Wind Turbines

Shop small wind turbines for off-grid, hybrid solar-wind, and residential applications. Horizontal and vertical axis turbines with wholesale pricing for installers and system integrators.

Products

Ryse Energy AIR Wind Turbine

SKU: PRIMUS

$1220.00

Products

Ryse Wind Accessories

SKU: PRIMUS-AC

$42.00

Products

SkyStream 3.7 Marine AC Wind Turbine

SKU: 1-S37M-240-60-2-US

$15000.00

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SkyStream 3.7 Pro AC Wind Turbine w/Mounting Pole Kit

SKU: 1-S37M-240-60-2-US-KIT

$24500.00

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Tower Kits and Auger Sets

SKU: PRIMUS-TK

$57.00

Small Wind Turbine Buying Guide

Small wind turbines generate power when the sun is not shining — at night, during storms, and through the winter months when solar output drops. Paired with solar panels in a hybrid system, wind fills the gaps and reduces the battery bank size needed for reliable off-grid power.

When Wind Makes Sense

Wind turbines are most cost-effective on rural properties with at least one to two acres of open land and an average annual wind speed above 10 mph (4.5 m/s). Sites near ridgelines, open plains, or coastal areas tend to have the strongest and most consistent wind. If the site is heavily treed or surrounded by buildings, turbulence will reduce output well below rated specs — real-world production typically runs 15–30 % below nameplate in marginal locations. For most suburban rooftops, solar alone is the better investment; wind is the addition that makes sense in specific high-wind environments.

Horizontal vs. Vertical Axis

Horizontal-axis wind turbines (HAWT) are the traditional propeller design and deliver the highest efficiency at rated wind speeds, making them the standard choice for dedicated tower installations. Vertical-axis turbines (VAWT) accept wind from any direction without a yaw mechanism and handle turbulent, gusty conditions better, which makes them a fit for sites with variable wind direction or lower mounting heights. VAWTs are generally quieter and easier to maintain because the generator sits at the base, but they produce less energy per swept area than a comparably sized HAWT.

Hybrid Solar-Wind Systems

In much of the U.S., wind and solar peak at complementary times — solar dominates summer days while wind picks up in winter and at night. Combining both in a hybrid system smooths the generation curve and allows a smaller battery bank than either source alone would require for the same level of autonomy. Most hybrid charge controllers accept both PV and wind inputs and manage charging priority automatically. Size the wind turbine to cover 30–50 % of the daily load target, with solar handling the remainder, for a balanced system that produces power in the widest range of conditions.

Sizing, Towers & What to Check

Turbine output scales with the cube of wind speed — doubling the wind speed increases energy by eight times — so tower height matters more than turbine size. A 30-foot increase in tower height can boost production by 25–40 %. Match the turbine voltage (12 V, 24 V, or 48 V) to your battery bank and verify compatibility with your charge controller. Confirm the turbine carries certification from the Small Wind Certification Council (SWCC) or equivalent, and check the rated survival wind speed to ensure it can handle peak gusts at your site. Factor in annual maintenance costs of $500–$2,000 for inspections, lubrication, and brake and bearing service.

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