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Innovative Air Solutions

Operations Manual-Innoair Series Small Wind Generators

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Contents

1) Introduction 3

2) Data sheets

a. Innoair 400 4

b. Innoair 600 5

c. Innoair 1000 6

d. Innoair 3000 7, 8

e. PV 75-90w 9

f. PV 150-180w 10

3) Parts list 11

4) Power generation 12

5) Site specifications 13

6) Assembly-Installation 14-18

7) Electrical installation 19-22

8) Brake replacement 23

9) Balance of system (BOS) options 24-34

10)Wind-solar power monitoring 35-37

11)Contact information 38

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Introduction

Global energy shortages and pressure to implement alternate energy sources has increased

the demand for geothermal, solar and wind generated systems. Sustainable living and the

need to reduce carbon based emissions is a topic that cannot be avoided in the world today.

Global warming and energy deficits have revitalized research and development in wind turbines. They not only have reduced noise levels and become more reliable, but have increased capacity as well. They range in size from 200w to 3.6mW and wind farms are now integrated into the power grid systems. In many locations a wind turbine is often combined with PV panels because seasonal variations in wind and solar resources are complementary. Innovative Air Solutions Inc (IAS) has secured the Canadian, selected US states and Latin American distribution rights to the latest technology in small wind turbines and PV panels. The wind turbines have been engineered to generate between 0.4 and 3.0kW and the PV panels between 75 and 150w.

Photograph 3.1 Tsingdao, China Olympic site

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● The Innoair 600 wind turbine is rated at 600w at 9 m/ sec. or 32.4 km/ hr. wind speed.

● The wind turbine begins to generate power at 2.2 m/ sec.or 7.9 km/ hr.

● The mechanical braking system activates at 14 m/ sec. or 48.6 km/ hr.

● The patented aluminum blade design is finely balanced and subsequently very quiet and efficient.

Wind

(m/s)

Wind

km/ hr

0 0.0

1 3.6

1.5 5.4

2 7.2

3 10.8

4 14.4

5 18.0

6 21.6

7 25.2

8 28.8

9 32.4

10 36.0

11 39.6

12 43.2

13 46.8

14 50.4

15 54.0

16 57.6

No. Qty: Description: No. Description: Qty:

1 1 Nut for nose cone 11 Nuts: M12 1

2 1 Nose cone 12 Spring gaskets: 12 Dia. 1

3 3 Hexagonal screws: M8 x 40 13 Wind Regulator 1

4 9 Hexagonal Screws: M8 x 30 14 Supporting Tower 1

5 12 Spring gaskets: 8 Dia. 15 Hexagonal screws: M10x25 4

6 3 Hub 16 Spring gaskets: 10 Dia. 4

7 3 Fan Blade 17 Gaskets: 10 Dia. 4

8 1 Generator 18

9 1 Tail 19

10 6 Hexagonal screws: M6 x 20 20

● An optimal installation site should provide high average wind speed and minimum turbulence

● Wind power is relatively proportional to the cube of the wind speed, for example a wind speed at 5m/s

will generate almost 2 times the power of 4m/s.

● The wind turbine could be damaged if the installation site has unstable and turbulant airflow. This will be detrimental to

wind turbine's long-term safe operation. The turbulence will also greatly reduce the power generation capabilities.

● The wind turbine's supporting tower must be at least 8m. and at least 7m above any surrounding obstacles.

Technical Data

Innoair 600 Wind Turbine Data Sheet

Description

Performance Specifications

Parts Data

Site Considerations

Technical Specifications

Number of Blades 3

Material of blades Alu

Generator type Permanent magnet

Rotor Diameter 2.2 m

Start-up wind speed (m/s) 1.5

Cut-in wind speed (m/s) 2.2

Rated Voltage (V) 24 V, DC OUT

Rated Power (W) 600

Rotor Speed Up to 650 rpm

Braking System Mechanical break

Rated wind speed (m/s) 9.0

Braking wind speed (m/s) 14.0

Net Weight/Gross Weight 35KG/39KG

Packaging Carton with styrofoam

Product Life Circle 10 Years

Warranty Period 2 Years

Optional Accessories AvailableBattery charge controller, dummy

load box, power inverter

Packaging size 1240 x 470 x 290mm

Product Origin Germany/ China

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100

200

300

400

500

600

700

800

900

0 1 1.5 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

P(W)

Wind speed (m/s)

Innoair 600

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● The Innoair 1000 wind turbine is rated at 1000w at 12 m/ sec. or 43.2 km/ hr. wind speed.

● The wind turbine begins to generate power at 3.0 m/ sec.or 10.8 km/ hr.

● The mechanical braking system activates at 15 m/ sec. or 54.0 km/ hr.

● The patented aluminum blade design is finely balanced and subsequently very quiet and efficient.

Wind

(m/s)

Wind

km/ hr

0 0.0

1 3.6

1.5 5.4

2 7.2

3 10.8

4 14.4

5 18.0

6 21.6

7 25.2

8 28.8

9 32.4

10 36.0

11 39.6

12 43.2

13 46.8

14 50.4

15 54.0

16 57.6

No. Qty: Description: No. Description: Qty:

1 1 Nut for nose cone 11 Nuts: M12 1

2 1 Nose cone 12 Spring gaskets: 12 Dia. 1

3 3 Hexagonal screws: M8 x 40 13 Wind Regulator 1

4 9 Hexagonal Screws: M8 x 30 14 Supporting Tower 1

5 12 Spring gaskets: 8 Dia. 15 Hexagonal screws: M10x25 4

6 3 Hub 16 Spring gaskets: 10 Dia. 4

7 3 Fan Blade 17 Gaskets: 10 Dia. 4

8 1 Generator 18

9 1 Tail 19

10 6 Hexagonal screws: M6 x 20 20

● An optimal installation site should provide high average wind speed and minimum turbulence

● Wind power is relatively proportional to the cube of the wind speed, for example a wind speed at 5m/s

will generate almost 2 times the power of 4m/s.

● The wind turbine could be damaged if the installation site has unstable and turbulant airflow. This will be detrimental to

wind turbine's long-term safe operation. The turbulence will also greatly reduce the power generation capabilities.

● The wind turbine's supporting tower must be at least 8m. and at least 7m above any surrounding obstacles.

Site Considerations

2.9 m

Technical Data

Innoair 1000 Wind Turbine Data Sheet

Description

Performance Specifications

Parts Data

Rated Voltage (V) 24V/48V

Rated Power (W) 1000

Start-up wind speed (m/s) 2.5

Cut-in wind speed (m/s) 3.0

Rated wind speed (m/s) 12.5

Braking wind speed (m/s) 15.0

Rotor Speed Up to 380 rpm

Braking System Mechanical break

Product Life Circle 10 Years

Warranty Period 2 Years

Net Weight/Gross Weight 44KG/45KG

Packaging Carton with styrofoam

Packaging size 1210 x 420 x 430mm

Product Origin Germany/ China

Optional Accessories AvailableBattery charge controller, dummy

load box, power inverter

Technical Specifications

Number of Blades 3

Material of blades Alu

Generator type Permanent magnet

Rotor Diameter

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200

400

600

800

1000

1200

0 1 1.5 2.2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 12.5 13 13.5

P(W)

Wind speed (m/s)

Innoair 1000

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Wind Speed m/ sec c

Innoair 3000 0

Innoair 3000 Wind Turbine Data Sheet t

Description n

The Innoair 3000 is a small wind turbine rated at 3000w at 11 m/sec or 39.6 km/ hr of windspeed d

The wind turbine begins to generate power at 3.5 m/ sec or 12.4 km/ hr r

The mechanical braking system activates at 13 m/ sec or 46.8 km/ hr r

The patented aluminium blade design is finely balanced to reduce vibration and increase efficiency y

Performance Specifications s

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Innoair 3000 Wind Turbine Data Sheet t

Technical Data

The Innoair 3000 wind generator has been engineered to produce an average of approximately 7000 kWhr/ year of

electricity at 6 m/sec. The unique blade design has a pitch system that turns to dump excess loading during high wind.

The Windy Boy 3300 WB grid-tie inverters is specified for

the innoair 3000 wind generator.

All Windy Boys are fitted with a die-cast Aluminum housing. This protects the electronic components safely from wind and weather. Combined with the Opti-Cool cooling system it ensures maximum operating capabilities even at high ambient temperatures.

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Innoair PV Photovoltaic Panel s

Technical Data Sheet: Series 75w to 90w

The Innoair PV panels Series 75, 80, 85 and 90w comprise of a configuration of 36 mono-crystalline cells. The cells are protected from extreme weather conditions encapsulated

between high light transmittance (91.6%) tempered glass with an ethylene-vinyl-acetate (EVA) and backed by tedlar composite film (TPT). The operating conditions range from -40˚ C to + 85˚

C. The hail impact test resulted in a maximum diameter of 28mm with an impact speed of 86 km/ hr.

Mechanical Characteristics Model CSG80S1-17/1209×539

Cells 36 Mono-crystalline Si 5 inch

(125*125mm)

Junction box CXRH with 2 bypass diodes

cabling Length 900mm,4mm2 with MC

connectors

Cell

encapsulation EVA(Ethylene-Viny-Acetate)

Back TPT(Tedlar composite film)

Frame Aluminum Alloy Frame

Length 1209mm

Width 539mm

Height 50mm

Weight 9.8kg

Dimensions of

the frameless

module

1,203*533*5mm(L*W*H)

Electrical Characteristics Nominal power Pmax 75W 80W 85W 90W

Power tolerance -3% ~ +5%

Open circuit voltage, VOC 21.6 21.6 21.9 22.2

Short circuit current, ISC 4.87 5.00 5.14 5.25

Max power voltage, Vmpp 17.2 17.2 17.6 17.8

Max power current, Impp 4.36 4.65 4.83 5.00

System voltage 1000V

Current-temperature coefficient at short circuit (0.065±0.015)%/ oC

Voltage-temperature coefficient at open circuit -0.3%/ oC

Power-temperature coefficient at maximum

circuit

-(0.5±0.05)%/ oC

Nominal operating cell temperature (NOCT) 45±2oC

Internal series resistance 1.6Ω

Power guarantee 10 years (-10%) 25 years (-20%)

Product guarantee 2 years

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Innoair PV Photovoltaic Panel s

Technical Data Sheet: Series 150w to 180w

The Innoair PV panels Series 150, 155, 160, 165, 170, 175 and 180w comprise of a configuration of 72 mono-crystalline cells. The cells are protected from extreme weather conditions

encapsulated between high light transmittance (91.6%) tempered glass with an ethylene-vinyl-acetate (EVA) and backed by tedlar composite film (TPT). The operating conditions range from -40˚ C to + 85˚ C. The hail impact test resulted in a maximum diameter of 28mm with an impact

speed of 86 km/ hr.

Mechanical Characteristics

Model CSG170S1-35/1579×807

Cells 72 Mono-crystalline Si 5 inch

(125*125mm)

Junction box CXRH with 3 bypass diodes

Cabling Length 900mm,4mm2 with MC

connectors

Cell encapsulation EVA(Ethylene-Vinyl-Acetate)

Back TPT(Tedlar composite film)

Frame Aluminum Alloy Frame

Length 1576mm

Width 807mm

Height 50mm

Weight 16.2kg

Dimensions of the

frameless module 1,573*801*5mm(L*W*H)

Electrical Characteristics

Nominal power Pmax 150 155 160 165 170 175 180

Power tolerance -3% ~ +5%

Open circuit voltage, Voc 43.2 43.2 43.2 43.5 43.8 44.2 44.4

Short circuit current, Isc 4.87 4.93 5.00 5.14 5.21 5.30 5.40

Max power voltage, Vmpp 34.2 34.2 34.4 34.8 35.2 35.2 35.6

Max power current, Impp 4.37 4.51 4.65 4.72 4.83 4.95 5.05

System voltage 1000V

Current-temperature coefficient at short circuit,%/oC (0.065±0.015)%/ oC

Voltage-temperature coefficient at open circuit,%/oC -0.3%/ oC

Power-temperature coefficient at maximum circuit,%/oC -(0.5±0.05)%/ oC

Nominal operating cell temperature (Noct), %/oC 45±2oC

Internal series resistance, Ω 1.6Ω

Power guarantee 10 years (-10%) 25 years (-20%)

Product guarantee 2 years

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Parts List

No. Description: Qty: No. Description: Qty:

1 Wind Direction Regulator 1 13 Hexagonal Screws: M8×40 9

2 Tail Tube 1 14 Spring gaskets: 8 Dia. 12

3 Hexagonal Screws: M6×30 6 15 Nose Cone 1

4 Spring Gaskets:6 Dia. 6 16 Even Gaskets: 10 Dia. 1

5 Even Gaskets: 6 Dia. 6 17 Spring Gaskets:10 Dia. 1

6 Even Gaskets: 12 Dia. 1 18 Nut for Nose Cone M10 1

7 Spring Gaskets:12 Dia. 1 19 Welding Flange Chassis 1

8 Nuts:M12 1 20 Hexagonal Screws: M10×35 4

9 Generator 1 21 Even Gaskets: 10 Dia. 4

10 Fan Blade 3 22 Spring Gaskets: 10Dia. 4

11 Blade clamps 3 23 Nuts：M10 4

12 Hexagonal Screws: M8×30 3

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Estimated Power Generation

Wind Speed

m/sec

Innoair 400

kWHr/ year

Innoair 600

kWHr/ year

Innoair 1000

kWHr/ year

Innoair 3000

kWHr/ year

2.5 175 260 220 0

3.0 220 660 660 220

3.5 440 755 1050 155

4.0

4.5

5.0

5.5

6.0

6.5

7.0

7.5

8.0

8.5

9.0

9.5

10.0

10.5

11.0

11.5

12.0

12.5

13.0

13.5

14.0

14.5

15.0

660

745

875

965

1050

1315

1575

2100

2450

3065

3500

3855

3940

4200

4380

4470

4555

4600

4570

4555

4470

4450

4450

875

1010

1140

1490

1750

2190

2670

3065

3590

4380

5255

5780

6045

6175

6350

6480

6660

6830

6875

6920

7010

6920

6840

1400

1665

1930

2630

3155

3415

3635

3940

4470

5040

5260

5520

6130

6570

7095

7885

8585

9810

10,075

10,075

10,075

10,075

10,075

3800

3285

4465

5475

6835

8760

10,775

11,390

13,840

15,780

17,960

19,710

21,900

23,650

26,280

27,770

27,855

27,595

26,720

25,400

25,400

24,950

26,720

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Site Conditions

The supporting tower must be set as high as possible. Since the higher the tower above the ground level, the greater the wind speed and the more stable the airflow. The recommended tower height in flat areas must be at least 8m or 26ft.

The site should have an average annual wind speed of 4m/ sec or 13 ft/ sec. 15 km/ hr, 9 mph. The ideal location for a wind turbine is 6.5m or 20 ft. above any surrounding object within a 75m, 250 ft radius. This will reduce wind turbulence and increase the efficiency of the wind turbine. At this height, the solar panels will also be well situated for optimum operating conditions.

Note that the wind power is relatively proportional to the cube of the wind speed. For example a wind speed at 5m/sec or 16 ft/sec will generate almost 2 times the power of 4m/s or 13 ft/sec.

Figure 9.1 wind site specifications

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Assembly-Installation

Picture 10.1 wind generator packaging

Picture 10.2 Packing of the generator and charge controller/ load box

The wind generators are packaged in a cardboard box and formed Styrofoam.

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Assembly-Installation

Picture 11.1.Cable installation to generator Picture 11.2 Cable installation to the light.

Picture 11.3 LED light installation.

Cables are pulled through the horizontal pole or simply dropped down on a vertical standing pole. For area lighting and/ or PV panel hybrid applications run the cables at the same time.

The lights are generally easier to

install from the ground level.

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Assembly-Installation

Picture 12.1 Generator installation Picture12.2 Generator installation at ground level

Picture 12.3 Nose cone removal. Picture 12.4 Blade clamp assembly.

The generator can be installed once the pole is in place or attached when from the ground.

Remove the bolt and nose cone. Remove the three blade clamps.

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Assembly-Installation

Picture 13.1 Generator wiring. Picture 13.2wiring to the pole cables.

Picture 13.3 Generator connection at the pole. Picture 13.4 Electrical housing replaced.

Attached the generator wires to the cables using merits and secure with

electricians tape. The pole design should also include a cable support hook at the

top.

Secure the generator with the bolts provided and blue “Lock-Tight”. Note:

depending on the pole design the electrical housing may have to be removed in

order to screw the bolts into the pole.

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Assembly-Installation

Picture 14.1 Tail tube and wind direction locator. Picture 14.2 Tail assembly installation.

Picture 14.3 Blade installation Picture 14.4 Complete blade assembly Picture 14.5 Complete unit assembly

Attach the tail assembly by joining the wind direction locator and tail tube with the

bolt provided. A 12” or 30 cm long ratchet should be used. Attach the assembly to

the generator housing with the allan screws provided.

Attach the three blades with the 12 allan screws followed by the nose cone. The

wind generator portion of the installation is now complete.

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Off-Grid Light System Battery Installation

Figure 15.1 wiring configuration

Picture 15.1 battery wiring

Batteries are hooked in series. Lighting application should have the capacity of 150 to 200 ampHrs.

LED applications can run 24v DC directly to the light and avoid the use of a converter and subsequent power loss.

Low voltage high-pressure sodium or other AC luminairs will require a 120v AC converter.

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Off-Grid Light System Battery/ 1 kW Charge Controller Installation

Picture 16.1 1 kW Charge controller

Picture 16.2 wiring to the 1 kW charge controller

Power Connection

1. Connect the battery’s positive (+) of

’Battery’ terminal on the controller

using 6 mm, ¼” cable. Connect the

battery’s negative (-) of ‘Battery’

terminal on the controller using 6mm,

¼ “ cable. Be sure that the polarity is

connected properly. The length of the

cables should be less then 1m, 3’ 3”.

Tighten the nuts of each battery

terminal by hand until it is snug, do not

over tighten.

2. Connect the output of the wind turbine

to the “Wind Input” terminals on the

charge controller

3. Connect the output of the PV panel to

the “Solar Input” terminals of the

charge controller.

4. Connect the load to the ‘+’ and ‘-1” of

“DC Output” to the light source.

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Off-Grid Light System Battery/ 600w Charge Controller Installation

Picture 17.1 battery configuration

Picture 17.2 600w charge controller

Picture 17.3 102v Ac converter

4 – 6v batteries are hooked in series. Note

that 2 – 12v batteries could also be used but

6v are much lighter and easier to handle for

the majority of applications.

The generator and PV cables are attached to

the identified connection points. The “DC

Output” is only used when 24v DC LED lights

are used.

This particular application requires a 120v

AC converter. The cables are attached to

the charge controller at the battery

connectors. The plug and cable runs to the

LED light.

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Wall Mount Photo Voltaic Panel Installation

Picture 18.1 Photo voltaic panels

Picture 18.2 wiring instructions

The panels should be mounted facing south in the northern hemisphere and north in the southern hemisphere.

NOTE: If you are not familiar with electrical codes a qualified electrician should install the equipment.

The external panel wiring must be

protected by conduit based on

local building codes.

The wiring runs through to the

charge controller and is wired to

its identified connection.

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Brake Replacement

Very little maintenance is required on the Innoair systems. Apart from visual inspections the brake must be checked which requires the following procedures:

Picture 19.1 tail assembly removal

Picture 19.2 brake assembly removal

The brake is activated when at 15 m/ sec or 50 ft/ sec at 55 km/ hr or 35 mph.

It should be checked every two years and replaced every three to five years.

Depending on the pole design it can be lowered or reached with a bucket lift. Remove the tail fin screws then the brake assembly.

Simply remove the center bolt using a 5/8” wrench and remove the brake.

Replace the assembly and bolt followed by the tail fin.

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Balance of System (BOS)

Alternate Energy Accessory Options

Depending on the requirements of a particular alternate energy system a variety of

components and options are available; these include:

Charge controllers Load diverters

Charge inverters/ Grid tie-in

Batteries

Charge Controllers s

The charge controllers are important components as they prevent the batteries from

being over and under-charged. They also regulate the voltage to help ensure the longest

battery life.

Some controllers come with various options such as 12, 24 and 48v regulation,

automatic low and high voltage adjustable disconnect and amp-hour meters. Display

monitors can also show battery voltage, PV panel/ wind generator current and output

charge current. LED lights will indicate the charge status and shows when the battery is

fully charged.

Xantrex C40 Charge Controller

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Load Diverters s

Many charge controllers have the option to divert power to heat water or air. Excess power can also be

diverted to the grid system; however, this option is not yet available in all areas. Be sure to check with your

local power authority and ask about the net-metering program. (See “Charge Inverters” for more information).

Morningstar TS45Charge Controller/ Load Diverter

Charge Inverters/ Grid Tie n

An inverter is a central component of any alternative power system that requires AC power. Inverters transform low voltage 12-volt DC power to standard 120 / 240 volt AC power (also referred to as 110 / 220 volt) used to power most modern appliances and tools. In an inverter, DC (direct current) is switched back and forth to produce AC (alternating current). This is then transformed, filtered, stepped, etc. to get it to an acceptable waveform. The more processing, the cleaner and quieter the output, but the efficiency of the conversion is reduced. The goal is to produce a waveform that is acceptable to most loads but does not lose too much power in the conversion process.

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Types of Inverters s

Modern inverters come in two basic types - modified sine wave and pure sine wave. A modified sine wave is close but not identical to the waveform that comes from your public utility. Modified sine wave inverters can run most household appliances including TV’s, stereos, lighting, computers, etc. Some equipment such as laser printers, tools with variable speed motors and other sensitive devices may work erratically with modified sine wave. Also, some appliances such as radios and florescent bulbs may give off a noticeable humming or buzzing noise. Some loads may also heat up more. Modified sine wave inverters are relatively inexpensive and have a very efficient DC to AC conversion ratio. Pure sine wave inverters produce a waveform that is identical to and in some cases better than what you get from your public utility company. All appliances and electronic equipment will operate as intended when using pure sine wave power, insuring that even your most sensitive electronic equipment runs properly. Pure sine wave inverters are considerably more expensive than modified sine wave inverters and their DC to AC conversion rate is not quite as efficient. Inverters have two different capacity ratings. One is the continuous output rating and the other is the surge capacity rating. The continuous output rating is how much power, in

watts, the inverter can provide continuously, hour after hour.

Inverters can be connected to the grid or be used to convert 24 and 48v battery packs to AC power. Both on and off-grid inverters can be modified and pure sine wave. Our Innoair 3000 wind turbines specifies the Windy Boy 3300WB and the Go-Power inverter for off-grid installations. The InnoPV specify the Sunny Boy systems.

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WINDY BOY 700U / 3000US GRID-TIE INVERTERS

SMA’s Windy Boy inverters combine the same proven technology present in all Sunny Boy inverters

with special firmware that permits direct grid-tied operation with a broad range of wind turbines –

without batteries.

This greatly reduces the overall system cost because components such as the charge controller,

batteries and associated switch gear can be eliminated. Increased total energy capture combined

with a reduction of balance of system components greatly reduces the installation and operating costs

of a grid-tied wind system.

Features:

Certified to the new UL 1741 / IEEE 1547

5-year limited warranty standard

Comprehensive SMA communications and data collection options

Rugged stainless steel enclosure

Exceptional reliability and energy capture ratio

Easy to install three-point mounting system

Modular design is easily expandable

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Specifications

Input Data (DC) Windy Boy 700U (75 V to 150 V)

Windy Boy 700U (100 V to 200 V)

Windy Boy 700U (125 V to 250 V)

Windy Boy 3000US

Max. Recommended DC Input Power:

510 W 670 W 780 W 3200 W

Max. DC Voltage 150 V 200 V 250 V 500 V

Peak Power Tracking Voltage:

75 V – 150 V 100 V – 200 V 125 V – 250 V 180 – 500 V @ 208 V 200 – 500 V @ 240 V

DC Max. Input Current: 7 A 17 A

DC Voltage Ripple: < 10%

Number of Fused String Inputs:

2 4

DC Start Voltage (adjustable):

95 V 125 V 150 V 228 V

Output Data (AC)

AC Nominal Power: 460 W 600 W 700 W 3000 W

AC Maximum Output Power: 460 W 600 W 700 W 3050 W

AC Maximum Output Current: 4.4 A 5.7 A 6.6 A 15 A

AC Nominal Voltage / Range: 106 V – 132 V 183 – 229 V @ 208 V 211 – 264 V @ 240 V

AC Frequency / Range: 60 Hz / 59.3 – 60.5 Hz

Power Factor: 1

Efficiency

Peak Inverter Efficiency: 93.6% 96.6%

CEC Weighted Efficiency: 91.5% 95.0/95.5% (208/240 V)

Mechanical Data

Dimensions W x H x D (in.): 12.6 x 12.7 x 7.1 17.8 x 13.8 x 9.3

Weight / Shipping Weight: 51 lbs / 57 lbs 84 lbs / 97 lbs

Ambient Temperature Range: –13 to +113°F

Power Consumption (standby): < 4 W (0.1 W) < 7 W (0.1 W)

Topology: PWM, true sine wave, current source

Cooling Concept: Convection Convection, regulated fan cooling

Mounting Location In-/ Outdoor (NEMA 3R):

Included/Included

Features

LCD Display: Included

Lid Color: Red/Aluminum: Included/Optional

Communication: RS485 / Wireless:

Optional/Optional

Warranty: 5-year / 10-year: Included/Optional

Compliance: IEEE-929, IEEE-1547, L 1741, UL 1998, FCC Part 15 A & B:

Included

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Some loads such as motors, refrigerators; etc. can use two or three times more power when they start up than is required when they are up and running. Inverters can deliver significantly more power for 2 or 3 seconds, when these loads start up. How much more power it can deliver, briefly, over and above it’s continuous output rating, is the inverters surge capacity rating. Inverters come in various sizes, from small ones that plug into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter and have a single outlet, all the way up to 11,000-watt inverters that will power your complete house. Large inverters are generally hard-wired into your house’s electrical system. The size of inverter you need is dependent on the loads you wish to power. Add the wattage of the specific items you will be running simultaneously. Allow for at least a 15% inefficiency factor. (Multiply your total AC wattage by 1.15) This will be the minimum continuous wattage you will need. Also, look at the potential surge wattage of specific appliances to see what minimum surge wattage will be required. To be on the safe side, it is always better to have an inverter that is a bit larger than your anticipated needs. Remember that the limitations of the inverter are largely charging system limitations. All the power your inverter delivers comes from your batteries via the charging system. A large enough inverter will convert any amount of DC power to AC power. You can easily run any size AC load with an inverter. Just remember that the DC power that is being used must be replaced through your charging system. There are some loads that are just not very efficient to run on AC power in a solar electric system. Most inverters are 120 volts AC, but 240-volt AC inverters are available if you wish to run loads that require this. There are also step-up transformers available that attach to your 120-volt inverter that allow you to produce 240 volts AC, if necessary. In some cases, you can also "stack" two similar 120-volt inverters together to provide 240 volts.

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Utility-Intertie Inverter s

In the case of a utility-tie PV system the utility provider is used as a power back-up. When the sun creates

sufficient power your electricity is supplied by the PV array or wind generator. If the alternate energy source

generates more power then is consumed the excess energy can be sold back to the utility. The net-metering

result is measured on the meter. Conversely, if the PV array or wind generator does not provide enough

power then the inverter switched to the utility energy. This is one of the best options because battery packs

do not have to be disposed of, maintained or replaced.

Multi-Function Inverters s

The multi-function inverters allow you the net-metering option combined with the use of a battery pack. A

typical installation involves the inverter connected to a battery pack, utility provider and the house electrical

system.

If the utility fails, the inverter will switch the power to the back-up battery pack. When the power is restored

and the batteries are re-charged then excess power can be sold or net metered back to the grid.

Sunny Boy Grid Tie Inverter, 2100W, 208VAC with LCD display

Note that stand-alone inverters require very a very high current from a battery to operate large loads. As

much as 200 amps can be drawn in a 12v system with a 2000w inverter at full capacity. Have a certified

electrician install the electrical components.

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Figure 1.0 courtesy of Xantrex Technology Inc.

The energy generated by the wind turbine is converted from AC to DC by the controller. The power is stored in

the battery pack and monitored to ensure against over and under-charging by the controller.

The Xantrex SW Inverter/Charger is a popular off-grid power system. It is available in 24- and 48-volt models, it provides utility-grade output power and offers high surge capacity to run most household appliances.

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Figure 1.1 courtesy of Xantrex Technology Inc.

To avoid battery storage, maintenance and disposal the Xantrex grid-tie inverter changes the power from AC to DC. When the household energy use is high, the inverter uses the solar power. At low-peak usage times, the energy can be sold back to the utility company if a net-metering program is available.

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Battery Power r

Battery type and capacity is a very important aspect in home power systems. The storage battery bank must have enough storage capacity to meet your power needs between charging cycles. In order to ensure that you have sufficient capacity a good rule is to double the power that would be consumed in a standard day. Home power (deep cycle) batteries are generally measured in "amp-hour" capacity. One amp-hour is equal to one amp of power drawn for one hour of time. Amp-hour capacity is generally given as the "20 hour rate" of the battery. Therefore, the number given as the amp-hour capacity for a deep cycle battery will be the number of amp-hours the battery can deliver over a 20 hour period at a constant draw. A 105 amp-hour battery can deliver 5.25 amps constantly over a 20 hour period before its voltage drops below 10.5 volts, at which point the battery is discharged. Lead Acid Automotive Batteries Automotive batteries are designed to deliver a relatively high amount of current in a short period of time, but should never be heavily discharged. Because home power systems require repeated deep discharges of stored power, automotive batteries are largely useless for these applications.

Lead Acid Deep Cycle Batteries Deep cycle batteries are designed to have a large amount of their stored current discharged between charging sessions, with very heavy non-porous battery plates to withstand repeated major discharging and charging cycles (deep cycles). They are not capable of delivering sudden surges of power needed from automotive batteries but can be used for alternate energy power storage.

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Gelled Electrolyte

Gelled batteries, or "Gel Cells" contain acid that has been "gelled" by the addition of Silica Gel which changes

the acid into a solid mass that resembles hard Jell-O. The advantage of these batteries is that it is impossible to

spill acid even if they are broken. The disadvantage is that they must be charged at a slower rate (C/20) to

prevent excess gas from damaging the cells. However, this is generally not a problem with solar electric or

wind power systems. The newer inverters commonly used in alternate energy systems can be set to limit

charging current to the batteries.

Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM)

A newer type of sealed battery uses "Absorbed Glass Mats", or AGM between the plates. These types of

batteries act just like gelled, but are more durable. They are considered to be one of the best choices for

storing alternate energy power. Innoair specifies the East Penn-Deka AGM and Gel batteries for renewable

energy systems.

East Penn Manufacturing makes thousands of different

sizes and types of lead-acid batteries, battery accessories,

and wire & cable products for virtually any application.

Since 1946, we have developed an enviable reputation

for world-class quality products made in our state-of-the-

art manufacturing facilities.

These facilities include our modern U. S. EPA permitted lead smelter and refinery and recycling center where we recycle virtually 100% of every used lead-acid battery returned to us.

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Wind/ Solar Power Generation Monitoring

The GreenMeter™ measures the solar power and wind power generated in your renewable power system. The GreenMeter™ PC software provides up to the minute information on your greenhouse gas savings from your wind and/or solar power systems. Solar and wind power data from four power ports, including your batteries, is measured and logged both on the device and on your hard drive. Real-time accurate solar and wind data is transmitted and stored on your computer. Critical data on power, current and voltage is tracked for up to 10 years and stored on your hard drive. The optional Windows® software application presents this data in graphical format for you to use on a website or in a presentation.

The GreenMeter™ hardware has four DC ports. Typically used for battery, power to the inverter, and power from solar and/or wind renewable sources. Its 20kw power rating offers scalability for both wind and solar sources to be used simultaneously in a hybrid power system. The optional AC sensors measure power coming into your home, and communicates your usage to your desktop. The systems architecture allows you to measure and compare the performance of renewable sources from different manufacturers.

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Through Ethernet connectivity, the GreenMeter™ PC software provides remote surveillance on your systems performance both in terms of data capture and in alarm indication. Low battery voltage alarms or high voltage thresholds are user settable, and when thresholds are crossed, the user gets an audible alarm on the device, an alarm on the LCD display, and an alarm on your desktop. The GreenMeter™ can operate as a stand-alone unit in your system or by purchasing the optional Windows® based software program, you can get additional Desktop functionality and up to 10 years of data logging.

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Applications

Residential (on-grid or off-grid) hybrid power systems o Solar o Small Wind

Wireless o Cellular towers, mobile base stations(SNMP network management compatible) o Wifi access points

Security o Remote security camera systems(IP enabled communications) o Border security

Features

Monitors multiple wind turbines* Monitors multiple solar arrays* Monitors hybrid solar and wind systems Monitor battery voltage with threshold setting Routes power from your power sources to your batteries Grid power usage meter** Network interface (Ethernet, TCP/IP, RJ-45) Standard LCD display with keypad Positive DC BUS tie for 12-48Vdc systems Power bus architecture saves time and money on installation Safety alarms (Audio/Visual) Easy to install on new or existing systems On board memory for data logging without a computer up to a year AC Grid Tie Monitor** 2 x AC Sensor Inputs** C Bus Max Current 500 Amps (250 Amps Max on one DC input) Size: 8” x 8” x 5”

* Depending on configuration, multiple sources can be monitored (e.g. Two wind turbines, Battery Bank, and Inverter). **Optional sensor sold separately.

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