As you consider a wind turbine, you should also consider other components necessary to complete a system.
Systems under 2kw are usually off grid. Above 2kw it starts to become more cost effective to be grid tied. However, it is also more expensive to get there. Grid tied, UL approved inverters can be $2,000.00 or more.
In addition to a turbine, an off-grid system will require at least one battery to store power generated. This allows having power when there is no wind. If you wish to connect ac appliances or tools of any kind, a DC to AC inverter is required. (see link below) The last item, should you have a larger system or a hybrid wind/solar system, would be a charge controller. The controller below allows for wind, or solar, or a combination of both, plus has a 5 year warranty.
| DC to DC Charge Controller 12-24 or 48V $99.00 |
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Ajustable Controller with Divert Load Option
Adjustable from 13.6V to16V 25Amp
*12-24-36 or 48V systems available *12 volt shown
This is a great controller to protect equipment. Will easily handle 8-10 micro turbine systems plus solar panels.
See how other people are using battery powered inverters www.invertersrus.com/1250wattinvertercontest.html
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