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I hope it works out ok for you.

I second that...

Hi Guys, thanks for the replies. The Utility contract says to replace "like for like". I have new old stock of 225 watt panels I will use to replace the old 190w. I am removing the old panels today, so we will see what the result is. Thanks again for your advice.

Hi, thanks for the replies. I have checked Australian stock and they are all (out of stock). I believe it wont be till October the earliest. Thanks Shave I appreciate the offer, I will check it out and do my calculations. From what I have read, Solar Assistant seems to be the best option for...

I just noticed the cell voltage is adjustable via BMS software. It's currently 3.8 volts per cell X 15 =57 volts. I will adjust to 3.6 volts to get 54 volts and see if it changes. Not sure where to find the current limit settings. Thanks for all your help.

Not sure I understand your response. Do you mean removing the busbars. Can you draw a diagram if possible. The busbars were used to connect multiple batteries. I will address the cable length issue.

I will discuss with them next and see what can be done. At least I know it can be done..

The CSUN panel is 5.21A compared to the old Suntech 5.2A. I am not sure where the panel was as it was removed before testing. But I can tell you there were 2 strings in parallel which was a surprise. I would have thought that the string without a faulty panel would continue to work as normal...

Thanks for the replies. I found setting to Voltage was best in my case. Seems to work ok without going over voltage.

Any updates on this Ali battery saga. Im done.

Update. New panels installed and system working again. 1423 Watts and 176 volts. I still have room for 1 additional panel which should raise the voltage slightly. Last few days have been around 9KWH per day production. Thanks for all of your advice, much appreciated.

Thanks for your advice. I thought it would be ok I just needed confirmation. Cheers.

The panels I planned to use as replacements are not suitable due to voltage limitations of the inverter. I have found the faulty panel which was reading only (5v). I have a CSUN panel I can use that has the same specs as the old Suntech Panels. I will re-install the panels and check the results.

Hi, thanks for the info. I disconnected the DC cables into the inverter and checked the voltage and it was 170V. When you say Open Circuit Voltage > 400, do you mean if the panels were working correctly it would be >400v and not 170. I have some new old stock panels I may just replace them all...

Hi, i have a Sunny Boy SB1700 Grid Inverter approx 12 years old. (Installed 2011) It has 10 x Suntech STP190s Solar Panels. The inverter is displaying a fault saying "Waiting". I noticed the input DC voltage at the inverter is 170VDC. (Confirmed with a multi meter) The specs on the panels say...

Anyone had experience with these Chin hybrid Inverters. They seem to be ok based on the specs and reasonably priced. Anyone...

Hi all, I noticed on the DEYE 5KW Hybrid Inverter, the Float Voltage is set without the charge Voltage being available (Use Battery V Mode). I assume the Charge Voltage and Float Voltage are the same with less current output on the Float mode. Can someone with DEYE knowledge please advise if...

I wonder what he will actually receive.

I have confirmed with Solar Assistant by email that the inverter is compatible.

Hi, anyone know what settings need to be changed / adjusted on the DEYE String Inverters when AC Coupling via the GEN Port. The manual isn't very good at explaining things. My main concern is the "RUNNING PARAMETERS" in the user manual page 35 (3.6kw SUN-3.6-G04-AU). My problem so far is the...

Can anyone advise if the Deye String inverter can be AC coupled from the GEN side without the GRID connected to the Hybrid. I assume the Hybrid will sync to the String inverter instead of the GRID. Please correct me if I am wrong. (Micro Inv Input: To use the Generator input port as a...

Hi, anyone know where I can purchase a Raspberry PI 4B 4G from to use with Solar Assistant. I am located in Australia. Am willing to buy overseas as it seems impossible to buy in Australia Thanks.

Hi guys, I would like your thoughts on this wiring diagram for a changeover switch. Instead of changing 3 live and 1 Neutral, can it be configured to change 2 live and 2 neutral wires to run 2 appliances. There is no continuity between poles. Its just an idea I had to run 2 air-conditioners from...

Hi Don, thanks for the info. I am considering the MUST PH1800 Pro 5.2kw or similar instead of a AC coupled system with a Victron Multiplus and Fronius Grid Tie Inverter. Also considering this one. (pv3500-pro-series)...

Thanks guys.

Any updates??

Ok thanks thats nice to know. I will consider the parallel options.