Wind Turbines

       

    Modern wind turbines use the wind's lift forces to turn aerodynamic blades that turn
    a rotor, which creates electricity.

    Wind energy
    In the UK we have 40% of Europe's total wind energy. But it's still largely untapped         and only 0.5% of our electricity requirements are currently generated by wind power.
   
    Wind power is proportional to the cube of the wind's speed, so relatively minor             increases in speed result in large changes in potential output. Individual turbines
    vary in size and power output from a few hundred watts to two or three megawatts         (as a guide, a typical domestic system would be 2.5 - 6 kilowatts, depending on the     location and size of the home).

    Uses range from very small turbines supplying energy for battery charging systems         (e.g. on boats or in homes), to turbines grouped on wind farms supplying electricity
    to the grid.

    Small scale wind and your home

    Wind speed increases with height so it's best to have the turbine high on a mast or         tower. Generally speaking the ideal siting is a smooth-top hill with a flat, clear             exposure, free from excessive turbulence and obstructions such as large trees,             houses or other buildings.

    Small-scale building-integrated wind turbines suitable for urban locations are also         available to install in homes and other buildings.

    The output from your wind turbine will depend on the local annual average wind
    speed.  An approximate figure for your location can be checked on the
    BERR website. 

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    For technical and pricing information click here

    For technical informtion for on grid inverters click here

    For technical information for controllers click here