Diesel Generator Specifications: How to Interpret Them

Diesel-fueled generators offer many advantages. One of the primary advantages is that they are fuel-efficient.

For anyone looking to buy a diesel-fueled generator, reading and making sense of diesel generator specifications is a must. Specification sheets contain all of the available information about a unit; it’s vital to read and understand spec sheets to find a generator that best suits your needs.

Understanding Diesel Generator Specifications

For anyone new to the world of specification sheets, the task of reading one may seem daunting. Spec sheets contain an abundance of information, so knowing exactly what to look for is essential. When looking at diesel generator specifications, start by looking for the following:

  • Fuel Type: Checking the fuel type is necessary in determining that the unit you’re reading about is a diesel-fueled generator.
  • Available Voltages: Voltage information is crucial in figuring out if a particular unit is the right size for your needs. Heavy duty applications will require a high-voltage generator while lower voltages are plenty for standard home and small business use.
  • Compliance Standards: Industrial facilities and others would do well to pay attention to compliance standards in order to ensure they fit into the EPA’s current regulations. This will help to ensure generator emissions are kept low and avoid fees for exceeding limitations.

These are just a few of the important pieces of information to keep an eye open for while reading spec sheets; a general guide to reading spec sheets may also be helpful. While looking over spec sheets, keep in mind the specific requirements you are looking for in a generator. This will help you to narrow down units that don’t generate enough power or are too powerful for your needs among other factors that will maximize your generator’s efficiency.

Spec sheets are also generally full of helpful definitions, such as ratings definitions and codes and standards to help make further sense of information contained in the sheet.

Woodstock Helps Make Sense of Diesel Generator Specifications

Our excellent and knowledgeable customer service staff is available 24/7. We can help break down diesel generator spec sheets as well as discuss any other questions you have about generator sales in general. Call us today at 610-658-3242 or email our sales team at sales@woodstockpower.com. Getting the help you need to understand diesel generator specifications has never been easier!

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