DIESEL ENGINE GENERATORS BASIC INFORMATION AND TUTORIALS

A typical diesel engine-driven generator rated 500 kW is shown in figure below. Typical ratings of engine-driven generator sets are given in table below as well.


Individual models by various companies may be different. Lower speed units are heavier and more costly, but are more suitable for continuous duty.

Diesel engines are somewhat more costly and heavier in smaller sizes, but are rugged and dependable. The fire and explosion hazard is considerably lower than for gasoline engines. Sizes vary from about 2.5 kW to several MW.




1 comment:

  1. Yes, sizes may vary and ratings of this diesel generators are good. This is actually very informative post. Thanks

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