Solar System page updated
Posted: Mon Jun 04, 2007 5:15 pm
Over the course of the last month or more, I've finally gotten my renewable energy system reinstalled at the new place. It was a ~lot~ of work, even considering that much of the gear was already assembled. I had to build a new framework out of pressure treated lumber to support the PV panels, purchase aluminum angle to build more PV module racks, and dig a trench for the AC supply wiring. In all it was a job, but its done.
As a result, I've updated my "Solar System" page with photos and information about the new installation.
For those of you who wish to aviod MEGO as a result of long descriptions about esoteric electrical equipment, here's the short story:
The main 24 volt system with 18 Siemens SP-75 PV panels, all racked up in the front yard.
The power control cabinet, moved from the city installation and connected to the newly re-racked panels.
I'm keeping a close eye on the utility meter, and so far, I've purchased only 18 kilowatt hours (about $1.70 worth) of utility power over the course of the last ten days. That may change tomorrow, as we are going into a spell of clouds and rain, but it's sure nice to see some power coming out of the sky for a change.
As a result, I've updated my "Solar System" page with photos and information about the new installation.
For those of you who wish to aviod MEGO as a result of long descriptions about esoteric electrical equipment, here's the short story:
The main 24 volt system with 18 Siemens SP-75 PV panels, all racked up in the front yard.
The power control cabinet, moved from the city installation and connected to the newly re-racked panels.
I'm keeping a close eye on the utility meter, and so far, I've purchased only 18 kilowatt hours (about $1.70 worth) of utility power over the course of the last ten days. That may change tomorrow, as we are going into a spell of clouds and rain, but it's sure nice to see some power coming out of the sky for a change.