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Possible Good News for Solar PV Installers
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-65097319
Dustydazzler
Tuesday at 8:43 PM
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installers
news
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Solar trips rcbo c16
There are 2 inverters feeding into a dorman smith C16 rcbo , every time I visit this site (communal area power) it has tripped. it switches on...
newfutile
Tuesday at 3:10 PM
Electrical Forum
rcbo
solar
trips
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Tuesday at 3:36 PM
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Solar SWA cable run 10mm or 16mm
Morning, I was just looking for some advice on what other sparks would do for the following scenario:- A detached Garage is going to house a...
Paul_Wales
Monday at 11:32 AM
Electrical Forum
consumer board
solar
swa
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Monday at 1:55 PM
davesparks
Ecodan with battery and solar
Hi all doing a high end new build and client has solar and battery storage going in (done by others for mcs grant ) I was talking to plumber about...
Highspark24/7
Sunday at 9:14 PM
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ecodan
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How accurate are solar panel output readings?
Hello Is it possible for solar panel monitoring to over state the actual power generated by the system? My friend’s 6.4kW system has generated...
Goldfinch1
Feb 22, 2023
Solar PV Forum | Solar Panels Forum
output
panel
readings
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Mar 20, 2023
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How much solar power generated today?
Hello Our 4kW solar system generated 4.4kWh today (Sunday 13/03/23) compared with our neighbour’s 6.4kW system which generated 19kWh. Clearly...
Goldfinch1
Mar 12, 2023
Solar PV Forum | Solar Panels Forum
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today
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Mar 13, 2023
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New solar installation - cable sizing and no cables for battery installation...
So, I already have solar (an older FITS installation) and it's been particularly successful so I want to extend this. I'd like to do two things at...
rappel
Mar 13, 2023
DIY Electrical Advice
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Mar 13, 2023
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Spare solar energy, how to measure?
We have solar PV panels (1.5kw) and I'm curious about fitting an immersion diverter to use any spare solar energy for heating water rather than...
geojay
May 16, 2022
Solar PV Forum | Solar Panels Forum
energy
solar
spare
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Mar 13, 2023
Amit Bajayee
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solar/mains switch on 13a socket
I have some solar panels producing up to 10 KW and I wish to switch a 13 amp socket on when solar is being generated and off when solar stops and...
alfier
Jan 31, 2023
Electrical Engineering Chat
socket
switch
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Mar 12, 2023
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ADVICE ON TT OR TN-S FOR OUTSIDE SOLAR CABINET
Please see attached diagram, can someone advise on if this TT connection is correct for an outside solar metal enclosure as shown in the diagram...
J L
Feb 28, 2023
Electrical Forum
outside
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tn-s
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Feb 28, 2023
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Solar Panels
3 Phase Domestic Solar Installation
Help please, this is my first post on this subject regarding solar panel / battery installation into house with 3 phase supply. I am a DIY level...
wormcharmer
Feb 27, 2023
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Feb 27, 2023
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Hager High integrity board + RCBO’s + solar install.
Hi, I have a dual RCD board made by Hager installed a couple of months ago. It is high integrity, which I understand to mean RCBO’s can be...
Debrahim
Feb 19, 2023
Electrical Forum
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Feb 21, 2023
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3ph solar inverter fault code - bus voltage unbalanced
So my friend's inverter is not working and fault code says - bus voltage unbalanced. Has anyone come across with something like that? Inverter is...
Erik K
Feb 12, 2023
Solar PV Forum | Solar Panels Forum
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Solar immersion wiring, Sunsynk smart load
Hi, I'm after some help please. I have a 21 panel 8.5kw system with 5kw export allowance and a Sunsynk 8kw inverter. The inverter has a smart...
1animal1
Feb 12, 2023
Solar PV Forum | Solar Panels Forum
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Feb 12, 2023
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Surge protection for Solar panels...
Hi, I have recently had 18 solar panels (390W) fitted to my roof. The system is a GivEnergy. A Gen 1 Hybrid 5kW inverter (Gen2 version could not...
Peter - Retired Engineer
Jan 24, 2023
Electrical Wiring, Theories and Regulations
protection
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Jan 26, 2023
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Solar Panels
Will a CT clamped on meter tails, energy monitor, get distorted by solar input.
V.early days, just had installed solar. No battery, also supply of some parts difficult at the moment so no App or Online monitoring. I have a...
Bignose2
Jul 7, 2022
Solar PV Forum | Solar Panels Forum
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1K
Jan 25, 2023
HKafeman
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Minimum space between solar panel and roof window
Hi. We are planning a loft conversion and I want to arrange the velux roof windows so that I maximise the space available to install solar panels...
ionionascu
Jan 25, 2023
Electrical Forum
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window
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Jan 25, 2023
ionionascu
Solar panel installation course?
I would like to learn more about solar panel installations, with a view to fitting them. I cant find any in the Gloucester/Stroud area but have...
HappyHippyDad
Jun 6, 2022
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Jan 20, 2023
Sparky's Auntie
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Combining 16a solar feeds
I have 2 x 16a eps feeds coming from 2 x solar inverters. I want to combine them to feed a 32amp db that will be used in case of power cuts to run...
darrenptalbot
Jan 16, 2023
Electrical Forum
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Jan 18, 2023
darrenptalbot
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Is it possible for many more if not all electricians to be trained up regarding solar PV
Is it possible for all or at least most electricians to be trained up in the wiring of solar PV installations, particularly the iBoost or Eddy or...
TTtttt
Jan 17, 2023
DIY Electrical Advice
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solar pv
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Jan 18, 2023
SJD
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Solar system - Hybrid inverter in a shared RCD
Greetings, I have a solar 5kw system installed with a hybrid inverter (no batteries yet). My electrician decided to add an extension board for the...
wawyed
Jan 15, 2023
Solar PV Forum | Solar Panels Forum
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Jan 16, 2023
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Superdeal Meter: how do they work & best way to connect Solar & Battery storage
I have a client on a Superdeal tariff from SSE, the Superdeal Meter has 3 sets of tails coming out of it feeding 3 DBs: (i) DB1 - the main board...
woodster92
Jan 13, 2023
Electrical Forum
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Jan 14, 2023
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Solar on a metal roof
Hi all. Installing some panels on a shed roof (trapezoid) just wondering your thoughts on earthing the roof. The roof sits on the wooden...
bigspark17
Jan 11, 2023
Electrical Forum
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Jan 12, 2023
pc1966
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Solar metal roof earthing
Hi all. Installing some panels on a shed roof (trapezoid) just wondering your thoughts on earthing the roof. The roof sits on the wooden...
bigspark17
Jan 9, 2023
Electrical Forum
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Jan 9, 2023
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Solar CT installation
Afternoon guys, I have a solar installation. The panels and Fox ESS hybrid inverter, Fox Cube batteries, are all installed in the garage. They...
Sparks101
Jan 2, 2023
Electrical Forum
installation
solar
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Jan 3, 2023
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Solar PV going in - Time to replace consumer unit?
Hello, DIY'er here looking for some advice. In March 2023 we should be getting 5.5kW of solar PV going on the roof feeding into the current...
davelittlewood
Dec 28, 2022
Electrical Forum
consumer unit
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Dec 29, 2022
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Best solar qualification?
I'm considering doing a solar pv and battery storage course in the new year. Having done some research I've found several different awarding...
Roberts7286
Dec 20, 2022
Solar PV Forum | Solar Panels Forum
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qualification
solar
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1K
Dec 23, 2022
Gavin John Hyde
Solar i boost taking out thermal cutout
Hi all. Has anybody experience solar iboost creating problems with immersion heater safety cut out? Does the iboost somehow heat the tank higher...
bigspark17
Dec 20, 2022
Electrical Forum
cutout
solar
thermal
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438
Dec 22, 2022
davesparks
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What resistance should a Solar iboost Clamp have?
Can someone tell me what the resistance should be for a Solar iboost Clamp? My clamp is regestering zero ohms and I want to confirm this is the...
4Dave C
Dec 17, 2022
Solar PV Forum | Solar Panels Forum
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308
Dec 17, 2022
4Dave C
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Solar and splitting tails
Evening all. I have a question as I can’t get my head around something with solar PV I’m going to be working on a new build in a couple of...
Raptor0014
Nov 29, 2022
Electrical Forum
solar
tails
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929
Dec 10, 2022
Gavin John Hyde
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Dual phase Solar install with Battery - Getting batteries to cross phases.
Ok so I am an electrician but don't really do solar, my partners sister has a holiday let complex, due to her energy bills rising to £36k a year...
catdog1121
Dec 10, 2022
Electrical Forum
battery
phases
solar
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397
Dec 10, 2022
brianmoooore
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For Sale
Pylontech US2000 48V 2.4kWh Lithium Storage Solar Batterys(2)
Due to an upgrade I need to find a new home, I'm offering for sale these Pylontech US2000 48V 2.4kWh Lithium Storage Solar Batterys(2) in superb...
hilly71
Dec 7, 2022
For Sale and Wanted Forum
lithium
solar
storage
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Dec 7, 2022
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Solar system issue. Please help
Good morning all, I don’t understand why my battery has been charged from AC to 23% every time. Charging from AC is disabled in the app. I...
figar82
Nov 28, 2022
Solar PV Forum | Solar Panels Forum
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Nov 29, 2022
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fault on solar panels
I'm in need of help with my SMA Sunny-Boy solar panels. Model-SB4000TL-20. Fault code-35 Isolation resistance. Only happens when both DC lines are...
mjones
Nov 27, 2022
DIY Electrical Advice
panels
solar
solar panels
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207
Nov 27, 2022
mjones
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About to attend solar PV Course
Hi We are due to attend a solar and battery storage course next week and we want to get the most out of it is there any advice anyone can give on...
xXSmudgeXx
Nov 22, 2022
Solar PV Forum | Solar Panels Forum
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solar
solar pv
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Nov 22, 2022
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Solar Electricians Needed In Hampshire and Surrounding areas!
This is a permanent role. We are currently looking for an approved electrician with a minimum of 1 year experience in Solar. Good salary and...
Future Rec Agency
Nov 10, 2022
Electrical Work Up For Grabs
electrician
solar
southampton
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Nov 10, 2022
Future Rec Agency
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Fix Shed Solar Lights
Hi, I purchased these from Amazon about a year ago. They worked okay then stopped working. There is a few alternatives to buy but are very...
afarr86
Nov 5, 2022
Electrical Forum
lights
shed
solar
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Solar iBoost died
Hi all I have a solar iboost unit on my hot water system. It's about 3 years old. It's been working fine up to now but appears to have died. The...
Ajax123
Apr 1, 2021
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Nov 5, 2022
Guinnesstain
Solar PV earthing earth rod or main earthing terminal in house
Hi installing my first solar PV on my own home before starting the courses next year and need some advice on earthing PV. System 6kw solar PV - 2...
richardg
Oct 8, 2022
Solar PV Forum | Solar Panels Forum
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earth
earthing
solar pv
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Solar iboost connection on an unvented system
Just thinking of putting a solar iboost on to a Santon premiere systemfit, as it says there should be " NO electronic controllers between the...
Babysquip
Oct 16, 2022
Central Heating Systems
connection
iboost
solar
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509
Oct 16, 2022
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