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Home Made Generators
Posted: Wed May 12, 2010 3:40 am
by Readymom
Hat Tip to
Whisper @ American Preppers Network:
TheEpicenter.Com
Converting a Lawn Mower into a Gernator
http://theepicenter.com/tow082099.html
After many attempts, we have successfully completed the construction of a generator using a common lawn mower engine, the type that is sitting in your back yard right now.
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Parts Needed:
- The motor:
- The Alternator:
- Electrical wires:
- An "A" style industrial V Belt
- A cast iron pulley
- The mounting bracket
Home-Made: Five Gallon Bucket Hydroelectric Generator Build
Posted: Thu Jul 25, 2013 3:34 pm
by Readymom
Home-Made: Five Gallon Bucket Hydroelectric Generator
How To Build A Hydroelectric Generator (FREE PDF Plans!)
http://knowledgeweighsnothing.com/how-to-build-a-hydroelectric-generator-free-pdf-plans/
If you have a moving water source such as a stream, creek, river or irrigation system, you could be using it to generate electricity for free! Below is an awesome 35 page PDF instruction manual on how to make a low cost hydroelectric generator, in a 5 gallon bucket. I’ll be honest, it is not the simplest thing in the world to build, but if you are competent, technically minded DIY-er , this shouldn’t present too many difficulties.
PDF can be found here:
http://www.five-gallon-bucket-hydroelectric.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/FIve-Gallon-Bucket-Hydroelectric-Generator-Build-Manual-.pdf
Includes:
- Introduction
Performance and Specifications
Materials
Construction
Electronics
Conclusion
Home Made Generators
Posted: Tue Jul 02, 2019 4:00 pm
by Readymom
DIY Bicycle Generator
https://www.askaprepper.com/diy-bicycle-generator/
Making your own bicycle generator is a good addition for those who are interested in going off the grid and finding a way to live on their own terms. It not only generates electricity but also provides you with a great cardio workout, which could be an alternative to going for a run and a good addition to anyone’s life.
Building the generator is simple if you have the motivation, creativity and, of course, the items necessary to build it:
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Re: Home Made Generators
Posted: Fri Aug 06, 2021 5:07 pm
by Readymom
Build a generator from a lawn edger motor.
https://www.survivalistboards.com/d3/downloads/23769-Build%20a%20generator%20from%20a%20lawn%20edger%20motor.pdf
We will discuss how to build your own generator that looks something like this.
This generator was built using a 3 horse power Briggs and Stratton horizontal shaft motor, a GM 65 amp automotive alternator (with built in voltage regulator), a used car battery, a pulley and V-belt, a 12 volt cigarette lighter outlet box with fuse, a DC to AC power converter, a low voltage control switch, a scrap of 3/4" plywood, a few scraps of 2 x 4 lumber, 4 wheels, and two battery cables. We also used a custom designed bracket manufactured from a local fab shop to make it all come together in a snap.
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