Wind Power - Air X
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So tell me about the Air X (Land & Marine).
The Air X Marine incorporates a new microprocessor based technology that results in increased performance, inproved batter charging capability, greater reliability and the reduction of 'flutter' noise form the machine. The controller allows for peak-power tracking of the wind by optimizing the alternator's output. The turbine's smart controller allows it to actually control blade rotation speed thus eliminating the buzzing noise commonly found with most small wind turbines.
Previous AIR wind modules relied on their aero-elastic blade design for protection in high winds. This caused a loud flutter noise in winds above 35 mph (16 m/s). Air X's circuit monitors the wind speed and electronically slows the blades as it reaches its rated output preventing it from going into flutter. This results in a much quieter wind turbine.
The Air X's charge controller periodicall stops charging, reads the battery voltage, compares it to the voltage setting and if the battery is charged, it completely shuts off all current going to the battery.
FEATURES
- Unprecidented 3 year Warranty
- Carbon Fiber Composite Blades
- Aircraft quality aluminium alloy castings
- Exclusive Brush-less neodymium based sealed alternator
- Sophisticated internal battery charge regulator
- Maintenance-free - only two moving parts
- Full Marine Tower Kit available for easy mounting on sailboats
- Exclusive Auto-brake-feature that slows the AIR to a silent spin when the batteries are charged thus extending bearing life and eliminating noise
- Marine powder coating and stainless steel fittings for corrosion protection in a marine environment
- Hight Wind Safe Mode - Automatically slows turbine in potentially damaging winds. Reduces noise and distractions for peace-of-mind when on or off your boat
Industrial - Remote power for harsh environments.
The Air Industrial is a wind turbine capable of resisting the harsh environments that generally accompany mountaintop repeater sites and off shore platforms. Southwest Windpower's engineers spent two years in research with companies such as Chevron, Texaco and Cellular One to design a product capable of reliability producting power for remote sites. Combining wind and photovoltaics in hybrid systems are quickly becoming the standard in renewable energy installations. This is due to seasonal fluctuations of both wind and solar energy resources that make it an ideal combination. Maintenance-free performance, easy installation, and high output make AIR Industrial ideal for virtually any remote battery charging application.
| Air X (12 volt or 24 volt models) | |
| Rotor Diameter | 1.17 meters |
| Weight | 5.9 kg |
| Pole Mounting | 48mm OD |
| Start up wind speed | 7mph (2.68 m/s) |
| Voltage | 12,24 or 48 Volts |
| Rated Power | 400 Watts at 28 mph |
| Turbine Controller | Internal Reg (PPT) |
| Body | Cast Aluminium |
| Blades | Carbon composite (3) |
| Overspeed Protection | Electronic Torque |
| Warranty | 3 year limited. |
| Price inc VAT | £815 |
