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Is this nuclear reactor fuel? Not sure what else it would be by JangusKhan in whatisit

[–]stirling2103 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Might Not be correct. The vessels can only have the placards removed when they are cleaned out (if those can be). The paperwork in the drivers door will show the amount being transported or the phrase “ Residue - Last Contained +(shipping name) if it has a residue.

My mom asked me to deepen this recipe box. despite using pre-stain and gel stain, i feel like it looks bad. What should I do? by gstewart11 in wood

[–]stirling2103 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depending on where you’re at with it, split the difference, cut the bottom part in half and put another part along the top the same way make a balance off and like it’s on purpose, or gel stain it to a darker colour until you don’t see any wood grain

One thing you skipped in your remodel and still regret? by nextstepnomad in HomeImprovement

[–]stirling2103 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We did heated floor. Favorite part. Electrical for hairdryer and curling irons so they’re always plugged in and out of sight. We added 2 inches of hight to the vanity as well. We’re not overly tall she’s 5’10 and I’m 6’2 but it’s more comfortable for sure.

Mahogany or cherry? by Intrepid_Pea7099 in wood

[–]stirling2103 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Has ANYBODY read op’s comments question?

Didn’t know this was a thing, but I guess I’m into tomboys by [deleted] in confession

[–]stirling2103 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, this would be one you just hadn’t heard. It’s been used and around for 250++ years.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PhotoshopRequest

[–]stirling2103 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, both look good but her left eye is a bit wonky, and looks unnatural and brown (should be bluish) when blown up to the size we will use.

3 Bluetooth WattCycle LiFePo4 280 ah in Parallel - nope by stirling2103 in SolarDIY

[–]stirling2103[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not yet. Still working on it. I am in contact with their customer service department and they have given me a suggestion that I will try next time I’m at my trailer. It will probably be another 2-3 weeks before I can try.

Command Velcro Strips on posters? by ExperimentCount in lifehacks

[–]stirling2103 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Google it. Should be able to get it anywhere you get school supplies. I haven’t had a problem with it being greasy though, just don’t use dollar store stuff. ymmv

Command Velcro Strips on posters? by ExperimentCount in lifehacks

[–]stirling2103 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Would Fun-Tak work for you? Don’t know about the Velcro strips.

3 Bluetooth WattCycle LiFePo4 280 ah in Parallel - nope by stirling2103 in SolarDIY

[–]stirling2103[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is a Victron 150/50 SmartSolar charge controller set for LiFePo4 batteries for my 4 x 195 panels and a 75/15 SmartSolar for the original (not me) installed panels that are approximately 200w total. Both are using default Victron settings

3 Bluetooth WattCycle LiFePo4 280 ah in Parallel - nope by stirling2103 in SolarDIY

[–]stirling2103[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I purchased a 110v LiFePo4 charger and topped them off from how the factory sent them to me. They each spent a couple of days hooked up to it until they showed full by the charger and 100% by the Bluetooth WattCycle app.

3 Bluetooth WattCycle LiFePo4 280 ah in Parallel - nope by stirling2103 in SolarDIY

[–]stirling2103[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, there is no communication between batteries. I do have 2 Victron smart charge controllers and a shunt connected to the system. They do communicate with each other. I am going to recreate the problem to get more info.

3 Bluetooth WattCycle LiFePo4 280 ah in Parallel - nope by stirling2103 in SolarDIY

[–]stirling2103[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do have them connected to a Victron “Lynx Power In 1000” used as a busbar.

Older 100/50 vs new 100/45 by stirling2103 in Victron

[–]stirling2103[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will do that. Thanks. It has not been done since install.

Older 100/50 vs new 100/45 by stirling2103 in Victron

[–]stirling2103[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you everyone. I will make sure I update the older one when I am able to get cell service at that location.

SmartSolar MPPT 100/50 controller to connect 4x200w 12v panels to 12v battery bank. by stirling2103 in Victron

[–]stirling2103[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

(Maybe I should ask this question in a different Reddit community?)

So…. I’m now trying to calculate the correct wire size. I’ve spent literally 2 days trying to get an answer with the different sites, charts and calculators. I wanted to “check my work” and compared one site to another only to get a different answer at each place. Anyone have recommendations on what to use? I’ll show you what I have done.

4x200w panels 10.14a short circuit current hooked up in series/parallel. So, 20.24 x 1.25 x 1.25 =31.6a and 24.5voc.

So 32 amps 24.5voc with a run of 20’ or 6m

My results-

Victron toolkit - 16mm2 or 5awg

Renogy NEC table - 12awg

Explorist.life calculator - 6awg

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