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Problems with Preexisting Hydro | 16 comments (16 topical, editorial)

Re: Problems with Preexisting Hydro (3.00 / 0) (#2)
by Jonesy on Sun Apr 13th, 2008 at 05:17:50 PM MST
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I don't know what the original intent was with the design. I basically walked into a poorly designed system. I definately understand the implications of trying to send 12 volts this distance. But that's what was/is here.
The alternator produces around 15 V in operation.

For my part, I was against the 600 dollar wire upgrade, in favor of a PM alternator producing higher voltage and a method of step down. Which, it looks like is nescisary anyway. But, now 24 volt transmission should be sufficient, as opposed to the 120 V I figured would be needed to overcome VD in the original wire.

The turbine is the standard harris pelton. I don't understand what pitch diameter is, but it's about 5 inches total diameter.

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Problems with Preexisting Hydro | 16 comments (16 topical, 0 editorial)

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