When we camped at Dickabram Bridge 2 years ago
we camped beside a bloke that had one running 24 hrs a day and the good thing is
that you don't need sunshine
The noise is not to bad you would not notice it if you were parked 3 vans over
His was making 400 watts a/hr he told us
Still close to 2000 dollars for a good one
They have been in use on yachts for years as a battery charger. Love to see alternative sources of battery charging.
Some of the old German and French Square Riggers used a wind pump for pumping bilges. Just like a Southern Cross Well Pump. Looked strange in among'st the sails. But I bet the crew loved it.
They have been in use on yachts for years as a battery charger. Love to see alternative sources of battery charging.
Some of the old German and French Square Riggers used a wind pump for pumping bilges. Just like a Southern Cross Well Pump. Looked strange in among'st the sails. But I bet the crew loved it.
Thanks elliemike, the penny has dropped and I have seen a lot of them over the years myself, in fact there is always a few on Yachts anchored in the fascine in Carnarvon. I just didn't make the connection. On a Yacht it looks like part of the furniture, on the back of Van it is more eye catching.
It looks like a solid piece of gear, and would probably last a fair amount of time.
Cheers.....Simmo.
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Hard work never killed anybody but why take the chance.
They don't seem to be much value inland. However those camping on the coast where there are plenty of sea breezes get good value. They are mainly used by those who set up for extended periods in exposed coastal areas.
One thing i have notices living near them, mainly over in WA, is they are a bit more noisy than a good quiet generator. Also generators are generally shut down after 9:00 PM but the wind generators clank away all night.
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