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I think I've scrolled past YouTube videos of people making hydro power with old car alternators or electric dryer motors... might need a few of them to get the desired voltage, but they should also be nearly free for the scavenging.
I've seen those videos. The problem is that I do not have the right tools and a place where to work with them.
I prefer an already made turbine and just install it next to the river.
I would like to start testing with something like this: https://amzn.eu/d/0a7rK4NW
More like testing and learning by doing it. Is a good cheap option and is small. Keep in mind that my homestead place is not easy reachable by car, only by hiking 8km from nearest village, through a forest, regular trail only walking.
I was carrying all the materials in my backpack and is a hell of a job. Carrying a 20-30kg turbine on my back for 3h is not an option.
Sorry guys but this time I do not have any software or business idea, I have only a personal challenge. Is more like a DIY or construction project.
Now that my mountain cabin is ready, I want to add to it a "power source" from the nearby small river.
I want to install a small hydropower turbine, not too much, just like 1-2 kW.
I think the water source debit is like 1L/s . I've tested with a 8cm tube and I get like 20L in 19-25sec. Pretty good right?
My challenge is how to install it, what model should buy, what other ele tri al dispositives I need etc.
I want to get 220V with 1kW power from that river.
I do not eant solar / wind other bullshit batteries. I have a river, the most powerful and reliable source of energy. Will be a shame not to use it.
I have some electrical knowledge bacground but I never installed such thing. A real challenge for me, not only because of the devices but also how to install it on the river or next to it.
I may need ideas from somebody with real experience in this matter.