"Richard W." wrote in message ...
"Eric R Snow" wrote in message
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If a motor is used as a generator will it put out about the same
wattage as it consumes when used as a motor?
Thanks,
Eric

Check out this site.

http://www.qsl.net/ns8o/Induction_Generator.html

Richard W.

String trimmer motors make pretty decent cieling fans powered off a PV solar panel.