Ampair's Aquair 100 towed turbine generator for yachts is the most effective means of generating electricity to recharge 12 V / 24 V batteries at sea. It generates approx. 1amp/knot (12 V) at average cruising speeds. The rope transmits power of the spinning turbine to the on-board generator. Gimbal mounting of the generator gives foolproof operation and long-life. The installation is simple from stern rail with no permanent hardware. The Aquair 100 is suitable for use on Blue Water cruising yachts and easily mounted and demounted using a simple rope system. Wind turbine conversion is available for use at anchor.
The Aquair pedigree
This machine has been proven over thousands of miles of ocean cruising. Reliability is achieved by using a towed turbine on a 30 metre line directly coupled to the shaft of the totally sealed alternator. The stainless steel gimbal ring provides a simple and automatic alignment method. Built to professional standards for long term endurance and backed by full manufacturer’s warranty, the Aquair 100 is conctructed of marine grade materials for minimal maintenance. A spare turbineshould be considered to cater for accidental loss.
Advantages
Use of an Aquair 100 greatly reduces the frequency of engine running to recharge service batteries. The turbine generates sufficient power to run an autopilot, maintain navigation equipment or support a fridge. It produces a continuous output of up to 6 Amps at 12 V. Its permanent magnet alternator with built-in rectifiers has no commutator brushes and the windings cannot overheat so it requires no thermal cut-outs or protection choke.
The hybrid system
- Towed Turbine Generator when sailing.
- Wind Driven Generator when at anchor.
Water drive versus wind drive
Sailing downwind at 6 knots, the Aquair 100 Water Drive generates approx. 5 amps continuous charge. To obtain 5 amps of generation from the wind driven version while underway, the wind speed required is typically 30 knots (24 knots plus 6 knots boat speed).
Wind Conversion Kit
Wind Conversion consists of a 6-blade wind turbine, direction fin plus swivel poles (or pole mount). This enables the Aquair 100 to be hoisted in the rigging or stern mounted for use at anchor.
Simplicity at sea
- Reliable power on long voyages
- Totally quiet during operation
- Can be connected direct to battery
- Converts to Wind operation in minutes
- High and Low speed turbines available
- Will charge a flat battery
Testimony from Sail World Magazine
"After 35,000 miles of cruising, with a spare in the hold (just in case), we have never had even a nibble, let alone a bite from a fish on our trailing genny. The brand we use is an AMPAIR, and it puts in 6 amps at 6 knots reliably over a 24 hour period." |