Re: [RE-wrenches] Xantrex XW6048 HOT!

2024-06-13 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
120. https://solar.se.com/us/en/discontinued-products/ Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-06-13 2:22 pm, Jason Szumlanski via RE-wrenches wrote: Yes, I checked th

Re: [RE-wrenches] Xantrex XW6048 HOT!

2024-06-13 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Disco 250A breaker on bad XW and remove its xanbus RJ45. Assume the bad one is not the master? Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-06-13 8:01 am, Jason Szumlan

Re: [RE-wrenches] Xantrex XW6048 HOT!

2024-06-13 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
killing electronics and the need of cooling down your way. Good Luck! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-06-13 8:26 am, Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenc

Re: [RE-wrenches] Two Outback Radian 8048 fails in same week..what is likely wrong in 7+ year inverters?

2024-06-10 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
on the Arrhenius equation, which can be used to compare damage that accumulates over time at different temperatures. In troubleshooting a very rare failure in XW that sounds like yours, look for little black chunks of Mosfet chips in the power section. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sol-Ark Support

2024-06-05 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
it is no longer a conspiracy?  Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [3] [2] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-06-05 11:13 am, Lloyd Hoffstatter via RE-wrenches wrote: Hi Howie, Text from FB user Scott

Re: [RE-wrenches] How many times can a rafter have a lag screw put in and out before it is no longer structurally sound? Some roofs getting their 3rd set of new shingles

2024-05-30 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Scott, For liability you might want a before and after inspection by a really top inspector that you trust. I would also ask your insurance for guidance. My insurance is always telling me that going out of business is the typical last straw for roofers. Build a solar pergola Dave

Re: [RE-wrenches] Simpliphi Phi 3.8 48V Case Color

2024-05-29 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
All I can add is get the closed loop version with electronics that can interface. It is a huge improvement over open loop. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-05-

Re: [RE-wrenches] NOS SMA-41

2024-05-28 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
John, Just an FYI, the new SBSE inverters are available in the up to 7.7kw models. I believe the SPS is possible with them right now, but the more involved backup options are not yet available. Cheers, Dave On Tue, May 28, 2024 at 1:50 PM John Blittersdorf via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists

Re: [RE-wrenches] Discover AES exposion

2024-05-28 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Hey Michael, I heard that it was a pretty small shed, can you comment on that please. Good luck on the trouble shooting. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-05-

Re: [RE-wrenches] Water system with Grundfos SQFlex

2024-05-26 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Hey Brad, Sometimes shooting is best if you tell more on what you have done so far like using the SQF shooting guide, especially on a holiday weekend Assume there is a CU200 controller and pump is in ground still, must be with 100ft head, sorry No high amps? It runs, How old? --Dave Dave

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback Tech Support

2024-05-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-05-24 3:58 pm, jay via RE-wrenches wrote: Hi Drake, What it says to me is that they either fired everyone or said move to

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback Tech Support

2024-05-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
and an address in Isreal right now, beware! I know very little about roof mounted electronics because I do not go on roofs. I totally get it that most here do. I still have my rights I think! FRIDAY ! Stay Safe ! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't"

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

2024-05-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Well to me the final, final straw is their stock price losing 2/3 its value in a year. I tell all of my clients if you ever have to do roof solar, you should use a central inverter and not ever put electronics on a roof. Bad enough to put solar panels up there! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] Primo with tigos Arc fault issue

2024-05-24 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
This winter we were fixing up a system with a fronius primo inverter and adding rapid shutdown. Fronius very much recommended against using Tigo. They recommended we use Fire Raptors. They have been working fine. Cheers, Dave On Thu, May 23, 2024, 8:27 PM Chris Sparadeo via RE-wrenches <

Re: [RE-wrenches] Optics

2024-05-21 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
by vincjwan [14] » Mon May 20, 2024 10:49 pm it's back online but without Graph and historic data Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [5]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [6] [5] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-05-21 7:32 am, Todd C

Re: [RE-wrenches] Optics

2024-05-21 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Anyone who fixes Outback's inability to run closed loop would be great. I think I have seen Outback claim it was coming soon for 5 years now. Hopefully they can get Optics up soon for my 3 clients. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [8]https://offgridsola

Re: [RE-wrenches] Outback:

2024-05-20 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
conspiracy thread going if it is a slow Monday. https://forum.outbackpower.com/viewtopic.php?t=18704=25 Good info also on using WattPlott earlier in the thread. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [3] [2] e-mail offgridso...@sti.ne

Re: [RE-wrenches] Optics

2024-05-19 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
inventory. Repair by scavenging was the only way. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 Links: -- [1] http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ [2] https://offgrid

Re: [RE-wrenches] Optics

2024-05-19 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
on is an understatement. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [3]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [4] [3] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-05-19 10:51 am, Lou Russo via RE-wrenches wrote: I started poking through EnerSys's (The most recent owner

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress Avalon

2024-05-15 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
failures of the LG hi voltage batteries. There is no way to replace the battery without waiting for Fortress to help. With 48v, I can go to Costco or Walmart and build a temporary 48v bank in 3 hours. Pretty simple requirement that I have. Especially in this world! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress Avalon

2024-05-14 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Huge mistake to me to use high voltage battery. I am biased for offgrid. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-05-14 5:28 pm, Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches wrote: Hell

Re: [RE-wrenches] Discover Xanbus SOC jumpy

2024-05-03 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
You probably checked historical events and analysis below. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-05-03 10:30 am, Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches wro

Re: [RE-wrenches] Discover Xanbus SOC jumpy

2024-05-03 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Kent, Battery monitor is internal to 6650 battery. No bat mon! Probably as you said the xanbus comms need a look as Mac said. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-0

Re: [RE-wrenches] Discover AES explosion!

2024-05-03 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
The 6650 definitely meets all the UL's, ETLs, and UN's. Probably the first one to do this and since Michael said that it is a first for Discover, the jury is out until an FA is complete. Good points by you Larry, but not valid for many thousands of Discover AES 6650s. Dave Angelini Offgrid

Re: [RE-wrenches] Discover AES explosion!

2024-05-03 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Never heard of one with LFP. The cobalt and Magnesium Lions are definitely out there. Was this a 6650 model Michael? Going to be fun times doing a failure analysis on this one. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail

Re: [RE-wrenches] Discover Xanbus SOC jumpy

2024-05-03 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Which model? Do you see the same dips in voltage? Probably yes. Are all the batts the same firmware? The AES dashboard can be useful for finding a differing module. No I have not seen this and only have had one bad battery that was replaced by AES. Yes check all wiring. Good Luck! Dave

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

2024-04-26 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
rning). Also, frustrating, is that these batteries want a 2mV per cell temp compensation. But the Radian can only do 5mV per cell. So on these cold mornings, the Radian is probably overcompensating for the cold temperatures. Cheers, Dave On Fri, Apr 26, 2024 at 7:45 AM Mac Lewis via RE-wrenches

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

2024-04-25 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
setpoints and a non-temperature compensated voltage for the other one? Thanks! -Dave On Wed, Apr 24, 2024, 3:33 PM Dave Tedeyan wrote: > Maverick and Steve, > > Thank you much for pointing me in the right direction here. I was looking > at the Radian setting and not the Mate3S settings.

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW Pro Firmware 2.04 melting devices

2024-04-25 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
To be fare, Schneider does tell you to follow the commissioning guide. It should be in the firmware though and should be a warning. It is only an issue with older XWP BTW. Let us know what you end up doing Kevin please. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't"

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW Pro Firmware 2.04 melting devices

2024-04-25 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
, like Eric to just have an offgrid FW as a choice Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-04-25 11:18 am, Michael Morningstar via RE-wrenches wrote: Go back to V1

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

2024-04-24 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
not matter in this case whether the batteries get recharged by the grid or from the AC coupled solar. Cheers, Dave On Tue, Apr 23, 2024 at 5:25 PM Steve Higgins via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > Yes, Grid Zero would work, but the customer wouldn't be sell

Re: [RE-wrenches] 120 Vac and 12Vdc mixed distribution system

2024-04-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
. If you know the person that is the way to keep you and your loved ones safe. Money does talk sometimes and the lack can of it can be a warning. Also as mentioned, these types of situations, are what gets my accountant telling me if you do not charge enough, no one will listen to your advice. Dave

Re: [RE-wrenches] 120 Vac and 12Vdc mixed distribution system

2024-04-23 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Not being helpful but I walk away from these. It will come back to you. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-04-23 2:40 pm, Jason Szumlanski via RE-wrenches wrot

Re: [RE-wrenches] speaking of batteries

2024-04-23 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
to think about this. A good battery system will know and log this also for warranty. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-04-23 2:03 pm, jay via RE-wrenches wrote

[RE-wrenches] Grid-Tied Radian Force Discharge

2024-04-23 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
this would be automatic, and not require the customer to go through the grid breaker every once in a while. It seems that from the manual, I need to keep the Radian in Grid Tie mode in order for it to be able to sell excess PV back to the grid. Any ideas? Thanks! -Dave -- [image: Logo] <ht

Re: [RE-wrenches] Midnite new inverter

2024-04-11 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
of inverter) was it had trouble starting a fire pump that was 120vac. it also had trouble with large 120vac air compressors. Even worse, not only did it have trouble starting the load, it shut down the inverter. I would not want that for sure it the fire was raging up the hill. Dave Angelini Offgrid

Re: [RE-wrenches] Mate3s error vs. event log

2024-04-03 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
that need this. You would have to have optics working. Below is a video on how to do this with a Samsung tablet from Eric Bentsen. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VuGcZafueic=280s Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail

Re: [RE-wrenches] AEE closing down operations

2024-03-28 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
For me, it was changing policy to not taking my clients credit card with pre-approval and not taking their check after it cleared their bank. Too many choices out there. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sol-Ark 15K AC Output

2024-03-26 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
for 1.25 * available amps, since it could be continuous. So you might be able to get away with 62.5 * 4 * 1.25 = 313A rated conductors. Cheers, Dave On Tue, Mar 26, 2024 at 5:28 PM Jason Szumlanski via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > I am going to have a q

Re: [RE-wrenches] Evaluating battery health

2024-03-11 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
13.8V to about 12.8V, I found one that dropped to 11V. There was also another that dropped to about 12.3. So, those two batteries seem suspect to me. This is not a perfect method, but seemed to quickly identify a couple batteries with issues. Cheers, Dave On Sat, Mar 9, 2024 at 3:01 PM William

Re: [RE-wrenches] Insurance for solar design and inspections

2024-03-11 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
be far less expensive and this all came up around an inspection that I was planning on doing. Cheers, Dave On Mon, Mar 11, 2024 at 8:21 AM Christopher Warfel via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > I have carried E for much less. I think the recommendation to shop

[RE-wrenches] Insurance for solar design and inspections

2024-03-10 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
t putting ungrounded fears in our head? Thanks for your thoughts. Cheers, Dave -- [image: Logo] <https://www.sungineersolar.com/> Dave Tedeyan, P.E. Owner | Sungineer Solar p: he | him | his a: 1653 Slaterville Rd. | Ithaca, NY 14850 w: www.sungineersolar.com <http://www.sungineer

Re: [RE-wrenches] TPM Search

2024-03-08 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Spendy for the right client, Jeff and Kyle still support/sell the best trackers out there. https://www.wattsun.com/ Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [3] [2] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-03-08 3:2

Re: [RE-wrenches] TPM Search

2024-03-08 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
Another one out there that is worth looking at is MT Solar. Cheers, Dave On Fri, Mar 8, 2024, 5:51 PM Kent via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > Jeremy, > > I think the Solar RacksWorks TPMs are virtually identical to the DPW TPMs. > My go to TPM is G

Re: [RE-wrenches] Schneider CSW4048 / Lithium DD5300

2024-03-06 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
an external battery mon and shunt. Ouch ! Sorry about that. Going to be a project! With an AES : 42-48-3000, 42-48-6650 it is just plugging in xanbus and you are done. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@st

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

2024-03-02 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
. Not sure why an Inverter make would not want to do this but... https://discoverbattery.com/s4x_files/resources/des-lynk-2-sma-manual.pdf Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [4] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060

[RE-wrenches] Anyone in the Maryland region want lots of used solar panels?

2024-03-01 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
that would want to have these older panels and actually use them for installation. These are in the Maryland region, but would be happy to have any contacts. -- [image: Logo] <https://www.sungineersolar.com/> Dave Tedeyan, P.E. Owner | Sungineer Solar p: he | him | his a: 1653 Slatervi

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

2024-03-01 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
-batteries/aes-rackmount Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-03-01 4:43 pm, Glenn Burt via RE-wrenches wrote: I recently went through this wxwrcise with an old custom

Re: [RE-wrenches] Non-battery string inverter options?

2024-02-22 Thread Dave Lee via RE-wrenches
Try YouLoveSolar.Com in Nor Cal. I buy her refurbs to solve positive grounded system swaps Dave *** Dave Lee, General Manager ROAM Solar, Inc. CSLB# 137 650-504-5680 (office), 650-701-3070 (sales) NABCEP Certified PV Installation

Re: [RE-wrenches] EG4 Equipment

2024-02-20 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
You should start a new thread and not use this one. You will get more response! Good Luck! --- Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-02-20 9:42 am, Tom McCalm

Re: [RE-wrenches] EG4 Equipment

2024-02-20 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
The LG charger probably generates the Heartbeat signal you need to fool the contactor to be on for charging. I Think! My experience is with the 48V RESU 10 and not the RESU 10H that is a 400vdc battery. There were a few people on here with 10H so hang on. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] EG4 Equipment

2024-02-20 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Schneider on closing the loop with EG4. Thanks for the feedback Dave. I visited Signature last year to offer training. The EG4 is available in the dropdown menu for BMS Setup in v1.18 InsightLocal firmware. Integration with XW Pro has worked well from what I have seen. Eric Eric Bentsen Auburn,

Re: [RE-wrenches] EG4 Equipment

2024-02-17 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Surrette and Full river AGM's Been berry berry good to me! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-02-17 9:43 am, Drake Chamberlin via RE-wrenches wrote: I fully agre

Re: [RE-wrenches] EG4 Equipment

2024-02-16 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
with LG back in 2017 and it still is working fine. https://discoverlithium.com/products/lithium-batteries/aes-rackmount Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-02-

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress

2024-02-15 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
. But this was a problem here in upstate NY, where we did not have a sunny enough day in the entire month of January. Cheers, Dave On Thu, Feb 15, 2024 at 12:30 PM Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches wrote: > So this is all open loop with outback correct? I can't even get into > Simplyphi. w

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress

2024-02-15 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
soon), Schneider Electric (coming soon) A question, it looks like Outback is not closed loop with any battery company. I hope I am wrong! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [3] [2] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 006

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress

2024-02-15 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
these batteries, the cables are exactly the same length and going to a bus bar. Has anyone else noticed this discrepancy between the guardian app and (what I think is) reality with the SOC? Cheers, Dave On Thu, Feb 15, 2024 at 8:52 AM Jay via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote:

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress

2024-02-14 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
was upset and replaced with Discover AES 42-48-6650. There was zero configuration to do which surprised the installer. Worked fine closed loop from the start. I do not like to be negative about companies in North America and I still think Fortress could have fixed this with more time. Dave

Re: [RE-wrenches] Temperature coefficient versus Power

2024-01-30 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
little to say about the current crop of modules. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-01-30 6:02 am, Jason Szumlanski via RE-wrenches wrote: I'm having a hard ti

Re: [RE-wrenches] SMA String inverters

2024-01-10 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Hi August, I was told Tesla has LFP battery now. True? Thanks ! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [3]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [4] [3] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2024-01-10 3:25 pm, August Goers via RE-wrenches wrote: We'r

Re: [RE-wrenches] SMA String inverters

2024-01-09 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
and the better backup options will not be available until likely this summer. Its been tough for string inverters here recently, but I am hoping these new Sunny Boy's are good. Cheers, Dave On Mon, Jan 8, 2024 at 7:20 PM AE Solar via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > W

Re: [RE-wrenches] Schneider Rapid shutdown with 2023 compliance

2024-01-02 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
You said that very nicely Kevin ! If this were for offgrid, I would make the inspector happy and do even more than Kevin suggests after he is gone.  Link to RS shutdown https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wMoVXq4m1wk=10s Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't"

Re: [RE-wrenches] OpticsRE

2023-12-18 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Did you try it on another ISP? I sometimes hear this about Schneider Insight and it never is down. It always is the ISP or cell. Good Luck Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 20

Re: [RE-wrenches] SMA TL-22 insulation resistance error

2023-12-13 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
Just an FYI, it is specifically an "insulation resistance" error that the inverter is throwing, and not an "arc fault" error. Fortunately it is not an arc fault. Meggering is not a bad idea, although due to the fact that the fault is intermittent, that might not show any

[RE-wrenches] SMA TL-22 insulation resistance error

2023-12-13 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
on this one, ideally, I would know that replacing the DC wires will fix it. So I am curious if people have done this, to still find that the issue was something internal to the inverter. Thanks! -Dave -- [image: Logo] <https://www.sungineersolar.com/> Dave Tedeyan, P.E. Owner | Sungineer Solar

Re: [RE-wrenches] Grid Tied Inverter back feed to Generator

2023-12-01 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Picture tells one alot also. You can't have 2 or more sources without isolation, batteries or not. Cheers! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2023-12-01 4:16 pm, Je

Re: [RE-wrenches] Grid Tied Inverter back feed to Generator

2023-12-01 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
, then the excess energy feeds back to the generator and can break things. In other words, move the solar interconnection to the line side of the transfer switch so that there is no chance of the generator and solar "seeing" each other. Cheers, Dave On Thu, Nov 30, 2023 at 8:20 PM Jeremy Rodrig

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress remote monitoring

2023-11-30 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
t has been easy to get a hold of. Cheers, Dave On Thu, Nov 30, 2023 at 12:04 PM Kirk Herander wrote: > Yeah, I tried that site the other day, my browser gave me warning > messages, so I left it alone. So that site will be online access to the > Guardian gateway data? I wonder if thats tr

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fortress remote monitoring

2023-11-30 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
, Dave On Thu, Nov 30, 2023 at 11:25 AM Kirk Herander via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > Hello, > > I installed an Evault 18.5 with Envy 8kw inverter the other day. I'm > wondering if there is any way to actually monitor / download system data > fr

Re: [RE-wrenches] Cable sizing for high current modules? NEC interpretation/guidance?

2023-11-10 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
Mine was a roof mount. We had very few SolarWorld projects. In fact, this might be our only one. On Fri, Nov 10, 2023, 8:10 AM Chris Schaefer via RE-wrenches < re-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org> wrote: > I'd be curious to know of the connector failures y'all have experienced, > were the majority

Re: [RE-wrenches] Cable sizing for high current modules? NEC interpretation/guidance?

2023-11-09 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
with Solarworld, but we did go and replace the module connectors with MC4 on every module. Ray, I am curious whether you were able to get any help from SolarWorld, or whether you had to take it upon yourself to fix it. Cheers, Dave On Thu, Nov 9, 2023 at 6:58 PM Brian Mehalic via RE-wrenches <

Re: [RE-wrenches] Big Ag water

2023-11-08 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
it. It is not an easy thing to do if someone is not living there. Most Ag run big gensets if no grid is available. If you can add the grid, it will improve the property for the owner. Not sure about that in California anymore. Happy Hour ! Good luck ! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go

Re: [RE-wrenches] Wattnode AC Coupling Monitoring on Insight Cloud

2023-10-26 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
quot;successful" to "modified", re-apply it, or leave it alone. * After changing or applying BMS setup, refreshing configuration is required to make the UI configuration match device value. * AC coupled power flow on InsightCloud & InsightMobile will be coming soon. Dave A

Re: [RE-wrenches] Off Grid, Cloudy Days, Solar Tilt Question

2023-10-25 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
on a genset. Super large arrays in your area will help give you more days/hours before you need the iron genoa. You have to decide if it is worth the money. The home has to have the ability to shed some loads also. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://off

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW Drop in replacement inverter

2023-10-25 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
On the latest firmware V1.18 both AC1 and AC2 have the same wide frequency and voltage choices. This is for watt-node in a self consumption grid mode and also for adding AC coupling to show up on conext insight on or offgrid. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't&q

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW Drop in replacement inverter

2023-10-25 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Not getting this Kevin, AC2 has always been the generator input as it allows wider frequency and voltage settings for drifting gensets. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 006

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW Drop in replacement inverter

2023-10-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
different LFP battery systems and new grid features. There is one LFP battery Discover AES that all settings are hard written and read by connecting one xanbus network cable. https://solar.se.com/us/en/xw-pro-commissioning-guide/ Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines

Re: [RE-wrenches] Schneider Tech Support

2023-10-24 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Some of you folks are using really old Phone info.The number changed almost 3 years ago I believe. 1 833 391 8640 5 am to 8 pm Pacific time Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 20

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

2023-10-23 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
not jump the transfer relay into the inverter electronics! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [3] [2] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2023-10-23 10:05 am, Mick Abraham via RE-wrenches wrote: Me again, Mech

Re: [RE-wrenches] Cleaning PV mods

2023-10-23 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Definitely heard stories and have seen a few insurance claims for cracked glass. I have had clients send me pictures of "solar" guys walking on the panels on their roof. I guess it is OK to do this if you change your business name every 5 years Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar &q

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW Pro failures

2023-10-14 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
of your argument. There always are 2 sides.  https://solar.se.com/us/en/xw-pro-commissioning-guide/ Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [3] [2] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2023-10-13 9:47 pm, Kevin Pegg via R

Re: [RE-wrenches] XW Pro failures

2023-10-13 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
your back still. If you troubleshoot xw and find it is the power bridge PCB, I see them available on Ebay. Schneider has not provided parts for out of warranty devices for 10 years now. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2]

Re: [RE-wrenches] Nuance ground racking

2023-10-12 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
rated power than some of the corded drills out there. I think the concern will be if the batteries will last long enough for what we need. Although if I end up with 3 batteries and two chargers, hopefully we will not have to wait for batteries to charge. Cheers, Dave On Thu, Oct 12, 2023 at 6:10 AM

Re: [RE-wrenches] Well pump with Sol-Ark

2023-10-11 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
won't get this with a Franklin and Jbox. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2023-10-11 12:13 pm, Darryl Thayer via RE-wrenches wrote: I have off grid customers where I

Re: [RE-wrenches] Well pump with Sol-Ark

2023-10-11 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
work with any inverter built for offgrid. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [3]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [4] [3] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2023-10-11 7:26 am, Glenn Burt via RE-wrenches wrote: Based on the youtube video of the

Re: [RE-wrenches] Nuance ground racking

2023-10-09 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Interesting and the closest I have done to this is a ballast mount. I will say I have broken quite a few cordless drills and killed Lithium batteries with big torque. My vote is a genset/ extension cord. Good Luck! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't"

[RE-wrenches] Nuance ground racking

2023-10-09 Thread Dave Tedeyan via RE-wrenches
ammer The cordless drill is tempting because I already have a bunch of DeWalt equipment, and it would be nice to avoid needing a generator or some very long extension cords. Thanks! -Dave -- [image: Logo] <https://www.sungineersolar.com/> Dave Tedeyan, P.E. Owner | Sungineer Solar p: he

Re: [RE-wrenches] Schneider BTS

2023-10-05 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
They do come in the XWP box. You can contact me off list for one. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [3] [2] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2023-10-05 9:46 am, Chris Schaefer via RE-wrenches wrote:

Re: [RE-wrenches] Dab Esybox Mini 3 pump

2023-09-30 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
if the input water has sediment. Grundfos is a pain but they are there and will help for 2 years. Home Depot will give your money back if you use their CC for a year. All ears on this one! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/

Re: [RE-wrenches] Propane range options for off-grid?

2023-09-26 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Happiness is a great stove! Can I get the Viking model number Dana. Please PM or Wrench it! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2023-09-26 4:16 pm, Dana Orzel via R

Re: [RE-wrenches] Propane range options for off-grid?

2023-09-26 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
. It avoids the need of service in the dead of winter offgrid. It would be a fantasy to have good appliance service where many of my people live. Good Luck! Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [3] [2] e-mail offgridso...@sti.ne

Re: [RE-wrenches] Generator question

2023-09-25 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
I would trigger genset on Soc. Is that what you are doing? Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [3] [2] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2023-09-25 9:20 am, Chris Daum via RE-wrenches wrote: Hi folks

Re: [RE-wrenches] Power conditioner for Trace inverter

2023-09-08 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
I would do a load test on the inverter. It may have a damaged FET or two. They do not last forever! Good Luck Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [3] [2] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2023-09-08 12:30

Re: [RE-wrenches] Iron Edison Lithiums

2023-08-30 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Iron Edison or the MFG company in China? Just curious as I have a few clients with their LFP and they are concerned. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [3] [2] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2023-08-3

Re: [RE-wrenches] Iron Edison Lithiums

2023-08-30 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
long enough for the epoxy to cure. The final coat can be with a quality epoxy like JB weld. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [2]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [3] [2] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2023-08-29 5:49 pm, Chris Sparadeo via R

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fronius USA available 2023 & 2024 ?

2023-08-27 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
Mick, I would look at the workings of the Schneider back-up control switch and it's internal watt node. Recent webinar training. This will allow AC coupled power to show on Insight. I am not advocating it though, certainly not for offgrid. Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go

Re: [RE-wrenches] Fronius USA available 2023 & 2024 ?

2023-08-25 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
is a new one this fall. https://shop.se.com/us/en/schneiderhome Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [4]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [5] [4] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2023-08-25 3:55 am, Tump via RE-wrenches wrote: Mick, I would avoid try

Re: [RE-wrenches] 1/2HP ECM booster pump

2023-08-20 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
How is the quality (sediment) of the water? Most of the Scala1 and Scala2 series will not last more than 3 years without really good filtration. I have lost a few to rainwater also The MQ series is not made anymore so check for warranty. Nice quiet pumps but Dave Angelini Offgrid

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sol-Ark 15k Conduit Entries

2023-08-04 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
lectronics-cooling.com/2017/08/10c-increase-temperature-really-reduce-life-electronics-half/ Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" [1]https://offgridsolar1.com/ [2] [1] e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2023-08-03 10:08 am, Michael Morningstar via RE-

Re: [RE-wrenches] 200a manual xfer switch w/ small aux contact : who makes it?

2023-07-26 Thread Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar via RE-wrenches
capability * Outdoor rated enclosure * 10 year limited warranty Dave Angelini Offgrid Solar "we go where powerlines don't" http://members.sti.net/offgridsolar/ e-mail offgridso...@sti.net text 209 813 0060 On 2023-07-26 3:24 pm, Mick Abraham via RE-wrenches wrote: Hi, Mechanix~ M

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