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gregmcc »
Thu Apr 23, 2020 11:50 am
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Hi everybody,
Just thought it was time for an update. We have over 160 members which is very good. Thank you for your support!
A few new features...
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Thu Apr 23, 2020 12:23 pm
5033 Switched Disconnector at PCE
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Slovett »
Sun Feb 18, 2024 1:53 pm
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Hi,
Just a question about Array Switch Disconnector adjacent to the PCE.
I can't find the answer in either 5033:2012 or 5033:2021 (yet).
When...
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Last post by AlecK
Mon Feb 26, 2024 6:48 am
Earth wire type for PV Array
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JamieP »
Tue Sep 29, 2020 1:40 pm
Rating: 66.67%
5033 2012 4.4.2.3 says All PV array protective equipotential bonding conductors shall comply with the material,
type, insulation, identification,...
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Last post by PeteRig
Sat Feb 24, 2024 5:11 pm
Enphase Mirco Inverter System
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Slovett »
Mon Feb 12, 2024 2:43 pm
I have a job coming up involving a single phase Enphase Micro Inverter System.
I know 4777.1:2005 is the cited edition but Im reluctant to buy...
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Last post by AlecK
Tue Feb 13, 2024 9:06 am
Generator set up
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JamieP »
Mon Nov 27, 2023 6:00 pm
Rating: 11.11%
Posting on behalf as I don't have an answer.
The two socket outlets feed a 125A lifeguard unit with multiple RCBOs and a skid set up for the client....
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Last post by AlecK
Thu Nov 30, 2023 9:39 am
pv must be connected to an MEN switchboard
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Dan L »
Wed Aug 23, 2023 9:22 pm
Iv heard this rumour a few times from electricians but have not found anything that makes sense to me that backs this up?
Is there any truth in this...
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Last post by JamieP
Sat Aug 26, 2023 8:21 am
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Last post by Dan L
Sun Aug 06, 2023 9:42 pm
Alternative supply connected to db?
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Dan L »
Thu Apr 20, 2023 12:28 am
For example a back up generator. I have attached relavant info.
Reads to me like it only gives options to connect to an MEN switchboard.
But the...
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Last post by AlecK
Thu Apr 20, 2023 10:47 am
generator supply in an emergency
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AlecK »
Tue Mar 07, 2023 3:34 pm
Rating: 33.33%
Worksafe have published a technical bulletin (guidance document) for short-term connection of a genset to an installation in emergency.
Available...
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Last post by ShaneR
Thu Apr 06, 2023 1:45 pm
Certification of solar works
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by
sulli_21 »
Thu Mar 02, 2023 8:16 pm
I have been asked to wire up and connect the AC side of a solar system. That's all easy enough. Switchboard to inverter via isolator, bond from...
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Last post by AlecK
Fri Mar 03, 2023 12:28 pm
Inverter and battery in the bedroom
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by
Energy »
Sun Nov 06, 2022 9:23 pm
Rating: 11.11%
An inverter and battery( lithium) has been installed in a habitable space (bedroom) is that compliant? I see its not recommended which is clear but...
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Last post by TPower
Mon Nov 07, 2022 8:25 pm
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Last post by AlecK
Thu Sep 08, 2022 10:35 am
ASNZS5139
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by
TPower »
Thu May 05, 2022 6:07 am
On the EWRB website, on one of their toolbox topics titled; ‘Which Standards apply and where can I find them?’
Regarding PV systems, it states ‘The...
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Last post by gregmcc
Sat Jul 02, 2022 9:07 am
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Last post by JamieP
Mon Apr 25, 2022 11:11 am
Cable entry into DC isolator
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by
TPower »
Tue Mar 15, 2022 8:52 pm
Rating: 11.11%
Regarding cable entry into DC isolators via conduit, when isolator is indoors/adjacent PCE.
5033/2014 clause 4.4.4.6(c) states for DC isolators...
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Last post by PeteRig
Thu Mar 17, 2022 9:46 am
Is stand alone system inspectable
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Dan L »
Wed Oct 06, 2021 4:57 am
Is a stand alone generator system as shown in fig 7.6 inspectable.
its a generator supplying an MEN SWITCHBOARD.
ESR reg def of mains work...
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Last post by AlecK
Fri Dec 10, 2021 12:00 pm
Modules with different azimuth in series
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by
Biner »
Tue Nov 16, 2021 8:03 am
Good morning
I have been asked to do a solar inspection, first time I have come across a string in series with multiple azimuths/angles. Each module...
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Last post by AlecK
Tue Nov 16, 2021 10:31 am
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Last post by PeteRig
Sat Nov 13, 2021 9:25 am
Switchboard for Generator with RCBO
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by
Tiger »
Tue Sep 28, 2021 11:50 pm
Rating: 11.11%
Hi Everyone,
I am asked to do a switchboard for the a Hyundai Generator as per attached plate photo.
It is not connected to the grid and will not...
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Last post by Tiger
Thu Sep 30, 2021 12:24 pm
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Last post by AlecK
Wed Sep 01, 2021 1:48 pm
Solar Inverter RCD protection
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by
JamieP »
Tue Aug 24, 2021 10:00 am
Rating: 11.11%
I recently made a post elsewhere that touched on this but thought this deserved a dedicated thread
4777.1:2016 allows such an arrangement and is...
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Last post by AlecK
Tue Aug 24, 2021 3:25 pm
Solar installer wanted in Christchurch
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GLion »
Wed Jul 21, 2021 12:01 pm
Hi,
My usual electrician hasn't done any solar installs.
I'm after someone to do the install and or electrical connection. Long story short I have...
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Last post by GLion
Wed Jul 21, 2021 12:01 pm
Section 4.5 - 4777.1-2016
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by
Slovett »
Tue Jun 29, 2021 11:42 am
Rating: 22.22%
I have a question about section 4.5 in 4777.1-2016.(I know 4777.1-2016 is not sited in the regs, but I can't find the 2005 version).
4.5 States that...
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Last post by AlecK
Mon Jul 12, 2021 10:33 am
200Kva Generator Wash Plant
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by
Chopper »
Tue Jul 06, 2021 12:59 pm
Rating: 11.11%
We have a customer with a new Shingle Wash Plant that is to be supplied by a 200kva generator. The wash plant has 2 * 30kw pumps, 2 * 4kw vibrators...
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Last post by AlecK
Wed Jul 07, 2021 10:30 am
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Last post by pluto
Sun Jun 27, 2021 1:00 pm
Tesla Power-Wall
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by
TPower »
Wed Mar 24, 2021 12:34 pm
Rating: 33.33%
Tesla Power-Wall. Is the installation of one of the units to a property that has existing solar HR/inspectable PEW?
My understanding is it’s not...
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Last post by PeteRig
Fri Mar 26, 2021 10:26 am
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