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 Rutland FM 910-3 'Furlmatic' Land-based Windcharger

The FM910-3 incorporates the latest 3-phase alternator, taken from the Rutland 913 design which delivers a further 25% more power than the original model. It retains its basic design which has been proven time and again in the harshest of environments under critical power supply requirements, e.g. seismic monitoring In Antarctica, communications for Himalayan expeditions

The Furlmatic model has a "furling" device that tilts the turbine horizontally at right angles to the prevailing wind at windspeeds above 35mph. This protects the turbine from the forces of excessive winds and reduces stresses on the turbine and tower.


Wherever there is a site that is unattended, remote and exposed the FM910-3 can be relied on. Professional applications such as monitoring, telemetry, communications, isolated agricultural uses, navigation aids, military field applications, rural street lighting, remote homes and many more.

 

 Furling tail design

The Furlmatic model’s “furling” device that tilts the turbine horizontally at right angles to the prevailing wind at windspeeds above 35mph (15m/s) This protects the turbine from the forces of excessive winds and reduces stresses on the turbine and tower. T

· Increased power achieved through the 3 phase alternator, 80% more power than the original model!
· Tail boom and swivel materials now in stainless steel for greater durability
· Thermostatic alternator protection now operates to slow the turbine down in prolonged high winds.
· Fixing to the tower is now a spigot that fits to an internal diameter pole of 41mm in line with the Rutland 913 and this component is distinctively blue anodised to prevent oxidisation with the pole.

It retains its basic design which has been proven time and again in the harshest of environments under critical power supply requirements eg. seismic monitoring in Antarctica, communications for Himalayan expeditions.

Product Features
· Three phase Rutland unique generator design
· Quiet in operation – every turbine is finely balanced to ensure smooth rotation
· Thermostatic alternator protection now operates to slow the turbine down in prolonged high winds.
· Low wind speed start up of just 5 knots
· Generates 90w @ 19 knots, 24w @ 10 knots
· One way only fit fine profile efficient aerofoil blades are unique in the industry
· Turbine diameter of 910mm
· Sealed for life bearings
· Brushless alternator with fixed shaft requires no maintenance
· The alternator’s windings and magnets are encapsulated in glass fibre
· Built in slipring & low wear brushes give the unit complete 360º free rotation on the mounting pole.
· No radiated interference - complies with EEC Directive BS EN 89/336/EEC
· Available in 12V or 24V as standard

Technical Features and Benefits
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Efficient power conversion
- Rutland Windchargers generate greater ampere hours in real wind conditions than turbines of equal and often larger diameter! This is because our unique high inertia alternator designs maintain momentum between gusts unlike other designs that stall and have to rebuild up speed. This Rutland “flywheel” action results in more free power generated into your battery
.


- Rutland Windchargers are the lowest cost per watt of power generated owing to our many in-house manufacturing efficiencies and volume of production for our worldwide customers More ampere hours are generated because of the Rutlands’ low wind speeds start up (of just 2.6 m/s) so power is being generated in the most typical wind speeds as well as being powerful in the strong winds


- Automatic ‘furling’ tail fin directs turbine out of wind above 16 m/s for gale protection
- Our low friction 3 phase alternators give a smooth and silent output
- Computer designed efficient aerofoil blades.


- The fine profile blades have a positive one-way-only fit that have been tested to withstand a loading with a safety factor 10 times the turbine’s maximum rpm.


- EEC directive 89/336/EEC compliance ensures no radiated interference
- Automatic thermostat protection in prolonged gales
- Modern, durable materials for excellent reliability and product longevity, typically more than 10 years

 

                  12 volt  Model : (CA-02/01) 

              Price :  £ 650                     

 

                24 volt Model : (CA-02/02) 

              Price : £ 650        

 

Shipping Specification (mm):
__ 2 Cartons __ Carton 1 = 240 x 310 x 330 __ Carton 2 = 310 x 100 x 960 __ Gross weight: 12kg & 5.2kg

CALL  0161 881 1383 for information or to order over the phone.

 

Balance of System Components

       HRSi controller

  • HRSi voltage controller/regulator for the Rutland 913 & Rutland FM910-3
  • now allows up to 160W of solar PV panels in a single, easy-to-install device.
  • Note: solar panels must be fitted with diodes.
  • Has PWM (pulse width modulation) to prevent battery overcharge. As peak voltages are reached the HRSi tapers the input charge from the wind and solar chargers, gradually reducing input to float stage level in the batteries. This feature gradually reduces the speed of the turbine to an eventual ''idle'' thus extending the working life of the windcharger. As the battery discharges the wind turbine responds by increasing speed to deliver more power. Solar power is also tapered in the same way.
  • LED indicators keep the user informed about battery charging levels and charging status.
  • Manual shutdown switch allows the user to stop the wind and solar chargers from delivering power to the battery if required.
  • Automatic voltage detection 12 or 24V. Note : batteries must be connected first for auto-detection.
  • Built-in charge fuse protects the wiring circuit in the event of accidental reverse polarity connection.

                 HRSi controller.     Price = £72.00 inc VAT    


 

 

  HRDX regulator.

  Charge splitter for 2 battery banks.

  State 12 or 24V

 

 Price : £ 155.00                                                                       

 Use with Rutland 504, 913 or FM-910-3 Windchargers.

- Incorporates regulator and selectable LCD display.
- Charge splitter for 2 battery banks.
- Solar panel input up to 100W (Schottky diode required)
- Prevent battery overcharge.
- Fit between the Windcharger / solar and battery.
- All models are diode protected to allow charging from other sources to the same battery.


Balance of System Components
 

Batteries
We recommend deep cycle lead acid batteries, sealed or non-sealed. Contact us for details of the current range.

Cable
Cable thickness depends on the overall length used between the windcharger and regulator/battery. For distances up to 20m a cable thickness of 2.5mm is recommended. The regulator should always be positioned within a 1.5m cable run from the battery to minimise voltage losses and ensure accuracy of voltage regulation

Mounting pole for land based systems

Rutland 913 and Furlmatic 910-3 Windcharger
The Rutland 913 may be used for temporary installation on land, for example on touring caravans, rv’s or summer season installed static caravans. For permanent installations the Rutland Furlmatic 910-3 model is recommended.
The FM910-3 may be used for permanent or temporary installation on land. It is not suitable for use on unstable platforms, eg floating buoys as the furling mechanism is affected by rolling motion. Stable platforms eg, oil rigs, are suitable.

The Rutland 910 series Land Tower Kit and Rigging Kit provides a 6m total height tower supplied in 3 sections with joiners. A pole ground-spike is supplied and 4 anchors for the 8guy ropes, turnbuckles, etc are also supplied. This tower pivots for easy installation and lowering and is for permanent installation! A tower can be constructed using a pole of minimum height 6m with an internal diameter of 41mm. Guy ropes or supports should always be used to ensure the tower is rigid. The final height of the turbine should be determined by the site and is discussed in the installation manuals provided.

Supplied as:
 

 

Marine Mounting Kit-Rutland 913 - CA-12/02
–6.4m (3 x 2.13m sections) of 48mm dia galvanised steel tube ready drilled for assembly complete with joiners. Suitable for use with Rutland 913 or FM910-3 (with adaptor).

£130.00 inc VAT

Land Tower Kit 6.4m -910 Series   CA-12/08         

£112.00 inc VAT

Land Tower Rigging Kit-910 Seriescomplete with steel guys, shackles, turnbuckles, pole attachments, ground fixings for pole and guys. (designed for permanent installation-concrete base for pole and guy anchors recommended) CA-12/07          

£155.00 inc VAT

 

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