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Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 12:00am On Dec 26, 2022 |
mangolpupa: Hi mango, Kindly note that you can't connect 6 number of 12V batteries in a 48V configuration. Depending on your load, either you get a 24V inverter and connect the batteries in 2x3 (2S3P) configuration or you add 2 more batteries to make it a total of 8 batteries and then connect for a 48V system in 2x4 configuration. Cheers 1 Like |
Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 1:40am On Dec 24, 2022 |
isangjohnson: Though not on the list, why not consider Fangpusun sir? 1 Like |
Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 1:28am On Dec 24, 2022 |
jonescosmos: Hi Jonescosmos, If you can be kind enough to provide the details of your CC... What's the brand of CC? And while you did a 4S2P on it, did you go through the manual to study the efficiency curve of the CC? Do you actually know that the efficiency of some CCs actually reduces with increase in PV array voltage? (Beyond a certain voltage wrt the system voltage) These days, people hardly care to study the efficiency curve of their CC manual, they just want to connect panels in series as much as they can, simply because they're using MPPT... Funny! So many things could've contributed to the poor performance of your CC, including the settings too, but I can categorically tell you that , being a standalone is NOT in the list. Countless folks are still using using standalone system for years to run ACs, washing machine, heaters! etc, without single issue wrt charging. So, outrightly blaming your poor yield on the standalone setup, in combo with your "humble opinion" is extremely misleading, worrisome and might be discouraging to quite a number of people... Cheers 3 Likes |
Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 10:17am On May 29, 2022 |
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Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 3:57pm On May 18, 2022 |
ceaser: The bolded are so very untrue sir... We need to learn to buttress some points here without outrightly condemning some methodology here; especially methods that have worked and IS still working. It is true that using MC4 connector is a very fine and commendable method for joining external cables to panel own. It is also true that cutting off the panel cable and joining by twisting can cause some or all of your points, buy that's not always the case. You made it sound general. After all, whether you want to believe it or not, people have used MC4 and ended up with more wahala of no-contact or using inferior connector, which also results to some or all your points too. EVERYTHING depends on quality of material used and skill of the installer!!! Over 7 years, I've installed so many hundreds of panels and I never, for once, use MC4 connector for any installation. And for 5 years plus, I've ALWAYS handled all connections myself untill I was sure my guys can do it satisfactorily to my standard. As a matter of fact, only one of my guys can do that and he's the only one that can do connection aside myself. I did installation for one client.. 5 years later, while he was changing his batteries, he decided to add more panels. During the upgrade, the told me he noticed I cut the cables and that he would like me to use MC4 for the upgrade; that he's heard about the concerns you just pointed out. However, I asked him if his panel performance has dropped at any time, and he said no. However, I took him to the old connections and I gradually removed all the double layer insulations on ALL joints and I asked him to see if there's any form of degradation. Bros, all joints were still much intact. The insulation tape didn't degrade. The cables were still looking good; none was looking dark or corroded. That's how the man allowed me to do my thing. Now, I'm going to explain how exactly I do my connections using pictures. Pictures attached were taken 2 years ago, which I use for classroom explanations during my Training sessions. Follow the pictures according to the numbers. The only thing I want to add is this; most twisted connections have issues because most installers lack the skill and patience of proper cable joining. I've giving opportunity to some electricians and their twisting and insulating mannerism is just very local and road-side. Referring to the pictures, after twisting together the strands in Pic 4, I first use an "A Grade" flame retardant white insulation tape for the first taping (pic 5) I buy this tape at N750 at ShopRite. Then I use an original Scotch tape to do the 2nd and final taping (pic 6). See pic 8 for the tapes You can't use all this N50 insulation tape and won't expect it to untape (or unwind) as times go on. And during taping, ensure you tension the tape. For the exposure, I always ensure I tie cables to the rail, and I ensure all joint sides are directly covered by the panels. Sun or rain, none would near it. So, guy, there's absolutely nothing wrong with cutting off and joining. As long as you use the proper and professional method or joining. Even the National Electrical Code (NEC) and British Standard Code still have joining methods with different methodology like T-method, Married method etc... People should learn how to properly remove insulation, divide strands, and join cables. Then also, properly insulate them. And while insulating, give like 1inch gap down before you start insulating and work your way upwards,applying tension and leaving no single air-gap. Each year I go for maintenance (panel washing ) for clients, I inspect everything.... And always, all is intact and still performing optimally. Finally, one thing with cutting off the head would help you with is identifying if the panel you bought comes with copper (whether pure copper or tinned copper) or aluminium. Some years back, one man asked me to help check his set-up installed by somebody. The panels were just over 2years but no protection again. Like, the MPPT was not charging again and he was wondering whether the MPPT was bad. After troubleshooting, I told him that nothing is wrong with the MPPT and the problem could be that something is wrong somewhere with the Array. Right on the roof, I started disconnecting the panels to test them one after the other. And yes, MC4 was used. First 2 panels were okay but the 3rd one in the string wasn't reading any voltage. Out of 9panels, 6 were not reading. We now brought down all the panels. I decided to open the black boxes and test directly, bypassing the cables. Mehn, see decay! Cable has decayed at the point it's connected to the diode assembly and has literally decayed off. The cables were ALUMINIUM cables!!! In summary, we changed all cables and soldered copper cables to the diode assembly. That solves it. However, the man later changed all the panels... I've also had one client that bought Joysolar panels sometime and asked me to come and install. After cutting the first head and realising the cable was aluminium, we jejely changed all cables on all 12panels. And the annoying part is that, the aluminium is ALWAYS coated with copper colour. Not until you handle it, and then you'll realise it's aluminium.... That's is, if you can actually be able to differentiate However, when you buy original panels from original source, you won't have doubt as to whether they came with Copper or Aluminium. They always come with copper (pure or tinned). Whichever case, I love cutting and twist-joining... Trust me, some twist-joining outlasts some MC4 connections... Whatever anyone finds comfortable, the key thing is the professionalism you applied in whatever method .. Cheers 4 Likes
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Travel / Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by mcTrinity(m): 8:30am On May 11, 2022 |
vikaosi: *Your passport ID *Your Police clearance result (character report) *your Tb test results *Your partner's Visa *Your partner's CoS *CoS maintenance letter from Your partner's employer *Your partner's BRP *Marriage certificate |
Travel / Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by mcTrinity(m): 10:38pm On May 10, 2022 |
vikaosi: You're right... Go with your passport,of course. Then very importantly too, the TLScontact appointment email... Then the printout Checklist. If you paid for added value service, you'll need to print out that TLScontact receipt. Then, a copy of your passport data page (I did mine coloured). I believe you uploaded the required documents when you were applying. Otherwise, you'll need to physically go with them and have them uploaded there ... Thanks |
Travel / Re: UK Spouse Visa/Appeal Process-part2 by mcTrinity(m): 7:44pm On May 10, 2022 |
vikaosi: Dear Vikaosi, Finally I see someone that speaks same "language" with me..lolz I've read some posts and I've been confused.. Cost was just $317, as the only fee, unlike the over $3,000 I've been seeing here for Spouse Visa. Really seem there are different versions of Spouse or Partner Visa. And I also remembered that when my wife and I were applying for it, we changed application 3 times. The first two links were strange and has so many questions and requirements, including the English results or degree and many other things someone has listed earlier here. But she was like, it can't be those, and later got the link we finally used from a colleague. And decision was concluded within 3weeks. (Applied on March 29th, went for biometrics on April 5 at Abuja VAC, and got mail that Visa was ready for collection on April 27) Collected my Visa just this afternoon, and by God's grace, it's approved. So, it actually seems there are different versions of Spouse/partner Visa, for different reasons or benefits I believe I also pray that those still awaiting decision would receive theirs soonest...with favourable decision. Cheers all EDITED: And no, we didn't upload any single picture nor chats nor any form of receipts or bills 2 Likes |
Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 6:09pm On Mar 31, 2022 |
earthrealm: Same issue with both ATS...
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Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 9:15pm On Mar 27, 2022 |
Good evening house, Anybody with an idea of any device capable of converting split-phase 220VAC to normal single phase 220VAC source. After installing a Felicity inverter, I discovered every other thing in the house is working fine, except the ATS (used, with a timer, to control freezer operation) . With NEPA, the ATS outputs fine, but with inverter output, it's "vibrating". Never experienced such issue with other inverters. I was later made to understand that Felicity inverters have split phase output source, hence its not compatible with the ATS coil. Anyone with idea of a device that can serve in between or with an alternative solution... Thanks. You can also kindly reach me on 081-8-2625213 (Whatsapp) |
Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 3:20pm On Jan 29, 2022 |
Mfunkynation: Yes sir |
Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 8:38am On Jan 24, 2022 |
temmyt20: Stay within the green zone... Cheers 3 Likes
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Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 8:30am On Jan 24, 2022 |
Valto: Especially the ones that are "made in Canada" |
Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 8:16pm On Jan 18, 2022 |
olopan: Port Harcourt isn't far from Eket... Have done some jobs in PH. Refer to page 1110 for my recent installation pics, with my digits, and reach out should my "qualifications" interest you . Cheers 1 Like |
Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 11:02am On Jan 16, 2022 |
samnaija: See if you can make the battery balancer two... Cheers 1 Like |
Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 11:01am On Jan 16, 2022 |
samnaija: Hello Damnaija, . You're welcome sir. However, I hope you didn't use only one balancer for a 5-string battery bank? One balancer can conveniently serve a 2-string battery bank. I drew the diagram for explanation purpose. For example, in my recent installed Pic, I used 3 balancers for a 4-string battery bank. Cheers |
Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 8:54am On Jan 14, 2022 |
ceaser: Good point @bolded As for the battery tech, both options were presented to the man, each with its detailed pros and cons... The client decided to go for LA for now... And as of December ending when the execution was initiated, he could "afford" LA He's also not too exposed to Solar system and he needed to first start with something less "complicated" 1 Like |
Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 8:40am On Jan 14, 2022 |
ojeysky: Thanks Ojeysky, As of December ending, the man only intended going for 6 batteries, hence the 24V setup. And this January, the man suddenly decided to add extra 2 batteries with additional 4 panels. However, I actually preferred this 24V setup to 48V... More balanced 1 Like |
Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 1:08pm On Jan 13, 2022 |
2/2 3.96KW 3-stream PV Array 2 Likes
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Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 1:02pm On Jan 13, 2022 |
1/2 Safely, Neatly, and Professionally Executed!!! *3.5KVA/24V Inverter *19.2KWh Battery Bank Storage (Amaron Quanta) *80A 150V Fangpusun Flexmax MPPT *50A 100V Fangpusun MPPT - x2 081-826-25 213 (Call/SMS/WhatsApp) 15 Likes 2 Shares
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Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 9:16am On Jan 13, 2022 |
Michaelondon53: I've heard or read it increases self discharge of the batteries... Just to be on caution side, kindly place on a wood or any non-conductive material to isolate them from direct contact with the floor |
Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 8:49pm On Jan 10, 2022 |
nonoski: Might need to set the Re-bulk voltage well 1 Like |
Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 8:37pm On Jan 10, 2022 |
Finishing coming on the road... 1 Like
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Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 7:11pm On Dec 11, 2021 |
100A DC Energy Wattmeter * with DC shunt and Current Transformer - 12k * with DC shunt only - 10k 081-8-2625213 (Call/SMS/Whatsapp)
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Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 7:03pm On Dec 11, 2021 |
*1-pole (10A, 16A, 32A, 40A) 5k each *2-pole (100A) 8k each 081-8-2625213 (SMS/Call/WhatsApp)
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Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 6:56pm On Dec 11, 2021 |
CLEARANCE SALES!!! PV Box... Contains * 5pcs of 20A 1000VDC Bussmann fuses with fuse carriers and a bus link * 3-pole 600VDC Eaton DC surge device * +ve, - ve, and ground terminal connectors with cable links 55k 081-8-2625213 (Call/SMS/Whatsapp)
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Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 2:09pm On Dec 08, 2021 |
omotoda: Actually depends on the battery. Amaron Quanta still have 1,200 cycles at about 50% DoD |
Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 7:37pm On Dec 07, 2021 |
mctfopt: Yeah... Kindly see the attached
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Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 4:03pm On Dec 06, 2021 |
mctfopt: Hahaha.... Thanks for the review sir. I've already gotten the data sheet from the supplier I'm getting the batteries from. 4 years is very okay and I believe it could do more years with proper management I appreciate your feedback sir. Cheers 2 Likes |
Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 10:20pm On Dec 02, 2021 |
Good evening house... Anybody here with honest review on NXT INDEX battery? How reliable is it? And any idea of the absorption and float voltage levels? Thanks
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Satellite TV Technology / Re: Solar Energy, A Complement To FTA by mcTrinity(m): 9:16am On Nov 22, 2021 |
Valto: Lolz... Have you forgotten that, not too long, someone marketed CanadianSolar 300W panel for 34k here? Made right in Canada for that matter Who was that again Because, if my brain is not painting me, I think it's this same guy... One day he'll market Victron Quattro 15KVA for 350k. Maybe he goes to the country of manufacture and carry the items in his pocket as luggage 8 Likes |
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