Will a hybrid charge controller work on a wind turbine?

Many charge controllers are made specifically for wind turbines or solar panels and will not work when installed with the incorrect infrastructure. A hybrid charge controller will allow you to charge batteries from both your turbines and panels.

Should you install a wind-solar hybrid system?

Out of all these, installing a wind-solar hybrid system is the most impactful thing you can do to increase the effectiveness of your renewable energy system. There’s a reason we’re not called Missouri Wind or Solar. The combination of solar and wind technology helps you unlock the full potential of your turbines and panels.

Can I use a solar charge controller with a wind turbine?

Unless you purchase a wind and solar hybrid kit, which already includes a compatible controller, you need to look carefully at the charge control unit to make sure it can be used with both wind turbines and solar panels.

What is a hybrid charge controller?

A hybrid charge controller will allow you to charge batteries from both your turbines and panels. You can also install separate controllers for turbines and panels, a hybrid controller just allows you to run both through the same charge controller.

Should you go for a wind and solar hybrid setup?

If your goal is to live entirely free of the power grid, you will have to balance your power demands with the output of your renewable power system. This means reducing unnecessary appliances, but also expanding your wind and solar hybrid setup. Fortunately, going for a hybrid setup early on makes future expansion easier and more flexible.

What is a hybrid control unit?

With the OneView ® Hybrid Control Unit you can maximize power capacity and enhance the usage of grid connection capacity. Through the integration of different technologies, this solution enables you to control your assets remotely and curtail them fast if needed. What does the OneView ® Hybrid Control Unit include?