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laihuhng
post May 30 2024, 01:06 PM

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Penang. Any company or installer to recommend?

What is the maximum allowable capacity for single phase? Thanks.
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post Jun 11 2024, 12:53 PM

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Has anyone ever gotten a quote from this company, Semangat Anggun Group of Companies (SAG) - SAG Green Tech?

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post Jun 11 2024, 02:17 PM

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QUOTE(bee88 @ Jun 11 2024, 12:57 PM)
There are many companies now. Mostly are just established few years ago.

If in doubt, always check the ssm  for reg date.  Choose those with longer history.

Also try to understand the nature of the business. Some companies venture into solar and their core business is different. They could be established way earlier but their solar experience is short.
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This company is one of the solar companies under our company's EPP program. Just wanted to see if anyone has experience with them.
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post Jun 11 2024, 02:45 PM

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QUOTE(cdspins @ Jun 11 2024, 02:40 PM)
Yup this is a very good advise. There is just too many company doing solar now.
There are many that have close shop or change hand/ change name.
Mind you that all the warranties is tie up to the installer company. So if the company no longer exist, so is your 10 years inverters warranty or 25 years solar performance warranty.

It all boils down to one's risk appetite. Besides, solar panels and inverters rarely spoil.
So if you are one of those that must get all warranty... then GSPARX  (TnB subsidiary) is one of the better option.
If you do a lot of homework, then can choose those established solar company as well with more than 5 years in operation. A google on their facebook pages or hashtag or customer review will show about when they start their business
If you are ok that solar system last as long as you can get ROI in about 5 years, then the cheapest will do and usually this are the new companies. Because it it ain't broke in the first few months, it probably gonna last a few years at least.
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Other than GSPARX, any other companies with good reputations? If you checked the responses in Google Review, GSPARX isn't that impressive.
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post Jun 18 2024, 03:39 PM

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Has anyone converted from single-phase to 3-phase? Just checked with an electrician. I was told it's a messy job since the incoming wires can no longer be concealed. All the DBs have to update to 3-phase too.

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post Jun 18 2024, 06:26 PM

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QUOTE(cdspins @ Jun 18 2024, 04:04 PM)
Yup usually do it during house renovation project will be better.  But it doesn't mean it will be messy, it all depends on the layout and cable running of your current wires. Basically need to run new wires from meter to distribution box. If it is 2 story house, then have distribution box in first floor and second floor, so need to run the wires from 1st distribution box to the second.

So you can check if you current wire layout possible to conceal them.
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We are staying there. Conceal definitely is a no-no, the dust will kill all of us.

Looks like there is no chance to upgrade to 3-phase then.
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post Jun 18 2024, 10:32 PM

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QUOTE(adamw @ Jun 18 2024, 09:00 PM)
You better get a 2nd opinion brows.gif
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No need to pull cables to DB upstairs? If yes, how?
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post Jun 19 2024, 12:25 PM

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QUOTE(cdspins @ Jun 19 2024, 10:28 AM)
Not necessary need to conceal all right? some part maybe put into trunking while some can be inside false ceiling, or hide under stairway, etc.

But anyway, what is the purpose to go to 3 phase? Your current usage is more than 50A and often trip the circuit?
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The max allowable for a single phase is only 7.2kwp. That is equivalent to roughly RM300++ of electricity usage. My current usage is already RM200 with only 1 AC on at night. I'm planning to turn on 3 AC at night in the future after solar installation and another 1 to 2 AC in the morning. I don't think RM300+ can cover the usage. Correct me if I am wrong.
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post Jun 19 2024, 12:27 PM

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QUOTE(bee88 @ Jun 19 2024, 12:24 PM)
do a simple conversion instead of having all phases going through every level. Balance your load this way is also possible.
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My planning is every one phase at a level. Is this what we are supposed to do to balance the load?
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post Mar 2 2025, 08:50 AM

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Quick question regarding NEM3.0 that will end this April. Will I be still getting the Solaris 4K rebate if I apply now but installation probably complete in Jun?
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post Mar 2 2025, 11:00 AM

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QUOTE(bee88 @ Mar 2 2025, 09:06 AM)
If installation in June, then no point.  You will miss the Solaris rebate unless they extend.  Currently it ends in April. Nem continues as usual.
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Probably I didn’t mention it clear enough. Should be the whole process starting from now but completed in June. Still entitled for the RM4K rebate?
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post Mar 24 2025, 05:15 PM

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Should I worry? Quote and info in SEDA is different.
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post Mar 24 2025, 05:52 PM

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QUOTE(adamw @ Mar 24 2025, 05:43 PM)
Single phase on paper only 5kW, it's normal. PG?
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Yes, PG.


QUOTE(mac_mac21 @ Mar 24 2025, 05:48 PM)
Yes you should

But did u physically check the Micro Inverter yourself ?
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Haven't installed. This info is from SEDA. Could you please elaborate further? Thanks.

The thing I'm not happy is because of, if I paid for a MyVI. I expect a MyVi, not Axia for the price of MyVi.
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post Mar 24 2025, 06:12 PM

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QUOTE(mac_mac21 @ Mar 24 2025, 06:00 PM)
Then just forward the info to your sales representative and have the info update in SEDA

When installation day come , check everything according to your quotation letter
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Already forwarded earlier when I noticed the discrepancy.

No longer received updates and reply after submitting documents. Now, I'm doubting if I'm committing to the right contractor.
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post Apr 10 2025, 11:03 AM

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First day turn on already facing this issue? One of the inverters shuts down? Please suggest what can be done. Thanks.

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post Apr 10 2025, 01:04 PM

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QUOTE(sgpdsmss @ Apr 10 2025, 12:44 PM)
smiles ..setting ..device list ..check themicro inverter ...can turn on from off ?
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It seems like the microinverters are turned on and off on their own. Now, all down. cry.gif

Yes, there are ON and OFF buttons, but I dare not touch.
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post Apr 11 2025, 08:46 AM

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Is this considered ok for a single-phase 5kw inverter system?
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post Apr 11 2025, 12:39 PM

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QUOTE(skywardsword @ Apr 11 2025, 09:01 AM)
Yes it is high. 6 hours full sun. Yesterday was great. Mine is 12 KW inverter with 76kwh produced yesterday.
Average is usually 50kwh. Which is 4hours of full sun.

Edit. Do not expect it to be always so high. Or you will be disappointed.
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Got it, bro. Today for sure disappointing. bye.gif



QUOTE(adamw @ Apr 11 2025, 09:39 AM)
That's considered as very good, northern states?
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Yes, Northern.
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post Apr 14 2025, 12:46 PM

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QUOTE(GuyM @ Apr 11 2025, 11:25 PM)
Your provider didn’t contact u on this?
Consider good lo fro pg ka?
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I post my questions, but no one gets back to me. This morning, already multiple times. Random between the 3 microinverters.

Yes, PG.


QUOTE(stevenlee @ Apr 12 2025, 10:55 AM)
mine 4.92kw cant even reach that high...
max 27kwh.. i think your panel is 6kw+
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Yesterday broke the record, 37.12.

Panel 7+, inverter 5.

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post Apr 14 2025, 06:27 PM

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QUOTE(bee88 @ Apr 14 2025, 04:49 PM)
Can try relocate DTU closer to the panels? It could be loss signal from the DTU.
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Edited.
Miss read your message. Ok, I’ll try to relocate the DTU tonight to the upper floor and give it try.

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