[RE-wrenches] Trina 195

Looking to replace a damaged module. Anyone happen to have a Trina 195 black frame on the shelf circa 2017ish? Please reply off the list. Thanks, Kris Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 137 West 1st Avenue Luck, WI 54853 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4295 NABCEP Certified PV Installation

[RE-wrenches] SnapNRack

HI All, Just wondering if anyone has any of the old style SnapNRack rail and/or the old style rail splices on the shelf. Please respond off list if so. Thanks, Kris Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 137 West 1st Avenue Luck, WI 54853 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4295 NABCEP Certified PV

Re: [RE-wrenches] Ballasted ground mounts

e-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > >  > Is Aerocompact still around ? They had a nice simple ballasted ground > mount > > Brad Bassett > > On Thu, Mar 21, 2024, 10:45 AM Kristopher Schmid via RE-wrenches < > re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wro

Re: [RE-wrenches] Ballasted ground mounts

Thanks for the info, Sam. I guess that I should have mentioned that I am looking at an 8kw residential application. Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 137 West 1st Avenue Luck, WI 54853 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4295 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Licensed Wisconsin

[RE-wrenches] Ballasted ground mounts

Hi REW, Looking for recommendations (or the opposite) on ballasted ground mount options. Anyone have experiences to share? Thanks, Kris Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 137 West 1st Avenue Luck, WI 54853 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4295 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional

[RE-wrenches] SOK Batteries

Hello brain trust, Anyone have experience with SOK lithiums? Here's my issue. Client has a tiny home and bought their system online (I know, run away...). Whenever they start a larger load (power tool, hair dryer) it pulls too much current and causes the BMS to shut down the battery output.

Re: [RE-wrenches] sealing a carport array

You could try contacting the Wisconsin program called "solar for good". They have a system for their timber framed car port. Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 137 West 1st Avenue Luck, WI 54853 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4295 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Licensed

Re: [RE-wrenches] Roof-mounted j-box

On exposed fastener metal, I have had good results with a cord grip connector through the roof to a 4 square metal junction box flat up against the bottom of the metal roof panel in the attic. Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 137 West 1st Avenue Luck, WI 54853 www.legacysolar.com

Re: [RE-wrenches] Retail price lists

I won't disclose my markup, but I can tell you that I stopped showing itemized prices on my bids years ago for exactly this reason. The customer only sees the final bid amount. If they want to shop around and buy it on their own, they will have to self install or find another installer. Just my

Re: [RE-wrenches] Truss finder

Thanks William! Laughed out loud at the first picture! Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 137 West 1st Avenue Luck, WI 54853 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4295 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Licensed Wisconsin Master Electrician BSEE On Sun, Apr 16, 2023, 10:12 AM Kristopher

[RE-wrenches] Truss finder

I am considering buying a deep scanner for locating trusses. Any recommendations or testimonials? Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 137 West 1st Avenue Luck, WI 54853 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4295 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Licensed Wisconsin Master Electrician BSEE

Re: [RE-wrenches] Attaching Array To or Through Ply

Very timely post for me, Matt. Thanks. I was just asked to bid a roof mount with SIP panels. My first thought is to just say no. I am very hesitant to rely on the pull out strength of screws in OSB. I will be watching this thread. Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 137 West 1st Avenue

[RE-wrenches] Fire fighters

Hi wrenches, In speaking to local firefighters last year, I had a question that stumped me. At night, will the light from the flames or the fire fighters' flood lights energize the array to a dangerous potential? Any light you can shed (pun intended) would be most welcome. Shine On! Kris

Re: [RE-wrenches] Inverter bypass

switches as well: >>> >>> >>> https://www.midnitesolar.com/productPhoto.php?product_ID=416_ID=29=3=p >>> >>> Ray Walters >>> On 3/2/2023 11:57 AM, Sindelar Solar via RE-wrenches wrote: >>> >>> Kris, It was SqD QO403, and it was a

[RE-wrenches] Inverter bypass

Hi All, I have a stand alone system that was upgraded from an FX inverter to a Radian WITHOUT the companion load center. I would like to add an inverter bypass circuit to operate the house on generator power. There used to be a 4 slot breaker panel (SqD?) with the rocker switch preventing both

[RE-wrenches] Low voltage lithiums

Greetings all, I have seen an issue on two different systems that I am hoping someone can shed some light on for me. One was a 48 volt pack of 12 volt Battle Bornes and the other was a 24 volt pack of SOKs. What happens is when reaching the end of the bulk charging stage, the battery voltage

Re: [RE-wrenches] "Qualified solar electric property"?

, 8:18 PM Lloyd Hoffstatter < ll...@sunstruckconsulting.com> wrote: > For inverters use the NYPSC list or CE for other equipment > > Best, > Lloyd > > Get Outlook for iOS <https://aka.ms/o0ukef> > -- > *From:* RE-wrenches on behalf &g

Re: [RE-wrenches] "Qualified solar electric property"?

idn't have anything on their website and didn;'t answer their phone. > Do you still have the email response from George? > Thanks, > Howie > > *Howie Michaelson **Sun Catcher* > > *NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer™ * > > *Solar Electric Systems Sales & Service 802-2

Re: [RE-wrenches] "Qualified solar electric property"?

Search the archives, Howie. I posted the same question this year and got a good response. The documents should be available from the manufacturer. Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 137 West 1st Avenue Luck, WI 54853 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4295 NABCEP Certified PV Installation

Re: [RE-wrenches] Head scratcher

e minisplit off this 240V panel and subfeed 120V to > the AC IN on the inverter. In turn, the inverter can supply a load center > with 120V ONLY circuits. > > -Matt > > > > > > On Tue, Oct 18, 2022 at 1:30 PM Kristopher Schmid via RE-wrenches < > re-wrenches@lists.

[RE-wrenches] Head scratcher

Hi All, I am hoping that someone on the list can help me think this one through. I have a client that builds tiny portable homes. He is working on one where his client supplied the solar modules, charge controller, batteries, inverter, etc. They bought them through some dot com. The tiny home

[RE-wrenches] Qualifying equipment

Has anyone ever heard this from a tax advisor? Am I missing something? What our account said is, if we were audited, the dept. federal revenue would ask for a certificate from the manufacturer of the solar equipment showing that they qualify for the credit. He said not all manufacturers qualify.

[RE-wrenches] HT I-V curve tracer

Hi All, Does anyone use an HT curve tracer? If so, I could use some help. The manual leaves much to be desired. Contact me off list, please and thanks! Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 137 West 1st Avenue Luck, WI 54853 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4295 NABCEP Certified PV Installation

[RE-wrenches] Module search

Hi All, Does anyone happen to have 2 SW325XL solarworld modules collecting dust? Contact me off-list if so. Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 137 West 1st Avenue Luck, WI 54853 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4295 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Licensed Wisconsin Master

[RE-wrenches] Hail

We had a pretty serious weather event and one of my clients had hail broken glass. I advised him to request a replacement of the whole array or, if not, a module by module inspection for I-V curves and hot spots. I am wondering if should reach out to other clients. I don't want to be a storm

Re: [RE-wrenches] LG RESU10 alternative

Word of warning...I was told that the Prime battery is not backward compatible with the Storedge Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 137 West 1st Avenue Luck, WI 54853 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4295 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Licensed Wisconsin Master Electrician BSEE

[RE-wrenches] 1,000 v combiners

Hi All, Just wondering what you commercial installers are using for 1,000 volt combiners. I don't work in this realm often. I am looking at Solar BOS. Any recommendations would be appreciated. Thanks, Kris ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay

[RE-wrenches] LG chem resu10h gen2

I have installed a number of battery ready systems using StorEdge inverters without the battery. I now am left hanging with no gen 2 batteries available and no compatibility between gen 3 prime batteries and the StorEdge. Not happy. Anyone have a LG gen 2 on the shelf (a very strong shelf).

Re: [RE-wrenches] Residential tax credit

An early draw on an IRA is a good way to create a tax liability where none exists. Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 137 West 1st Avenue Luck, WI 54853 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4295 NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional Licensed Wisconsin Master Electrician BSEE On Mon, Mar

Re: [RE-wrenches] MLSD module level shutdown

Sky, I, for one, totally agree. While I agree with the need to keep firefighters safe, it seems to me that rules regarding solar conduit would serve the same purpose; required labeling of rooftop conduit beyond the array boundary, required distance below roof deck for attic conduit, etc. I am

Re: [RE-wrenches] Supply side denial

ail important). If that does not work, then the PSC is > your best option. Chris > On 10/27/2020 6:27 PM, Kristopher Schmid wrote: > > Hi All, > > I have a utility that is hinting that they are going to deny my > interconnection application with a supply side connection and re

[RE-wrenches] Supply side denial

Hi All, I have a utility that is hinting that they are going to deny my interconnection application with a supply side connection and require a load side. Has anyone seen this before? (Proposed interconnection would be with Milbank step lugs in a 200 A socket and a 60 A fused disconnect within

Re: [RE-wrenches] DPW rack adjustment

Chris... I'm intrigued by the custom adjusters from MT. What about the issue of loosening and retorqueing the 350 ftlb main pivot bolt? On Thu, Oct 15, 2020, 1:50 PM Chris Schaefer wrote: > I'd suggest reaching out to Travis at MT Solar as he has made custom > manual adjusters for my old

Re: [RE-wrenches] GTBB inverters without batteries

Like Kirk, I have installed a few StorEdge inverters successfully without batteries. You do have to change a few of the default programming settings, but they seem to work fine without the LG Chem pack. Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 137 West 1st Avenue Luck, WI 54853

Re: [RE-wrenches] Modifying a plumbing vent

I've done it numerous times, William. Just use the 1/4 inch per foot drop rule so that the rain runs down. On Sat, Aug 29, 2020, 5:17 PM William Miller wrote: > Friends: > > > > Over all these years I have always been able to work around plumbing > vents. Now I find one that is just in the

Re: [RE-wrenches] Oversized meter enclosure for line side connection recommendation

If you are going to replace the meter socket, using a 200 amp Milbank and a set of Milbank Step Lugs https://www.milbankworks.com/products/catalog/K4977-INT makes a nice clean solution. On Thu, Jun 18, 2020, 7:58 AM Christopher Warfel < cwar...@entech-engineering.com> wrote: > Hello Wrenches.

[RE-wrenches] Module Request

Greetings Wrenches, I have an unusual request. I have a top of pole rack that was designed incorrectly for the intended modules and i am looking for a dimensional match in a 60 cell module. If you happen to have 12 modules that fit the bill, please contact me off list. (Racking is designed

Re: [RE-wrenches] Convex modules

on a truck in shipping. If it is the glass then >> its manufacturing and poor QC, my money if it is the frames is shipping and >> or packaging, but that's just me. >> Jerry >> >> On Sat, Nov 16, 2019, 7:12 AM Kristopher Schmid >> wrote: >> >>

Re: [RE-wrenches] Convex modules

If I understand correctly, these are bowed up which would allow them to > settle flat? > > Jay > > > > On Nov 17, 2019, at 2:17 PM, Kristopher Schmid > wrote: > >  > The banding is a good thought, Glenn, except that the one module that was > oriented the opposite way wa

Re: [RE-wrenches] Convex modules

long term effects. On Sat, Nov 16, 2019, 9:12 AM Kristopher Schmid wrote: > So, I opened up a pallet of Jinko 400 watt half cell modules yesterday and > noticed that every module was convex to the glass side. The center was 1/4 > inch higher than the corners. Has anyone else seen this

Re: [RE-wrenches] 30 amp disconnect/40 amp breaker

I have run into this many times and have never found a definitive answer. The disconnect spec typically says that it must be protected with an ocpd at or less than the disco rating, but we are dealing with a current limited device (inverter) in this case so it would seem legal to me. On Wed, Aug

Re: [RE-wrenches] Mission PVs

It's not just missions that sometimes come that way. Major pain! Get a helper or two and restack is my only suggestion. Kris Legacy Solar On Tue, Aug 20, 2019, 8:27 PM Bill Battagin wrote: > Its after hours and I need to load for tomorrow... > > Embarrassing question I finally ran out

[RE-wrenches] Outback question

Has anyone ever done a dual radian installation with only one GSLC? I can't see the need for a second one other than wire routing. Am i missing something? Thanks, Kris Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 137 West 1st Avenue Luck, WI 54853 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4295 NABCEP Certified

[RE-wrenches] Canadian Solar CS6P-260P

Greetings, I am looking to replace a damaged Canadian Solar CS6P-260P. Does anyone happen to have one lying around? This is on a ground mount with top down attachment and i would prefer to not have to slide the whole row to make room for a larger dimension module. Width is 39.1" (992mm).

[RE-wrenches] 72 volt charge controller

Hi all, I am servicing a system that has a 72 volt charge controller circuit board made by solar converters in Canada. I believe they are no longer in the business. The float and bulk settings are messed up and they are set with two variable resistor pots. Can anyone tell me how I can set

[RE-wrenches] Pika

Wrenches, I am trying to design a Pika off-grid system. The issue is that they currently have no way to charge from a generator. Has anyone ever installed one set up for zero grid export and connected the generator to the grid input? Would LG chem or another manufacturer be a better choice?

[RE-wrenches] solar resale value

Greetings wrenches, My apologies if this is out of topic range for this group. I have a client that has 3 grid tied systems and one grid tie with battery backup system. The systems are of varying ages. She is planning to sell her home and wants to know how much value to add to the asking

Re: [RE-wrenches] Solar set backs

I had a student tell me that firefighters are often venting through the gable side wall as opposed to the roof. Can anyone confirm or deny this statement? Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 137 West 1st Avenue Luck, WI 54853 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4295 NABCEP Certified PV

[RE-wrenches] Fire damage

Greetings wrenches, I have a client that is looking to buy some salvaged modules off of a building that was near a fire. What kind of potential issues can you anticipate? Smoke, heat, etc. Would it be enough to just test voc and isc for a known cell temp and irradiance in addition to a visual

[RE-wrenches] Tesla in home Depot stores

Can we have this conversation in this group? I would really like to hear what everyone has to say. https://inhabitat.com/tesla-is-selling-its-solar-products-in-home-depot-stores-starting-in-july/ ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address:

Re: [RE-wrenches] Solar Pond Aerators

Just an FYI, the US Solar Mounts product is PV direct, no batteries. On Tue, Apr 3, 2018 at 3:32 PM, James Jefferson Jarvis wrote: > US Solar Mounts in Wisconsin makes nice packaged systems. > > https://www.ussolarmounts.us/resources/benefits-of-aeration/ > > -James Jarvis >

Re: [RE-wrenches] adjustable back legs for mounts

I have purchased Unirac adjustable tilt legs from Civic Solar online. On Tue, Oct 24, 2017 at 6:48 PM, jay wrote: > Hi All, > > I’m having trouble finding adjustable slide style back legs for a client > who wants to adjust his low profile array. > I can’t find them from

Re: [RE-wrenches] Solarworld 285 watt end frames

I use "fir tree" zip ties that will pop into the ground holes in the frame. On May 24, 2017 8:11 AM, "Dana" wrote: > I am installing SolarWorld 285 w modules for our new home on Array > Technologies dual axis trackers [we are in a canyon]. > > The side rails of the frames

Re: [RE-wrenches] Polaris gone bad?

Hi Eric, I had this happen on one install. I assumed that it was due to insufficient terminal torque. I use the Polaris torque specs and my torqueing screwdriver now on all Polaris connectors and have not had any more issues (yet). Kris On Thu, Apr 6, 2017 at 12:35 PM,

Re: [RE-wrenches] Amphenol and MC4 crimper

Carl, I have owned that exact tool for 8 years or so. It has worked flawlessly for me on I would guess around 600 crimps. Kris On Sep 21, 2016 2:57 PM, "Carl Adams" wrote: Hello Wrenches, I wanted to ask you about Helios and MC4 crimpers. I bought a set of theAmpenol

Re: [RE-wrenches] Issue with DR1512 and oven

Saint Louis Solar314 631 1094 > > On 9/19/2016 5:35 PM, Kristopher Schmid wrote: > > Hi Wrenches, > > I have a client that has blown out 2 control boards on their oven in the > last few months. The appliance is a Whirlpool Model WFG515S0EW0 powered by > a Xantrex

Re: [RE-wrenches] Issue with DR1512 and oven

* <al...@sindelarsolar.com> > NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional > NABCEP Certified Technical Sales Professional > New Mexico EE98J Journeyman Electrician > Founder (Retired), Positive Energy, Inc. > *505 780-2738 <505%20780-2738> cell* > > > > On 9/

Re: [RE-wrenches] Issue with DR1512 and oven

alters > CTO, Solarray, Inc > Nabcep Certified PV Installer, > Licensed Master Electrician > Solar Design Engineer303 505-8760 > > On 9/19/2016 4:35 PM, Kristopher Schmid wrote: > > Hi Wrenches, > > I have a client that has blown out 2 control boards on their oven in

[RE-wrenches] Issue with DR1512 and oven

Hi Wrenches, I have a client that has blown out 2 control boards on their oven in the last few months. The appliance is a Whirlpool Model WFG515S0EW0 powered by a Xantrex DR1512. Since this is an off-grid home, i recommended that they get an LP stove with no oven glow bar and this was the unit

Re: [RE-wrenches] supply side connection

Excel in Wisconsin approves the milbank connectors. I have also had other utilities approve a dual sided entry insulated splice block (Polaris). Kris On May 13, 2016 4:50 PM, "jay" wrote: > Has any one used the Milbank tap connectors? > Or maybe get them approved by the

[RE-wrenches] Looking for a SolarWorld module

Hi Wrenches, I was short one SW 275 Protect module on an install and substituted a SW 275 mono expecting that i could swap it out, but SolarWorld has not been running those for a long time, so... Does anyone have a SW 275 Protect module (or larger wattage) on the shelf? Thanks, Kris -- Shine

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

be pulling 41.75A maximum. On Tue, Apr 19, 2016 at 12:03 PM, Jay <jay.pe...@gmail.com> wrote: > Is this a new or old problem > And any changes ( equipment etc)just before the problem started? > > Jay > Peltz power > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Apr 19, 2016, a

[RE-wrenches] 60 Amp PV breaker tripping

Hi All, I recall a thread not so long ago where someone was having an issue with a system tripping the 60 A PV input breaker. I am unable to find it by searching the archives. I have a system with the same issue. I tried replacing the breaker but it did not solve the issue. Can someone

Re: [RE-wrenches] SW series fuse rating

I just did a class exercise using the upcoming sw290 for sizing conductors and OCPD and the calculation was such that a 20 amp fuse was needed (rounding up from Isc x 1.56). I hope that the maximum reverse current on the spec sheet is also the maximum series fuse rating. Kris On Mar 18, 2016

Re: [RE-wrenches] Wire locator

expecting, if memory serves me right. > You can rent for one-offs. > > www.schonstedt.com > > On Mon, Mar 14, 2016 at 3:36 PM, Kristopher Schmid <sol...@legacysolar.com > > wrote: > >> Hi Wrenches, >> >> Do any of you use a underground wire locating device? If

Re: [RE-wrenches] Wire locator

A reply from Theo Van regarding wire locators. -- Forwarded message -- From: Theo Van <theom...@yahoo.com> Date: Wed, Mar 16, 2016 at 11:27 AM Subject: Re: Wire locator To: Kristopher Schmid <sol...@legacysolar.com> I have a Greenlee 508 S, my second one. Trans

[RE-wrenches] Wire locator

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

Re: [RE-wrenches] Battery Box Construction

Ray, I have had good success with flat rubber membrane roofing. I have not had good success with caulked seams, so i run a continuous peice and lap the corners. A stapler won't hold the laps so i will drive a wood screw into the box corner to hold it tight. It has never gotten gooey on me even

[RE-wrenches] Rolls batteries

Hi Wrenches, Anyone using Rolls Surrette batteries? Happy with them? Worth the extra $$$? Thanks for the feedback, Kris -- Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 864 Clam Falls Trail Frederic, WI 54837 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4295 NABCEP Certified PV Installer Licensed Wisconsin Master

Re: [RE-wrenches] PVWatts

Icarus Engineering LLC Sent from my iPhone 5s On Jun 3, 2015, at 10:56 PM, Kristopher Schmid sol...@legacysolar.com wrote: Anyone else notice that the PVWatts website is not working or do i have a personal (computer) problem. I sent feedback to no avail and there is nothing on their twitter

[RE-wrenches] PVWatts

Anyone else notice that the PVWatts website is not working or do i have a personal (computer) problem. I sent feedback to no avail and there is nothing on their twitter account about an issue. When i enter a location, it tells me to enter a different location and says that it's loading the map,

Re: [RE-wrenches] Tilt Racking vs Roof Mount for Shedding snow

I am betting on the frameless glass on glass module with un-textured glass. Lumos, Trina, Silicon Energy, ... On Sat, Mar 28, 2015 at 8:17 AM, d...@solarwork.com d...@solarwork.com wrote: I would be curious to hear if there's a difference in how different manufacturers modules hold snow and

Re: [RE-wrenches] Tilt Racking vs. Roof Mount for Shedding snow

Ignoring the effect of roofing material friction and tilt angle, i would surmise that the array being open-backed would reduce heat build up and actually decrease the snow shedding ability. On Fri, Mar 27, 2015 at 11:36 AM, Dave d...@independentpowerllc.com wrote: BTW Dan. I have designed and

Re: [RE-wrenches] ITC

-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] *On Behalf Of *Kristopher Schmid *Sent:* Friday, March 27, 2015 11:15 AM *To:* RE-wrenches *Subject:* [RE-wrenches] ITC I have been told by a client who was told by his tax advisor that the 30% tax credit does not apply to self employment tax. Can anyone

[RE-wrenches] ITC

I have been told by a client who was told by his tax advisor that the 30% tax credit does not apply to self employment tax. Can anyone confirm or deny this assertion? -- Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 864 Clam Falls Trail Frederic, WI 54837 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4295 NABCEP

Re: [RE-wrenches] tax credit carryover

I am interested in the answer to your question, Kirk. If you find it somewhere other than on this thread, can you please let me know. I have heard 5 years, but not from a CPA. Thanks, Kris On Sat, Feb 7, 2015 at 2:43 PM, Kirk Herander k...@vtsolar.com wrote: What is the length of carryover

Re: [RE-wrenches] NABCEP consultant fee

Chris, I have done this in the past. WI incentives used to require NABCEP cert. Looking back, i probably undercharged. Given that you are putting your reputation and certification on the line and therefor will need to be involved in design, planning, and inspection, i think that a percentage of

Re: [RE-wrenches] Looking for Solar World SW 275 Protect

Jesse, That info came from my distributor and i didn't ask why. On Fri, Oct 17, 2014 at 10:22 PM, Solar dahlso...@gmail.com wrote: Did they give a reason why they won't be making them anymore this year? Jesse RE-Power Sent from my iPhone On Oct 17, 2014, at 4:16 PM, Kristopher Schmid

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

: 415.641.4000 m: 415.559.1525 www.luminalt.com On Fri, Oct 17, 2014 at 6:51 AM, Kristopher Schmid sol...@legacysolar.com wrote: Hi All, I seem to remember seeing this posted a while back, but i was unable to get the archive search function to work on my browser. I have a recent install

[RE-wrenches] SMA TL meter communication interference?

Hi All, I seem to remember seeing this posted a while back, but i was unable to get the archive search function to work on my browser. I have a recent install of an SMA SB5000TL-US-240VAC where the utility is claiming that the inverter is interfering with their communication with the meter.

[RE-wrenches] Looking for Solar World SW 275 Protect

Hi All, If anyone happens to have one SolarWorld SW 275 Protect glass on glass module available, please contact me off-list. I am one short and am told that they will not be making any more this year. Thanks! -- Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 864 Clam Falls Trail Frederic, WI 54837

Re: [RE-wrenches] Canadian Solar

11, 2014 5:40 PM, jay peltz j...@asis.com wrote: I'm always curious why they are interested in a particular product, any idea Kris? ( especially with canadian solar as usually people think they are canadian not chinese) jay peltz power On Fri, Jul 11, 2014 at 2:52 PM, Kristopher Schmid

Re: [RE-wrenches] Canadian Solar

, have you been to the factory, If not you need to go, in some cases you can take your customer too. They sell low output cells that they will not use to other manufactures. You never know with manufactures look at Sharp, I prefer US over SEA On Jul 12, 2014 9:08 AM, Kristopher Schmid sol

[RE-wrenches] Canadian Solar

Hi All, I have a client interested in using Canadian Solar modules. Anyone that can share their experience with them good, bad, or otherwise would be greatly appreciated. Also, a recommended distributor? Thanks, Kris -- Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 864 Clam Falls Trail Frederic,

[RE-wrenches] Epdm flashing

Hi wrenches, I am looking to flash a 1 diameter snapnrack post on a pitched roof covered with black epdm membrane. The roofing manufacturer has a one size fits all, but its too tall to work well. Any suggestions would be much appreciated. Thanks, Kris -- Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy

Re: [RE-wrenches] Solar Heaters

I recommend RREAL. They have a great product and a great mission. www.rreal.org On Tue, Sep 3, 2013 at 9:09 PM, All Solar allso...@scswifi.net wrote: With a quick search of the archives coming up short, I will ask here. Can anyone recommend a quality active solar air collector system? We

Re: [RE-wrenches] double insulated wire

It is my understanding that 2014 NEC will require red-positive, black-negative, white-grounded conductor for all DC wiring. Remarking still allowed for larger than #6. I have also heard that some modules will soon come with one black and one white lead. -- Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy

[RE-wrenches] torque screwdrivers

Any of you folks using these? Any brand recommendations? What kind of in-lb range should i be looking for? Thanks! -- Shine On! Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 864 Clam Falls Trail Frederic, WI 54837 www.legacysolar.com 715-653-4295 NABCEP Certified PV Installer Licensed Wisconsin Master

Re: [RE-wrenches] 120% rule applying to conductors

It seems to me that the conductor should not be subject to the 120% rule despite what the code says. The potential safety issue here is overloading the neutral bus, right? While feeding currents could be additive in the panel, they would be subtractive on the feeder, no? I seem to remember

Re: [RE-wrenches] Helios Modules

Dick, I assume that you are referring to Helios, USA out of Milwaukee, WI. I put in about 12kW last year with no issues. They seem like a good solid product. I try to use them whenever i can since they are an in-state manufacturer for me. Kris On Tue, Apr 10, 2012 at 8:01 PM, Richard L Ratico

Re: [RE-wrenches] mixing aluminum and galvanized steel

This is an amazingly timely post for me! I was just thinking of asking the same question since i have a couple of ground mount installs coming up with concrete pillars/galvanized anchor bolts/aluminum channel base. I notice that DPW for example specs galvanized pipes to be attached with u-bolts

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fronius IG vs IG Plus inverters

I have used both recently. The IG Plus is nice for two reasons: the integrated DC disconnect and the onboard string fusing/combining capability. Their tech support has been easy to work with and have reimbursed me for labor when needed with no questions asked. On Tue, Jun 28, 2011 at 11:24 AM,

Re: [RE-wrenches] Underwater wire

would be quite safe IMHO as there would be no stressing of the delivery system. Nathan Jones Power Source Solar 417-827-0738 On Thu Jun 9th, 2011 2:30 PM CDT Kristopher Schmid wrote: I have an installation that is a ground mount on a berm with a man-made pond between the array

[RE-wrenches] Underwater wire

I have an installation that is a ground mount on a berm with a man-made pond between the array and the BOS. The pond is about 4 feet deep. How would you wrenches make this run? in weighted conduit with primer and glued joints? use boring and go under? out of conduit with wire directly in the

Re: [RE-wrenches] wrenches] Fwd: out of business

Oh, and don't forget the make your own PV panels from hardware store parts and never pay another electric bill guy! On Tue, May 17, 2011 at 11:09 PM, john cvso...@aol.com wrote: Ray, We were already doomed when the Tesla generator came out... The plans to build are now down to $39 with all

[RE-wrenches] 120 volt inverter to 480 3 phase

Esteemed wrenches, One of my students asked me today how you would (or if you could) connect a 120 volt outback inverter to a 277/480 volt 3 phase service. I said those three little words that men find so hard to say, I don't know. Help, please. -- Thanks, Kris Schmid Legacy Solar, LLC 864

Re: [RE-wrenches] Dangerous installs/installers..

We will be seeing a lot more of this with the big box stores selling solar. I have already set my rate at 150/hour with a blanket liability form in anticipation of this kind of work. We can only hope that nobody kills themselves in the process 'cause you know that it will be the solar energy and

Re: [RE-wrenches] Slow clocks

clocks always run fast, a few minutes gained every other day due to high frequency issues (65+Hz) that plague the Island. The local power authority keeps the diesel generators cranked. Hope this help a little. . On Tue, Apr 5, 2011 at 10:51 AM, Kristopher Schmid sol...@legacysolar.com wrote: I

[RE-wrenches] Slow clocks

I have an off-grid client who tells me that his clocks lose about 1 minute per hour while he is running his backup generator. Has anyone seen this before? Do clocks use the zero crossing on a 60Hz wave for keeping time and could a frequency discrepency in the generator cause this? My thanks to

Re: [RE-wrenches] sizing a sub-panel used to combinemultiple inverter outputs

By this argument, wouldn't it be necessary to check every conductor in the backfeed path adding potential PV amps to their required ampacity including the utility conductor from the transformer? Kris Legacy Solar, LLC 864 Clam Falls Trail Frederic, WI 54837 715-653-4295 sol...@legacysolar.com

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