Marlec Rutland 1200 Marine Windcharger
Experience the powerful but quiet operation of the new Tri-namic profile blade. Our latest turbine, the Marlec Rutland 1200, is the ideal companion for generating energy on board, read on to find out why it is the most technologically advanced micro wind turbine and controller in its class.
What is the Marlec Rutland 1200 Marine Windcharger?
The Marlec Rutland 1200 Marine is the latest in the Marlec Rutland family of marine turbines used by yachtsmen around the world since our first model in 1978. This high efficiency and technologically advanced turbine uses a high-tech MPPT controller specifically designed for charging 2 battery banks with the feature to accept input for solar panels.
When you need a reliable source of power on-board, take a look at the Marlec Rutland 1200 Marine turbine. Designed, developed and manufactured by Marlec in the UK, the Marlec Rutland 1200 Marine captures the energy in the wind to provide the power you need for fully charged batteries on board. The almost silent operation is a key feature of this innovative marine turbine that’s specifically designed for the power needs of yachts 12m or more.
Typical Applications
- Long Distance Cruising
- Coastal Cruising
- Narrowboats & Barges
- Electric Boats
Generate Power For:
- Navigation Equipment
- Electric Winches
- Lighting, Chargers, PC’s etc
- Refrigerators
Why Choose The Marlec Rutland 1200 Marine Windcharger
The Marlec Rutland 1200 Marine Turbine sets the standards for micro wind turbines in both performance and reliability. At the manufacturing facility in Corby, UK high grade materials to create a robust, high quality and long lasting turbine. Distinctive blue hard anodized marine grade aluminium, modern and lightweight UV stable injection mouldings and stainless steel components and fasteners perform in temperatures experienced from the Arctic to the equator.
√ Designed for marine applications
√ Modern, durable materials for excellent reliability and product longevity
√ Simple and fast to install
√ Enables batteries on-board to be fully charged using natural resources
√ Eliminating the need for engine charging
√ Available in 12V and 24V
√ Generates up to 483W
√ Produces 290W at 11m/s (21 knots) wind speeds
√ Manufactured using high quality materials, designed to endure harsh environments
√ Designed, developed and manufactured in the UK by the UK’s longest established renewable energy company.
Marlec Rutland 1200 Marine Turbine Features
The Marlec Rutland 1200 Marine combines a highly efficient wind turbine with innovative design features and a technologically advanced controller designed for marine applications. Together they generate real-life levels of power that lead the market of micro wind turbines.
There are three technical advantages the Marlec Rutland 1200 Windcharger has over similar models in the market:
Unique Tri-Namic Aerofoil Blades
The refined aerofoil blade profile is purpose designed for quietness, low windspeed start up and high wind peak aerodynamic performance. Each injection moulded blade is identical and perfectly balanced for smooth operation.
Benefits
- A rotor that remains virtually silent across all windspeeds.
- A very low cut-in windspeed that starts charging at <3m/s (6mph/9kmph)
- Unrivalled power generation of 250W at 10m/s (23mph/37kmph) and peak power of 483W @ 15m/s.
- Efficient, finely profiled Tri-namic blades ensure that the Marlec Rutland 1200 converts the maximum energy available in the wind to charge your batteries.
Generator
The Marlec Rutland 1200 generator is based on Marlec’s pioneering disk type design. Its low resistance AC operation combines the latest powerful rare earth type magnets with a 3-phase winding and low friction bearings. This is housed in a protective aluminium casing and all manufactured by Marlec in the UK.
Benefits
- Cool operation which increases efficiency and reliability.
- The low resistance generator works in harmony with the aerofoil blades and controller to ensure that across the whole range of windspeeds the Marlec Rutland 1200 generates the maximum energy possible from the available wind.
- The generator is sealed to withstand weather conditions around the world.
Elegant and Aerodynamically Styled
The overall benefit is greater Ampere hours of energy delivered to your battery.
The sculpted nose and nacelle efficiently direct the flow of air leading to the built-in tail fin which directs the rotor to the prevailing wind.
Hybrid MPPT Controller Specifications
This purpose designed Marlec Rutland 1200 Marine Hybrid Controller incorporates hi-tech features to fully optimise power generation from both the turbine and solar panels and to prevent overcharging the batteries. The facility for charging 2 battery banks is an especially useful feature on-board.
The controller is a key component in the Marlec Rutland 1200’s holistic design by Marlec providing intelligence at managing the renewable energy generation to up to 2 battery banks.
Performance of the Rutland 1200 Marine
The published curves based on measured data and use ongoing actual performance data collected and monitored over long periods of time of the turbines running in real wind conditions. This means the turbines are also subject to side winds, upwinds and sudden changes of wind direction (these are the causes of turbulence) experienced at a user’s typical installation. The curves represent a truer reflection of the power output you can expect from your Marlec Rutland Windcharger compared with many other turbines.
Marlec Rutland 1200 Specifications
- Cut in Windspeed 2.5 m/s
- Output Voltages Available (Nominal) 12V 24V
- Power / Current Ratings:
- 5m/s 10knots 40W (2.9A) 40W (1.45A)
- 11m/s 21knots 290W (21.3) 290W (10.7A)
- 15m/s 29knots 483W (35.5A) 483W (17.76A)
- Generator Type Low friction, brushless 3 phase alternator with high specification rare earth magnets
- Yaw Rotation Slipring and brush gear for 360º free rotation
- Governing Devices Electronic stalling for electrical protection and to prevent over-charging
- Post Fixing Internal / External Diameter 41mm / 48mm over a minimum of 600mm length to clear blade tips
- Minimum Tower Height Minimum 2.7m On-Board (9ft)
- Turbine Diameter 1200mm (48in)
- Turning Radius 620mm (24 3/8 in)
- Turbine Net Weight 7.8kg (17.2lbs)
- Controller Dimensions & Weight 258 x 164 x 68mm, 1.3kg (10 x 6.45 x 2.67in, 2.86lbs)
- NB: 5cm clearance required on all sides
- Packed Weight & Dimensions
- 900 x 390 x 185mm, 11.25kg (35.4 x 15.3 x 7.2in, 24.8lbs)
- Packed Weight & Dimensions 900 x 390 x 185mm 11.25kg
