[RE-wrenches] Midnite DIY hardware feedback

Wrenches, Has anyone used, or known customers who have used, Midnite Solar's new, inexpensive imported 'DIY' line? Any stories, any feedback on performance and reliability so far? Thanks, Allan -- *Allan Sindelar* al...@sindelarsolar.com New Mexico EE98J

Re: [RE-wrenches] Inverter bypass

Kris, It was SqD QO403, and it was a 3-pole load center/disconnect, not 4-pole. You may recall that the dual-inverter Trace Power Panels of long ago used two of these, each one serving as an inverter bypass switch to one 120V AC leg. On 3/2/2023 11:46 AM, Kristopher Schmid via RE-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] Old Trace SW inverter connected to the grid.

Todd is correct. This solution is simple and works. You'll still want a switch or breaker on the input. Allan On 12/19/2022 9:13 AM, Todd Cory via RE-wrenches wrote: If the grid is wired to AC2, then the inverter can charge off off that source but not sell to it. Todd On Mon, Dec 19,

Re: [RE-wrenches] Magnum MS4024 grief

Chris, I also found Kirk's response to capture what I would've checked first. Ray is correct about multiple neutral-ground bonds, but there's a point that I think has been missed. You didn't identify the generator, and I'm going to assume that it's a portable gasoline unit. They have GFCIs on

Re: [RE-wrenches] Battery Monitor for Li

Matt, you didn't indicate whether this is a TM2020 or a newer TM-2030. The steps are the same, so it shouldn't matter. Set the charge efficiency to 99%. Set the voltage to a few tenths of a volt below the Simpliphi's BMS setpoint. Set the amps to off. Make sure that P01 for auto reset is on.

Re: [RE-wrenches] Magnum Inverters

I have installed three of the Samlex EVO series in the last few years, all 24V units and all with Midnite E-Panels, and all have worked flawlessly. I've ordered all as preassembled units from Midnite. Allan On 7/20/2022 4:34 PM, Bradley Bassett via RE-wrenches wrote: The Samlex EVO4248SP is a

Re: [RE-wrenches] Magnum Inverters

Jeremy, I have long and happily used Backwoods Solar, who carries Magnum, but I checked their website and see that all split-phase Magnums are shown as on backorder. I work with Erika Karnitz, 541 482-3439. Allan On 7/20/2022 5:29 AM, Jeremy Rodriguez via RE-wrenches wrote: Does anyone have

Re: [RE-wrenches] Flex Power ONE FXR expansion

Yes, but keep in mind that the X-240 autotransformer is only needed with the FX/VFX inverters, and shouldn't be used with the FX-R/VFX-R series. I learned this recently on a job where I replaced two older 24V VFX units with new 48V VFX-R units and had to remove the balancing X-240. Allan On

[RE-wrenches] Shurflo 9300 submersible alternative?

Wrenches, In years past I used to have more than a dozen clients with Shurflo 9325 ('9300') 12/24V DC submersible well pumps, and kept the parts to rebuild them. It's been at least ten years since I was asked to repair or replace one. In that time the price has risen enough that the retail

Re: [RE-wrenches] GJ 250 circuit breaker DC 250

I have one, Jeremy. The exact item - Heinemann GJ250 in good condition. You can have the Trace (pre-Xantrex) DC250 standoff bracket too if you want it. I see that it's missing both allen set screws for the 4/0 terminals. You'll have those, right? If not I can include a pair off of one of the