Think about wind powered generators and what comes into your head? Probably a mental picture of the traditional 'propellar blade' type of generator.
Is this the only way to harness wind power? Certainly not.
The FORGEN wind generator is a vertical axis design able to operate in low wind speeds but also able to withstand extremely high wind speeds up to 175 kts. The FORGEN design offers the user several important features, for example:
- Precision balanced rotor allows maximum advantage to be taken of low wind speeds.
- Safe and silent in operation. Will not annoy your neighbours.
- Easy to fit to masts or rails. Fittings available for mounting on buildings.
- Compact. Mounts close to walls or masts. The fixed rotor catches the wind from any direction. No need for oscillating blades.
- No regulator required. Can be connected directly to a battery of suitable size. The circuit senses the resistance change in a fully charged battery and automatically responds.
- Designed for 12 volt application but can also be used with 6 volt or 24 volt batteries. The FORGEN will produce twice as many amps with a 6 volt battery and half as many amps with a 24 volt battery.
- Safe non-blade design. No risk of blade fracture in high winds.
- No twisting of connecting cable.
- No maintenance required.Fitted with sealed bearings and corrosion resistant components.
- Height 465mm. Rotor dia. 300mm.
- Angle bracket mounting included in list price. For other mountings see options below.
- We recommend the fitting of an in-line fuse when the Forgen generator is installed - see options below
- 10m cable fitted as standard.
One or more units can be used in conjunction with solar panels to take advantage of all weather conditions.
Typical Applications include battery charging for:
- Moored boats and parked caravans.
- Boats at sea or on inland waterways.
- Electric cattle fences.
- Powered gates (to save costly cable runs).
- Navigation buoys.
- Warning beacons.
- Road signs.
- Telecoms and telemetry systems ( used by the British Antarctic Survey for this purpose)
The following notes summarise the FORGEN technical features
The FORGEN wind driven generator embodies long
established, high efficiency generator principles,
combined with turbine airflow expertise. Low inertia of
the carefully balanced all aluminium rotor assembly
enables the maximum advantage to be taken of average
weather conditions.
The two machines in the range, the FORGEN 500NT and the FORGEN
1000NT can produce in an average 15 knot wind speed either 12 or 30
watts in a 24 hour period (depending on battery condition).
The design of the machines is such that in extreme wind conditions
the turbine is self regulating. The electronic circuitry is also
internally protected against overload, neither machine requires an
external regulator to be fitted.
The turbine drive of the permanent magnet generator is widely
acknowledged as the most efficient design and when mounted
vertically it takes advantage of wind from any direction. All electrical
components are encapsulated and the unit is virtually maintenance
free especially as there are no slip rings. The outlet supply cable to
the battery cannot become entangled. As there are no separate
blades, the output unit is vibration free and silent in operation.
The FORGEN 500 is designed as a professional trickle charger with
up to 20 Amp/Hr in a 24 hr. period. The machine should be
permanently connected to the battery. The FORGEN 500 can be
operated with up to 150Amp/Hr of batteries. The FORGEN 1000
gives a higher charge (up to 60 Amp/Hr in a 24 hr. period) and has
been designed for larger multiple battery installations up to 350
Amp/Hr usually associated with boats over 35ft in length.
The use of a FORGEN ensures easy start up after overnight or week
long mooring of sailing craft. Parked caravans, electric fence units,
sea buoys or other remotely situated electronic
equipment are also typical uses for the FORGEN
especially in situations where total reliability and
durability is required.
It is well known that batteries have a much longer
working life when maintained in a fully charged
condition and even a small charge current will help
prevent battery deterioration. The generator circuit
is designed so that the battery cannot be
overcharged and is self adjusting for 12 or 24
batteries.
We welcome any questions relating to to Forgen or wind power generation. We are happy to quote for any application you have in mind,however unusual.
Our price includes UK delivery and VAT. Installation is not included but can be arranged depending on location.
We export worldwide and enquiries from outside the UK are welcomed.
TO ADD MOUNTING KITS OR ELECTRICAL ITEMS TO YOUR ORDER PLEASE SELECT FROM THE DROP DOWN BOXES BELOW. IF NO ITEMS ARE REQUIRED JUST LEAVE THE BOXES SHOWING THE 'NOT REQUIRED' OPTION. QUANTITIES CAN BE SELECTED AT CHECKOUT.
FOR EXTREME WIND CONDITIONS WE RECOMMEND THE SIDE MOUNTING WITH TOP BEARING (OPTION 5)
