SITE EVALUATION

Certain information must be determined concerning your site, in order to use its potential for maximum output. Head and flow must first be determined. The other factors are: pipeline length, transmission distance, and the system voltage. These factors determine how much power can be expected.

Power is generated at a constant rate by the Stream Engine and stored in batteries as direct current (DC). Power is supplied, as needed, by the batteries, which store energy during periods of low consumption for use in periods where consumption exceeds the generation rate. 

Appliances can be used that operate directly from batteries, or 120 volt alternating current (AC) power can be supplied through an inverter, converting DC to AC power.

Sites may vary, so carefully consider flow and head when choosing yours.

Maximum head can be achieved by placing the Stream Engine at as low an elevation as possible, the machine can become submerged (or washed away!).