Re: [RE-wrenches] Switching to LiFePO4

2024-09-18 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
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Re: [RE-wrenches] Cell based monitoring

2024-08-20 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
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Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback in general

2024-08-16 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
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[RE-wrenches] DC compressors

2024-08-15 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hello Wrenches, Does anyone have a good 24V DC compressor/air pump? We used to use a nice little Gast 24V compressor for pond aeration systems but they have stopped making them. Any help would be appreciated Thanks! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada."

[RE-wrenches] 1000 Vdc Suppliers

2024-08-04 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hello Wrenches, Does anyone have a good recommendation for a 1000Vdc equipment supplier? Disconnects, combiners, fusing etc is what I am looking for. I have found it difficult to get any type of response from Terrasmart or Shoals Thanks! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress Envy E-stop

2024-07-25 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
ches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > Hi Lewis > > Yes both the 12 and 18 have RSD > It’s a button on the left side. > > Shuts off AC and PV > > Jay > > On Jul 25, 2024, at 7:30 AM, Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches < > re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > >  >

[RE-wrenches] Fortress Envy E-stop

2024-07-25 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hello Wrenches, Does anyone know if the 12kW Envy inverter has remote stop capability? I need an external button to activate rapid shutdown and disable inverter output but I'm not seeing this functionality in the manual. Seems strange to me. Thanks in advance! -- Mac Lewis *"

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback in general

2024-07-20 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
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Re: [RE-wrenches] Mate 3 firmware updates

2024-07-20 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
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[RE-wrenches] Radian overtemp

2024-07-17 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Is there a temp sensor that may be at fault for not sending a fan run signal to one of the power boards on a Radian 8k? One side doesn't start the fan, fan tests fine, just no voltage on the plug. Thanks ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay option

Re: [RE-wrenches] AC V DC RE: electrolysis

2024-06-21 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
r local electrician had said > there had been a bad run of the SMM's which adds additional justification > to perhaps try it out again. If you've used the SMM's for this purpose have > you used the 50 as well as the 100 amp version? > > Thanks for the input, Nick > &

Re: [RE-wrenches] AC V DC RE: electrolysis

2024-06-20 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
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Re: [RE-wrenches] HomeGrid Battery Experience

2024-06-11 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hi Jason, This pairing should work fine. There is an open loop setting for the Homegrid and the flexnet can work pretty well keeping track of SOC. I'd stick with the Outback at least initially. The 15 cell Homegrid is lower voltage so it can work with older equipment with 48V lbco limit easily.

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sol-Ark 15k solar panel frame grounding

2024-06-05 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
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[RE-wrenches] PV shedding Enphase

2024-05-17 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
controller would bring the excess PV online? It seems cheaper and better to use the grid voltage to perform this logic to me but I may be missing something. Thanks for your input -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___ List

[RE-wrenches] Fortress Avalon

2024-05-14 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hello Wrenches, I am looking closely at offering the Fortress Avalon system. I would like to hear from anyone that has installed, commissioned and seen them work in the field. Pros and cons, all of your thoughts are appreciated. Thanks! ___ List sponso

Re: [RE-wrenches] Discover Xanbus SOC jumpy

2024-05-03 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
et/offgridsolar/> > e-mail offgridso...@sti.net > text 209 813 0060* > > > On 2024-05-03 6:54 am, Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches wrote: > > Hello Wrenches, > > I have a system that suddenly started seeing quite a few SOC drops and > blips, causing generator starts.

[RE-wrenches] Discover Xanbus SOC jumpy

2024-05-03 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
/solved this issue. Much appreciated. -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.o

Re: [RE-wrenches] Grid-Tied Radian Force Discharge

2024-04-26 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
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[RE-wrenches] Solar pumping stormwater

2024-04-25 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
at a head of 20'. My preference is no batteries but we could design in batteries. Any input is appreciated! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: ht

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback Optics RE and Starlink

2024-04-05 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
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[RE-wrenches] Prepping for Bi-directional Charging with Enphase

2024-04-03 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
, informed advice. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE-wrenche

Re: [RE-wrenches] Reroofing grandfathering

2024-03-21 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hi Howie, I would ask the AHJ and indicate you are simply reinstalling the system, not reengineering anything. I wouldn't take it for granted that the mounting hardware will be usable, or cost effective to reuse. It's often seized, cross threaded, dirty etc. There will be a lot of these coming u

Re: [RE-wrenches] Older Sunny Islands charging newer Lithium's

2024-03-01 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
.org > > List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org > > Change listserver email address & settings: > http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org > > There are two list archives for searching. When one doesn't work, try the > other: &

[RE-wrenches] Mounting height constraints for wall-mounted batteries

2024-02-22 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hello Wrenches, Is there a mounting height limit for Enphase batteries that you are aware of? I don't see one from Enphase, just clearance requirements but Im wondering if there is a code about this. Thanks! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada.&

Re: [RE-wrenches] Odd battery charging behavior with Outback inverters

2024-01-12 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
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[RE-wrenches] Schneider Rapid shutdown with 2023 compliance

2024-01-01 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
take care of arc-fault monitoring. Does anyone have any documentation for the MPPT Disconnect RS that doesn't specifically call out (only) NEC 2017 compliant? Or if this is not a good approach and is not reliable, I would appreciate your input as well. Cheers! -- Mac Lewis *"

[RE-wrenches] Small Diesel generator recommendation off-grid

2023-11-04 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hello Wrenches, Can anyone recommend a reliable diesel generator that starts well in the 10-20kW range? Thanks! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here:

Re: [RE-wrenches] Magnum problem

2023-10-31 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Have you checked those little pop out breakers up near the wiring compartment? Have you tried "force bulk"? On Tue, Oct 31, 2023, 10:56 AM Dan Fink via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > I have had issues before with Magnum inverter/chargers not accepting AC > input from

Re: [RE-wrenches] Aging Batteries

2023-10-27 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
m/re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org/ > http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org > > List rules & etiquette: > http://www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm > > Check out or update participant bios: > http://www.members.re-wrenches.org > > -- Mac Lewis

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sol-Ark phantom loads

2023-10-26 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
I had a similar issue once with a Sol-Ark 12k, triple stack. The issue ended up being that the phase relationship got reversed during the installation. AC out and AC in need to be carefully phased out. I don't really understand why, but it's an easy thing to check. Let us know what you find. Goo

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback Radian Generator Charging

2023-10-25 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hi Amos, What input mode are you using? Try switching to "support" mode and see if the charging current increases. On Wed, Oct 25, 2023, 1:24 PM Amos Post via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > Hello wrenches, > > We just installed an GS8048a Radian build with Mate 3SL

Re: [RE-wrenches] 2007 Kohler: Wrenches, can you help with parts or smarts?

2023-10-24 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
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Re: [RE-wrenches] Need a hand with Sunny Island/Sunny boy AC couple

2023-10-22 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
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Re: [RE-wrenches] Sunny Island remote alerts

2023-10-21 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
rg/ > http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org > > List rules & etiquette: > http://www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm > > Check out or update participant bios: > http://www.members.re-wrenches.org > > -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que

[RE-wrenches] Replacement inverters for legacy SunPower mods

2023-10-20 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
to avoid or do these require positive ground to avoid the PID? I appreciate any input, suggestions that you may have. Cheers! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member

Re: [RE-wrenches] Generator question

2023-09-26 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
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Re: [RE-wrenches] Sunny Island/Fortress E-vault

2023-09-16 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
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Re: [RE-wrenches] .5 C charge rate for LiFePO4

2023-08-25 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
ttp://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org > > List rules & etiquette: > http://www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm > > Check out or update participant bios: > http://www.members.re-wrenches.org > > -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé

[RE-wrenches] Generator start trigger limits XW+

2023-07-21 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
module won't allow me to drop the start trigger below 40%. I am wondering if a firmware update will open that range or if I need to replace the AGS. Any suggestions for me? I'll update all firmware but if I can save a trip, that would be great. Thanks! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo so

Re: [RE-wrenches] Inverter On/Off Switch use Outback FX

2023-07-21 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
> Here is the last email I think: > > Mac, > > > I think you've got an elegant solution to the problem. All you need is an > inexpensive relay and to program the Aux output for loadshed. I believe > shutting down the inverter with the remote on/off contacts is actually &g

[RE-wrenches] Service rated tap devices

2023-07-19 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hello Wrenches, Is there any tap devices (piercing or other) that are UL Listed for tapping on the utility side of a main breaker for a solar interconnection? Our AHJ won't allow anything that isn't service rated. Thanks in advance! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé n

[RE-wrenches] Inverter On/Off Switch use Outback FX

2023-07-11 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
re are any known ill effects of doing this with substantial load on the system. Of course, I can use a power relay but this may be better. Thanks for your input! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___ List sponsored by

Re: [RE-wrenches] Parallel Homegrid Stack'd Busbar

2023-06-29 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
en one doesn't work, try the > other: > https://www.mail-archive.com/re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org/ > http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org > > List rules & etiquette: > http://www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm > > Check out or update par

[RE-wrenches] Remote load shedding

2023-06-26 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
re general solutions out there for this. Thanks in advance! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE-wrenches@l

Re: [RE-wrenches] Web based system monitoring via 4GLTE uplink?

2023-06-05 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Mick, I'll vouch that the Victron solution works great. You need a GSM carrier, TMobile works as well as others, AT&T for one. The GSM piece is important, Verizon won't work with this. Another approach is to do a Mifi box with Verizon, then just use it as a wireless hotspot like any WiFi network.

Re: [RE-wrenches] HomeGrid Battery Experience

2023-04-15 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
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[RE-wrenches] Phased out Schneider Electric SCP

2023-04-03 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hello Wrenches, Now that Schneider has phased out SCP, what are the options for a GUI onsite for non-savvy consumers? Thanks! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional m

[RE-wrenches] Backwards compatibility Schneider

2023-03-28 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
ssues/challenges trying to get closed loop communications to work with this set up. If not, how about schneiders battery monitor with Lithium? Thanks! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___ List sponsored by Redwood Allianc

Re: [RE-wrenches] Inverter bypass

2023-03-03 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
t; http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org > > There are two list archives for searching. When one doesn't work, try the > other: > https://www.mail-archive.com/re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org/ > http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] 1000Vdc Combiner Block, Fusing

2023-03-01 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
ti | Evansville | > Indianapolis > > 513-448-5176 (mobile) > > 877-312-7456 (Main Office) > > da...@sesre.com > > > > *From:* RE-wrenches *On > Behalf Of *Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches > *Sent:* Sunday, February 26, 2023 10:54 AM > *To:* RE-wrenches &g

[RE-wrenches] 1000Vdc Combiner Block, Fusing

2023-02-26 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
o the storage inverter. I'd love to find a packaged UL listed combiner for this, but I've had no luck with that. Any suggestions/supplier contacts are appreciated Thanks! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates*

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase ACM to rail mount plate

2023-02-23 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
ar.com > > CA Lic. 773985 > > > > > > *From:* RE-wrenches [mailto:re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] *On > Behalf Of *Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches > *Sent:* Thursday, February 23, 2023 9:56 AM > *To:* RE-wrenches > *Cc:* Mac Lewis > *Subject:* [RE-wrenches] E

[RE-wrenches] Enphase ACM to rail mount plate

2023-02-23 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
deal with). Im sure I can fab up something, but curious if anyone has dealt with this? Or has a good contact at enphase that might be able to help with this unusual request. Thanks in advance! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___

Re: [RE-wrenches] Voltage Rise

2023-02-23 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
dress & settings: > http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org > > There are two list archives for searching. When one doesn't work, try the > other: > https://www.mail-archive.com/re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org/ > http://lists.re-wrenches.org/p

[RE-wrenches] Woodland Park Wrench

2023-02-09 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hello, Are there any wrenches out there that service Woodland Park CO? Please contact me off list. Thanks ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Cha

Re: [RE-wrenches] Remote battery disconnects

2023-01-27 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
ange listserver email address & settings: >> http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org >> >> There are two list archives for searching. When one doesn't work, try the >> other: >> https://www.mail-a

Re: [RE-wrenches] outback FM-100

2023-01-19 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hi Jay, Not sure about the Mate3s but I just got shipping notification for Fm100s from two different vendors. I had given up on them but I think they are out there now. Cheers On Tue, Jan 17, 2023, 2:43 PM William Miller via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > Scott: > >

Re: [RE-wrenches] SMA SB-41 without WLAN

2023-01-19 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
com/re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org/ > http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org > > List rules & etiquette: > http://www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm > > Check out or update participant bios: > http://www.members.re-wrenches.org > > -- M

Re: [RE-wrenches] Low Frequency transformer off-grid inverter options

2023-01-14 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
e capacity >>> >>> I would consider what web based monitoring system he wants and go with >>> that platform. >>> >>> Regardless of system I'd install soft start/vfd on the larger units. >>> Just easier on everything. >>> >>>

Re: [RE-wrenches] Low Frequency transformer off-grid inverter options

2023-01-13 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
gt; > Larry Crutcher > Starlight Solar Power Systems > > > > On Jan 13, 2023, at 11:33 AM, Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches < > re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > > Hello Wrenches, > > I have a new client that has ran a pretty decent wood shop for about 10 &g

[RE-wrenches] Low Frequency transformer off-grid inverter options

2023-01-13 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
ck vfxr are a good choice. Is it as simple as saying if the Magnum can start this load, the Radian should? I appreciate your input! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional membe

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sola-ark cold morning

2022-12-04 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org > > Change listserver email address & settings: > http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org > > There are two list archives for searching. When one doesn't work, try the > other: > https://www.mail-a

Re: [RE-wrenches] Low voltage lithiums

2022-11-19 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hi Kris, When the BMS suddenly blocks charge, the voltage will spike up if the charger can't respond quickly enough. You may try to decrease charge voltage slightly. This same affect can cook an alternator in a vehicle as well. Higher end BMS systems can shunt current to mediate this. Good luc

[RE-wrenches] Sonnen tech support

2022-11-11 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hello Wrenches, Does anyone know a good contact for Sonnen customer support? I've tried online, calling etc with no response after many attempts. Not impressed! Thanks in advance -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* _

[RE-wrenches] partial data loss Mate 3s

2022-10-25 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
uction. Anyone seen anything like this? Same parameters were lost from first data loss to following data loss. Kind of strange. I haven't visited the site so I may not b getting the full picture. Thanks -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé q

[RE-wrenches] Complying with 690.9(B)

2022-10-05 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
am looking closely at the MNPV6-250 DISCO but again, the 300Vdc breakers that come with this are listed to DC branch circuit protection (UL 489A, IEC / EN 60947-2) not necessarily calling out PV specifically. Any input is appreciated! Thanks -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé n

Re: [RE-wrenches] sol ark reliability question

2022-09-29 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
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Re: [RE-wrenches] sol ark 12kw question

2022-09-10 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
t rules & etiquette: > http://www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm > > Check out or update participant bios: > http://www.members.re-wrenches.org > > -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___ List sponsore

[RE-wrenches] Large current battery combiners, UL Listing

2022-09-08 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
things? Do I need to increase battery voltage design? I have gotten a custom busbar fabricated by Storm Power rated for about 2kA before, but I'd love to have a UL Listed solution for large battery combining. Any suggestions are appreciated. Thanks! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que

[RE-wrenches] 3 phase off-grid UL listed

2022-09-08 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hello Wrenches, What inverter options are there for 3 phase, UL listed, off-grid inverter systems in the 30kW+ category? It's been quite a while since I dove into this... Thanks! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* _

Re: [RE-wrenches] Do Sunny Islands and Fortress batteries play well together?

2022-09-02 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hi Howie, I haven't done a Fortress paired with a Sunny Island, but I have done a large Blue Ion battery bank work a quad stack of Sunny Islands. You can use the Namaka box to aggregate battery bank data and select "external Li-ion BMS" and it will convey state of charge to the Sunny Island. Se

Re: [RE-wrenches] Current Transformers (CTs) paralleled for multiple panel measure?

2022-08-12 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hi Scott, I asked Sol-Ark about this a while ago. The Sol-Ark cannot handle the increase in current on the pins of the CT input (even though it's quite small). However, my info could be out-dated. Maybe you could source a CT with 1/2 the output ratio and make it work? Let us know if you find a g

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase Max Distance

2022-07-26 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
t; > On Jul 25, 2022, at 11:08 PM, Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches < > re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > > I don't know your specific circumstance but the cellular modem option > works really well for monitoring only. There are also many point to point > networking sys

Re: [RE-wrenches] Enphase Max Distance

2022-07-25 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
I don't know your specific circumstance but the cellular modem option works really well for monitoring only. There are also many point to point networking systems that are solid and fairly easy to set up if you can do line of sight. Thanks! On Mon, Jul 25, 2022, 1:29 PM Nick Soleil via RE-wrenc

Re: [RE-wrenches] LiPO with Trace SW5548

2022-07-13 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
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[RE-wrenches] Small Industrial Propane Generators

2022-06-29 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
Hello Wrenches, Does anyone have a recommendation for a small, industrial propane generator? Something rated for prime power with reliable starting. I need it in the 12-20kW range. Hard to find them this small. Thanks in advance -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada."

[RE-wrenches] Removing paint from solar modules

2022-04-15 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
? Thanks! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email address

[RE-wrenches] Enphase IQ8 systems

2022-04-13 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
se systems performing in the field? Thanks as always! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sol-Ark install

2022-04-13 Thread Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches
lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org > > There are two list archives for searching. When one doesn't work, try the > other: > https://www.mail-archive.com/re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org/ > http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org

Re: [RE-wrenches] grundfos cu200 failure?

2022-02-25 Thread Mac Lewis
’s not. >> >> I’ve just never seen this failure mode before. >> >> Jay >> >> >> >> On Feb 24, 2022, at 8:48 PM, Mac Lewis wrote: >> >>  >> Hi Jay, >> >> Have you ruled out a problem with the float switch/wiring? >> >> On

Re: [RE-wrenches] grundfos cu200 failure?

2022-02-24 Thread Mac Lewis
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Re: [RE-wrenches] Mate3s hangups

2022-02-18 Thread Mac Lewis
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Re: [RE-wrenches] SolarEdge Monitoring Access

2022-02-07 Thread Mac Lewis
-wrenches.org > > List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org > > Change listserver email address & settings: > http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org > > There are two list archives for searching. When one doesn't work, try the

Re: [RE-wrenches] Ble Planet 8kWh solved, and Namaka

2022-02-01 Thread Mac Lewis
wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org > > Change listserver email address & settings: > http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org > > There are two list archives for searching. When one doesn't work, try the > other: > https://www.ma

Re: [RE-wrenches] burnt wire

2022-01-31 Thread Mac Lewis
Yes, this is a loose connection coupled with no way to detect and respond to the Arc fault. It doesn't have to be loose on that conductor on a common bus, any bad connection can build up heat and melt conductors. Scary! On Mon, Jan 31, 2022, 6:51 PM Dave Tedeyan wrote: > Hi All, > > I was tr

Re: [RE-wrenches] 24v to 48v upgrade help

2022-01-26 Thread Mac Lewis
Hi Aaron, You can do DC to DC buck converters, but I would suggest cheap and efficient 24V, AC power supplies. It's easy to have some spares around and they can be very reliable. On Wed, Jan 26, 2022, 5:16 PM Aaron Mandelkorn wrote: > Wrenches, > > I have a customer with a very old 24v off g

Re: [RE-wrenches] FM80 failures due to arc faults

2022-01-26 Thread Mac Lewis
one doesn't work, try the > other: > https://www.mail-archive.com/re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org/ > http://lists.re-wrenches.org/pipermail/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org > > List rules & etiquette: > http://www.re-wrenches.org/etiquette.htm > > Check out or update partici

Re: [RE-wrenches] Silent FM100

2022-01-25 Thread Mac Lewis
g to see some more Classic failures as well however most of > them are much older than the Outbacks and Midnite’s RMA process takes less > than 1/4 of the time it takes to deal with Outback (though they are getting > better it seems). > > Best of luck with the effort Mac! Nick >

[RE-wrenches] Silent FM100

2022-01-25 Thread Mac Lewis
? I am trying to avoid a long snowcat ride! Thanks -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wr

Re: [RE-wrenches] Conext XW+ 5548 fan replacement

2022-01-24 Thread Mac Lewis
I think this is it: AD1212HB-A71GL, from Adda corporation On Tue, Jan 11, 2022, 12:35 PM Dave Tedeyan wrote: > Hi all, > > Does anyone have a source where you can get a replacement fan for the > Conext XW+ inverters? I just talked to Schneider and since this inverter is > just out of warranty, t

[RE-wrenches] Radian Glitch

2022-01-13 Thread Mac Lewis
mware on the Mate3s is up to date. Any ideas? Thanks in advance -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wrenches.org List Address: RE-wr

[RE-wrenches] Imax disturbance Error

2022-01-09 Thread Mac Lewis
as to what may be going on? Anything that I can do that may not require replacement? Very tough communicating to SMA while on site and of course, this always happens on Friday night. Thanks! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* _

Re: [RE-wrenches] BP HI / Namaka with Sol-ark inverters

2022-01-06 Thread Mac Lewis
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Re: [RE-wrenches] BP HI / Namaka with Sol-ark inverters

2022-01-05 Thread Mac Lewis
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Re: [RE-wrenches] ballasted ground mounts residential scale

2021-12-29 Thread Mac Lewis
Hi Jerry, We are located in Western Colorado, Eastern Utah. Thanks On Wed, Dec 29, 2021, 3:22 PM Jerry Shafer wrote: > Where are you located > Jerry > > On Tue, Dec 28, 2021, 3:31 PM Mac Lewis wrote: > >> Hello Wrenches, >> >> Can anyone recommend a ballas

Re: [RE-wrenches] ballasted ground mounts residential scale

2021-12-29 Thread Mac Lewis
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[RE-wrenches] ballasted ground mounts residential scale

2021-12-28 Thread Mac Lewis
Hello Wrenches, Can anyone recommend a ballasted ground mount solution that is offered on a residential scale? Below 10kW typically. Thanks in advance! -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___ List sponsored by Redwoo

Re: [RE-wrenches] Blue planet energy wants confidential client data

2021-12-23 Thread Mac Lewis
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[RE-wrenches] SMA arc faults

2021-12-18 Thread Mac Lewis
that are effective at keeping this from happening? All connections are good and tight and triple checked. Anyway to remotely clear these faults? Thanks -- Mac Lewis *"Yo solo sé que no sé nada." -Sócrates* ___ List sponsored by Redwood All

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