Wind Power for You Cabin?

An Ultra-quiet wind turbine that delivers up to 900 Watts of power is claimed to be Ideal for cabins, it features 12V battery charging, remote power and backup power. Adjusts from 12 to 48V DC and features overspeed protection. The turbine is available from Amazon for $2,300.00.  A similar model, as described in TreeHugger, a 12 Volt, 400 Watt Wind Generator, weighing 17 pounds is also available from Amazon, for $799.99, from Northern Tool for $700.00 plus shipping. Maybe two of the smaller models for $1400, of almost the same capacity, would be the better deal. Northern Tool also has the best description of both models.

Rated power: 900 Watts of power at 28 MPH wind speed

Delivers 100 kW per month (3.4 kW per day) in a 12 MPH average wind

Works in winds as low as 7.5 MPH

Adjusts from 12 to 48V DC in minutes

Includes controller to protect turbine and storage batteries

Side-furling overspeed protection turns alternator & blades out of high winds without cutting power output

Survival wind speed: 120 mph

7ft. dia. rotor

Polypro/carbon glass reinforced blades ensures low wind noise

Cast aluminum frame, double sealed ball bearings

Alternator has cast aluminum body

4-bearing spindle for long life

Bronze bushing and large-diameter furling pin for smooth furling action

Maintenance-free - only 3 moving parts

Uses 2.5in. Schedule 40 mount

Installs in a few hours with no welding or concrete work required

1-year limited warranty

Shipping Weight: 74.00 pounds

Free shipping for a limited time from Amazon

Comments

[amazingdrx]

10 of these for 7k would power a home. Why can't one find a 4000 watt unit for 4k to do this? It would seem to be possible with mass production. One large unit versus 10 small ones. Three times the 400 watt unit's diameter is only a 12 foot blade.

With a few thousand more for installation and connection to the grid, maybe 8k installed for a whole home wind system might be possible, site dependent of course.

The otherpower.com crews build this size themselves at a very reasonable cost.

It is good to see a reputable supplier like Northern Tool get into this business. Now how about an otherpower type designed american made 12 foot model for 4k from Northern Tool? They would sell like hotcakes.

[JN2]

Note: "Tower Kit Sold Separately" and in the case of the 400W machine is almost as much as the turbine itself: $649

[Stephen Boulet]

Nice post, but it has some unit issues. You wrote (or quoted):

# Delivers 100 kW per month (3.4 kW per day) in a 12 MPH average wind

You probably mean 100 kW-h per month and 3.4 kW-h per day, as watts measure the rate of energy, not the quantity.

Stephen

[James Wachai]

This is good news. Such initiatives should be encouraged. This blog and such organizations as Consumer Alliance for Energy Security must be commended for their campaign for energy independence.

[Tom]

Nice blog...Recently my friend visited Northern Tool store through Couponalbum.com and he received free shipping on buying Sunforce wind generator....!

[don bartell]

Some amazing facts about Wind Power…

Myth #1 Wind turbines are very noisy. This is not true at all. In fact wind turbines are very quiet. The truth is your kitchen refrigerator may make more noise than these wind turbines.

Myth #2 Your Wind Turbine will affect your television.. This is not true as well. I will teach you where to place your turbine in order not to have this happen. With the right tools and instructions you will be an expert in no time, not to mention watching your favorite TV. show.

Myth #3 Wind Turbines don’t really produce enough power. In fact Wind Turbines can produce upwards of 85% power 24/7. Not even your power company produces 100% of power 24 hours a day.

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[don bartell]

If you are interested in learning exactly how to generate power and reduce your bill then this is the perfect resource for you!

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[off the grid power]

great wind power info!
just what i was looking for.

[RF System Lab]

This is great information about wind power. Is Amazon still offering free shipping?

[Shyloh Generac Generators]

Thank you for this helpful article! I wonder, could generac generators have some kind of similar affect?