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AIR BREEZE Wind Power Generator

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Introducing the latest evolution in small wind turbines.

The "Air Breeze" is the newest replacement of the 'Air-X'

The 'Air Breeze' builds upon what made AIR the world's #1 selling small wind turbine with new technology previously found only in today's state-of-the-art mega-watt-class wind turbines.

Your Price $725
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Intelligent people are generating their own electricity and reducing their dependence on the utility. Even a small system will “slow the meter down”, reducing your monthly electric bill while paying for itself at the same time. A larger system may ”turn the meter backwards”, so that excess power is sold back to the utility. In any case, producing your own green power is not only satisfying, but can protect you during a power failure as well.

All of these features are primarily found within the body of the turbine. The new microprocessor based speed control results in increased performance, improved battery charging capability 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 then 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 the 'Air Breeze' 400 Watt Turbine and 303 in high winds. Furthermore, a new series of carbon-reinforced blades with a modified pitch angle further increases power production.

The new electronics are a considerable improvement over the 'Air Breeze' controller that consists of diode-rectification and a simple off/off voltage switch.

Much Lower Noise: Previous AIR wind modules relied on their aero-elastic blade design for protection in high winds, causing loud flutter noise in winds above 35 mph (16 m/s). 'Air Breeze'’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 Breeze' will continue to produce power at a reduced level until the wind decreases, at which point maximum output will resume.

The Benefit: Quieter and neighbor friendly operation.

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 Breeze'’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 Breeze'’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 Breeze' will slow to an almost complete stop. Only when the battery has dropped below its voltage set point will it startup and resume charging.
The Benefit: Extended battery life, no overcharging.

Lower stress design: 'Air Breeze' limits power on the input side of the electronics by controlling the torque from the blades. The power no longer has to be dissipated by the electronics resulting in lower stress on the circuit, bearings and other materials. Furthermore, stress on wind turbines occurs primarily in high winds. Under these conditions, the electronic stall design reduces the blade speed to 600 rpm, thereby significantly reducing turbine and tower loading while still producing power. The Benefit: Greater confidence in turbine operation in high wind conditions without manually operating the stop switch. Note: A manual stop switch control is an available option for the 'Air Breeze'.

Design changes are primarily found within the body of the turbine:

New microprocessor-based controller.
New "wave washer" combined with looser bearing-to-body tolerances are incorporated into the face bearing set

This results in lower compression on the bearing/race, with quieter running and lower startup speed. It also lowers stress on the bearings and shaft when subject to twisting forces during normal operation

New series of carbon reinforced blades

More robust tower assembly for stronger and more secure mounting

Features

Unprecedented 3 YEAR WARRANTY

Simple rooftop installation; no tower necessary

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.

High Wind Safe Mode - Automatically slows turbine in potentially damaging winds and reduces noise.

Neighbor Friendly.

Applications

Remote homes & cabins

Water pumping

Recreational vehicles

Battery charging

Science & education projects

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 (36/48 VDC available soon)

Output: 400 watts at 28 mph (12.5 m/s)

Performance Curves



900 Watts Rated	1000 Watts Rated	3000 Watts Rated
$2,225	$2,995	$6,450
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400 Watts Rated	400 Watts Rated	400 Watts Rated
$725	$915	$945

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