Case Study – Bagtor House Domestic micro-hydro installation 55m headCase Study: Site: Bagtor House Turbine: Single Jet Pelton Power: 5.5kW Head: 55m Western Renewable Energy (WRE) carried out work from feasibility forward to comissioning Site specific issues include: • High head – 55m • Small flow • Pipe route through stony woodland • System a rebuild of an old systemAs the catchment was small physical measurement was carried out in addition to computer analysis. Existing derelict powerhouse and intake tank to be repaired and reusedNew pipeline installed following old route where possible, using fusion welded plastic pipePelton turbineWRE coanda screen

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