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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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===Recommended by IAF Community===
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* [https://www.leadingedgepower.com/shop/products/wind-turbines/le-v150-vertical-axis-turbine-1121392.html LE-V150]
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** As written up [https://www.leadingedgepower.com/shop/blog/radio-repeater-powered-by-le-1269846.html here],
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** This model is built to survive 80mph winds
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** There is also an "LE-V150 Extreme" model that is built to function down to -40'C
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* 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 01:22, 25 November 2017

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.