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Made in the USA!
SOUTHWEST WINDPOWER
48V low-loss model
400 Watt AIR-X Wind Generator
The 2009 Stimulus Package signed by the President in February granted a 30% tax credit with no cap (or limit) for small wind systems including the installed cost for AIR-X and BREEZE wind generators. This is in additional to any State rebates you may be qualified for. See the full details at http://www.windenergy.com/news/stimulus_overview.pdf
The 48V AIR-X model is designed for low voltage loss over long cable runs or high towers. The 400 watt turbine produces a current under 10 amps at 48V, resulting in a quarter of the voltage drop of the 12V model. Low current means low resistance losses, resulting in minimal voltage drops. Save money by using smaller wire and keep more of the power you generate!
This auction is for a brand-new, never-used Southwest Windpower 48V 400W AIR-X LAND Wind Generator, still in the original box with instruction manual and all warranty information (THREE YEAR GLOBAL WARRANTY starts upon your purchase date). This is the latest Southwest Windpower AIR-X design, manufactured in 2008 or 2009, featuring an internal regulator to keep your batteries from overcharging, as well as one of the quietest designs in the industry.
The specifications for the AIR-X line of generators is located at
http://www.windenergy.com/documents/spec_sheets/0083_rev_c_air-x_single.pdf
BUY IT NOW Bonus - use the Buy It Now option at $655.00 and get a 0-15 amps analog Amp Meter, a Stop Switch rated for 50 amps, a Battery Disconnect rated for 100 amps, and a transparent waterproof fuse holder with two heavy-duty AGU Fuses (20 amp for the 48V generator). The amp meter lets you know how much current you're producing, while the stop switch eliminates the hassle and danger of manually disconnecting your generator from the battery for maintenance or during extremely high winds. Simply flip the switch and watch your turbine slow down and stop. And as a final safety measure, always install a fail-safe fuse in your power circuit to protect both yourself and your expensive equipment. The Battery Disconnect should be installed on the other side of the fuse assembly from the Stop Switch, this completely isolates the fuse during replacement. Install per the schematic in the Owner's Manual included with the wind generator. Recommended by Southwest for all wind generator set-ups!
And for those of you who are unfamiliar with Southwest Windpower AIR-X wind generators, here's some great info from their website:
The AIR is by far the world’s number one selling small wind turbine. In late 2001 we introduced an entirely new level of technology which previously was only found in today's state-of-the-art mega-watt-class wind turbines.
The AIR-X incorporates a new microprocessor based technology that results in increased performance, improved battery charging capability, greater reliability and the reduction of “flutter” noise from the machine.
The controller allows for peak-power tracking of the wind by optimizing the alternator's output on all points of the cubic curve and efficiently delivers the energy to the battery. 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.
Much Lower Noise: 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. In high winds, the AIR-X will continue to produce power at a reduced level until the wind decreases, at which point maximum potential output will resume.
Improved battery charging: Previous AIR designs required 300-400 amp hour battery banks so the trickle charge of the wind turbine could be adequately absorbed. The AIR-X’s charge controller periodically 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. This function is performed within a few milliseconds. The closer the battery is to reaching its full state of charge, the more often the AIR-X’s circuit repeats this action. This means any size battery bank from 25 to 25,000 amp hours or higher can be charged safely. When the battery has reached its charged state, the AIR-X will slow to an almost complete stop. Only when the battery has dropped below its voltage set point will it startup and resume charging.
WHERE AND HOW THE AIR-X WIND MODULE IS USED
- The AIR-X is an ideal product for the person that needs a little power for basic appliances such as TV, radio and a few lights.
- Common applications for the AIR-X
- Remote Cabins
- Telecommunication Towers
- The Developing World
- Monitoring Stations
Features
- Unprecedented 3-YEAR WARRANTY
- Carbon Fiber Composite Blades
- Aircraft quality aluminum alloy castings
- Exclusive Brush-less neodymium cubic curve alternator
- Sophisticated internal battery charge regulator
- Maintenance-free - Only two moving parts
Exclusive Auto-brake-feature that slows the AIR to a silent spin when the batteries are charged thus extending bearing life and reducing noise.
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Specifications
| Rotor Diameter: |
46" (1.14 meters) |
| Weight: |
13 lbs (6 kg) |
| Start up wind speed: |
7 mph (3 m/s) |
| Voltage: |
12 & 24 VDC max (48 VDC limited availability) |
| Output: |
400 watts at 28 mph (12.5 m/s) |
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