Out in the outback with OutBack [RE-wrenches]

[Joe Felker]

Another issue is the inverter's MPPT (Max Power Point Tracking).  That 
will need to be diasabled (via software)when connected directly to a DC 
generator.

Joe
Todd Cory wrote:
> 
> This still could be problematic. When the grid comes up, of the DC genny 
> 
> is not shut down, you could find the inverter selling generator power to 
> 
> the grid.
> 
> Todd
> 
> 
> Ezra Auerbach, DragonSun Consulting wrote:
> 
> >
> > Hi folks,
> >
> > A note on this string - there are auto start DC generators on the  
> > market which could be useful with grid tied battery based systems  
> > which need extended run time. A supplier of this type of generator  
> > (but clearly NOT the only supplier) is Alpha Technologies  
> > (www.alpha.com). One generator I particularly like is a Honda based  
> > AlphaGen which produces a steady 56 Vdc. It is not intended to be a  
> > multi-stage charger, the PV will take care of that. They are quiet,  
> > and would not need to interface with the FX inverters single AC input.
> >
> > Regards,
> >
> >
> > Ezra Auerbach
> >
> 



Joe Felker

Engineering Manager
NABCEP Certified Solar PV Installer
The Solar Center


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