Diagrams and Wiring Resources
Diagrams and Wiring Resources
Learn how to connect the different pieces of a system together through various diagrams, videos, and tutorials.
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Wire Sizing
Maximum Wire Ampacities
Information to help you determine the wire size for your project plus recommendations for pairing fuses with cables.
Wire Loss Tables
Handy wire loss tables to determine the maximum distance one-way in feet of wire from the power source to the load.
Cable Sizing Podcast
Wes and David talk about wiring sizing and the impact it has on your wind and solar system.
Amp and Volt Meters
Amp Meter to Shunt Bar
Basic analog meter wiring diagram connecting it to shunt bars.
DC Amp and Volt Meter Wiring
Q and A with Jeff from MWANDS about using DC amp and voltmeters.
Analog Meter Wiring
Simple wiring diagram on wiring an analog meter.
Batteries
Battery Wiring Diagrams
Beginner battery wiring instructions for 12, 24, and 48-volt battery banks.
Parallel Wiring Battery Banks
How to wire your 24 or 48-volt battery banks to increase amperage.
Series Wiring Battery Banks
How to wire your 24-volt battery bank to increase voltage.
Batteries for Beginners
Learn about getting started with batteries for wind and solar applications and the different types of batteries used.
Choosing Batteries for Wind or Solar
Learn more about one of the most misunderstood parts of an energy system is the battery or battery bank.
Measuring Battery State of Charge
A simple chart to measure how full your batteries are by the battery voltage.
Blocking Diodes
How to Install a Blocking Diode
How to determine if your DIY project needs a blocking diode and how to install it.
Charge Controllers
Combination Charge Controller & Divert Load
Wiring diagram for a combination charge controller with built-in divert load.
Rectifiers
3-Phase Diagram
How to wire a three-phase rectifier.
3-Phase Rectifier Diagram
How to wire a three-phase AC wind turbine to a battery bank using a 3-phase bridge rectifier.
3-Phase Double Rectifier Diagram
How to wire a dual three-phase AC wind turbine to a battery bank using two 3-phase bridge rectifiers.
Solar Panels
Solar Panel to Grid-Tie Inverter
Basic wiring diagram showing how to connect solar panels to a grid-tie inverter.
Wind Turbines
Wind Turbine to DC to AC Inverter
An diagram of a basic set up using parts from Missouri Wind and Solar.
Wind Turbine to Grid Tie Inverter
Simple diagram and installation on how to use a wind turbine with a grid tie inverter.
Wind Turbine Slip Ring
How to properly wire a slip ring to the wind turbine for easy rotation.
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