Installer Directory
author

Written-by

Janet Richardson

calendar

Updated on

Sep 04, 2024

Read Time : 1 Minutes

Electronics in a Wind Turbine

Wind turbine systems will also contain the following electrical components:

  • Wind Turbine ElectronicsTurbine isolator switch - used in order to allow for the safe maintenance of the turbine. The turbine isolator is also used to prevent the turbine’s mechanics from failing in high winds.
  • Circuit isolator - positioned between the various other components of the system in order to allow for safe maintenance of the wind turbine and the electrical system of your property.
  • Control box - used to control all the main functions of the wind turbine, such as the braking system (used to prevent the blades from spinning and becoming damaged in storms). Many control boxes also have an LCD display which allows you to monitor the turbine’s current operation and performance.
  • Cabling - used to connect the various parts of the wind turbine system. Cabling between the turbine and inverter isoften placed underground, except in the case of roof-mounted turbines.
  • Generation meters - For Feed-in Tariff purposes, it is necessary to measure the rate at which the turbine system exports energy to the local electricity distribution network. The export meters must be MCS-certified in order for the system to be eligible for FiTs.
  • Batteries (in the case of off-grid systems) - used to store the electricity generated.

Your installer should include all of these components in the initial installation quote, so there is usually no need to buy them yourself.

COMPARE PRICES FROM LOCAL INSTALLERS

Compare prices from local companies fast & free

Enter your postcode to compare quotes from leading professionals. We promise to keep your information Safe & Secure. Privacy Policy

Wind Turbine Inverters

 

Power One - Trio Inverter

The inverter is a key component of any wind turbine system. Inverters are units which convert the direct current (DC) power produced by wind turbines into alternating current (AC) which can be used to power appliances in homes and business, or exported to the electricity grid.

The specifications - and therefore the cost - of the inverter will vary depending on the size and power output of the wind turbine system. Inverters for small roof-mounted turbines can cost just a few hundred pounds. For other domestic pole-mounted systems (of up to 5-6 kW), you can typically expect to pay around £1,000 for an inverter. Larger and higher quality inverters can cost significantly more. Some larger turbines, such as the 10kW Xzeres 442SR come with inverters included.

Wind turbine installation companies should include the cost of the inverter and all other components in the initial quote.

Inverters tend to have a shorter life expectancy than the wind turbines themselves: manufacturers typically offer parts and service warranties of between 5 and 10 years.

 

Find a local installer

Welcome to the biggest directory of UK renewable energy companies

image

Related Articles

Wind Turbine Information: A Guide for...

If you have been on the coast or in the country, chances are you will have come across those co...

How Much a Wind Turbine Costs: A UK G...

Compared to other renewable energies for domestic or business use, wind turbine costs vary cons...

How Much is a Wind Turbine Likely to...

How Much Profit Will I Make From a Wind Turbine? As with other renewable technologies, wind...

How a Wind Turbine works

How Does a Wind Turbine Work? Wind turbines work on a very simple principle: the wind turns...

Is my Site Suitable for a Wind Turbin...

Will my property be suitable for a wind turbine? Above all others, this is the key question...

What are the Different Types of Wind...

People tend to think about large collections of towers dotted across farmland and floating offs...

The History of Wind Turbines

Man has been trying to harness the power of the wind since he started living in towns and c...

Wind Turbine installers UK

This feature allows you to find a local or national Wind Turbine Installer in the UK.  You can...

Wind Turbine Manufacturers

Wind Turbine Manufacturers Wind turbine development has moved on a pace in the last 30 years...

Wind Turbine Installation Guide

How is a wind turbine installed? The length and complexity of the installation process depen...

Wind Turbine Life Span

Good quality wind turbines are engineered to have as few moving parts as possible and to withst...

Is Installing a Wind Turbine Worth it...

Assessing whether installing a wind turbine is viable involves taking into account the wide ran...

Find a local installer

Welcome to the biggest directory of UK renewable energy companies

Or

COMPARE PRICES FROM LOCAL INSTALLERS

Compare prices from local companies fast & free

Enter your postcode to compare quotes from leading professionals. We promise to keep your information Safe & Secure.

Privacy Policy
Contact
Contact Us

We keep your information Safe & Secure. Privacy Policy

What technology are you looking to install?
What do you require?
logo
Before you go... Can we help you with anything?

Leave your details and we'll contact you to discuss your requirements

We keep your information Safe & Secure. Privacy Policy

x
logo

quick and free price comparison for solar or heat pumps

We keep your information Safe & Secure. Privacy Policy