What Size Generator Do I Need?

Asking yourself, “What size generator do I need?” You’re off to a good start: choosing a generator that’s the right size for your specific needs is essential for the functionality and efficiency of the unit. If you buy a smaller unit than is necessary, it may not be able to accommodate all of the applications it must keep running; but buying a unit that’s much larger than is required won’t run efficiently, either.

What Size Generator Do I Need? Three Factors to Determine Your Best Fit

Many factors should be considered when determining what size generator you need. Ask yourself what the generator’s primary functions will be; this is the key factor in choosing the most appropriate fit. Once you know what your generator will be powering, keep in mind these three factors:

1. Starting Wattage: Keep in mind each individual machine, item and function that your generator will be responsible for powering. These all factor in to the amount of watts required to power on all essential units.
2. Voltage: Heavy duty applications that require industrial motors with higher horsepower will require a high-voltage generator, oftentimes a three-phase generator. Generators that will power homes or smaller businesses usually require lower voltage outputs such as what is generated by single-phase generator units.
3. Run Time: How long will your generator be required to run for at a time? Some facilities require a backup generator running at all times to ensure efficiency, while others do not. Backup generators generally will only need to run for short periods of time, until emergency power outages are resolved.

It’s always a good idea to speak to a professional when you’re unsure of which size generator would best suit your needs. Keep in mind these factors and all the functions your generator must be able to accommodate, then get more information from a professional in the field.

Trust Woodstock to Help When Asking Yourself “What Size Generator Do I Need?”

Woodstock Power Company is dedicated to customer service. We have staff available 24 hours a day to provide answers and assistance when you need it. Call us at 610-658-3242 or email our sales team at sales@woodstockpower.com. We’d love to help determine what size generator would best suit your needs, and provide you with a perfect match from our inventory of reliable used generators. Choosing Woodstock for your next used generator can save as much as 75% off of top name brands!