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ThomasS
11/3/18
Excitation capacitors for induction generators
The 3 phase induction motor as generator IMAG has - a minimum capacitance to start self-excitation,
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Excitation capacitors for induction generators
The 3 phase induction motor as generator IMAG has - a minimum capacitance to start self-excitation,
11/3/18
ThomasS
7/22/18
connect permanent magnet generator to grid
Q: I need to connect a generator (20KW) of permanent magnets in on grid mode to the 220vac / 50hz
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connect permanent magnet generator to grid
Q: I need to connect a generator (20KW) of permanent magnets in on grid mode to the 220vac / 50hz
7/22/18
ThomasS
5/17/18
small off grid induction generator system components and design
4 basic components needed: - turbine - induction motor as generator - capacitors - IGC induction
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small off grid induction generator system components and design
4 basic components needed: - turbine - induction motor as generator - capacitors - IGC induction
5/17/18
ThomasS
2/11/18
fail-safe design for worst-case scenario
Question: Would you recommend a 3x50% or two x 100% dump load setup for redundancy? That is a good
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fail-safe design for worst-case scenario
Question: Would you recommend a 3x50% or two x 100% dump load setup for redundancy? That is a good
2/11/18
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ThomasS
2
2/11/18
dump load bank from heating elements
Aeg Electrolux Kuppers Ofen Haube Backofen Heizelement 3871425108 https://www.amazon.de/Electrolux-
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dump load bank from heating elements
Aeg Electrolux Kuppers Ofen Haube Backofen Heizelement 3871425108 https://www.amazon.de/Electrolux-
2/11/18
ThomasS
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2/4/18
Turbine manufacturers
https://www.hs-dynamics.com/ from China https://www.micro-hydro-power.com/
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Turbine manufacturers
https://www.hs-dynamics.com/ from China https://www.micro-hydro-power.com/
2/4/18
ThomasS
2/4/18
cheaper hydrocontrol PCB
See https://sites.google.com/site/hydrocontrolwiki/simple-vs-extended-version Please leave your
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cheaper hydrocontrol PCB
See https://sites.google.com/site/hydrocontrolwiki/simple-vs-extended-version Please leave your
2/4/18
ThomasS
7/23/17
A battery buffer/inverter if water is scarce or peak demand is higher than system capacity
http://outbackpower.com/outback-products/make-the-power/fxr-series-inverter-chargers Operate the unit
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A battery buffer/inverter if water is scarce or peak demand is higher than system capacity
http://outbackpower.com/outback-products/make-the-power/fxr-series-inverter-chargers Operate the unit
7/23/17
ThomasS
7/22/17
induction generator vs. synchronous generator
Induction generator (induction motor as generator IMAG) Pros - cheaper than synchronous generator -
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induction generator vs. synchronous generator
Induction generator (induction motor as generator IMAG) Pros - cheaper than synchronous generator -
7/22/17
ThomasS
7/17/17
PAT Pump as Turbine
Advantages: Cheaper than custom made turbines Disadvantages: No water jet adjustments possible,
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PAT Pump as Turbine
Advantages: Cheaper than custom made turbines Disadvantages: No water jet adjustments possible,
7/17/17
ThomasS
7/7/17
hydro power generator manufacturers
I have good experiences with the following generator manufacturers, who build synchronous generators
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hydro power generator manufacturers
I have good experiences with the following generator manufacturers, who build synchronous generators
7/7/17
ThomasS
7/3/17
spear valve and maximum power output
Question: The available water flow varies greatly. A spear valve needs to be adjusted according to
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spear valve and maximum power output
Question: The available water flow varies greatly. A spear valve needs to be adjusted according to
7/3/17
ThomasS
6/15/17
Costs per kW for microhydro systems
An average estimation would be 1500 - 3000 USD/kW capacity. Microhydro systems smaller than 100 kW
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Costs per kW for microhydro systems
An average estimation would be 1500 - 3000 USD/kW capacity. Microhydro systems smaller than 100 kW
6/15/17
ThomasS
3/7/17
Build 5kW ELC
i would like to build ELC for upto 5kw. i would be very thankful if you help me in circuit diagram,
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Build 5kW ELC
i would like to build ELC for upto 5kw. i would be very thankful if you help me in circuit diagram,
3/7/17
ThomasS
2/18/17
How to keep the bearings of the turbine dry
If bearings get wet, they will only survive for a few months. Depending on how small you make the
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How to keep the bearings of the turbine dry
If bearings get wet, they will only survive for a few months. Depending on how small you make the
2/18/17
hydro control
7/11/16
calculating C 2C capacitors for 3phase induction motor as generator IMAG
Wiring: (picture taken from the first link below) Capacity of C2 is double that of C1, hence the
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calculating C 2C capacitors for 3phase induction motor as generator IMAG
Wiring: (picture taken from the first link below) Capacity of C2 is double that of C1, hence the
7/11/16
ThomasS
8/22/15
How to wire water valves
This wiring works for fixed flow valves. That is, the valve shall be either completely open or
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How to wire water valves
This wiring works for fixed flow valves. That is, the valve shall be either completely open or
8/22/15
ThomasS
7/28/15
How to power the hydrocontrol ELC for configuring
Before you give the ELC control over your system, the basic settings should be correct. Some
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How to power the hydrocontrol ELC for configuring
Before you give the ELC control over your system, the basic settings should be correct. Some
7/28/15
ThomasS
7/23/15
Price list now available
You can find a price list on the products page. I'd like to hear you opion whether the prices are
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Price list now available
You can find a price list on the products page. I'd like to hear you opion whether the prices are
7/23/15
ThomasS
2
7/23/15
When will it be available?
You can find a price list now on the product page.
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When will it be available?
You can find a price list now on the product page.
7/23/15