
Eoltec started with a blank slate and set the goal of designing an
uncompromising, best-in-class wind turbine that is optimized for the
low to medium wind speeds found in most places most of the time.
The result is the 6 kW Scirocco. Coupled with the 97% peak efficiency
Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) Aurora inverter, a Scirocco
wind turbine gets the most energy out of any wind, with an excellent
cost/performance ratio. In fact, it will produce nearly as much energy as
its nearest 10 kW competitor, at a far better price point.
What makes the Scirocco wind turbine unique is its innovative blade
pitch control. The blade pitch is mechanically governed such that rotor
RPM stays below 245 at all times. This very low maximum RPM
results in low blade tip speeds, less mechanical stress, and less wear.
It also makes the Scirocco much quieter than other wind turbines in its
class. There is no need for furling, no associated furling power loss,
and its full 6 kW output is available for wind speeds from 11.5 m/s (40
km/h) and up.
Basic Model: $42,000.00 (Turbine & 60ft Monopole Tower only)
What makes the Scirocco wind turbine unique is its innovative blade
pitch control. The blade pitch is mechanically governed such that rotor
RPM stays below 245 at all times. This very low maximum RPM
results in low blade tip speeds, less mechanical stress, and less wear.
It also makes the Scirocco much quieter than other wind turbines in its
class. There is no need for furling, no associated furling power loss,
and its full 6 kW output is available for wind speeds from 11.5 m/s (40
km/h) and up.
- has a long history in marine environments in the Orkney Islands in the UK
- 97% peak efficiency
- High production for its costs
- Keeps producing energy in high winds up to 156mph
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| Configuration: | | 2 blades, Horizontal Axis, Upwind |
| Rated Wind Speed: | | 28mph (11.5 m/s) |
| Rated Power @ 28mph: | | 6kW |
| Applications: | | Direct Grid-Tie, Off-Grid, Direct Heat & Wind Diesel |
| Rotor Speed: | | 80mph - 245 rpm |
| Starting Speed: | | 5mph (2.7 m/s) |
| Cut-in Wind Speed: | | 5mph (2.7 m/s) |
| Cut-out Wind Speed: | | None |
| Warranty Wind Speed: | | 135mph (60 m/s) |
| Design Life: | | Stated 25+ years (with maintenance) |
| Overall Turbine Weight: | | 450lbs (600kg) |
| Rotor Diameter: | | 18.5ft (5.6 m) |
| Swept Area: | | 81ft² (24.7 m²) |
| Blade Length: | | Approximately 9ft (2.8 m) |
| Blade Material: | | 2 FV+ Epoxy blades, aluminum root insert, hollow technology |
| Power Regulation: | | Full span centrifugal pitch control (fully sealed mechanism)Patented Flexiable Blade Stall System |
| Generator: | | Brushless, Direct Drive, Permanent Magnet |
| Configuration: | | 3 Phase AC from Generator to Rectifier. 120VAC/240VAC/48VDC |
| Base Level: | | Centrifugal pitch regulator, stalls blades to limit rotational speed |
| Second Level: | | Dynamic brake, optional tower base forced blade stall brake |
| Third Level: | | Redundant Relay Switch for over/under voltage or Frequency |
Online Performance Monitoring
Aurora Inverter remote monitoring system is a powerful and cost effective tool for remotely monitoring.
| Warranty: | | 5 Year Warranty |
| Maintenance: | | Annual inspection and general lubrication
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Tower Heights & Types:
| Monopole: | | Built to suit - All Hinged with Gin Pole |
| Self Supporting Lattice Towers: | | *available in multiple heights |
| Guyed Towers: | | *available in multiple heights |