I am thinking of getting a generator but this is confusing
2007-01-04 16:45:52 · 7 answers · asked by jerm 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics
3600rpm is important in that it is the same as 60Hz, standard frequency for AC in North America. 50kW is the rated power capability of the generator. Most generators of this size operate at 1800rpm. This is a considerable amount of power if you are considering it for residential use. Fuel and other operating costs will be high.
Are you certain you haven't misread the label or entered a typo? Check to be certain you aren't looking at a 5.0kW generator.
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2007-01-06 12:21:42 · answer #1 · answered by Warren914 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the generator lists that as its rating, when the generator is running at 3600 rpm, it can supply 50kW. That is probably listed because it is the normal peak load that you can safely operate the generator at. Most generators are self-governing and will increase or decrease based on the load being drawn off of them. It can supply less than 50kW but probably not much more without losing voltage. BTW, a 50kW generator is fairly large and generally used for commercial loads. I am assuming that this is not for your personal residence unless you have a super large home. Most homes could use a 5 or 10kW generator for emergency loads during an outage.
2007-01-05 00:54:07 · answer #2 · answered by bkc99xx 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
3600 rpm is the capacity of the generator while 50 kw is the power at that rpm. Usually u want low rpm and high power so that the generator does not work hard to generate power. Dpending on what u might need it for, I would consult the people where u intend to buy it.
2007-01-05 00:54:04 · answer #3 · answered by El C 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
kW is the abbreviation for kiloWatts, a unit of energy per unit of time; in layman's terms, how much electrical power the generator will produce. You may be familiar with kiloWatt-hours, which are used in some parts to measure electricity usage. If you run a 1 kW generator for one hour, you generate one kiloWatt-hour of electricity.
rpm is the abbreviation for revolutions per minute. This refers to how fast the motor armature is spinning to generate this power.
If you are confused, you should probably consult with a qualified electrician or service professional rather than an internet service. Explain what you need to run with the generator and for how long, and they should be able to help you find the best generator for it.
2007-01-05 00:56:13 · answer #4 · answered by tallguy1138 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It means you must power it by an engine capable of keeping the generator shaft rotating at 3600 turns per minute, in order for the unit to deliver its maximum rating of 50,000 watts. I estimate 80 HP.
2007-01-05 00:55:16 · answer #5 · answered by charley128 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
kW is kilowatts, an expression of power. Rating at 3600rpm is probably nominal, but will be less kW at less rpm and vice versa. the rpm will probably adjust according to power draw from appliances attached, using a feedback curcuit. With no appliances attached your generator will just idle at minimal rpm to conserve feul.
2007-01-05 00:58:05 · answer #6 · answered by micky h 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, it provides 50 kilowatts of electricity, and the motor spins at 3600 revolutions per minute.
2007-01-05 00:54:11 · answer #7 · answered by powhound 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋