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Forum: Appliances & Gadgets 11-02-11, 08:04 PM
Replies: 45
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Posted By RK_Solar_Hopeful
It seems there is some value to "over sizing" the...

It seems there is some value to "over sizing" the mini split heat pump. How much "extra" does it cost to run an over sized, say 3 ton vs 1.5 ton unit. The enjoyment of faster temperature recovery...
Forum: Appliances & Gadgets 11-02-11, 09:53 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 37,083
Posted By RK_Solar_Hopeful
The room is not that big, it looks like a one ton...

The room is not that big, it looks like a one ton might work.

But if you include the bathroom area, which is open to the master, then the larger unit might be needed. Have to do some measuring!...
Forum: Appliances & Gadgets 11-01-11, 06:14 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 37,083
Posted By RK_Solar_Hopeful
I was thinking the Sanyo 2 ton unit would be more...

I was thinking the Sanyo 2 ton unit would be more than enough to cool the master bedroom & bath. Most likely I'll breakdown and get the software to do a heat load calculation. Maybe I'll get lucky...
Forum: Appliances & Gadgets 11-01-11, 04:49 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 37,083
Posted By RK_Solar_Hopeful
I live in AZ so I'm hoping the COOLING capacity...

I live in AZ so I'm hoping the COOLING capacity will be enough. I was thinking of adding a mini split (#1) to the master bedroom to steady the temperatures. Right now the main A/C kicks on & off...
Forum: Appliances & Gadgets 10-30-11, 10:16 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 37,083
Posted By RK_Solar_Hopeful
Diversion load? Haven't decided yet. I think I...

Diversion load? Haven't decided yet. I think I need something variable upto about 1500watts. A hair dryer or something might work. That would balance almost 2 PV strings of power.

The islanding...
Forum: Appliances & Gadgets 10-30-11, 09:05 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 37,083
Posted By RK_Solar_Hopeful
You have a good DIY sense, hopefully you can help...

You have a good DIY sense, hopefully you can help me lower the cost of my PV control system.

The goal is to have an automated control system that will:
1. When grid power is up:
1.a. All strings...
Forum: Appliances & Gadgets 10-30-11, 08:25 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 37,083
Posted By RK_Solar_Hopeful
I predict your next vehicle will be all electric....

I predict your next vehicle will be all electric. My wife and I have second car that is still gas :(

Before I start designing my control system, a question.
You said you are controlling the Sanyo...
Forum: Appliances & Gadgets 10-30-11, 02:45 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 37,083
Posted By RK_Solar_Hopeful
I bought the largest that would fit on my south...

I bought the largest that would fit on my south facing roof. It's an all electric house and I have an electric car. So I'll probably still end up paying for some electricity, but the gas money saved...
Forum: Appliances & Gadgets 10-30-11, 09:28 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 37,083
Posted By RK_Solar_Hopeful
I am gratified that I found your post. It...

I am gratified that I found your post. It prompted me to join this forum. I am considering the use of SSRs to add more control to my enphase micro inverters. The original thread is on the wind-sun...
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