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maxingout · 21-11-2007, 17:08

I use 2 aerogen 6 wind generators on Exit Only. The are quiet and put out a lot of power.

We can get 200-400 amp hours per day when the trades are really blowing. I usually run just one wind generator at anchor unless the winds are light. When sailing offshore with all electrical systems up and running, I run them both.

I put my first aerogen on Exit Only in New Caledonia, and I didn't have to run my engine for three weeks to generate electricty. I added the second aerogen when we took off on the second half of our trip around the world. I did not want to restrict the power usage by our crew of four, and the second aerogen gave us surplus power. When the trades are blowing hard, much of the power is dissipated into a dump resistor.

I have no regrets about my Aerogens.

21-11-2007, 17:08	#6
maxingout Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Fort Pierce, Phoenix Boat: Privilege 39 Catamaran, Exit Only Posts: 917	I use 2 aerogen 6 wind generators on Exit Only. The are quiet and put out a lot of power. We can get 200-400 amp hours per day when the trades are really blowing. I usually run just one wind generator at anchor unless the winds are light. When sailing offshore with all electrical systems up and running, I run them both. I put my first aerogen on Exit Only in New Caledonia, and I didn't have to run my engine for three weeks to generate electricty. I added the second aerogen when we took off on the second half of our trip around the world. I did not want to restrict the power usage by our crew of four, and the second aerogen gave us surplus power. When the trades are blowing hard, much of the power is dissipated into a dump resistor. I have no regrets about my Aerogens. __________________ Dave Exit Only http://maxingout.com