[RE-wrenches] Trace Power Module Upgrade?

[William Miller]

Ray:

I recommend changing out the BOS components.  I like to use Outback.  See 
this web page for some examples.

http://millersolar.com/MillerSolar/practices/Technical_Procedures/SW_Upgrade/_SW_Upgrade.html

William


At 12:41 PM 1/22/2012, you wrote:
>HI All;
>
>Does anyone have any experience with upgrades on a Trace Power Module?  It 
>basically was a single box with an SW5548 inverter and a C40 inside with 
>disconnects, some inside and some outside.  It doesn't seem to be code 
>compliant in my book, because several of the disconnects are accessible 
>only by removing the cover ,and exposing the user to live parts.  Space is 
>also a serious issue, and I was planning on adding a new MPPT 
>controller.  The owner wants to relocate all the equipment, so it seems a 
>good time to reevaluate the whole system.  I'm tending towards scrapping 
>the power module, and reusing the SW inverter with a different DC load 
>center.  Option 2: I might use the power module, but pull out all the PV 
>wiring and controller to a separate location next to it.  3rd option is to 
>start over with a whole new setup: new inverter, etc. but that's probably 
>not in the budget.
>I'm just looking for others experience and ideas.
>Thanks in advance as always,
>
>Ray Walters
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