What kind of motor have you used to make a wind powered generator?

Question

What kind of motor have you used to make a wind powered generator?

Answer 1

Never built one myself , but most use a form of generator not a motor. I sent a few links you can look at. Have fun

Answer 2

A generator by nature is actualy a dc motor with the power applied to the rotor instead of the field coils but that is a little theory heavy,  really you need a generator and depending on how much wind you get and the size of the generator will also play a factor in how big your blades are.

There are lots of books on generation and fan power on the market today

Answer 3

I built mine useing a alt from a Dodge. Find a 200 amp self exciting alt. I charge 6 ,12volt batt.