[RE-wrenches] grid tied systems with seperate generator back up

[Chris Mason]

Sorry, autocorrect.  A Generac smart management module.
On Feb 5, 2016 15:34, "Chris Mason" <cometenergysystems at gmail.com> wrote:

> A general smart management module will sense the generator is running and
> disconnect the inverter.  No wires required.
> On Feb 5, 2016 14:33, "Daniel Tittmann" <daniel at greenwired.com> wrote:
>
>> Esteemed colleagues-
>>
>> We are finding more and more clients with existing utility back up
>> generators that are wanting grid inter tied solar systems.  Many of these
>> clients are not willing to go the extra mile to interface the solar system
>> with the back up gen.  I am wondering if any of you out there have found
>> simple fail safe solutions for preventing generator back feed when relays
>> and switch gear are difficult or impossible to implement.
>>
>>  I have been thinking perhaps a large enough diode on the gen output
>> could do it, but then what happens to the grid tied inverter when there is
>> no where for the power to go?
>>
>> I know this is vague, but I am searching the hive to see if there is a
>> better way to make these customers happy and make the sale.
>>
>> Thanks
>> Daniel
>>
>>
>> Daniel Tittmann
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