How to determine the capacity of a diesel generator
To confirm the capacity of a diesel generator, the following factors need to be considered:
Load demand: The capacity of the generator should match the load demand. Load demand refers to the total power required by the equipment or power system that requires power supply. The capacity of the generator should be at least equal to the total load demand to ensure that it can meet the required electricity demand. It is usually recommended to choose a slightly larger generator capacity to leave room for future load increases.
Load characteristics: The characteristics of the load have an impact on the capacity of the generator. For example, starting an electric motor requires more current to overcome inertia, so in this case, the capacity of the generator should be able to provide sufficient starting current.
Reliability of power supply: The reliability of power supply refers to the continuous working time and failure rate of the power system under specific working conditions. If a highly reliable power source is needed, it is usually necessary to choose a generator with higher capacity.
Operating environment: The operating environment also has an impact on the selection of diesel generator capacity. For example, in high temperature or high-altitude environments, the power of the generator may decrease, so it is necessary to choose a higher capacity.
Budget constraints: The capacity of diesel generators will also be affected by budget constraints. Normally, higher capacity generators also have higher costs.
Therefore, when selecting generator capacity, it is necessary to comprehensively consider the above factors to determine the suitable diesel generator capacity for specific applications.
