Anyone have a small hydro electric system?

[sea2summit]

I've got a pond that's fed by 4-6 artesian wells and I have estimated 12k gph flow and right at 20' of head so I'd estimate I can probably do better harnessing that than solar. Just kicking it around and interested to see if anyone has one going.

 

[MossRoad]

I've got a pond that's fed by 4-6 artesian wells and I have estimated 12k gph flow and right at 20' of head so I'd estimate I can probably do better harnessing that than solar. Just kicking it around and interested to see if anyone has one going.

12,000 gallons per hour at 20' head should make for a nice drop. There's got to be some hydro calculators out there somewhere.

 

[jaydee325]

This should get you started:

Microhydropower Systems

 

[MAX-24-Dean]

With 20 feet of head and the flow you have the generator at the link here would work good for you. You obviously have a rare site for a hydro-electric install.

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www.scotthydroelectric.com

 

[dirttoys]

How far is the back of the damn to the house? Cool idea, hope it works!! Let us know.

Best,

ed

 

[MAX-24-Dean]

I have worked on a couple of these apmhydro turbines. good company. Link is to information to calculate site viability.

Comprehensive Site Evaluation Guide

Our Site Evaluation Guide provides a detailed overview of key factors to consider when assessing your site. Make informed decisions with our valuable guide.

apmhydro.com

 

[timbatrader]

This is in New Zealand but exports all over the world my neighboor has one it works well in the winter when he has water and he has solar pannels for the summer

https://www.powerspout.com/

lots of resources on his web page to work out diameter of pipe needed etc

 

[sea2summit]

With 20 feet of head and the flow you have the generator at the link here would work good for you. You obviously have a rare site for a hydro-electric install.

Products | ScottHydroElectric

ScottHydroElectric Turbine Products Site-specific costs like batteries, installation labor, shipping not included. (Prices have gone up do to rising materia ...

www.scotthydroelectric.com

Been looking at a Langston set up but I’ll give those guys a look. Thanks.

 

[sea2summit]

How far is the back of the damn to the house? Cool idea, hope it works!! Let us know.

Best,

ed

To the damn it’s only about 150’…to where I’d have 20’ of head it’s closer to 400

 

[sea2summit]

This is in New Zealand but exports all over the world my neighboor has one it works well in the winter when he has water and he has solar pannels for the summer

https://www.powerspout.com/

lots of resources on his web page to work out diameter of pipe needed etc

Thanks! I’d seen those units but couldn’t find a name for them.