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This diversion controller is the
result of our many attempts to use the controllers
currently on the market (offered by some of the largest names in
the business), to work in conjunction with our wind turbines. None
of the other diversion controllers on the market did what we needed
a diversion controller to do. So we designed our own -- and added
all of the features that are truly needed in a diversion controller.
Some of the key features of this controller
are:
Microprocessor controlled -- This is very
important for both stability and functionality.
User changeable settings -- Several controllers
on the market set the dump level, and that's that!
High amp rating - 160 amps, 3600 watts.
12 or 24 volts, no modification is necessary, simply change the jumper.
Battery Voltage Meter -- High contrast, super nice meter that has an on/off switch!
Battery status LED - Several controllers
do not tell you what's going on - This one does!
Push to test. Ever wonder if your controller
& load are working OK?
Steel enclosure, with two conduit
openings.
Large enough terminal blocks that you
can actually terminate large wire (See notes below.)
Super large heat sink -- Pulling in multiple
relays takes energy - which generates heat. This one handles it!
Can divert the source from the batteries
to the load, or dump both the batteries along with the source.
Some specifics about the points made above.
The microprocessor is the heart of
the controller. It is given the battery voltage and
the user changeable trip points. This information is analyzed
and acted upon.
The Battery level is checked, and based
on that info, the Green LED flashes
or is illuminated as follows
(One) Flash indicates the battery
is less than 12 volts (12 volt system - Double for 24 etc)
(Two) Flashes indicates the battery
is 12 to 12.5V
(Three) Flashes indicates the battery
is 12.6 to 13v
(Four) Flashes indicate the battery
is 13.1 to 13.5V
( Five) Flashes indicates the battery
is above 13.5V but less than 13.9V (Settings are adjustable)
Steady green means the battery
is full.
The red LED is illuminated
when the battery is being dumped at 14.5v (or the charge
source diverted.)
The dump remains active for
a min. of 5 seconds, at which time it is checked by the
microprocessor. If battery voltage drops below the "Dump
Cancel " level, the dump is disabled, otherwise the dump is
continued and rechecked every 5 seconds.
When you click the "TEST" push-button
- the 5 second cycle is started (one time, unless the batteries
are within the "Dump start" and "Dump Cancel" zone.)
Settings are user changeable!!
By simply turning a simple potentiometer with a small
screwdriver, you can quickly adjust the trip point.
High amp rating -- 160 Amps as configured!
-- This is a big controller.
160
amps is a lot of current! -- The terminal blocks inside the case
will handle #8 wire and are better used for switching loads
of 60 amps or less. If your system will likely run at the
high end, then a better connection is to simply remove the two
relay contact wires from the internal terminal blocks and terminate
them to your larger wire directly via a wire nut, or compression lug
etc.
The enclosure is heavy gauge, solid
steel, ready to mount. -- No plastic, no junk, simple and rugged, built specifically for this purpose in our CNC machine shop.
High contrast super clear, LED volt meter with on off switch.
Finally, by popular demand, we have added a high quality LED voltage (battery) meter to our most popular controller. This meter is a super high quality meter with auto-contrast brightness. (It gets brighter as the ambient light is increased.) The meter draws only .0013 amps, so it's a real miser, yet because we know how no one wants to waste that hard earned energy, we have put a on/off switch on the front panel, so the meter can be shut off when you do not need it!
The picture simply does not do justice to the clarity of the LED meter, the camera just can't focus this close.
About load diversion.
The basic operating philosophy of a diversion
controller is quite simple. Monitor the battery voltage,
and if it should rise to a predetermined level, connect a diversion
load (or "Dummy Load"), of sufficient size, to the battery or energy
source to prevent the battery voltage from increasing any further.
This is a very simple, yet very effective way of preventing battery
overcharging. All alternate energy systems should have some form
of battery overcharge protection.
Several schools of thought on the subject.
The source of power (wind turbine, solar
panels etc.) -- should remain connected to the batteries while
the dump is active.
The source should be diverted to the load
directly and disconnected from the batteries.
We
happen to believe that is far better to leave the wind turbine connected
to the batteries at all times. Why? When you remove the battery
level voltage from a wind turbine and send it's power directly
to a load, then it sees for all practical purposes a short circuit
(depending on the resistance of the load and lead wires.)
This may cause the turbine blades to slow dramatically and
in some cases bring it to a halt. This braking action can cause
heat build up in the stator if it is repeated every few seconds
or so (if the battery is just a little over the top). When
you allow the turbine to see the batteries, along with the load,
the turbine remains more within it's design realm --
always a good thing.
The
internal relays are configured to dump the batteries along with
the source, but if you desire to disconnect the source from the
batteries and send it to the load directly, simply utilize the
N/C contacts of the relays as well. We'll be happy to send
you a diagram -- this is a very simple change.
How to compare
this controller to others on ebay (or anywhere!)
Do they have battery status indication?
Do they have a high quality voltage meter with on/off switch?
Do they have a dump active indication?
Are the dump levels user
changeable?
Are they microprocessor controlled?
Do they come with a enclosure that's
actually ready to use?
Can they truly pull in multiple
relays without burning up or do they need fans?
Do they handle the amperage you need?
Do they have a dump test capability?
When you compare
this controller to the others, you will see why we built it and
why we know you'll love it.
Here are some of
the most common ways to wire the controller. -- Click
the image to enlarge
Since many of us often don't
want to take a chance on something from a smaller business,
and tend to think that big named products are always better.
I thought it might help to pass on some of the feedback from
those who have purchased this controller in the last couple
of weeks.
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Controllers:
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very good packaged product.The instructions are an easy
read.
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We burnt out two (x-brands)
40 amp models with a 20 amp wind generator, so we knew it was
time to solve the problem and create something that could actually
do the job. That's what this controller is all about; simple
compared to the big brand names, but perfectly in tune with
it's mission, save the batteries and keep the turbine spinning.
More
to come:
Put us on your watch list, we are currently working on a series
of new products specifically for the solar/wind market, including
a microprocessor controlled Delta/Wye (Star/Delta) auto switch
with electronic over-speed protection wind turbine controller.
Big things are happening
from a lot of little companies, and if you notice the truly
innovate products are being released from the new kids on the
block.
Perfect for the experimenter,
DIYer. All of the components and PCB board, just solder
it all together and you have a controller that is very
expandable, and very economical. No enclosure is included
Our shipping charges are basically what it cost us to ship. This
controller does not fit in the small flat rate box, so it must be
shipped in the regular flat rate box. International shipping rates
via the USPS for this weight are much higher than you might expect.
Please click HERE
to view just how much these charges are, and you will see that our
rates are just what it cost. We would charge less, if it cost us
less.
*The estimated delivery time is based on the seller's handling time, the shipping service selected, and when the seller receives cleared payment. Sellers are not responsible for shipping service transit times. Transit times may vary, particularly during peak periods.
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