Re: [RE-wrenches] 48 VDC Control fusing

2020-02-28 Thread Jeff Clearwater
Hi Drake, Some in-line glass fuses and holders are not rated for 48 VDC.  The midnite 1 Amp breaker is an good option like Ray said but sometimes I prefer to use a fuse so it doesn't get accidentally shut off or so I can bury it behind a panel so the customer doesn't have too easy access. So

Re: [RE-wrenches] 48 VDC Control fusing

2020-02-28 Thread Starlight Solar Power Systems
Hi Drake, Perhaps this fuse holder will work if you want to stay with glass envelope: https://www.waytekwire.com/item/46069/Littelfuse-3031-0-In-Line-Fuse-Holder/ We mostly use panel mount breakers for small loads: https://www.alliedelec.com/circuit-protection/circuit-breakers/?category=2%7C251

Re: [RE-wrenches] 48 VDC Control fusing

2020-02-28 Thread Ray
We still use inline fuses ordered online, but Midnite Solar carries a whole line of DC rated breakers that go down to 1 amp. Ray Walters Remote Solar 303 505-8760 On 2/28/20 1:35 PM, Glenn Burt wrote: I continue to find inline, terminal strips and glass fuses at my local automotive store. -G

Re: [RE-wrenches] Offgrid Generators?

2020-02-28 Thread Ray
Some of the issues have been Generac not providing a simple wiring schematic, nor simply labeling the 2 start wires.  2nd is requiring either internet connection or a call in to get the start code.  Both have been very problematic in remote locations with no phone service.  Totally unnecessary.

Re: [RE-wrenches] 48 VDC Control fusing

2020-02-28 Thread Glenn Burt
I continue to find inline, terminal strips and glass fuses at my local automotive store. -GlennSent from my 'smart'phone, so please excuse typos and spelling errors.-- Original message--From: drake.chamberlin@redwoodalliance.orgDate: Fri, Feb 28, 2020 2:58 PMTo: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wre

[RE-wrenches] 48 VDC Control fusing

2020-02-28 Thread drake . chamberlin
Hello Wrenches, It seems that inline fuse holders and glass fuses are becoming hard to find. What is a good way to protect 48 V DC control and instrumentation wires? Thank you, Drake -- ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wren

Re: [RE-wrenches] Offgrid Generators?

2020-02-28 Thread Jay
2 other small options are, marine generators and RV/truck APU generators. Jay Peltz power. > On Feb 28, 2020, at 7:05 AM, Chris Mason wrote: > >  > Generac also has a nice 15KW Diesel Protector unit, that'll keep the lights > on very nicely, is relatively inexpensive and I haven't heard any

Re: [RE-wrenches] Offgrid Generators?

2020-02-28 Thread Chris Mason
Generac also has a nice 15KW Diesel Protector unit, that'll keep the lights on very nicely, is relatively inexpensive and I haven't heard any complaints about them failing. We had one Protector Diesel with a failed fuel pump solenoid but I changed it out under warranty and there hasn't been any oth

Re: [RE-wrenches] Offgrid Generators?

2020-02-28 Thread Chris Mason
William, Generac has a structure where box stores like HD and Lowes sell the residential generators and arrange local certified dealers to perform the installation, warranty and service work. The dealers are not real fond of it but Generac can't get to be the largest brand relying on dealers for sa

Re: [RE-wrenches] Offgrid Generators?

2020-02-28 Thread Chris Mason
Ray, I'm a Generac dealer. Why are you having support problems? Generac has a large dealer network, if the unit is under warranty you should have no problem getting it fixed. Did you buy through a dealer and have them install it? Why are the services expensive? What failures are you seeing? There