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Solyndra 4 Watt CIGS Cylindrical Solar Tubes
Started Jan 17 0 Replies 0 Likes
A company called HSC Electronic Supply has apparently got ahold of a few hundred of these modules. They won't ship them - but if you happen to be in Santa Clara or Rohnert Park, CA you might be able…Continue
Stick Vacuum cleaner - 400 watt inverter
Started Aug 8, 2012 0 Replies 1 Like
Not to long ago I quickly discovered a small inverter doesn't have the nads to run a regular size vacuum cleaner. And the 18v battery operated vacuum works but is a pain to use for a camper floor /…Continue
12 volt appliance circuit
Started this discussion. Last reply by John J. Aug 8, 2012. 5 Replies 0 Likes
This is about a Norcold fridge but could probably be for any true 12 volt appliance.The manual indicates that the circuit should not share wiring with any other devices. Ok n/p, run it's own 12awg…Continue
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Caution & Q - adding a battery
Started this discussion. Last reply by Renewable Ray Jun 18, 2012. 1 Reply 0 Likes
I need more amp hours in my bank. I’m unable to buy another of the same battery that I currently have because they were discontinued. Other batteries in the same class are available with similar amp…Continue
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John J. replied to John Manzo's discussion HF Solar Panels and HF 30 amp CC"I think your controller is working just fine.
I have noticed but cannot prove that on cooler days if the panels are angled right in the sun they will peek ratings."
John J. replied to Dale Marshall's discussion Looking for your blown up toys"That was quick. What was wrong with it?"
John J. replied to Hillbilly Gene's discussion Analog Meters"OK got a question on which meter would be better - lets say I pick up a dc 0-15 - the idea is to use it in-line load side before distribution wiring. It would be nice to have a secondary way to visualize the amp draw. I am understanding these have a…"
John J. replied to Jim's discussion Can I use the Harbor Feight charge controller with two different makes of solar panels?"You can combine h/f 15w panels and the dm_solar 145 crystalline in parallel, I've been doing it for some time now. I use a combiner box then run a feed to the controller."
John J. replied to Hillbilly Gene's discussion Analog Meters"Analog meters may seem to be “old school” in this digital world, but there’s a lot to be said for them.
I think they look cool, they are interesting to watch - solar TV. I often think about hooking up one of the ammeters like that…"
John J. posted a videoSolar powered camper sink & water system
12 volt camper water system using solar power. Uses a rule inline submersible pump. Low pressure, could also be used for a shower system, or just to transfer...
John J. replied to Jerry Craig's discussion HF Solar panels directly connected to Inverter"Digging the counter weight on the controllers ;)"
John J. commented on ryan r's video
HF 45 watt solar panel kit
"Neat install. The neg battery connection seemed loose. Kind of wondering about the angle of the sun on the other side. I like how you have the pdu drawing off the load side of the 30a controller. I can see you adding more panels to this setup."
John J. replied to Dale Marshall's discussion Looking for your blown up toys"I have a 700w (1200 surge) Suprex inverter if your interested. I'm sure it's modified sine.
Connected it one fine day about 2 years ago and it coughed up some smoke. Unclamped it, brought it home and forgot about it."
John J. replied to ryan r's discussion Distance....Panels to Charge Controller"I wouldn't drain over those early am hours. 10 am - 5 pm if your panels are aimed right is good production time."
John J. posted a status"Spent the night at camp - charged 4x 18v's, ran the fridge, lights, laptop, water pump, 97% soc - slammin`"
John J. replied to Dave Bryant's discussion Flicker Problem"I don't have the tiger claw 1500 but a quick search on it in the forum brought up this thread
http://solarpanelkitatharborfreight.ning.com/forum/topics/osp-tiger-claw-inverter
Check out the post by Tim."
John J. replied to Larry Nocella's discussion SCADA and NF"Larry why do you want to buy them online? I'm thinking shipping would be $$ if they go out hazardous freight."
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Another Solar Power Goal Achieved!
Posted on September 6, 2012 at 7:00pm 0 Comments 5 Likes
Refrigeration, no Ice at Camp! It took a quarter kilowatt to do it but I’m very pleased. Actually closer to 300 watts but that’s beside the point. I’m able to keep food, beer, and beverages cold & fresh now just using Solar Power my system generates. No more soggy foods. I don’t have to drain coolers or toss plastic ice bags into the trash. I use the thermoelectric chiller to transport to and from and a …
Continue Adding Crystalline Reference
Posted on June 30, 2012 at 8:00am 0 Comments 0 Likes
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Posted on March 4, 2012 at 5:57pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Well I may have used my last HF coupon for a kit today. Took advantage of an inside track coupon and bought one final metal frame kit. I've become friends with one of the cashiers, when the kits would go out the door she would say something like 'the guys love `em.' Well after a breif conversation about the changes she wasn't so sure anymore.
This gives me 10 15w panels in total. And the truth is where I use them amorphous makes more sence. So I should have the amps I need now. The…
Continue 6th.Panel is in.
Posted on July 27, 2011 at 5:24pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
Picked up another single 15w HF Panel today. I'll install it horizontaly over the other two singles.
This should give me about 4-5 amps on good days peek hours. The singles come with some extra hardware, disconnect wiring & 3 adaptor connections. Also if I consider or need to…
ContinueComment Wall (2 comments)
- At 7:44am on July 11, 2011,
Rodney Lingenfelter said… - Fridge is a dorm size AC off of an inverter and the fan was also AC . We are looking at DC fans and some day down the road Natural gas fridge because of the gas well we get 200,000 Cubic feet of gas free a year.
- At 6:35am on August 15, 2011,
Carlos Beato said… - Its charging two six volt golf cart batteries wired to be 12v.
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