[RE-wrenches] Nickel-Iron Batteries

[William Dorsett]

I don't know that there are any new sources for NiFe batteries and the last
ones were either from China and Hungary. While they were advertised as new,
some at least arrived in obviously used condition. They are reputed to be
nearly indestructible, but I've seen piles of used recycled ones. They do
have some good features such as easy recyclability, and use KOH as the
electrolyte so you don't have to worry about spills. If the price was good
and they are from a reliable source these could be good.

Bill Dorsett
Sunwrights
Manhattan, KS

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Sent: Saturday, May 05, 2012 1:35 PM
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Subject: [RE-wrenches] Nickel-Iron Batteries

Greetings,
Does anyone have experience with Iron Edison Batteries for an off grid
application?
They claim "excellent and reliable performance for 20+ years"
Thank you,
Phil Theis  NABCEP Certified PV Installer PennSun Solar
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