[RE-wrenches] eGauge login info for Blue Planet owners

auge. If any of the Wrenchies need this for their installed customer base, contact me off list. The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ᐧ ___ List spons

[RE-wrenches] Redundant gensets: Must I switch the neutral in the manual transfer switch?

pment ground as their only common connection)? How would the safety aspects change if both machines are running but I've wired things per my original concept? Thanks as always, Mechanix. "The Wrench List is the Bomb!" Mick Abraham, Proprietor w

Re: [RE-wrenches] State of Charge Meter for Sol-Ark

-assistant-remote-monitoring-mpp-solar-growatt-deye-sol-ark-sunsynk-and-many-bmss/ but their pricing pushes the system cost well above the cost for a TriMetric. I apologize for uploading wrong/incomplete information before, thanks. Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675

Re: [RE-wrenches] State of Charge Meter for Sol-Ark

y port in a storm," however, and my new friends off the grid are in a terrible storm. As always, "The Wrench List is the Bomb!" Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ᐧ _

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

cess stories in the field. I'm too old to continue my "earlier adopter" ways. "Do you know how to tell who the pioneers are? They're the ones with arrows in their back." Thanks, Dave, for your always helpful participation. The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrah

[RE-wrenches] Dab Esybox Mini 3 pump

it with an unpressurized holding tank, & prolly I can arrange for flooded suction. Thanks in advance. The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ᐧ ___ List spons

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

mporary smudge on Fronius USA. The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ᐧ ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance Pay optional member dues here: http://re-wr

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

lp at all in finding compatible PV inverters. Rapid shutdown is not mandated for this gig & each array would be evenly illuminated. IIRC, the List hasn't been highly enamored with SolarEdge in recent years; is that still the consensus? Thanks as always; the Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Ab

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

de a NEMA1 enclosure rather than getting a bare switch that would require me to mount it into a housing. The project won't be code inspected, so thanks in advance for any suggestions. The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for

[RE-wrenches] Outback Mate3SL = no web monitor due to a chip shortage

Hi, Mechanix~ Is the Mate3S in short supply for mid to late 2023? I see there's a "Lite" version with no internet capability--but are enough projects buying the Lite so those who want the full version can still get it from inventory? Thanks in advance; the Wrench List is the Bomb! Mi

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

hing. So far, I've only found this type of accy with the Victron platform: their model GX LTE. Among the other platforms & hybrid inverters I've found next to nothing, but "the Wrench List is the Bomb" at knowing things that I don't. Any suggestions would be welcomed. Thanks in adva

[RE-wrenches] Lithium upgrade when Magnasine goes to float too soon

if any other Wrenchies have noticed this peculiarity with the Magnum inverters. Thanks in advance; the Wrench List is The Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ᐧ ___ Li

Re: [RE-wrenches] Underground fault finder

nstruments in his work vehicle. I think his particular setup is able to pinpoint the location of a wire break. Drake, it might be worth calling to see if this is an option for your project. The Wrench List is The Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675

Re: [RE-wrenches] cable trays and battery cable

pared to laying the wires in a heap) if one wants the installation to be interpreted as "free air", especially when the tray sides & bottom surface are solid as in this example. I hope this will be helpful; the Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamso

Re: [RE-wrenches] Ideas and racking systems for "stowing" ground mount PV array during snowy winter?

rience with it. It might be worth a phone call to Albuquerque 505.881.7567. As always, "The Wrench List is the Bomb!" Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ᐧ

Re: [RE-wrenches] 600vdc A or B switch

Hi, that SQD DTU361 suggested by Dave Tedeyan appears to have a center "off" position. The 600v Morningstar charge controller with A:B selectability doesn't have an "off" for the incoming PV. "The Wrench List is the Bomb!" Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.co

Re: [RE-wrenches] Victron

s (from among the "120 volt" models), and some standard Cat5 cables. The firmware should be updated if the units are not already identical, then another piece of (free downloadable) Windows software is used to set up the phasing. I've never had a train wreck with the Victron so

[RE-wrenches] Radian Charges 1 hour per calendar day

is purchased complete with batteries & all, are the chargers & the FNDC battery monitor already pre-programmed for the battery type & size? Here's hoping, and as always, the Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731

Re: [RE-wrenches] Modifying a plumbing vent

ucts/details-on-a-code-change-that-allows-for-solar-panels-above-plumbing-vent-pipes/ Please note this solution seems specific to ABS vent materials with no mention of PVC. The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text mes

Re: [RE-wrenches] Puzzle: Dryer does not work during FXR battery charging

Hello, Mechanix~ Matt Sherald wrote about his dryer puzzle. I suggest the run capacitor solution discussed near the bottom of this webpage: http://mvvikingstar.blogspot.com/2013/03/summery-and-conclusion-compatibility.html The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor

[RE-wrenches] Seeking one M215-60-2LL-S22-IG Enphase

l identically substitute? If anyone has one of these orphans (MC4 DC plugs & integrated ground), kindly contact me off-list with pricing including parcel ground shipping to CO 81147. Black or silver would be fine; new/never installed is preferred. Thanks in advance; The Wrench List is the Bom

Re: [RE-wrenches] How much Li battery?

es which briefly deplete the battery faster than the hypothetical two hour rate. By approaching this question based on the battery manufacturer do's & don'ts, one improves the chance of getting warranty coverage should it later be needed. "What the large print giveth, the fine print take

[RE-wrenches] Seeking Magnum MP-ODE outdoor enclosure

one of these in the rusty & dusty bin, please contact me off list. Thanks in advance, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ᐧ ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-

Re: [RE-wrenches] Brown-Out Prone Opportunity Charging

he Victron Phoenix. The actual frequency tolerance may be more wide than what the specs say; check the manual to be sure. Jeff's suggested strategy puts the charger/battery/inverter in between the messy grid power and the loads. It's sort of a power quality buffer. The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick A

Re: [RE-wrenches] Two MPPT Charge Controllers, One PV Circuit

pectors are involved & I see no technical problem. Your thoughts? The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ᐧ ___ List sponsored by Redwood Al

[RE-wrenches] Cybo Energy

report back to the list after a few years. Telltale sign for the power pioneers: they're the ones with the arrows in their backs. On a brighter note: The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6

Re: [RE-wrenches] Cutting rail

anks in advance, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ᐧ ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email add

Re: [RE-wrenches] heating lithium in cold weather

& use that data for user fuel gauge purposes. I hope this will be helpful info for the group. The Wrench List is the Bomb~ Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ᐧ ___ List sp

[RE-wrenches] IEEE 1547-2018 standard

the functions. Acknowledged that many inverters already comply with this but I need the discrete control unit for something weird. I'll spare you the details. Thanks in advance, the Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text

Re: [RE-wrenches] Tell me what I'm missing on 690.12 B(2)? Where does it say "module-level???"

cost is relatively low since all they're doing is opening contactors. I hope this reply is helpful. The Wrench List is The Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ᐧ __

[RE-wrenches] How can I mount one B-frame 3 phase breaker into an indoor box? (no UL needed)

off point. Any inspirations would be heartily welcomed as usual. The Wrench List is the Bomb~ Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ᐧ ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance

Re: [RE-wrenches] Shopping for an irradiance sensor that can connect to LAN local area network

the additional know how. We can close the thread now; Thanks & Jolliness. Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ᐧ ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address

[RE-wrenches] Shopping for an irradiance sensor that can connect to LAN local area network

Hello, Mechanix~ Any leads on finding this item would be appreciated. I'd like the sensor to be mounted in the same plane as the PV array. I think the communication protocol I need for this is Modbus/TCP. Thanks & Jolliness~ Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-

[RE-wrenches] Batt Cap AGM

gauge. Definitely some clients balk at the expense & new learning required to retrofit a proper ah monitor, but better instrumentation may prove a good value to them in the long run. The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham -- Forwarded message -- From: Sindel

[RE-wrenches] Batt Cap AGM

the client isn't materially blessed to be able to get new batteries, they might be better off spending limited funds on fuel for the engine generator instead of on battery testing & tutorials. The Wrench List is the Bomb~ Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landlin

[RE-wrenches] Trace or Outback autotransformer: step down but source has no neutral

advance. The Wrench List is The Bomb~ Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ᐧ ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change li

Re: [RE-wrenches] Darfon hybrid inverters

any or installed any of these. "I have everything I need except customers," but the specs look interesting. Be sure to report back if you get some field experience with this. Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text

Re: [RE-wrenches] Array Mock-up Software

bos" so far, but did I mention it's free? Power-Fab (aka Direct Power aka Pre-formed Line Products) I hope this will be helpful information. The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ___

[RE-wrenches] Conext XW+ with external transfer switch & AC coupling question

;? Thanks in advance for helping me avoid "dumber choices". The Wrench List is the bomb~ Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ᐧ ___ List sponsored by Redwood Allia

[RE-wrenches] Conext XW+ with external transfer switch & AC coupling question

ere: Conext SW is less feature rich compared to Conext XW+ but this implies that XW+ is somehow dumber in how it charges the battery. Can anyone help me understand how "AC-Coupled Dumber Charge" differs from "AC-Coupled Smart Charge"? Thanks in advance for helping me avoid &q

[RE-wrenches] Are the 2016 Enphase M's a "buy" if there's no Rule 21 mandate?

vance; the Wrench List is the Bomb~ Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change li

Re: [RE-wrenches] anything like Generac Smart Management Module for a solar critical backup panel 10H

encer" may turn up additional possibilities. I hope this will be helpful. The Wrench List is the bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ᐧ ___ List sponsored

[RE-wrenches] "DC current Injection": Whazzat?

there's no grid power--and I guess DC injection is IEEE verboten because it compromises power quality/power purity. Can the experts confirm if this is correct understanding, explain how DC can show up on the AC, and offer suggestions other than a replacement blender? Thanks as always. The Wrench List

[RE-wrenches] Wanted: AC centrifugal pump with soft start

ted centrifugal. Thanks in advance for any leads that might help me find a supplier for this type of pump. The Wrench List is the Bomb~ Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Landline: 970-731-4675 Cell phone or for text messaging: 970-946-6584 ᐧ ___ L

Re: [RE-wrenches] Translucent Backed Modules

es. BTW for those who wrote about other brands: Panasonic bifacial/clear backer seems unavailable stateside for 2016. Solarworld is showing a bifacial/clear backer product in their literature but having built one demo project these also seem unavailable stateside for 2016. The Wrench List is t

Re: [RE-wrenches] Canadian Solar / MC4 connectors in a marine environment

ironment, just a thought...so, Kirk, if you still have MC3 tooling plus plenty of time... The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 > > -- Forwarded message -- > From: Kirk Herander <vtso...@icloud.com> > To: R

[RE-wrenches] #2 -#8 AWG Crimpers

there, right? I actually lost the bigger die for awhile and ILSCO was unwilling to sell me a replacement...but then hey I found the lost child and the hairpin retaining clip has kept it from wandering again. I trust this will be helpful, Friend Khalsa. Crimp On! The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick

[RE-wrenches] Array easily adjustable from 30 to 90 degrees

to evaluate their packaging first hand. Pristine freight arrivals are important to us all. The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] Array easily adjustable from 30 to 90 degrees

, especially if MT Solar would switch to a powder coat for the steel instead of the wet painting process they were using in 2014. The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Redwood

[RE-wrenches] Milwaukee Sub Scanner versus Bosch D-Tect versus others?

some bad reviews and I think that was replaced with a new model so now I'm thoroughly confused but looking for installer opinions on these type products. Contact me off List if there's an extra scanner-gizmo available for purchase or for lease. Thanks in advance. The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick

[RE-wrenches] How can I calculate ROI when the kWh rate varies through the day?

this question more complicated, I'll post a follow up (!) Thanks in advance. The Wrench List is da bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org

[RE-wrenches] Thirsty batteries: Daily absorb cycles on top of grid powered float

, please. Thanks Jolliness, Mechanix. The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Redwood Alliance List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change listserver email

[RE-wrenches] Poletop rack with easy tilt change...anybody got that?

is applied to change the tilt? OR: Does the esteemed Wrench List have other options or suggestions to consider? Thanks as always. The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Redwood

[RE-wrenches] PV Wire without the outer jacket--no worries?

the insulation on good ol' USE-2. Can any of you address the practical difference between the double jacket and single jacket versions of PV wire? Specifically, would the single jacket version still be appropriate for ungrounded installations? Thanks all around. The Wrench List is the bomb! Mick

[RE-wrenches] Pump end repair needed_helical rotor SQFlex

but not this absurd...surely not this absurd... So there's my dilemma of the week, Friends. Kindly point the way to any shop that could repair this problem child. Thanks Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675

[RE-wrenches] Security cameras for off grid home: Who has a low wattage solution?

have already invented the wheel. The Wrench List is the Bomb! Thanks Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Change email

[RE-wrenches] Brush sparking damaged motors running sun-direct

or can two controllers share the same overall solar array power supply? (All the glass is in the same plane, and partial shade only occurs during sunrise and sunset times.) Thanks as always for being the Motorheads Nonpareil. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731

Re: [RE-wrenches] GSCM-mini with Honda EM5000SX (SunHarvest)

to them. I tapped off the generator's hot neutral with skinny wires to provide this run signal to the GCSM-mini. I inserted a tiny glass fuse/holder in the AC hot connection...just because... Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675

[RE-wrenches] Mini Grid Controlled Generator (Was: Generator Controlled Mini Grid)

coupling into a battery based inverter system. Intrepid researchers are encouraged to report back so we can all learn. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address

[RE-wrenches] Fix the Fluorescents: What about LED tubes for late 2012?

to break--even if it is all hyped up about being the New Latest Environmentally Correct Energy Saver. Those well known RV brand fluorescents are a case in point to say nothing of round two: DC driven CFL's! Thanks Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675

[RE-wrenches] Walking back my error re: charge regulation methods

in future. I'm sorry for any mis-explaining from my side. Thanks, Larry, again I say: The Wrench List is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 -- Forwarded message -- From: Larry Crutcher, Starlight Solar Power Systems larry@ starlightsolar.com

[RE-wrenches] weak voltage

the problem was discovered. Perhaps this theory is worth checking on site. Whatever you find to resolve this problem, Mac, be sure to report back on list so we can all learn. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675

[RE-wrenches] Off-grid non-inverter battery charger recommendations?

is an added benefit. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches

Re: [RE-wrenches] GTWB outage monitor question

for the owner to check water levels on a flooded pack, near the end of the charge cycle. The Wrench List is the bomb! Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE

Re: [RE-wrenches] Shunt question

the part number for this but the AEEsolar website has a pretty good search function. Allan, you may contact me off list as always if I may assist further. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 1. Shunt question (Allan Sindelar

[RE-wrenches] High L16 voltage situation

will regulate properly. If you have a clamp style DC ammeter, clip around one lead in the charge circuit read the amps with good sun. If the battery voltage continues high while you see ~ 7-8 amps PV charge...the controller is failing to do its job. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor

Re: [RE-wrenches] Magnum Energy Remote Control

than we do, I suppose, or maybe more menus aren't always better. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options settings

[RE-wrenches] Big idea suggestion for inverter/charger manufacturers

Multi. Here's to better off grid living through science. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options settings: http

Re: [RE-wrenches] PV into a resistor: please advise

. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re

[RE-wrenches] PV into a resistor: please advise

Current Booster kinda thing), assuming that one could be found to operate in the 240 volt range? Thanks Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches

[RE-wrenches] Remote switch needed for old school Trace DR inverter

. Thanks Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re

Re: [RE-wrenches] Morningstar relay driver configuration help

, and the action of external components which would help meet those results, etc...that's more of what I was wishing for. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 1:53 AM, Hugh h...@scoraigwind.co.uk wrote: At 10:30 -0600 13/4/11, Mick Abraham

Re: [RE-wrenches] solar thermal/electric

Try this: www.schuco-us.com The phone number at the Union City, CA branch is: 510 477 0500 Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 On Thu, Apr 14, 2011 at 6:02 PM, Brian Teitelbaum bteitelb...@aeesolar.comwrote: I don’t see it there either. You may

Re: [RE-wrenches] Morningstar relay driver configuration help

://www.google.com/contacts/a/c/abrahamsolar.com/ui/ContactManager?titleBar=truehl=endc=true# Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 On Wed, Apr 13, 2011 at 9:54 AM, Nathan Jones solardud...@yahoo.com wrote: Wrenches, I am trying to configure a Morningstar

Re: [RE-wrenches] galvanized barn roofing

wholesaler inventories, and there are fastener companies with inventory in the US. Contact me off list if you have trouble finding a supplier via normal channels, and I'll think of a source or two to which I can point you. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675

[RE-wrenches] Possible genset configuration error...but how do I convince my client!

of an oscilloscope that can help us figure this out? Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options settings: http://lists.re

Re: [RE-wrenches] Sanyo problems

, it would help us all and probably also help Sanyo. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 On Fri, Apr 1, 2011 at 6:51 PM, Marco Mangelsdorf ma...@pvthawaii.comwrote: Esteemed colleagues, Regarding the Sanyo problems, I was mistaken. They’re having

Re: [RE-wrenches] Testing new batteries

discharged a bit and the electrolyte level rises falls like the tide based on state of charge. I'll bet if you can EQ the batts to reach equal state of charge, you also will find the electrolyte level to equalize. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 On Thu

Re: [RE-wrenches] Testing new batteries

top up the levels on a battery which is electrically discharged. The problem with that is if/when the battery receives a good charge, the electrolyte level will rise, maybe enough to overflow through the cell caps. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675

Re: [RE-wrenches] Tall pole mount

, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 On Tue, Mar 22, 2011 at 7:51 AM, d...@foxfire-energy.com wrote: Can you get creative? How about a Simple Timber Frame Jungle Gym /Tree House/Ground Mount.. a Screened in Summer Bug House /Studio??? How about a very large Hop

Re: [RE-wrenches] Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP)

. Be sure to report back to the List as you learn more...so we can all learn more... Jolliness~ Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 On Sun, Mar 20, 2011 at 12:49 PM, Drake drake.chamber...@redwoodalliance.org wrote: Hi Ray, Allan and All, That is a very

[RE-wrenches] Spot welding PV's to rails for theft prevention: bad idea?

Friday, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org

[RE-wrenches] PV project in Atlanta area: seeking contractors

so it would require a season if I were to install this much hardware on my own...and I live a long way from the jobsite. I've been asked to write up specifications and solicit bids for the work. Contractors who wish to be considered for this project may contact me off list. Jolliness, Mick

Re: [RE-wrenches] Meter base minimum conductor size

. If you get failed, I would suggest copper split bolts to splice your skinny wires onto short bits of fatter wire. This solution is more clunky, more expensive, and a wire splice is always more risky than an uncut wire. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675

Re: [RE-wrenches] outback mate question

, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 On Tue, Feb 8, 2011 at 6:51 AM, Wayne Irwin wa...@pureenergysolar.comwrote: Jay, I have seen the same problem and like Kent, I also reset the Mate to factory defaults and reprogrammed all the AGS settings for the customer

Re: [RE-wrenches] questions about solar charging 72v UPS

/remove energy through the whole battery string--barring new developments--so if some of those critters get out of line it will be tough to re-establish good discipline. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 On Tue, Feb 8, 2011 at 8:07 PM, Ron Young solarea

Re: [RE-wrenches] Parallel wire runs to increase size

...and those organizations may frown on the parallel wiring practice. I wouldn't lose much sleep over this, but I would consider sizing any overcurrent protection for the smallest conductor. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 On Wed, Feb 2, 2011 at 9:00 AM

Re: [RE-wrenches] Photosensor for 12VDC System with load controller

size solution that might work best in my case. A $6 relay can switch 40A – well over what I need to do. Jason Szumlanski Fafco Solar *From:* re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org [mailto: re-wrenches-boun...@lists.re-wrenches.org] *On Behalf Of *Mick Abraham *Sent:* Monday, January

Re: [RE-wrenches] Photosensor for 12VDC System with load controller

with a DC coil, and connect the positive leg of your DC load across the normally open connection screws. Make sure the relay coil can accept a wide range of DC input, since it may encounter 20 volts across a 36 cell PV module when the sun first comes up. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor

Re: [RE-wrenches] Load testing batteries?

for new equipment...and the results will be close enough. Jolliness~ Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 On Tue, Jan 25, 2011 at 10:53 PM, Jesse Dahl dahlso...@gmail.com wrote: Wrenches, I have some (4) rolls 6 volt batteries 4000 series S-460. They are from

Re: [RE-wrenches] Load testing batteries?

plug in watt-hour meters, he probably wants a good excuse to get one. Ditto for the mini inverter. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 On Wed, Jan 26, 2011 at 8:42 AM, Exeltech exelt...@yahoo.com wrote: Once the electrolyte has been changed out, all bets

[RE-wrenches] Photowatt warranty: who can I call?

, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org List

[RE-wrenches] Help me locate Light It Technologies aka Montana Light aka Don Smith

socket then allow an MR-16 projector style bulb to plug in. I think LIT is about the only place to get those so I would appreciate if someone could tell me how to find that company. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675

Re: [RE-wrenches] Xantrex PP inverter bypass breakers

. Example: a double pole unit mount style breaker with 30 amp rating would be number QOU230 Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 On Fri, Jan 14, 2011 at 10:19 AM, All Solar, Inc. Jeremy Amy Rodriguez allso...@scswifi.net wrote: Wrenches, I am trying

[RE-wrenches] Contractor experience with SunMaxx aka Silicon Solar...care to share?

protection but I've found nothing else in the US market. I welcome any feedback reports as I consider the SunMaxx option. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address

[RE-wrenches] Late 2010 Report: Magnum Advanced Remote Magnum switchgear

is the Bomb! Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 ___ List sponsored by Home Power magazine List Address: RE-wrenches@lists.re-wrenches.org Options settings: http://lists.re-wrenches.org/options.cgi/re-wrenches-re-wrenches.org

Re: [RE-wrenches] 120 volt grid tie inverter

also has a string inverter with a low minimum DC input voltage, but it's transformerless so it's double fuses, double insulated wire, etc. Let us give thanks, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 On Mon, Nov 15, 2010 at 9:13 AM, Bob Ellison reelli...@gmail.com wrote

Re: [RE-wrenches] 120 volt grid tie inverter

, including the NEC. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 On Mon, Nov 15, 2010 at 6:29 PM, Glenn Burt glenn.b...@glbcc.com wrote: I think there is still an SMA 700W inverter available that uses 120VAC. -Glenn -Original Message- From: re

Re: [RE-wrenches] paralleling FM-60's

This sounds like a job for a single Apollo T-100. If you do that, Jay, be sure to wire the solar strings with somewhat more than 36 PV cells for every 12 volts of battery. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 On Wed, Oct 20, 2010 at 10:00 AM, Kent

Re: [RE-wrenches] Generator auto start

that's even discontinued now. You might want to call the mfr to make sure it's still a current production item before buying a unit from wholesale inventory. Jolliness, Mick Abraham, Proprietor www.abrahamsolar.com Voice: 970-731-4675 On Fri, Oct 15, 2010 at 1:36 AM, penobscotso...@midmaine.com

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