STREAM EVENT: THINKING ABOUT WIND POWER FOR YOUR BOAT?

Tune into our discussion to find out about the benefits of fitting a Rutland wind charger on your boat. Energy independence onboard enhances your sailing experience and will also keep costs down onboard. Get all the info straight from our experts - Rutland's Sales Director Stuart James and Force 4 Expert James Tudor-Williams - as they discuss the pros and cons of wind power onboard. 

00:00 • Introduction
00:49 • What are wind chargers /turbines/generators and how do they work?
02:13 • What is the difference between the Rutland 504, 914i and 1200 wind chargers, and how much power will they produce?
03:24 • Are wind chargers capable of producing enough power to power your boat?
06:53 • Are wind generators easy to install and mount?
11:14 • Wiring - what do you have to take into consideration?
12:26 • How will a controller stop my battery from overcharging?
13:01 • What are the different controllers for the 504, 914i and 1200 Rutland wind chargers?
14:45 • What is the difference between the Marlec HRDi and HRSi controllers?
16:46 • What's the benefit of adding a Marlec remote display?
19:20 • Is there a difference between wind power and solar power in terms of output or efficiency?
23:35 • Why have you added the Rutland 1200 wind charger in 48V to the range?
24:47 • Can Rutland really supply parts and spares for machines purchased as far back as the mid-80s?

You can see our Rutland Windcharger Range here: https://bit.ly/3C5sjUJ

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