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| larrylawrencejr |
Posted - 22/04/2008 : 21:25:18
I hooked up the windblue alternator to the batteries and just want to double check that i did it the correct way.
Here is a pic:
http://savingimages.com/images/flhxaeroarbahaa1ex.jpg
Which way is the arrow or triangle suppose to point to? ->|
Wind Generator + ->| = Battery
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| ghurd |
Posted - 23/04/2008 : 21:55:34
Nice!
For fear of being completely banned from watching anybody's videos...
The diode. Great explaination for single phase brushed units (like Ameteks).
No clue how to say this. Sounds like that may be taken care of with the "DC Output unit"? Meaning your unit doesn't even need one.
If it is 3-ph unit, then it has to have at leat 3 wires before the diodes, and 6 diodes (in a normal configuration). I expect the output will be better without the diode.
The cheap battery gauge is an alternator tester. They do the same thing, but on a different scale.
12.62V is pretty full on a standing battery, but terrible if it is being charged with the car's alternator. It is a 100% handy item, after you figure out what it reads, and how far off it is calibrated.
(I give them away with solar panel installs- because "Joe" can understand it better than anything else)
You REALLY want to add more to the tower. Those 75MPH Feb winds will fold that like a road map.
And I [b]Love[b/] the couple sentences above the last photo in the 1st link... (Spelling changed so he doesn't get more google hits)
"We have tested some of the Thin Black Plastic Blades sold by H(i)drogen Appliances (or you may know him by the EBay seller ID: qaz661). They don't even start turning until the wind reaches 12 MPH!! No Joke.".
Seems like a far cry from making power at 1.8 MPH!
BTW, I'm only about 350 miles east of you. OH/PA line.
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| gotwind |
Posted - 23/04/2008 : 21:12:26
Nice video Larry.
I would go bigger on pipe diameter personally 2" at least.
Also guy wires or a fixed 'stay'.
One of our American friends may be able to advise further, if my English is lost in translation.
Most words are universal, but not all. 
Video direct link.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1pf1Os2I4g&eurl= |
| larrylawrencejr |
Posted - 23/04/2008 : 20:52:35
I found a diagram of the blocking diode just in case anyone else needs to look at it for reference.
http://savingimages.com/images/imzzgeulmukr54qnxs8f.jpg
http://larrylawrencejr.com
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| larrylawrencejr |
Posted - 23/04/2008 : 02:36:20
Got the video posted for the update on the windblue today.
http://larrylawrencejr.com/category/wind-generators/
http://larrylawrencejr.com
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| larrylawrencejr |
Posted - 23/04/2008 : 02:22:39
quote:
Originally posted by BushWhacker
Thanks for posting the Link Larry. This is one of the systems I have not seen yet. I sounds like something I would find quite useful as the typical wind speed around these parts isn't all that high.
Could you please keep us updated on the actual output of this turbine? I am especially interested in the wind speed required for 13 volts, anything below that really isn't doing any good.
Appreciated,
BW
Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not one bit simpler. - Albert Einstein
yes, I sure will. I am going to be doing some testing within the next couple of days. I actually bought 2 of these. Not sure why I bought 2 but maybe cuz its better then 1. LOL.
anyway, I also have a 38volt amatek that I got off of ebay last week will also be playing with that.
this alternator is suppose to be the best of the best but I just got it up and have not had the time to post anything. yet. I will keep everyone updated on this for sure. I will most likely post it to my blog first though;-P Here: http://larrylawrencejr.com
http://larrylawrencejr.com
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| BushWhacker |
Posted - 23/04/2008 : 01:46:00
Thanks for posting the Link Larry. This is one of the systems I have not seen yet. I sounds like something I would find quite useful as the typical wind speed around these parts isn't all that high.
Could you please keep us updated on the actual output of this turbine? I am especially interested in the wind speed required for 13 volts, anything below that really isn't doing any good.
Appreciated,
BW
Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not one bit simpler. - Albert Einstein |
| donniedingle |
Posted - 22/04/2008 : 23:27:31
hi larry.
on the rear of your alternator you have the red insulated stud, that is your positive (+)DC connector, you also of course need to take a (-) negetive supply from the the alternator rear bolt, the inbuilt rectifier will of course supply you DC current direct to your battery bank, utilising the black plastic plug allows you to take power off as AC, and this of course allows you to use std 3 core electric cable to your recifier block, and that cable in AC form can be quite a long cable run, using DC power to come down your mounting poles to your batteries requires a much more robust cable, i used 18sq mm welding cable on mine larry, i hope this helps you getting air borne .
regards Donnie.
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| larrylawrencejr |
Posted - 22/04/2008 : 23:02:02
quote:
Originally posted by Del
Hi there,
If it's an alternator then by it's very nature it produces AC (alternating current - alternator) electricity and so it will need to be rectified by means of a bridge rectifier before it goes into your battery back. A bridge rectifier is basically made up of diodes (one way electrical valves) and so you won't need a further blocking diode. In addition to the BR I'd also put in a in line fuse close to your batteries and maybe an ammeter but that's all you'll need.
Cheers
Del.
hay thanks for the reply. I forgot about the fuse;-( I will absolutely have to do that as well.
The alternator that I have is this one.
http://www.windbluepower.com/Wind_Blue_Power_Lite_Breeze_Complete_Low_Wind_Kit_p/cy-low-kit.htm
so it has both hookups. one for ac. or the regular dc nut that can be connected straight to the battery bank. |
| Del |
Posted - 22/04/2008 : 22:50:29
Hi there,
If it's an alternator then by it's very nature it produces AC (alternating current - alternator) electricity and so it will need to be rectified by means of a bridge rectifier before it goes into your battery back. A bridge rectifier is basically made up of diodes (one way electrical valves) and so you won't need a further blocking diode. In addition to the BR I'd also put in a in line fuse close to your batteries and maybe an ammeter but that's all you'll need.
Cheers
Del. |
