[RE-wrenches] Fullriver Battery meltdown

[Starlight Solar Power Systems]

I agree….that is something we have never done. These batteries are same date and both new when installed.

Larry



On May 10, 2018, at 3:49 PM, Rick Brown <rick at solshineenergyalternatives.com> wrote:

I’m inclined to agree with Maverick. Mixing old and new batteries is not recommended. Differing internal resistance coupled with potentially extreme temps can lead to thermal runaway. 

rick brown
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On May 10, 2018, at 6:02 PM, "maverick at mavericksolar.com <mailto:maverick at mavericksolar.com>" <maverick at mavericksolar.com <mailto:maverick at mavericksolar.com>> wrote:

> Looks like a mix of old and new Batteries in a cabinet too small to drain excessive heat gain. Was the cabinet shaded? Or exposed to direct sun? Temp sensor on charging source?
> What size interconnect cables were used? 
> Was it a bus system? 
> Absorb with End Amps was turned on?
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 

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