, Kirpal Khalsa wrote: Hi allso I have a pumping project using a grundfos SQ Flex pumpIt will operate on the grid when grid is present and then switch back to solar ready if the grid power should fail.here

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sanyo problems

2011-04-01 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
Have any wrenches here experienced any problems? We have a number of projects currently proceeding with those modules right now. Has anyone talked to Sanyo? Marco please include me on a shared PDF copy of the reportthanks...Kirpal On Apr 1, 2011 7:32 AM, August Goers aug...@luminalt.com

Re: [RE-wrenches] Value of PV system to a home

2011-03-22 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
their property! -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o On Tue, Mar 22, 2011 at 7:44 PM, Exeltech exelt...@yahoo.com wrote: *I spoke last October with the Appraisal Journal, and specifically

Re: [RE-wrenches] Xantrex/Schneider recall

2011-03-08 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
I just got off the phone with those guys today.and apparently the first few folks in line got all the replacement parts they had on hand and they are waiting for the replacements to their original stock of replacement partsI was told that they were hoping to get more parts in the next

[RE-wrenches] Help looking for old frame style SolarWorld 245's

2011-03-07 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
more access to them and all seem to be sold out. Thanks!!! -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m kir...@oregonsolarworks.com ___ List sponsored by Home

Re: [RE-wrenches] OutBack v. Xantrex (SqD)

2010-12-29 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
From our experience there is no comparison with regards to customer service, should you need it after purchase/install..Outback has been accessible and knowledgeable. Xantrex has not.. -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy Systems

[RE-wrenches] Outback Mate Controller Issues

2010-12-09 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
operating histories have the same issue..we appreciated the quick, accessible, competent support from Outback tech support but remain puzzled as to what may have triggered these odd events..feedback appreciated! -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable

Re: [RE-wrenches] Trace Series TR2424 causing blinking lights

2010-11-05 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
and the tech support was no help cheerio! -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o On Fri, Nov 5, 2010 at 2:57 PM, Kent Osterberg k...@coveoregon.com wrote: Dave, The flickering

Re: [RE-wrenches] 3.7kW grid tie

2010-10-31 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
not on the distributors shelf We have used them before to satisfy this requirement with no problems Cheers. -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o On Sun, Oct 31, 2010 at 12:58 PM, Glenn

[RE-wrenches] Battery polarity check

2010-10-19 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
happened that luck was on our side...I will not be relying on the manufacturer's polarity markings any more... -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592-3958 o

[RE-wrenches] Zep Solar

2010-10-18 Thread Kirpal Khalsa
as zep makes it sound? I don't like the idea of only using the Canadian Solar modules..would be nice if there were some US made Zep modulesThanks! -- Sunny Regards, Kirpal Khalsa NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer Renewable Energy Systems www.oregonsolarworks.com 541-218-0201 m 541-592

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