[RE-wrenches] Enphase Recall?

[Mark Frye]

August,

We probably won't hear much from this end.  The bulk of Enphase inverters
have been installed by the beta test partner companies, Marin Solar, Borrego
Solar and others.  You can bet that these folks have an iron clad NDA in
place.

Right now, Enphase is way way behind on delivering the second generation
inverter, the M190. It appears that much of the problem with end user
deliveries is that they signed a big deal with Suntech/Akena for the
inverter to be integrated into the Andalay PV AC module.

It looks like the average small guy installer who wants a separate
inverter/module combination is being hung out to dry while Enphase gets into
bed with the big boys in pursuit of the complete package PV AC module.

Mark Frye
Berkeley Solar Electric Systems
303 Redbud Way
Nevada City,  CA 95959
(530) 401-8024
www.berkeleysolar.com 

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[mailto:re-wrenches-bounces at lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of August Goers
Sent: Thursday, June 18, 2009 6:57 AM
To: 'RE-wrenches'
Subject: [RE-wrenches] Enphase Recall?

Hi Wrenches,

I was at an inspection yesterday and the inspector asked me if we were
installing Enphase inverters. I told him that we have not to date - we're
waiting for a couple of years of solid performance history.

Anyway, he mentioned that he had heard that a batch of already installed
Enphase inverters was being recalled. I certainly don't want to start rumors
but I thought I'd see if any of you have more information in this case. I
have no idea if what he said is true or not.

Best,

August