Where to install turbines?
The conventional wisdom says as high as practical.
Placement will be a function unique to each property
or location. Micro turbines can be moved easily
to locate the best winds on your site.
How large are the turbine blades and
how much power do they produce?
Each blade is approximately 11 inches in diameter
and made from a very tough nylon. A generator
will produce 45-60 watts in 10-12 mph wind, 70-90
watts in 20-25 mph wind. Temperature and altitude
will also have an effect on output.
How and where to install solar PV panels?
Install solar panels either on a roof or ground
mounted, keeping out of the shade. Racking systems
are easy to design and install. Some folks simply
lean up against a supporting structure. On top
of garages are great, just plug the inverter into
a wall socket with a GFI. Power produced is pure
sine wave.
What components are required to have a
complete alternative energy power system?
1) A power source (Wind Turbine(s) or PV (Photo
Voltaic) Panel(s)
2) For off grid you need battery storage. For
on grid you need an inverter.
3) Wiring; gage depends on distances required,
components are prewired.
4) For micro systems, the simpler, the better.
Can I add to a system and produce more
power after getting started?
Yes; you can easily grow a system as your confidence
grows. All systems are stack able and move able,
should you move.
Micro Wind Turbines and PV panels systems
are for the do it yourselfer. Produce some or
a substantial amount of your own power. Use what
you produce and save from day one.
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