. This time as the
energy explodes from the wire to find a path of lesser resistance. That about
sums it up.
I love it when I see lightning protection installations with neatly formed
wires following every turn and contour tightly. Bang.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Nov 16
Sounds like a project for Sunny Island and the Boy's.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Nov 18, 2011, at 10:49 AM, Exeltech wrote:
Need info on MPPT/charge controllers able to output up to 500A at 48Vdc.
High-voltage DC input (up to 300Vdc) preferred. Units will connect
. And such waste of money, time and
resources just bugs me!
Larry Crutcher
Barer of Bad News
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Nov 17, 2011, at 5:17 AM, penobscotso...@midmaine.com wrote:
Ron,
I'm going to reiterate what Jeff says here. It is similar to what I had
said in my email. The charge rate must
fact. ;-)
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Nov 16, 2011, at 12:20 AM, Ron Young wrote:
Hi Larry, no amp hour meter installed yet as the customer is penny pinching.
We're trying to solve the problem first and I've been out there twice, once
to do general diagnostics and check
, Larry Crutcher, Starlight Solar Power Systems
wrote:
Hi Ron,
Accurate SG readings are not simple. Was temperature compensation
properly employed? Have they been keeping a log book to identify
changes? How accurate is the hydrometer? How skilled is the person
taking the reading?
Most
://samlexsolar.com/solar-products/pure-sine-wave-inverters/sa-series
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Nov 11, 2011, at 7:45 AM, Jeff Irish wrote:
Any recommendations from those of you with extensive off grid experience for
a small inverter, sine wave, 500-1000 watt range 120 vac output, 12
Stange but true...many of my customers are claiming the credit for their RV PV
solar system and a few have reported back: no problems. For some, the motorhome
or trailer is their primary residence but for most it is just used part time.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Nov 10
.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Nov 9, 2011, at 1:55 PM, Drake wrote:
Any amount of power will AC couple.
If you use an off grid inverter, such as an Outback, to feed the protected
load panel, the inverter should be fed by grid AC power to supply loads, when
the grid
Oops. My picture is of a blemished Evergreen 210. I saw the orange substance on
your picture and thought that is what you were referring to.
...My Bad.
Larry
On Nov 9, 2011, at 1:41 PM, penobscotso...@midmaine.com wrote:
Hello all,
We have a customer who has acquired, over the last ten
this design. Sounds like a product for Midnite Solar to
build.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Nov 6, 2011, at 1:42 PM, Glenn Burt wrote:
Siemens makes a line that are UL listed.
Their VBII series like HNF361PV – 30A
-Glenn
the
battery. That means any off-grid inverter/charger or even low cost separate
inverters and chargers may be used, a very economical solution. However, the
idea may be of no value because it appears no one makes a transfer switch.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Nov 7, 2011, at 11:32
over 1 year. Since it only has a 1 year
replacement, my customers are VERY upset. After speaking with my Deka rep. last
week and I have decided to advise customers to not purchase the Deka 8D's.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Oct 31, 2011, at 8:20 PM, William Miller wrote
, 1.5kWh, concerns me.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Nov 2, 2011, at 4:42 PM, Jeff Irish wrote:
William,
I did a 2 year long study on a Sunny Island 5048 grid-intertie battery
back-up system and found the SI and batteries used about 1.5kWh per day in
overhead
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Hi Ron,Accurate SG readings are not simple. Was temperature compensation properly employed? Have they been keeping a log book to identify changes? How accurate is the hydrometer? How skilled is the person taking the reading?Most of the Battery Wrench responses suggest equalization but I don't see
and have used it twice in 40 years, it seems
to work)
Thanks again great piece of writing and explanation, everyone should read
Darryl
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Sent: Saturday, October 22
been detected and perhaps prevented if they had one.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Oct 21, 2011, at 11:39 AM, Ron Young wrote:
Hi Maverick everyone,
I visited the site a couple of days ago and load tested the batteries,
checked individual voltages in the string of six
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On Oct 18, 2011, at 7:11 AM, Larry Crutcher, Starlight Solar Power Systems
wrote:
I second the vote for Magnum Energy remotes. When combined with the BMK
battery monitor and AGS, there is simply nothing better on the market as far
as function and ease of use. The new ME
than the any of the other Made in China
products.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Oct 18, 2011, at 3:16 AM, PRP wrote:
Magnum with the standard control.
Have yet to have a end user mess it up that can't be fixed with a phone call.
In fact with over 8 systems out there only
the inverter still works. AH metering will expose these events and will
keep the user well informed.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Oct 8, 2011, at 11:31 AM, Ron Young wrote:
There is no amp hour meter in the system. The dump load on the Whisper sounds
like a possibility
I think you hit it on the head, an honest, simple explanation. If he is
unreasonable, just go buy him some Johnson Control specials for $68 at Sams
Club.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Oct 6, 2011, at 3:32 AM, Allan Sindelar wrote:
OK, here's one way off the beaten path
of
potential power when using MPPT controllers. However, you don't have much
choice from an economic standpoint. Just try to match the Vmp between the
strings.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Sep 30, 2011, at 7:23 AM, Allan Sindelar wrote:
Holt,
The string of two
not had a single failure yet.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Sep 17, 2011, at 10:36 AM, toddc...@finestplanet.com wrote:
What about the 2 volt L-16 versions? Has anyone had success with them for
larger banks? I work alone and HUPs are too heavy to lift on my own...
however
Ray,
If we were comparing the T-105 to the Trojan L-16 in a single string, I agree
the T-105 will provide more life cycles. Been there, done that. But that was
not the comparison. Having 6-8 parallel strings of golf cart batteries is a
terrible idea no matter how much better the GC2 may be.
/interstate.htm) I consider
Rolls a superior long life battery compared to any other L16's.
Curious here: why are you comparing an L-16 to a GC2? US Battery also makes a
floor scrubber version, model US16HC XC.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Sep 15, 2011, at 4:23 PM, RM You wrote:
Hi
voltage
across the two batteries. I'm not sure I said it better the Michael, just
different for more clarity.
Are you sure you are not a REAL wrench?
Larry
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Sep 2, 2011, at 9:45 AM, Michael Welch wrote:
What the Vanner Voltmaster equalizer does is track
. The equalizer then shares
current from the 24 volt tap to the 12 volt tap to maintain equal voltage
across the two batteries. I'm not sure I said it better the Michael, just
different for more clarity.
Are you sure you are not a REAL wrench?
Larry
Starlight Solar Power Systems
by Windy Dankoff.
Allan Sindelar
On Wed, Aug 24, 2011 at 9:56 PM, Larry Crutcher, Starlight Solar Power
Systems la...@starlightsolar.com wrote:
This one's for you old timer wind wrenches.
Back in 1978 I bought a book on wind generators and rebuilding the Jacobs
Winchargers
Thanks but I just bought one for $2.77. I actually saw someone asking for $75!
With perfect pleasure I shall peruse the pages as I post in the privy. Just
like old days.
Larry
On Aug 25, 2011, at 12:35 PM, Dan Fink wrote:
We plan to start carrying both of Hackleman's books very soon in the
a copy they would part with?
Let's see how many of you have been around long enough to remember that one!
Thanks.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
11871 S Fortuna Road, #210
Yuma, AZ 85367
la...@starlightsolar.com
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We've had very good service from Sunpumps:
http://www.sunpumps.com/ProductsClient.aspx
800-370-8115
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
11871 S Fortuna Road, #210
Yuma, AZ 85367
la...@starlightsolar.com
(928) 342-9103
On Aug 23, 2011, at 11:54 AM, Peter Talmage wrote:
Does any
Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Jul 27, 2011, at 9:26 PM, Ray Walters wrote:
My mistake, I just found a spec sheet on the Unisolar 64, and it specifically
advertises No glass and unbreakable. I worked on systems with them
before, but never sold them, so I assumed the textured top
We sold tons of the 62 and 64 watt framed modules. If any were available, I
would have bought them years ago after they canceled production.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Jul 27, 2011, at 10:51 AM, Marco Mangelsdorf wrote:
OK, I guess that it had to happen someday. I
voltage but always return to normal operation after the power quality is
within spec.
Bottom line is I would not be looking at the Magnum as the problem UNLESS a
parameter or wiring was changed.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
11871 S Fortuna Road, #210
Yuma, AZ 85367
la
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Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
11871 S Fortuna Road, #210
Yuma, AZ 85367
la...@starlightsolar.com
(928) 342-9103
On Jun 27, 2011, at 3:33 PM, William Miller wrote:
Colleagues
I need to replace batteries for a customer. They have Trojan L-16
know my position I'll let you decide.
Life's a bitch sometimes.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
On Jun 29, 2011, at 11:08 AM, Bob-O Schultze wrote:
Need we mention here that Fullriver batteries are made in China as are so
many of the PVs flooding the market these days? Honestly
in their back yard, I
can't buy from them. Now they are drumming up business. That's just odd.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
11871 S Fortuna Road, #210
Yuma, AZ 85367
la...@starlightsolar.com
(928) 342-9103
On Jun 8, 2011, at 11:26 AM, Allan Sindelar wrote:
Wrenches,
A year
Wayne,
Whenever possible, always design a battery bank for a single series string.
Parallel strings require more attention and increase the probability of early
failure due to unequal charging.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
11871 S Fortuna Road, #210
Yuma, AZ 85367
la
Oops! Guess I should have read all the posts before I reply;-
Larry Crutcher
On May 31, 2011, at 5:23 PM, Wayne Irwin wrote:
I think the verdict is 12 - Rolls 2-YS-31 2430 AH @ 20 HR (one string) and
one dry spare in storage is the best case scenario!
Wayne Irwin, EE
Director of
sent an address to me for
shipment of: 330 N Marine Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744.
According to a reliable source, he owes a distributor $20,000, writes bad
checks and uses credit cards that do not go through.
Let the seller beware.
Larry Crutcher
Starlight Solar Power Systems
11871 S Fortuna
wave since many small
load items like battery chargers, electric blanket control, electric
toothbrush, etc., fail with MSW inverters.
Contact me off list if you don't have a resource for small 12, 24 and 48 volt
inverters.
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Starlight Solar Power Systems
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Are you looking for grid tie or the J-box? I have some of the J-box 135's.
Just FYI, the 135's are a larger module at 59.1 x 26.3. The discontinued
120's, 125's and 130's were all 56.1 x 25.7.
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Starlight Solar Power Systems
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