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Applying heat-shrink to your long metal tools is a smart move, reduces the possibility of an exciting splat!!
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1d07878c-394d-4193-aaf8-11b8a27f7c9c.mp4 Yes, I know it's not but it still made me smile.
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You can never have too many panels!! Do watch your PV input voltage, the Deye (we have 3) has a maximum PV input voltage of 500V, the total of the Voc of your panels must not exceed that. If Voc of each panel is less than 50V then you'll be good to go with 10 per string. Obviously check with your particular inverter manual. As to sunny/vs overcast, we can vary between >70kWh on a nice day to <20kWh on a damp and miserable day (we have 18kWP of solar, you do the sums).
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Upgrade Solar Inverter+ Batteries now or wait
Crossy replied to eddysacc's topic in Alternative/Renewable Energy Forum
Luyuan are well respected on several other DIY solar forums, never heard of any scams involving them. Delivery is by road, IIRC it took a couple of weeks after actual dispatch. Payment is via Alipay use Yuan or USD (get a small discount for Yuan), several options, I use my UK credit card. I did have to talk to the fraud department in order to authorise the first payment but since then no issues. Warranty is, I believe, 1 year, but verify with them, you have to use chat to sort out all the options and agreed price. -
As any user of certain "establishments" would know, buffalo are very valuable animals
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The van was in the initial argument with the buffalo.
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How about a solar car port on a budget?
Crossy replied to Crossy's topic in Alternative/Renewable Energy Forum
Despite my best will, I'm afraid I was weakened by a 15% Lazada voucher and bought another Deye inverter. -
Voltage Discrepancy with APC UPS BV1000I-MST: 230V input & 206V output?
Crossy replied to GammaGlobulin's topic in DIY Forum
If they are that new, I'd be going back to JIB and having a moan. -
Voltage Discrepancy with APC UPS BV1000I-MST: 230V input & 206V output?
Crossy replied to GammaGlobulin's topic in DIY Forum
Nip down to Lotus's or your favourite DIY place and get a cheap digital multimeter. even the cheapies are fine for comparison measurements. Then you will be able to respond to our questions in a timely manner. How old are these units? If your supply is 230V as you suggest there's no reason for your UPS to do anything unusual. Unless, of course the "GammaGlobulin make odd things happen" field is active. -
Voltage Discrepancy with APC UPS BV1000I-MST: 230V input & 206V output?
Crossy replied to GammaGlobulin's topic in DIY Forum
OK, so you are actually measuring the output of the UPS whilst it's on mains "pass through". I note that this unit has a built-in AVR which would explain how it's giving out a different voltage to what's going in. What do you see when it's running on battery? EDIT Do you have a load on the output when checking, try 200W or so. -
Voltage Discrepancy with APC UPS BV1000I-MST: 230V input & 206V output?
Crossy replied to GammaGlobulin's topic in DIY Forum
Are you measuring the output with the UPS disconnected from the mains? It's not pure-sine so you could be correct with your meter thoughts. https://www.apc.com/th/en/product/BV1000I-MST/apc-easy-ups-1000va-floor-wall-mount-230v-4x-universal-outlets-avr/ Either way what you are seeing is well within the normal operating range of most appliances particularly those with universal power supplies. -
View this quiz The Killer Bs (50s and 60s sci-fi B movies) Some were plain awful; some were so bad they were good. But which ones do you remember?? Submitter Crossy Type One Right Answer Time 5 minutes Total Questions 5 Category TV & Film Quizzes Submitted 08/07/2024
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If you are going underground make sure your tank will never, ever get flooded. Also, your pump suction line will need a foot valve (non-return valve) at the bottom for best results.
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You need a location with easy access to the pipework between the meter and the first tap which needs boosting. That location will also need an electricity supply for the pump. A simple concrete slab to support the tank, a small pump and you're good to go. You may want to increase the pipe size from pump to house if it's less than 3/4".
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Fixed the typo (PEA??). That second diagram looks awfully familiar
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View this quiz Time-Traveling Television TV series featuring time-travel as a major plot vehicle. Submitter Crossy Type One Right Answer Time 5 minutes Total Questions 5 Category TV & Film Quizzes Submitted 08/06/2024
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View this quiz UK TV Sitcom Quiz: 1960-1980 Those shows we remember from more innocent and less PC times. Submitter Crossy Type One Right Answer Time 5 minutes Total Questions 5 Category TV & Film Quizzes Submitted 08/06/2024
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View this quiz US TV Sitcom Quiz: 1960-1980 Those memorable and rather less memorable shows that made us laugh. Brits, don't feel left out, most of these made it across The Pond and I'll do a UK quiz too. Submitter Crossy Type One Right Answer Time 5 minutes Total Questions 5 Category TV & Film Quizzes Submitted 08/06/2024
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Apparent discrepancy between metering systems
Crossy replied to sathornlover's topic in Alternative/Renewable Energy Forum
Done. If you want to adjust the topic title please let me know. -
People of AN your attention please!! A whole bunch of posts which contravene our Community Standards have been removed. Let's keep it civil and on-topic shall we? I've not pressed the "Holiday" button for a while and my finger is itchy! EDIT and now a comment on forum moderation has gone walkabout. Community Standards are here https://aseannow.com/terms/ it could be time to refresh your memories.