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1 hour ago, Pogust said:

Yes but what if the houses are connected to different phases on the grid?

Wow, frankly, I don't quite understand the meaning of that...

But you got me worried.

Waiting for a response from @Crossy

57 minutes ago, Crossy said:

What size is the existing analog meter (5/15, 15/45)?

15/45

On 4/19/2025 at 12:19 PM, TronxII said:

The underground cable with the digital meter is probably better quality for cable size, so I would keep this. Then you do like the guys said: ATS automatic transfer switch. You install the inverters near the new house supply and run your own underground cable to the old house.  Old counter and line will be removed there.

If you ever run down your batteries in the new house, you switch both houses via the ATS to grid.

And let a guy who knows about electric installation draw it all for you.

Here's the thing...

I'm planning on placing the inverter, batteries and panels in the vicinity of the old house - it's got a nicely sized and perfectly angled/oriented (for solar) roof, also a better sized and protected from the elements area to place the solar equipment.

And that's the only reason for my initial plans on keeping the older overhead line, even though it's indeed clearly inferior to the newer, high quality underground cable.

Or the location of the solar hardware is not really a problem?

If chosen to keep and use the new house/underground line...

At the moment I don't quite understand how I could go about a grid connection design (for emergencies) if using the underground link to the meter since it is located away from the proposed location of solar hardware.

Would I need in that case run two additional lines instead of one, linking the new house to the inverter placed at the old house?

As in one line for a "normal" state of connection to the inverter, and then the second line just for the emergency connection to the grid?

Or is it going to be an ATS automatic transfer switch positioned at the new house that will be handling that situation via a single line? Again all other solar hardware is planned to be kept at the old house location.

As you can tell, I'm still quite lost,.

And yes, I'll definitely let a "Pro" handle the actual design and implementation.

Over here, I'm just trying to wrap my averse to all things electrical mind around the basic concept.

Thank you!!

2 hours ago, Crossy said:

What do you suggest??

IMO, the very least, the newly added structure is missing corner columns.

I think the biggest concern could be strong winds and wind-induced vibrations, leading to significant oscillations and potential damage.

Just to make sure, I'd suggest seeking an opinion from someone with at least a rudimentary knowledge of structural engineering.

On 3/16/2025 at 7:48 AM, Crossy said:

 

 

 

 

Crossy,

I really appreciate your invaluable advice on all things electrical.

Sorry, I could be totally wrong on this but....

to my untrained eyes (not a structural engineer by any means) the design of that roof add-on looks to be suspiciously structurally deficient to be able to support long term the weight of that many panels.

Thanks guys

So it sounds like I'd need to choose one of the  meters as the "master" and then proceed from that.

I'm thinking about selecting the older house as the host location for the solar panels and hardware.

Does it mean then that it would make the most sense to choose the analog meter/overhead line as the only link to the utility company?

In that case how should I go about the digital meter/underground line?

Completely disconnect or leave it in the idle state?

Sorry, I don't know much about the local electrical regulations/common practices.

Hello.

I"m interested in a solar system that would be capable of covering the vast majority of our electrical needs,

I don't know much about solar and all things electrical.

I live in a newly built house located at a distance of approximately 15 m from another, much older house, which is occupied by my parents in law.

Both houses are on the same lot/property.

Each house is connected to a separate electrical meter.

The older house is connected via an analog type, while the newer house - via a digital.

Both meters reside on the same pole.

The digital meter supplies electricity to the newer house via an underground cable , while the spinner is connected to the older house via an overhead line.

I pay all electrical bills.

I'm thinking of installing a hybrid system with batteries that would be big enough to cover both houses electrical needs while still having an option to draw from the utility company during the prolong rainy, overcast weather.

All solar equipment (panels, inverter, batteries) will reside in close proximity to the older house.

Questions:

1) How would you configure the connection to the utility company considering the above-described situation with two meters/households?

2) Would it be OK to run an underground cable from the solar station to the second house electrical inlet with an estimated run of 20m?

Thank you

2 minutes ago, transam said:

2. More expensive "Super" has extra additives to keep things clean.

Some "snake oil" as is the case with gasoline additives?

OK,

after looking into the topic I've discovered that the letter B(x) with the number stands for the biodiesel percentage content. 

With palm oil being the most likely bio-sourced additive produced in Thailand.

The "Super Power" grade is what I'd assume to be the marketing term for the premium diesel grade, which is specific to the particular fuel distributing chain.

Other chains market their premium grades under different names.

On 5/18/2024 at 12:37 AM, Dublin01 said:

Booking now open,  est delivery sept 🙂

 

Apparently the V6-fitted Everest models are extremely popular in Australia where Ford is still having trouble delivering enough of them just to keep up with the demand.

I'd assume they'll also release the V6 version of Everest in Thailand sometime soon since they have already introduced the V6 Ranger over here.

Diesel vs Diesel B7 vs Super Power Diesel B7

What's the difference between them?

Why is the Super Power Grade so much more expensive?

Which grades are acceptable for a modern car?

1 minute ago, DrJack54 said:

Does not matter if you enter Thailand by air or land/sea border.

Which border crossings are available in the North?

I've been told everything is closed.

I'd rather consider an Agent instead of driving, flying long distances.

Could you please suggest an agent(s) in Chiang Mai?

Just now, DrJack54 said:

You could consider a border bounce and obtain a non O at your immigration office.

That would require 400k in Thai bank account in your name only on day of application. 

Does it mean that I can fly out of country to the nearest foreign airport and then come back on the same day visa exempt?

And that would allow me then to apply locally for Non-O?

14 minutes ago, Liquorice said:

Not qualified on what basis.

 

Are you legally married and living with your wife?
Did your wife attend with you?
Were your documents in order?

 

Under section 2.4 of Order 327/2557 you can apply for a 30-day extension for tourism purposes.
Under section 2.24 you can apply for a 60-day extension to visit a Thai spouse.

Not qualified on the basis living in the vicinity of the office making their own rules.

My wife was with me.

No problems with documents.

I'm on a 30-day extension of the tourist visa.

9 minutes ago, DrJack54 said:

It should not be an issue.

Here is old thread but nothing has changed.

Note in ubonjoe second post he points out that this extension can be obtained from a tourist visa and even visa exempt entry.

Which immigration office is telling you "not possible":

 

https://aseannow.com/topic/1130123-re-60-day-extension-to-visit-your-wife/

Maehangson.

Just called Chiang Mai, they said no problem to do the 60 days family visit, but......

since I live in the vicinity of Mae Hangson then have to follow their rules!

My initial goal was to get the 60 days extension and then convert to Non-O.

Now I don't have any other options left (5 days left on my current visa extension) but to drive to Savannacket and apply for a Non-O over there.

My immigration office people told me "just" to fly to Syngapore from Chiang Mai and apply for Non-O from over there.

I don't think that route is the best option.

I've never done this before but remember reading that Savannacket has some shop on the Thai side specializing in Visa matters?

Where can I get more info?

Do they also require 400K for single entry Non-O?

Hello,

what are the restrictions for getting this extension (60 day to visit family)?

I've been just told by my local office that I'm not qualified.

I've entered Thailand on a Tourist Visa then gotten an TR extension for 30 days.

Now I want to get the 60 day extension to visit family members.

I was under impression that it's very easy to get without much restrictions as long as it hasn't been already used since the most recent border crossing.

I have 5 days left on my TR 30 day extension.

Just wanted to share what I've used -  a cheap and strong chemical anchor solution.

It is more than sufficient for hanging heavy objects.

The materials are readily available and don't cost nearly as much as compared to the industrial products such as Hilti.

Instead of using the expensive pre-made chemical anchors one can buy a cheap 1m threaded rod - available in either stainless or galvanized and sold in various thicknesses.

To make anchors use a hack saw to cut it into pieces to a desired length.

For an anchor adhesive use a Thai made Sanko VR-30 - less than 300B on Lazada.

https://www.sanko.co.th/sanko/en/vr-30.php?id=334

It's designed to be used with a common caulking gun. Also comes with two mixing nozzles.

Just remember to use a drill bit that is larger in diameter than the anchor itself, e.g. for the M8 anchor use a 10mm drill bit.

22 minutes ago, VocalNeal said:

 

Hilti Thailand about 1100baht for a pack of 20. Called perforated sleeves. The "test tube" type are on Lazada 12mm about 50 Baht each/

 

Thank you.

Have found the Hilti product but wasn't able to locate the "test tube" on Lazada.
Could you please share the link?

On 7/23/2022 at 2:11 PM, VocalNeal said:

Not exactly like this but...

 

The picture shows a nylon plastic insert (in yellow) that is specifically designed to be used with chemical anchoring adhesives.

Are there similar ones available for purchase in Thailand?

On 1/14/2024 at 12:40 AM, zzzzz said:

60 day tourist visa in advance, 30 day extension at immigration.  wont need onward flight

Is that normally the case with every airline? As in no need for an onward ticket with the 60-day Tourist Visa?

On 1/30/2024 at 3:20 PM, WalterTP said:

can I got through passport control at BKK along with my Thail wife or must I wait with the resy of the falang?

According to a recent thread you can go throuh the Thai line if traveling together.

btw, how long did it take them to issue the Visa?

1 hour ago, hotandsticky said:

 

Just to add to that - you don't have to be married.

You don't?

Then what's the accepted qualification?

1 hour ago, spidermike007 said:

I'm going to answer your original question rather than digressing onto the other immigration related issues here. Yes, it is much easier to enter Thailand with a Thai spouse, as you are allowed to go into the line for Thais only with a Thai spouse, and that does speed up the process. 

Thank you for mentioning.

I've never heard of it and wasn't aware of such an option.

Have you actually done that yourself?

Are there any other requirements other than entering the country together with a Thai Spouse? (e.g. entering with a Visa vs Visa exempt).

11 hours ago, DrJack54 said:

I Assume that you have a Thai bank account in your name only.

Which immigration office? 

Yeah, I do have a Thai bank account.

The immigration office is up North in the sticks - not much of foot traffic and they seem to just follow published procedures without any "inventions" of their own.

5 minutes ago, lopburi3 said:

You visit immigration with at least 15 days remaining with form/2k fee and proof of eligibility/Thai family member.

Money in the bank requirements for the conversion?