Micro Wind Turbine Provides Real Wind Power!
Micro Wind Turbine Provides Real Wind Power!
This Micro Turbine is a powerful, durable, and versatile micro wind turbine that cranks out 400 or 600 Watts of electricity. Adjustable to 12 or 24 Volts, making it ideal for battery charging, backup power, cabins and off-grid power. Constructed from aluminum alloy, nylon, and glass fiber, this hearty turbine includes 52 inch diameter blades and a 5 year warranty.
Special protection allows this turbine to withstand even harsh land environments. This amazing micro wind turbine supplies power at speeds even as low as 2.5 MPH, and includes advanced engineering that protects the unit in speeds creating more than 1300 RPMs. To complete the package an MPPT charge controller is included to maximize power output and charging capabilities.
Includes
- Micro Wind Turbine
- MPPT Charge Controller
Specs
- 12V or 24V Adjustable
- Withstands Highly Corrosive Environments
- Overspeed Protection
- Powder Coated Aluminum Body
- 400 or 600 Watt DC
- 2.5 MPH minimum wind to produce power
- 51" Blade Diameter
- Nylon & Glass Fiber Blades
- 27.5" x 26.75" x 10"
Warranty
- 3 Year Guarantee
Incentives
- 30% Tax Rebate for Turbine & any installation costs
Installation
- Set it up yourself or contact a local electrician to set it up for you
- User Manual
- Wind Power Study
Shipping
- 3-6 Days via UPS Ground in Continental USA for FREE!
- Worldwide Delivery 8-14 days available for $200
- Tracking Provided
Low Wind ProducesProduce Electricity in as low as 2.5 MPH winds!
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Harsh EnvironmentsSpecially designed to thrive in high winds, desert, and more.
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Versatile VoltageChoose your application with a built in 12 or 24 Volt switch.
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| Smart ChargingAn MPPT Charge Controller is included to optimize charging. |
Frequently Answered Questions
How does wind work?
Wind turbines are ideal for on-site energy generation and can be installed effectively in most locations. Wind turns the blades, spinning the shaft to generate power. The electricity goes into an inverter to convert DC to AC power, then is fed into batteries or the grid to spin the meter backwards.
Do I have enough wind?
While these turbine will produce at 2.5 MPH winds, choosing a site with at least 9-10 mph average wind is advised to make installing a wind turbine really worthwhile. Below is a map showing the wind in the US. Consult local records, the weather station, or a wind expert for verification. The actual wind speed at your site will be influenced by the local topography and any nearby obstructions such as trees or other buildings.
Wind turbines are ideal for on-site energy generation and can be installed effectively in most locations. Wind turns the blades, spinning the shaft to generate power. The electricity goes into an inverter to convert DC to AC power, then is fed into batteries or the grid to spin the meter backwards.
Do I have enough wind?
While these turbine will produce at 2.5 MPH winds, choosing a site with at least 9-10 mph average wind is advised to make installing a wind turbine really worthwhile. Below is a map showing the wind in the US. Consult local records, the weather station, or a wind expert for verification. The actual wind speed at your site will be influenced by the local topography and any nearby obstructions such as trees or other buildings.
What size turbine do I need?
These turbines solution can take care of your entire energy supply, or reduce your energy costs by providing a portion of the total energy. Multiple wind towers can be connected for combined power generation. An average US house uses 40 kilowatt hours (kWh) of electricity per day. Keep in mind this can be significantly reduced with some conservation awareness and a few efficiency measures. It always makes sense to see where you can cut or improve electricity use before sizing a power system - many are surprised to find how a few small changes add up to big savings. Add up your appliances used to determine the total needs. Here is an example of how electricity is used in a typical 4-person household.
What is the environmental impact?
Wind power is clean power production. It creates zero green house gasses, addressing climate change. Reduces the use of coal for electricity, keeping toxic chemicals out of the air and water. Wind is also renewable - the wind keeps blowing, whereas oil is depleting and causes global conflicts. Unlike coal mining or drilling, the environment is unharmed and still usable for farming.
How tall is the wind tower?
A tower must be chosen to mount the turbine. In general the higher the tower the higher the sustained wind speed and the more power generated. Turbine should be installed as far as possible from buildings or trees which may block the wind s full potential. Install your turbine at least 20 feet (6 m) above any surrounding trees or structures, ideally in a wide open space of 250 foot (76 m) radius. If you live in an agricultural area where crop dusting is common, or the site is close to an airport, review regulations for air traffic notification. Your Whisper will not likely need FAA lights as long as its total tower height is under 200 feet.
One thing to keep in mind is that taller towers may not be allowed in some areas. The tower kit available above provides everything but a schedule 40 pole and earth anchors, which are available at local hardware stores. Guyed towers are also a good choice as they can be hinged at the base, making it easier to lower to the ground for repairs and maintenance, or to avoid damage during extremely hazardous weather.
Installation?
Installation is simple and straightforward with included guide. Professional installation services also available by Contacting OM.
Do I need planning permission?
Wind energy installations may require some type of permission - it depends on where the site is. It is a good idea to do some research and seek approval from your local office. It is also courteous to discuss your plans with neighbors, and the community group if there is one.
If you need a permit, prepare the required paperwork and submit your permit application along with payment covering the filing fee. If a particular fee seems excessive or inappropriate for your situation, find out the basis for the fee. You may be able to avoid it or have it reduced. Contact the building permit agent in your town or county planning department to obtain any required forms to be filled out. Typical permitting procedures may include public hearings and zoning meetings, environmental review, drawing reviews, and fees. Typical elements looked at may include: minimum parcel size, allowable tower height, setbacks from property line, sound level limits, building code and electric code compliance. Download Whisper Wind Installation.pdf for helpful information relating to these requirements.
As an early adopter of wind generation in your community, you are playing an important role for the future of energy and the environment. Your leadership and efforts to navigate through your local process will help pave the way for others to follow. Prepare detailed engineered site layout map and electrical drawings to show placement of your equipment. If it is unduly difficult to set this up, consider presenting this to your governing body and requesting change. Help to pave the way for people going green - this model zoning ordinance is a good place to start!
Are wind turbines noisy?
The sound of the wind blowing usually makes more noise than a wind turbine turning. While these units will create some sound, it is not likely to be heard 100 feet from the unit.
Will wind turbines affect birds?
Careful monitoring by independent experts shows that birds are highly unlikely to be damaged by the moving blades of wind turbines of this size. Plus birds are typically smart enough not to fly into things they can see, and experience shows as much with these wind turbines.
What about lightning?
Lightning is a powerful force of nature, so precautions should be considered when installing a wind tower. Thankfully lightning protection is a well known practice and can be applied to wind turbine systems. It is very important to ground the battery bank, and ground the tower by connecting the negative wire to a ground rod. These cane found pre-assembled, or made out of galvanized steel pipe or an iron rod. They are buried underground close to the batteries or tower.
While these measures are well known and effective, Mother Nature may still find a way. All things considered these arrestors are worth affording for the safety and protection they provide to highly engineered equipment.
Can I use wind power for heating?
Yes, however the energy required to heat a building is usually significantly more than the energy used in electricity, so a much larger turbine and/or battery system would be required. The same may go for water heating. Consider solar heating and solar hot water and employ energy efficiency measures to reduce use or waste.
Can I connect my turbine to the grid?
Yes, utility connected installations are possible with these systems. When wind energy is produced your home will use it first, and if more is needed it will seamlessly draw from the grid. No need for batteries in this type of setup. Different connection standards are in place for different utility providers, some requiring an inspection or special box from the utility, so check with them to make sure!
A tower must be chosen to mount the turbine. In general the higher the tower the higher the sustained wind speed and the more power generated. Turbine should be installed as far as possible from buildings or trees which may block the wind s full potential. Install your turbine at least 20 feet (6 m) above any surrounding trees or structures, ideally in a wide open space of 250 foot (76 m) radius. If you live in an agricultural area where crop dusting is common, or the site is close to an airport, review regulations for air traffic notification. Your Whisper will not likely need FAA lights as long as its total tower height is under 200 feet.
One thing to keep in mind is that taller towers may not be allowed in some areas. The tower kit available above provides everything but a schedule 40 pole and earth anchors, which are available at local hardware stores. Guyed towers are also a good choice as they can be hinged at the base, making it easier to lower to the ground for repairs and maintenance, or to avoid damage during extremely hazardous weather.
Installation?
Installation is simple and straightforward with included guide. Professional installation services also available by Contacting OM.
Do I need planning permission?
Wind energy installations may require some type of permission - it depends on where the site is. It is a good idea to do some research and seek approval from your local office. It is also courteous to discuss your plans with neighbors, and the community group if there is one.
If you need a permit, prepare the required paperwork and submit your permit application along with payment covering the filing fee. If a particular fee seems excessive or inappropriate for your situation, find out the basis for the fee. You may be able to avoid it or have it reduced. Contact the building permit agent in your town or county planning department to obtain any required forms to be filled out. Typical permitting procedures may include public hearings and zoning meetings, environmental review, drawing reviews, and fees. Typical elements looked at may include: minimum parcel size, allowable tower height, setbacks from property line, sound level limits, building code and electric code compliance. Download Whisper Wind Installation.pdf for helpful information relating to these requirements.
As an early adopter of wind generation in your community, you are playing an important role for the future of energy and the environment. Your leadership and efforts to navigate through your local process will help pave the way for others to follow. Prepare detailed engineered site layout map and electrical drawings to show placement of your equipment. If it is unduly difficult to set this up, consider presenting this to your governing body and requesting change. Help to pave the way for people going green - this model zoning ordinance is a good place to start!
Are wind turbines noisy?
The sound of the wind blowing usually makes more noise than a wind turbine turning. While these units will create some sound, it is not likely to be heard 100 feet from the unit.
Will wind turbines affect birds?
Careful monitoring by independent experts shows that birds are highly unlikely to be damaged by the moving blades of wind turbines of this size. Plus birds are typically smart enough not to fly into things they can see, and experience shows as much with these wind turbines.
What about lightning?
Lightning is a powerful force of nature, so precautions should be considered when installing a wind tower. Thankfully lightning protection is a well known practice and can be applied to wind turbine systems. It is very important to ground the battery bank, and ground the tower by connecting the negative wire to a ground rod. These cane found pre-assembled, or made out of galvanized steel pipe or an iron rod. They are buried underground close to the batteries or tower.
While these measures are well known and effective, Mother Nature may still find a way. All things considered these arrestors are worth affording for the safety and protection they provide to highly engineered equipment.
Can I use wind power for heating?
Yes, however the energy required to heat a building is usually significantly more than the energy used in electricity, so a much larger turbine and/or battery system would be required. The same may go for water heating. Consider solar heating and solar hot water and employ energy efficiency measures to reduce use or waste.
Can I connect my turbine to the grid?
Yes, utility connected installations are possible with these systems. When wind energy is produced your home will use it first, and if more is needed it will seamlessly draw from the grid. No need for batteries in this type of setup. Different connection standards are in place for different utility providers, some requiring an inspection or special box from the utility, so check with them to make sure!
Includes
- Wind turbine
- 2 x 12V batteries
- Xantrex PowerHub with built in Inverter & Transfer Switch
- MPPT Charge Controller
Specs
- 600 Watt Turbine
- 12 or 24V adjustable turbine
- Marine coating for harsh conditions
- Creates power in 2.5 MPH winds
- Overspeed protection at 1300 RPM
- Aluminum alloy construction with
- nylon and fiberglass blades: 51.25" blade diameter
- MPPT charge controller maximizes power output for optimal charging capability and battery health.
- Optional tower mounting kit
- Two AGM batteries, 12V, 220Ah
- Batteries store up to 400Ah
- Can be hardwired into a home's AC power system or devices can plug in
- 4 AC receptacles
- Automatic transfer switch ensures seamless transfer of electrical loads
- 20" L x 14" W x 14" H
- Expandable with additional batteries or panels, turbines, etc
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