[RE-wrenches] Discover AES explosion

2024-05-28 Thread Vincent Jolissaint via RE-wrenches
Michael, it is super scary to hear these stories and they are a good reminder that Li-ion technology still has risks. I am glad the manufacturer is taking care of you, but it is concerning to see that the battery safety systems allowed the thermal runaway event. Hopefully, the fire department

[RE-wrenches] Directory Placards

2024-04-02 Thread Vincent Jolissaint via RE-wrenches
Hi all, I bought a 80w CO2 laser cutter engraver from Ebay a few years ago and have been running it each evening as a nice side business. It was about $2000 to purchase. Ise 2 layer laser engraving plastic from Johnson Plastic with 3M double side tape pre-applied. I found out later that I really

[RE-wrenches] ​Equipment for 400 Amp Service Supply Side & 200A PV

2022-03-29 Thread Vincent Jolissaint via RE-wrenches
Hi Jeff, I prefer this panel for this need. it has a dedicated left side for (2) @100A breakers max or (1) @ 200A max PV backfeed. https://assets.new.siemens.com/siemens/assets/api/uuid:4e2c50f4-f20a-481c-8cb4-bd817cd7cb04/sie-fl-400srmetercombo.pdf In addition, it has all the features of a

[RE-wrenches] ​IRC 328 and ESS...approved barriers and "subject to" damage

2022-03-29 Thread Vincent Jolissaint via RE-wrenches
2021 International Fire Code Revise as follows: 1207.11.7 Protection from impact. Stationary storage battery systems ESS installed in a location subject to vehicle damage in accordance with shall Section 1207.11.7.1 or 1207.11.7.2 shall be provided with impact protection in accordance with

[RE-wrenches] ​Central Hudson Meter Pans? (Al Frishman)

2021-09-20 Thread Vincent Jolissaint
Hi Al, One good CSED is the Square D SC3042M200PS. It has a factory line side tap location available. *With Regard,* *Vince Jolissaint* *Cobalt Power Systems Inc. |* *Director of CAD Services*2557 Wyandotte St. | Mountain View CA 94043 Office: 650.938.9574 | E-Mail vince...@cobaltpower.com

Re: [RE-wrenches] Powerwall 2 AC PV regulation

2021-04-16 Thread Vincent Jolissaint
Hi Kirk, the maximum actual charge rate is 5kW per Powerwall. When you exceed that, or start getting full batteries, the Gateway tells the Powerwalls to frequency shift to 62-66 Hz. This takes the UL 1741 listed inverters out of the sweet spot, and they stop or curtail production. However,