Ampair Wind Power Solutions
Ampair microwind turbines can be used as part of a power generation system for either charging DC batteries or connecting to an AC system. Although Ampair only manufacture microwind turbines of 100 watts, 300 watts, or 600 watts rated output it is possible to install them in arrays to create a small wind farm. Many architects and town planners are now seriously considering schemes using one hundred or more of our turbines. Microwind turbines can be installed as part of a scheme which includes solar panels and other renewable energy sources. In all cases it is reassuring to know that Ampair wind turbines are renowned worldwide for their high quality, robust build, reliability, and quietness making them the turbine of choice for the harshest of conditions.
Ampair 300 Wind Turbine
12/24 or 48v battery charging power
The Ampair (Pacific) 300 wind turbine system is suitable for larger yachts, small industrial locations, or remote holiday cabins. This microwind turbine has evolved from the outstandingly rugged Ampair 100 unit with the addition of the revolutionary PowerFurlTM blade pitch control system, advanced aerodynamic blade design and a more powerful generator.
Ampair 300 Features:
- combines non-intrusive operation with elegant modern styling,
- accurate aerofoil construction of each turbine blade optimises performance, minimises noise and vibration, and improves power-to-weight ratio,
- rigid blade design avoids "whooping", "motorboating", or "screaming", (vibration, resonance, and flutter),
- integral marine-grade sealing system protects internal components from condensation and corrosion,
- simple pole mounting allows installation in many locations,
- operates with no thermal cut-outs, commutator brushes, or complex electronics,
- revolutionary simultaneous PowerFurlTM blade pitch control system reduces turbine speed in high winds whilst maintaining power output,
- three phase AC output from turbine minimises voltage drop and permits use of smaller cables; external DC rectifier included in system,
- wide range of accessories available including various mounting options
Ampair 100 Wind Turbine
12/24 or 48v battery charging power
The Ampair 100 wind turbine has an unrivalled pedigree as the microwind turbine of choice for absolute reliability for charging battery systems in harsh conditions. Although it only generates up to 100 watts of electrical power in practice it often outperforms so-called 400 watt machines because of its very good low windspeed performance.
- Generates up to 100 watts for 12 volt or 24 volt battery systems.
- Designed to survive the severe marine environment.
- Heavy duty, all-weather generator, sealed to keep corrosion out.
- Permanent installation as a fit & forget unit.
- Found in many other applications such as weekend chalets, radio repeaters, navigation equipment or anywhere that requires 12v/24v battery charging.
- Save the cost of fuel and the need to run noisy engines. Reduce engine running under light loads · Supplement solar charger output with energy that is potentially available day and night; winter and summer.
- Improve battery condition and extend battery lifetime. Increase battery charging out of summer season when electrical demand increases but sunlight reduces.
- The Ampair 100 frequently produces in a day what an equivalent costing solar array would take a week to accumulate. The only penalty is the need to have a safe and secure mounting in as exposed a location as possible .... but just think of all that ENERGY
Ampair Hybrid Solution
Aquair 100 Water/Wind Turbine
12/24 or 48v battery charging power- towed turbine generator when sailing, wind driven generator when at anchor.
The most effective means of generating electricity to recharge 12v/24v batteries at sea.
- Generates approx. 1 amp per knot (12v) at average cruising speeds.
- Rope transmits power of spinning turbine to on-board generator.
- Gimbal mounting of generator gives fool-proof operation & long-life.
- Simple installation from stern rail - no permanent hardware. Easily rigged.
- Thousands in use worldwide. Hundreds of circumnavigations made.
- Highly suitable for use on long distance blue water cruising yachts.
- Wind turbine conversion available for use at anchor.
The Aquair pedigree
Proven
over thousands of miles of ocean cruising. Reliability is achieved by
using a towed turbine on a 30 metre line directly coupled to the
alternator shaft. Totally sealed alternator. Stainless steel gambol
ring provides a simple and automatic alignment method.
Built to
professional standards for long term endurance and backed by full
manufacturers warranty. The Aquair 100 is constructed of marine grade
materials for minimal maintenance. Only a spare turbine is recommended
to cater for accidental loss. Electrical contact is direct to the
battery using a simple on/off control switch.
Ampair Underwater Solution
Underwater 100 Micro Hydro
12/24 or 48v battery charging power- Submerged generator for fast flow zero head streams.
The UW100 is a submerged generator designed for charging 12/24-volt battery systems from fast flowing zero head streams. Strictly speaking it is a picohydro generator ideally suited to difficult situations such as:
- Work Boat
- Seismic Survey Vessel
- Catamaran
- Navigation Buoy
- Water Supply Monitoring
- Remote Homes
- Aquaculture
Previously known as the Aquair UW (which created a lot of confusion with the Aquair) this outstanding submerged in-water generator is equally suited for use at sea or in fast flowing rivers, mountain streams & water pipe systems. It can be used in locations where bank layouts dictate that it is impossible to dam a flow to create a head, or where the water is flowing under ice, or in high speed towed applications such as streamers and racing catamarans. The cult status of the UW100 is because it offers the opportunity to generate up to 2.4kWh per day from any 400mm deep (15") fast flowing stream. When the stream flows at 8-knots (7mph; 15kph) the UW100 will produce 8 amps continuously, and when the stream flows at 6-knots (5mph; 10kph) it will still produce 1.5kWh per day. And remember that a stream can be diverted into a narrow culvert to increase flow rates.
- Starts charging at flows below 1m/sec (2 knots) - generates up to 8amps at 12v.
- Proven to depth of 10m.
- All water joints (mechanical & electrical) are double sealed.
- The oil filled housing has a pressure expansion chamber to allow operation at intermediary depths & in all temperatures.
For a full and detailed list of Ampair Wind Power products available from Storm Force Marine in Hong Kong, please see the Ampair Wind Power website