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How do I know which MidNite Solar Clipper to buy and how many ohms I need?
Posted by Louis Stamatelos, MidNite Solar on May 2nd 2019
The ohms resistance depends on the wind turbine you're using and such factors as:
1) open circuit voltage
2) wattage
3) whether the turbine is 3-phase, wild AC, or DC
Does MidNite Solar offer any shunt trip breakers?
Yes. Any of MidNite Solar's circuit breakers ending in "RT" for remote trip is a shunt trip breaker. These remote trip, or shunt trip circuit breakers have an external attachment at the rear of the br
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What is the difference between an IronRidge T-Bolt and Square Bolt?
The bolt you choose is a matter of preference. Some installers prefer the permanence of the square bolt because they can only be installed or removed at the end of a rail. Others prefer the flexibilit
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Should my IronRidge Stopper Sleeve be the same size as my solar panel, or a few millimeters shorter?
You should select the same size IronRidge Stopper Sleeve as your solar panel. For example, if you have a 46mm tall solar panel, you would select the 46mm size stopper sleeve.
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How does the Schneider Electric 130-0004-03-01 Battery Temperature Sensor mount on a battery terminal? I don't see a lug to attach it to a terminal.
The backside has an adhesive so that you can stick the sensor to the side of a battery. It does not have a lug to attach to a terminal. It is recommended that you attach to the warmest battery.
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I have a wild AC turbine that is sending out 180 volts in my environment. Will the MidNite Solar MNKID-HWB Charge Controller clamp down on the voltage even though the voltage input shows 150VDC max?
Yes, however, depending on the specifics of your system, you may end up having to divert some hydro. If you want to play it safe, you may want to consider the MidNite Solar Classic 200 Charge Controll
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What is the maximum PV input to the MidNite Solar Classic 150 Charge Controller?
The MidNite Solar Classic 150's operating voltage is 150 volts, so that is your maximum input, however, the Classics have a unique HyperVOC feature which will prevent damage to your charge controller
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Is the DIN rail mount also a busbar in the MidNite Solar MNBABYBOX?
No, the DIN rail mount is only a mount for your circuit breakers. A bus bar is not included with this item.
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Do I need an additional load dump with the Primus Wind Power Wind Turbine?
A dump load (aka diversion load) is not necessary for the turbine to operate, however, it can be used if you have the need. Typically the turbine is not used with a dump load as the control board insi
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What is the difference between the MidNite Solar MNKID-B and the MNKID-HWB for Hydro & Wind?
The MidNite Solar MNKID-B is programmed for solar applications only, whereas the MNKID-HWB is programmed for use with hydro systems and/or wind turbines. In other words, they differ in the software th
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