Clean Diesel Generators
Power consumption averages for the U.S. are about 30 KWH per day. The average load is in the area of 1.25 kW, but load conditions vary minute to minute throughout the day. Considering full power protection a 8-11 kW generator is needed. At two hp/ kW it will need in the area of a 25…
To start we need to define some terms: • Volts (V) – is electrical “pressure” • Amp (A) – or Ampere is the electrical current. • Kilo (k) – is one thousand (1,000) • Watt (W) – real power (0.0013 x watts = hp) • Horse Power (hp) – power (hp x 745.7 = watts)…
As with all things mechanical there is a constant deterioration of the various parts. At some point these creations fail to perform. Additionally every mechanical device conceived requires a minimum level of maintenance and TLC. This holds true for the diesel powered electric generator. Wet Stacking of Diesel Generators In past blogs, we have covered…
Engines have to be matched to their load for efficient operation, in particular it is critical for diesel engines to operate near heavy load. Diesels suffer from a phenomenon referred to as “wet stacking”. This occurs when a diesel is operated at light loads preventing optimized operational temperature. Without sufficient heat, fuel collects in the…
Do you live in an all electric home? Imagine if the power goes down in mid July in the southwestern desert. Interior heat can rise easily into the 90’s or more. Grandpa, a former smoker, is now dealing with the progressive disease of emphysema, and has to have oxygen. He is tied to an oxygen…
