H5 (R9000)
Our market leading 5kW wind turbine is robust, reliable and incredibly efficient for its size. Can generate 9,000-21,000kWh/yr depending on location. Click here to find out more.
H1 1kW horizontal axis wind turbine
We are pleased to announce that Britwind has acquired the AirForce wind portfolio from FuturEnergy.
With more than 6,000 units already in service worldwide, the highly robust and dependable H1 micro wind turbine demonstrates enviable capability in energy generation in an extensive range of applications. Ideal for providing additional generation alongside solar pv systems particularly during the winter months or at night. The turbine has a low visual impact with a tower height of 8m, installed using special ground anchors, so no concrete foundations are required. It features an auto stop function, as well as an app which allows you to control your turbine remotely via your smartphone and monitor performance. 24V and 48V battery charging versions available, depending on your requirements.
This product is available to preorder now.
Applications
Domestic
Wind and solar hybrid systems
Battery charging
Water and air heating and cooling
Island networks and smart grids
Telecoms
Traffic and event signage
Glamping
Holiday homes
Boats and barges
Specifications
| Architecture | Upwind, 3 bladed rotor, self-regulating |
| Nominal power | 1,000W @12m/s (26.9mph) |
| BWEA reference power | 768W @11m/s (24.6mph) |
| Annual energy yield | 898kWh with Annual Mean Wind Speed (AMWS) of 5m/s (11.2mph) (to IEC & BWEA Standards) |
| Cut-in wind speed | 3.5m/s (7.8mph) |
| Cut-out wind speed | 12.5m/s (27.9mph) |
| Survival wind speed | 52m/s (116mph) |
| IEC turbine class | |
| Nacelle weight | 19kg |
| Control system | AirforceControl charge controller. Bluetooth and internet-enabled mobile/web app |
| Rotor | Diameter: 1.8m (5.9') |
| Rotor speed | 200-800rpm |
| Blade | Tough glass reinforced nylon turbine blades |
| Generator | Permanent magnet generator |
| Gearbox | None |
| Braking | Remote-mounted manual stop-switch supplied as standard |
| Yaw control | Passive tail vane and rotor |
| Tower | 8m (26.2') gin pole (50mm tube to accept 48.5mm standard scaffold tube) with galvanised wire guy ropes |
| Tower Foundation | Ground anchors |
| Design longevity | 20 years |
| Noise | LAeq 35dB @ 5m/s downwind, LAeq 54dB @ 7m/s downwind |
| Operating temp range | -20°C - +50°C |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Estimated Energy Yield
| Annual Mean Wind Speed at turbine hub height (m/s) | Estimated Annual Energy Yield (kWh) |
|---|---|
| 3 | 220 |
| 4 | 446 |
| 5 | 898 |
| 6 | 1,473 |
| 7 | 2,160 |
Our other products
H11
An 11kW wind turbine designed to give exceptional performance at lower wind speeds. Can produce 37,000-48,000kWh/yr depending on location. Click here to find out more.
