Gensets for Sale from the UK
Power Range
13 - 4375 kVA
Fuel Types
Diesel
Frequencies
50 & 60Hz
Phase
Single & 3 Phase
Build Types
Silent & Open
Warranty
Brand Specific
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What is a Genset?
Also known as a generator set, a genset is a combination of equipment that converts fuel into electrical energy. In most cases, the term "genset" used to refer to the combination of a combustion engine (typically diesel) and electrical generator (alternator) that work in partnership to generate a single source of power.
What is a Genset User For?
Primarily, gensets are used on sites that aren't connected to the power grid, acting as a self-sufficient power supply. They may also be used as an emergency source of power when the connection to the grid fails. Finally, they can be used to produce power during peak hours. When your energy demands are at their highest, you can deploy a genset to reduce the costs of getting all your supply from a utility company.
What Elements Make Up a Genset?
A genset produces power through its engine and alternator. They can use a variety of fuel sources, including diesel, gasoline/petrol, biogas, natural gas, and more. The fuel is stored in a fuel tank, burned in the engine, and converted by the alternator.
The addition of an Automatic Transfer Switch helps genset owners control when the genset starts to supply power while the control panel acts to monitor, regulate, and protect the genset.
Other components include a soundproof & weatherproof canopy, often made of steel or aluminium. Treated with anti-corrosion elements, it keeps the airflow that cools the engine consistent and also reduces the amount of noise produced by the genset.
Finally, the baseframe (or skid) is a solid frame often made of steel that reduces vibrations that could cause damage to the genset and may be used to elevate the generator.
How Are Gensets Used?
The mechanics of a genset are usually the same, differing sometimes based on the fuel source used to provide the heat. However, there is a range of applications for a genset, as described below:
Finding the application you need need can be a crucial step in choosing the right genset for your business or site.
Could You Benefit from Installing a Genset?
A genset can help provide the supply of power you need for your off-grid site or act as an emergency backup and even a cost-cutting measure. Finding the right fuel type, fuel capacity, and arrangement depends on your exact needs, but there is no denying the utility and versatility of such a device on your site.
Can't Find the Genset You Need?
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