What are the Different Types of Generators here in the Philippines?
The following are the generally available generator sets here in the Philippines:
Electro Motive Diesel Generator
operates on a low rate of revolutions per minute and is generally not a high maintenance generator.
Diesel Generator
is essentially a diesel engine that is combined with an electric generator (usually an alternator) that supplies emergency power, and is also used as an energy source for power grids.
Portable Generators
typically run on gasoline as fuel and is commonly utilized for smaller scale practical purposes, but in many cases can fit the needs of industrial jobs.
- Portable Recreational Generator – runs on gasoline and is mainly used for personal affair, such as powering home computers.
- Portable Residential Generator – functions as an emergency/alternative power source for home backup, capable of powering basic household appliances (such as refrigerators, washing machines, television sets, etc.)
- Portable Industrial/Construction Generator – single to triple phase diesel or gasoline phases. High cycle generators cater to standard construction/industrial tools by offering 60Hz to 180Hz of power.
Natural Gas Generators
run from natural gas with varieties of power range: from 20KW – 2500KW and engines from 150hp – 4000hp.
Mobile Tower Generator
usually single voltage models that run on diesel, these have numerous voltage applications, and offer transferable sources of power for both construction and industrial settings.
Standby Generator
there are 2 types of standby generator: Alternating Current (AC), Direct Current (DC), usually used as an emergency power source for business operations and schools. They also function with an automatic transfer switch, when the main power source fails.
Power Take Off Generator
usually utilized in high power agricultural tools such as tractors.
Two Bearing Generator
powered by independent varieties of power sources made possible by a pulley mechanism; typically used for specific trucks.
Vehicle Mounted Generator
commonly placed on mining, oil field, and construction vehicles.
Welder Generator
is a single unit generator with welding operatives. It is accessible in both gasoline models and diesel units.
For each type of generator set, here in the Philippines, there are generally 3 main sources of fuel:
Diesel
this fuel is the most commonly utilized because of several factors. It is a safer source of fuel in comparison to gasoline because it is not as easily ignitable. Diesel engines also burn significantly less fuel than gasoline
Gasoline
known as the secondary option in generator fueling; gasoline fueled generators cost less than diesel engine generators. It is mainly more efficient for portable usage.
Natural Gas
this fuel burns the cleanest in contrast to the aforementioned fuels. Evidently, it is the most environmentally friendly. Natural gas generators are also incredibly practical due to having no need to keep external fuel storage.
Propane
another clean burning fuel, however, propane generator sets consume up to 3 times more fuel, and is more potentially dangerous in its flammability. However, it can be incredibly reliable as an emergency home generator due to its ability to not clog up fuel systems when stored.
