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The WES18 is a two bladed, high performance, reliable 80 kW midsize wind turbine with a rotor diameter of 18 meters. The mechanical part of the WES18 was designed in 1983, the electrical part has been redesigned in 2005. WES18 turbines are manufactured and exported by WES in the Netherlands. WES18 wind turbines are sold, installed and maintained all over the world by a global network of certified and trained dealers.
WES18 Main characteristics
High performance (6,5 m/s wind; 193.000 kWh/year)
Ideal turbine for average wind speeds up to 8,5 m/sec.
Low cut in wind speed, 2.7 m/sec.
Over 750 units installed around the world.
Low visual impact
Little maintenance needed.
Easy installation.
High reliability.
Life expectancy of 20 years or more.
Lattice or tubular towers, in different heights.
Standard container or trailer transport.
Low mechanical loads on blades, gearbox and tower.
Mechanical passive blade pitch and active yaw.
Possible to install without crane.
Ideal for hard to reach, remote locations.
IPC based computer control system.
Advanced AC/DC/AC IGBT control cabinet.
Patented wind diesel frequency control system.
Internet monitoring.
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