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I've been doing my research and read lots on this forum and I've decided to go with Suntech panels, now the question is which ones. We have...
As title says guys.
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Hope your all well, I am new to the forum.
I am about to launch my new business in the world of renewable energy as a supplier. As...
Looking at doing a PV course next and was wondering which is the best (most recognised) one to take?
Getting confused on the C&G website by all...
Which solar course is best niceic course or city and guilds?
Hi did the NICEIC health and safety course with ppl training today the trainer was ok but said the nic solar course was the best and the city and...
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It’s my first posting on the Forum so please go easy on me. I’m a NVQ 3 sparks just setting out in a new family venture, installing PV. We...
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Does anyone know which Schuco clip goes with the JA Poly 245 module?
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Hi all, I need to refit/extend an older installation and I'm not sure what brand of mounting rail this is so I can obtain some compatible fixings...
Hi all, I am looking to get into pv installation but not sure which of the courses to take? I have seen 3 advertised....c&g, logic and also...
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Hi, I wonder if any expert on this forum can advise me as to which of the generally-available inverters has the best,least choppy AC waveform? I...
c and g niceic bpec ???????
I am seriously confused about which course to do..........
c and g is a safe bet but which do you chaps recommend
Hi, been looking at a 4kw Pv install and got it down to two possible inverters and two possible panel types.
Ive found company that I'm happy with...
Is there a particular panel you would always recommend over any other manufacturer?
I'm currently looking for information to cover my roof which...
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This is my first post, and I'll come clean at the outset; I'm not an electrician nor a solar installer. BUT I am in the process of getting...
Hi guys, any one can advise im having a 4kw pv fitted and stuck between schuco poly 225 @ £9995
and schott mono 190 @ £11300 both with a sma...
I have been looking at adding another renewable to the business. So far in stalling solar PV i am wondering what is the next best renewable as far...
I have 1.2 kWp on my small unshaded south facing roof, with no room to expand....
I'm about to add another 1.6 kWp on my flat roofed extension at...
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I have been looking at installing a 3.96kwp solar pv system at my farm. There are three possible sites for the installation and I am trying...
Hi Guys , currently looking to change multi meter , considering megger 1551 does anyone know if sufficient for testing isolation Rods ???
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I have just made up frames for my groundmount for 16 suntech 190's , manufactured out of galvanised box section, the space between each frame is...
All, This is my first thread!!b Thank you. I have my own Electrical Contractor company and have been an electrician for 17 years with all the City...
As the title says, in the desperate situation we find ourselves in, is there a /best/worst fit provider to go with?Who would you recommend? I'm...
Guys can you help which inverters are available out there for 2 1.5 systems, customer has already got a 1.4KW system and wants another 1.5 system...
Hi, I have been searching the forum for information on inverters and their comparative efficiencies, I havent found anything so was hoping someone...
Looking to put either:
1. 8 x 180 sharp on south and 8 x 180 west
2. 8 x 180 sharp in south and 6 x 180 west
which inverter can power the 2...
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We are being quoted at the moment for a 4kW PV install, with 16 x Sanyo HIT250 panels. Roof is approx 45 degrees and south facing. Location...
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Im quoting for a customer who wants 12 panels on his roof 8 will be facing south and 4 facing west. Which inverter do you guys...
We have just had our renewal through for our company insurance. It is through NAPIT which is backed by Hiscox, excellent service and a good...
ive just completed an install in huntingdon near cambs i just want to verify what the DNO of this area is? its my first install and want it done...
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im hopefully going to enrol on a photovalic course not sure which one i need to go on any help would be great?
all i want to do is install and...
as in the title, which is the better course to do. i`m not in a position to work for myself just yet so if an employer was looking which course...
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I am looking at adding Solar PV Installations, but stuck as to which qualification to go for in order for me to become MCS accreddited...
Perennial question I know. Some little toerag knicked my Dewalt 18v combi drill and tool folder on Friday. Sorting out a replacement. What do you...
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Couple of points, I have been sub contracting for a large company doing the electrical side of PV installations for the last 3 weeks. Is...
I have just driven to Good Energy with 2 FIT forms from customers to register them.
As this whole industry is in pantomime mode at the moment, and...
Had a quick google and all i can find is installers, but i'm looking to purchase actual panels, inverters etc etc etc. Hopefully a company in the...
Does anyone know which Schuco mid/end clips I should use for REC 240PE modules. Help sincerely appreciated.
Does anyone know if Schuco have a suitable end clip & mid clip for BP4190T panels and REC-240PE panels. Any help sincerely appreciated.
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I was just wondering what the most popular panels are that you guys fit?
I was thinking maybe the 190w and 230w?
Any help would be...
the worlds gone mad, wheres all the kit gone???????????????????
have the "rent a roof " boys stockpiled everything
where can we find lastest news on court case tomorrow??????:helmet:
Hi all i just want to check if everything is ok with my 1st 50kw solar install.
I have run a submains from an existing main consumer unit which...
Hi everyone, I have been trying to find somewhere to undertake training for solar PV installation in Norwich/ Norfolk. Does anybody have any ideas...
I am interested in gaining my MCS accreditation but at the moment I am a part p registered electrician who works mainly in high voltage...
My solar panels and battey system were installed and MCS certified back in 2016. unfortunately the installers went bust not long after the install...
Hi all, just beginning the solar pv journey . Have a contract in place for ten installs and looking for a reasonably priced supplier of kits...
Having had a change of circumstances the company I work for are now looking to subcontract some electrical design works. Does anyone know of...
hi! :angel_smile: I'm new here today because...
I have just been given a Sanyo HIT N235SE10. A friend picked it up and 'thought of me' ...
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