Top 10 Diesel Generators

The best choice for long-term and economical energy supply - this is how, without false modesty, the designers of the German company Fubag describe their brainchild DS 5500 A ES. I must say that they do not exaggerate too much, and the diesel generator really shows itself to be a reliable and non-gluttonous home assistant. At partial (75% of rated power) load, it needs about 2.5 l / h, which is about 10% lower than the consumption of diesel devices and 40-60% more economical than gasoline generators with a rated power of 5 kW.

The manufacturer provides a 24-year warranty on all products. It is not surprising that it is reinsured in every possible way against breakdowns by installing all kinds of protection systems: AVR (automatic switching on of the reserve in the event of a sharp drop in voltage), protective shutdown in case of a critical drop in oil level, automatic overload and digital indicator of operating parameters. They also took care of the high functionality of the device - users are delighted with 3 sockets for 16 and 32 A, a connector for connecting automation and an air heating system for easy start-up at low temperatures.

The best autonomous source of electricity for summer cottages is the South Korean development of the Hyundai DHY-6000 SE. The engine is quite picky about the quality of domestic diesel fuel, which allows the generator to serve the homeowner for a long time. The generator uses a powerful diesel engine with a capacity of 10 liters. With. and a volume of 406 cubic meters. cm. The tank holds 17 liters of diesel fuel, which is enough for 9 hours of uninterrupted operation. The power plant produces current with a power of up to 5.5 kW. For comfortable operation, the manufacturer has equipped the unit with a number of options. These are a soundproof casing, an hour meter, a silencer, measuring instruments, wheels. The total weight of the device is 160 kg.

Buyers speak positively about the build quality, smart control system, acceptable noise and vibration levels. The generator starts without problems, during operation, all voltage indicators remain stable. Among the shortcomings can be identified a lot of weight and unreliable wheels.

When looking for a quality source of electricity that runs on diesel fuel, do not lose sight of one of the most popular models of the Russian-Chinese Champion brand DG6501E. It is initially produced taking into account local operating conditions and the wishes of Russian buyers. The power of the unit, two 220V sockets and one 12V output is enough to power equipment with a total power of 5 kW from it.

The generator is designed on the basis of a wear-resistant 4-stroke engine of the well-known company Loncin (the company also produces engines for BMW, Black & Decker and other world brands).The presence of an electric starter facilitates starting in adverse conditions. The fuel tank capacity increased to 12.5 liters provides 8 hours of continuous operation, and the fuel gauge will signal when refueling is required. In addition, the device is equipped with an oil sensor, a voltmeter and a voltage regulator. There is also a convenient transportation kit - an ergonomic handle, supports and large rubber wheels, which allows you to operate the generator not only at home, but also in field conditions.

The scope of the SDG series generators extends to construction, when heavy equipment is used, and to the maintenance of private houses with a three-phase power supply. The active power of the presented model is 6 kW. Powerful (10 hp, 500 cm³) A 4-stroke engine, which is more economical than 2-stroke ones (consumes about 2.5 l / h), is designed for a longer resource and produces less noise and vibration. Starting is carried out manually or using the electric starter button. The perfect operation of the unit is ensured by an air cooling system.

The most important control devices are provided - a voltmeter, a diesel fuel level indicator, there is a protection system against the so-called."oil hunger" of the motor. The device comes with a 12V/30AH battery, a 12V adapter, 4 wheels, a spark plug wrench, 2 ignition keys, a capacitor compensator, and a rigid metal frame. In general, the generator is assembled soundly, the design inspires confidence, which is enhanced by the fact that 5 years ago, the Firman electrical systems set a record for the duration of work without breakdowns and ended up in the Indonesian Guinness Book Museum.

The 3-phase power plant DS 14000 DA ES, equipped with a 2-cylinder diesel engine, an electric starter and an automation connector, is able to provide uninterrupted power to a home, production or construction site. The total power of consumers can reach 10 kW. Thanks to the 25-liter tank and liquid cooling, the device is able to work up to 6 hours without stopping. There are other advantages: high motor resource and design reliability, as well as relatively low fuel consumption - at a load of 75%, the generator consumes 4.2 l / h.

In user reviews, we found repeated confirmation that the manufacturer is honest, technical indicators do not exaggerate - during the "test drive" and in real conditions, the device was loaded to the maximum, and it passed the test with honor. There are also complaints. Some people think that the generator is expensive or too noisy (80 dBA at 7 m). However, it is still recommended for purchase and they believe that it is difficult to find a better, more powerful and more economical station.

The Daewoo DDAE 10000SE diesel generator is designed to serve as a source of single-phase electricity with a voltage of 220 V. There is also a 2-mode model 10000SE-3 Dual Power, which allows it to be used for 1- and 3-phase consumers with the same power output. The device is equipped with a powerful Daewoo engine with a working resource increased to 2000 hours. The active power is 7.2 kW, which is quite enough to light a large house, operate household appliances and some equipment, such as a water pump.

According to reviews, the generator does not cope with the declared power by 100%: it produces 7 kW calmly, but at 7.2 it becomes difficult for it until smoke appears. With a maximum of 8 kW, the power plant will only be able to operate at start-up. Despite the fact that the manufacturer classifies it as a professional category, the instructions do not recommend loading the device for a long time by more than 75% of the maximum (6 kW). Nevertheless, the unit is serious, assembled to the conscience, thanks to the closed case it works quietly, it always starts the first time and is the most affordable 8-kilowatt unit with similar functionality.

The Mitsui industrial group is one of the largest in the world. It includes dozens of companies in various industries, including Toshiba, Yamaha and Toyota. All Mitsui Power ECO generators are manufactured in our state-of-the-art factory in Hong Kong and equipped with our own engines.For example, the ZM7000-DE model has an air-cooled ZX 192 FE engine and is capable of an active power output of 6 kW.

The synchronous alternator, which in the design is responsible for converting kinetic energy into electrical energy, is 100% made of copper. The main advantage of this solution is the ability to withstand peak loads and short-term fluctuations, continuously producing high-quality electricity. Other, no less important, advantages of the unit are titanium coating on the valves, which increases their service life and at the same time reduces the amount of harmful substances in the exhaust, as well as cryogenic treatment of piston rings, due to which their resource has been significantly increased.

The domestic company Azimut has released a powerful diesel generator at an affordable price. The Azimut AD 20-T400-1P model is equipped with a BEARFORD K4100 in-line 4-cylinder engine with a capacity of 3610 cc. see Low-speed liquid-cooled power unit can operate without overheating for a long time. The fuel tank holds 65 liters of diesel fuel, this volume is enough for uninterrupted operation for 10 hours. Active and maximum power indicators are 20 and 22 kW, respectively. The unit weighs 575 kg. The power plant generates three-phase current.

Consumers use the Azimuth AD 20-T400-1R unit as the main or backup current source. The machine supplies electricity to small businesses, retail outlets and country houses. Among the shortcomings, consumers distinguish the noisy operation of the generator.

Last year, TSS celebrated its 25th anniversary. During this time, she managed to develop the production of generators, components, construction and welding equipment up to 5000 items. Today, TSS electrical systems are used by such giant structures as the Ministry of Emergency Situations, Gazprom and Rosneft. For a private house, as well as at construction sites and street trade points, it is advisable to use one of the most popular diesel models with an output power of 11.5 kW.

There are several types of its execution: open, in a casing, in a container, with ATS. The SDG-12000EH variant can operate without refueling for 8 hours, after which the engine (2-cylinder, 4-stroke) needs an hour's rest. Preheating makes it possible to start the generator at low temperatures - from 0 to ‒20 °C. In the event of an overload or a low oil level, an electronic emergency protection system is activated that controls the operation of the unit using sensors. Subject to the recommendations specified in the instructions, the installation will last much longer than the period covered by the company's warranty - 1 year or 1000 hours.

The Europower EPS333TDE generator set has proven itself in Russia, mainly due to the reliability of the engine of the Japanese company Kubota. It is characterized by an extremely low level of noise and vibration pollution (71 dB), full compliance with stringent EU environmental standards, economical (6.5 l / h) fuel consumption even when using domestic fuels and lubricants.

With an output power of no less than 24 kW, the generator is an ideal source of energy for residential and industrial facilities, while it is relatively modest in size and weight - 1700x1180x740 mm and 710 kg, which is important in case of installation in a limited space. For comparison, the dimensions of similar devices from other brands are 2200x900x1600 mm. The unit is assembled by hand in Belgian factories. Thanks to the protective casing, it can be installed outdoors and operated in any weather, up to 35 ° below zero. Maintenance of the station does not require a lot of time, since all technical work is carried out through conveniently located technological hatches.