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* On the other end of the spectrum, too much wind can tear a unit apart. A unit may need to be taken down if gale force winds or stronger are expected. Be aware of the limits of any unit you invest in! | * On the other end of the spectrum, too much wind can tear a unit apart. A unit may need to be taken down if gale force winds or stronger are expected. Be aware of the limits of any unit you invest in! | ||
* Can easily use a DC motor. (easier setup, but will most likely be a brushed motor. This means after so many rotations, the brushes will need to be changed. This applies to any/all DC brushed motors, however in this use-case of energy generation, one needs to be aware of this consumable part!) | * Can easily use a DC motor. (easier setup, but will most likely be a brushed motor. This means after so many rotations, the brushes will need to be changed. This applies to any/all DC brushed motors, however in this use-case of energy generation, one needs to be aware of this consumable part!) | ||
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| + | A major point that should be considered is the concept of "cloud anchors"[https://www.sott.net/article/363866-Global-wind-speeds-slowing-since-1960-but-nobody-knows-why] and increased cloud cover during the GSM. This could potentially translate to decreasing winds. | ||
===Common units available for home use=== | ===Common units available for home use=== | ||
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| + | * [https://www.leadingedgepower.com/shop/products/wind-turbines/le-v150-vertical-axis-turbine-1121392.html LE-V150] | ||
| + | ** As written up [https://www.leadingedgepower.com/shop/blog/radio-repeater-powered-by-le-1269846.html here], | ||
| + | ** This model is built to survive 80mph winds | ||
| + | ** There is also an "LE-V150 Extreme" model that is built to function down to -40'C | ||
| + | * Charge Controller: DL-300 or Tristar 45A | ||
==Charge Controllers== | ==Charge Controllers== | ||
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===Micro Wind Farm=== | ===Micro Wind Farm=== | ||
Latest revision as of 00:22, 25 November 2017
Contents
Wind Generator
Things to think about:
- Great when combined with solar. Wind can blow at night!
- Obviously, wind is needed..
- On the other end of the spectrum, too much wind can tear a unit apart. A unit may need to be taken down if gale force winds or stronger are expected. Be aware of the limits of any unit you invest in!
- Can easily use a DC motor. (easier setup, but will most likely be a brushed motor. This means after so many rotations, the brushes will need to be changed. This applies to any/all DC brushed motors, however in this use-case of energy generation, one needs to be aware of this consumable part!)
A major point that should be considered is the concept of "cloud anchors"[1] and increased cloud cover during the GSM. This could potentially translate to decreasing winds.
Common units available for home use
Smaller turbines can be acquired below the $1,000 mark that are capable of producing 300w~900W (at 12v-24v).
Recommended by IAF Community
- LE-V150
- As written up here,
- This model is built to survive 80mph winds
- There is also an "LE-V150 Extreme" model that is built to function down to -40'C
- Charge Controller: DL-300 or Tristar 45A
Charge Controllers
Micro Wind Farm
any real-world examples of chaining the smaller home units? TODO: chaining toy turbines for small-battery charging.
