What is a Diesel Generator?
A diesel generator is the combination of a diesel engine with an electric generator to generate electrical energy.
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Hatz Diesel Generator
- USED
- Manufacturer: Hatz
HATZ TYPE E108U HC101 RPM 2300-60KW 12 ELECTRICITY PLANT WITH ITS MOTOR 3KVASold as one lot
1 MW 2023 Refurbished Caterpillar C32 Diesel Generator Sets
- REFURBISHED
- Manufacturer: Caterpillar
- Model: C32
- Hours: Zero
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Atlas-Copco QAS 30 Generator Set
- USED
- Manufacturer: Atlas-Copco
- Model: QAS 30
- Hours: 4,500 – 6,700 hours available
- Power: 30 kVAs available
Good condition Atlas-Copco QAS 30 Generator Sets available between 1987 and 2017 years.
How many Litres of diesel does a generator use per hour?
| Generator Size (kW) | ¼ Load (per hour) | Full Load (per hour) |
|---|---|---|
| 20 | 0.6 gal/hr2.3 ltr/hr | 1.6 gal/hr6.1 ltr/hr |
| 30 | 1.3 gal/hr4.9 ltr/hr | 2.9 gal/hr10.9 ltr/hr |
| 40 | 1.6 gal/hr6.1 ltr/hr | 4.0 gal/hr15.1 ltr/hr |
| 60 | 1.8 gal/hr6.8 ltr/hr | 4.8 gal/hr18.7 ltr/hr |
What size diesel generator for the home?
You can run the most critical household equipment with a generator rated at 5,000 to 7,500 watts. These include things like a refrigerator and freezer and lighting circuits. A generator with around 7500 running watts can run all these appliances at once.
Why are diesel generators so expensive?
Because they provide a greater power output, diesel generators are typically larger than their petrol counterparts, meaning they are more expensive investments.