Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines.
Sky Flair are approved resellers of Leading Edge turbines and offer the full range of turbines on a supply only or supply/install/maintain basis.
Leading Edge aim to offer turbines which are:
- more powerful hence offering an excellent energy harvest over a year
- more reliable giving a reduction in maintenance visits
- better looking providing attractive modern designs with low impact
- and great value giving lowest cost per unit generated over competitors
They offer a comprehensive product guarantee lasting 2 years troughout the product range (including masts and accessories) and the turbines are designed for a 20 year lifespan.
All turbines are designed and manufactured in the UK.
All Leading Edge Turbines are on the MCS Transtiion List whilst they attain full accreditation. Whilst on the transition list any MCS accredited inctallation is elegible for the Clean Energy Cashback scheme (also referred to ar a feed-in tariff or FIT). See full details of the transition arrangements here.
Leading Edge LE-300 Extreme
The classic horizontal axis wind turbine perfect for off grid applications including charging boat or caraven batteries and is ideal for hybrid systems in conjunction with PV panels. The LE-300 Extreme can also be grid connected with the use of a Mastervolt Windmaster 500 grid tie inverter.
Estinated annual output*: 250 - 400kWh per annum dependent upon site location and wind speed
| Rated Output @ 8m/s | 85w |
| Maximum Output | 300w |
| Rotor Diameter | 1.0m |
| Start up wind speed | 3.0m/s |
| Rated wind speed | 8m/s |
| Rated Voltage | 12v or 24v off-grid or Windmaster grid-tie |
| Net weight (excluding tower) | 5.5kg |
LE-300 Technical Specification Sheet
| Description | Price |
|---|---|
| LE-300 Extreme Turbine | £560.00 |
| Guyed Tower | £125.00 |
| Mastervolt Windmaster 500 Grid Tie Inverter | £591.30 |
Typical installed cost for a grid tie system is approximately £2500 to £3000 (Inc VAT)
Leading Edge LE-600 (launch date to be confirmed)
The soon to be launched LE-600 is based on the tried and tested LE-300 Extreme but with twice the power. The LE-600 is an extreme environment capable small wind turbine which offers exceptional value for money and great reliability. Typical applications for the LE-600 include, unmanned monitoring stations, gas extraction platforms, live aboard marine vessels, road and safety signage & general off-grid power augmentation. The LE-600 can also be grid connected with the use of a Mastervolt Windmaster 500 grid tie inverter.
Estinated annual output*: 250 - 1900kWh per annum dependent upon site location and wind speed
| Rated Output @ 7.2m/s | 160w |
| Maximum Output | 700w |
| Rotor Diameter | 1.54m |
| Start up wind speed | 3.0m/s |
| Rated wind speed | 7.2m/s |
| Rated Voltage | 12v,24v, 48v off grid or Windmaster grid-tie |
| Net weight (excluding tower) | 26.5kg |
LE-600 Provisional Technical Specification Sheet
| Description | Price |
|---|---|
| LE-600 Turbine | TBC |
| Guyed Tower | TBC |
| Mastervolt Windmaster 500 Grid Tie Inverter | £591.30 |
| Typical installation cost | TBC |
Typical installed cost for a grid tie system is TBC
Leading Edge LE-1000
Previously called the Minstral the LE-1000 Turbine features an array of innovations and construction techniques as well as heavy-duty engineering. The LE-1000 has been designed to be simple, low cost, durable and yet still give excellent performance.. The LE-1000 is designed for both off grid and grid connect applications.
Estinated annual output*: 750 - 1400kWh per annum dependent upon site location and wind speed
| Rated Output @ 8m/s | 300w |
| Maximum Output | 1150w |
| Rotor Diameter | 1.8m |
| Start up wind speed | 3.0m/s |
| Rated wind speed | 8m/s |
| Rated Voltage | 24v, 48v off grid or Windmaster grid-tie |
LE-1000 Technical Specification Sheet
| Description | Price |
|---|---|
| LE-1000 Turbine | £1600 |
| 10m Guyed Tower | £1000 |
| 10m Freestanding Tower (reccomended) | £2350 |
| Mastervolt Windmaster 500 Grid Tie Inverter | £591.30 |
Typical installed cost for a grid tie system is approximately £8000 to £8500 (Inc VAT)
Leading Edge LE-2000
Previously called the Merlin the LE-2000 Turbine is a arger 'off-grid' battery charging turbine that can also be grid connected. The LE-2000 Turbine features an array of innovations and construction techniques as well as heavy-duty engineering providing excellent performance at low wind speeds.
Estinated annual output*: 2000 - 4000kWh per annum dependent upon site location and wind speed
| Rated Output @ 8m/s | 1100w |
| Maximum Output | 2500w |
| Rotor Diameter | 3.0m |
| Start up wind speed | 3.0m/s |
| Rated wind speed | 8m/s |
| Rated Voltage | 24v, 48v off grid or grid-tie inverter |
| Net weight (excluding tower) | 54kg |
LE-2000 Technical Specification Sheet
| Description | Price |
|---|---|
| LE-2000 Turbine - Grid Tie | £2200 |
| LE-2000 Turbine - off grid 24v or 48v Battery | £2750 |
| 10m Guyed Tower | £1000 |
| 10m Freestanding Tower (reccomended) | £2350 |
| 2500w Grid Tie Inverter | £1300 |
Typical installed cost for a grid tie system is approximately £11000 to £11500 (Inc VAT)
Leading Edge LE-3600
The LE-3600 is a grid tie turbine that is perfect for domestic use which, in a good location, should meet the average domestic household's annual electricity consumption. It has been specifically designed to allow maximum input to a grid-tie system under G83 regulations.
The large rotor diameter gives excellent energy yield at everyday wind speeds whilst the active flight control computer keeps the larger swept area under control in high winds and storm conditions.
Estinated annual output*: 3000 - 6000kWh per annum dependent upon site location and wind speed
| Rated Output @ 7.5m/s | 2000w |
| Maximum Output | 3600w |
| Rotor Diameter | 4.4m |
| Start up wind speed | 3.0m/s |
| Rated wind speed | 7.5m/s |
| Rated Voltage | grid-tie inverter |
| Net weight (excluding tower) | 135kg |
LE-3600 Technical Specification Sheet
| Description | Price |
|---|---|
| LE-3600 Turbine | £3700 |
| 10m Freestanding Tower (15m also available) | £2350 |
| 3800w Grid Tie Inverter | £1883 |
Typical installed cost for a grid tie system is approximately £14000 to £14500 (Inc VAT)
Leading Edge LE-6000
The LE-6000 is a grid tie turbine that is perfect for larger domestic houses, farms and light comercial use. The oversize rotor diameter gives excellent energy yield at everyday wind speeds whilst the active flight control computer keeps the larger swept area under control in high winds and storm conditions. The LE-6000 has been designed to operate with the successful and established 'SMA 6000' inverter designed for connection to a single phase supply, or can be installed on two 'SMA 3000' inverters on a three phase supply (under the G83 regulations).
Estinated annual output*: 5000 - 12000kWh per annum dependent upon site location and wind speed
| Rated Output @ 11m/s | 5000w |
| Maximum Output | 6000w |
| Rotor Diameter | 6.0m |
| Start up wind speed | 3.0m/s |
| Rated wind speed | 11m/s |
| Rated Voltage | grid-tie inverter |
| Net weight (excluding tower) | 265kg |
LE-6000 Technical Specification Sheet
| Description | Price |
|---|---|
| LE-6000 Turbine | £6000 |
| 15m Freestanding Tower | £3600 |
| 6000w Grid Tie Inverter | £2800 |
Typical installed cost for a grid tie system is approximately £19500 to £20000 (Inc VAT)
Predicted Energy Production: The instantaneous power curve and energy production estimates shown here are based upon ideal operating conditions. Every turbine installation is unique and the energy production may deviate from figures listed here due to many factors such as turbulence and wind shadowing. Particular sites for small wind turbine installations should be evaluated on their merits. If in doubt, seek the advice of an expert. These specifications are for use as an indicator only as actual performance may vary due to local environmental considerations.