Thursday, November 26, 2009

Tips on How To Make Your Own Wind Turbine

By Dan Avella

All homeowners are aware that the cost of energy is rising and continues to increase every single year. Many people are now searching for a way to reduce their electricity bills. Instead of cutting back on the amount of power that we consume it is now possible to install a device such as a wind turbine that harnesses a renewable source of energy. There are many kits available in the market but it is also possible to make your own wind turbine using some basic tools and material.

You will not only see financial savings but also you will be doing your part in protecting the environment for the generations to come. Wind turbines are preferential over solar panels as they can produce energy twenty four hours a day even in a slight breeze. Also they can be very useful for those people who have a property not connected to the national power grid. You can easily learn how to make your own wind turbine and harness household wind power to generate your own electricity.

To make your own turbine you first of all need to acquire the correct materials. These can be purchased from a local hardware store or sourced through the internet. If you have experience at DIY then it will not be a difficult project to complete. With a little skill and a few readily available materials, you can make your own wind turbine and start saving money on your electric bill before you know it.

The necessary parts will include a motor, a mounting, a tower, and blades. Depending upon your energy requirements a turbine can vary in size. Most people will use a 30 volt motor. If you understand aerodynamics you can make the blades from an old PVC pipe otherwise you will have to buy specialised blades. The tower can often be built from a strong piece of metal pipe that needs to be securely fastened.

You will also need a number of batteries to store the energy that is produced as well as a regulator to control the flow of power. Since it is so simple and relatively inexpensive, ore and more homeowners are learning how to make their own wind turbine. It will help you to save money, reduce pollution and gain independence from the electric grid.

As always when working with electricity, safety is of paramount importance. You need to ensure that any electrical equipment cannot be affected by precipitation.

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