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    Generator tripping when parallel generators taken offline

    Hi, Hope you’re keeping well. Currently have an issue onbaord with regards to one of generators tripping. The generator is capable of taking full load when running in parallel with other generators, but when power demand drops and they go offline the faulty generator will trip causing a...
  2. D

    UK Where are the TN-S generators?

    Hi all, I've recently had 2 customers enquire about installing a backup generator for their domestic premises. After a lot of research, contacting generator manufacturers, and generally going around in circles, it's become apparent that TN-S, or "centre tap earth" generators are practically...
  3. HappyHippyDad

    portable generators and earthing?

    A customer has asked me to install a generator to supply her house for when they have a power cut. I have already said this is beyond my capability and I will definitely not be taking the job. However, I'm interested in understanding it a little better. So you have the correct size live and...
  4. K

    Earthing of standby generators

    Afternoon guys. Recently been asked to do a generator changeover switch for a friend it’s a 6.0kva standby generator . The earthing system is tnc-s . Just seeking a bit of advice with regards to earthing requirements as it’s a portable gen . Also it will be sitting on top of block paving . Can’t...
  5. F

    LPG Generators for residential use

    What with everything thats going on at present and likely to continue well according to the Business Secretary thinking of getting above. Like the look of Pramac GA20000 20KVA 3 Phase LPG Residential Backup Generator. anyone had experience of these or LPG generators in general. unsure of my...
  6. A

    DIY question about portable generators.

    I have a Duromax XP1500EH portable generator which has a 240V 50A outlet and a 240V 30A outlet. I have a 200A transfer switch on my main service panel with a 240V 50A wire connector for attaching my generator. I used this connection during IDA last week and it worked great. My question is can a...
  7. S

    offgrid electrical connection using generators and battery to run a house

    I have a chance that I might be able to purchase a rural site for my home(self-build). The problem is my limited budget and timeline( full house completion) does not allow for an over 2k euro connection for a basic electrical connection to run a household for parents and kids aged 2,6,8 I...
  8. marconi

    Reliability of LPG Honda Suitcase Inverter Generators

    I have been working on an off grid application using PV panels and an inverter-charger-battery to power small mobile installations. The client understood that because of the available space, the area devoted to PV panels and volume available for battery would mean that in Autumn - Winter, the...
  9. L

    Synchronization of two generators with different loads

    There is a generator 1200 kw 60Hz and one generator 1000 kw 61Hz. Can we connect them parallel?Will make synchronization manual mode
  10. rustynails

    Current generation under control

    You've all seen people on YouTube overloading twin and earth cables, JW etc... How are they generating current and how are they able to control that generation?
  11. D

    Permanent Diesel Generators Installed Inside a Building

    Do somone know requirements for Permanent Diesel Generators Installed Inside a Building ?
  12. C

    Off-grid earth connections and safety for both floating and TN generators.

    Hi. I am off grid, UK. There is no grid tie or connection and there is currently no potential for connection. Background: I use a Honda EU10i for light duty stuff and have been using an old 5kVA diesel lister single for heavy stuff. The lead to the workshop just manually plugs into whichever...
  13. C

    I need to discuss Off-Grid Generators and Earthing so just joined and saying Hello

    Hello. I am not a sparky but have some electrical knowledge. I am a mechanical engineer but dabble in electrical/electronic projects. I need to work out some proper earthing for my 230V, off grid set-up using 2 different types of generator configuration and with potential to connect to other...
  14. marconi

    LIQUID PETROLEUM GAS POWERED SUITCASE INVERTER GENERATORS

    I am working on a study for my brother-in-law who runs a national outdoor catering business. At the moment he uses 3.4kVA petrol generators with Honda engines modified to run on LPG. The maximum steady state load is about 900W but they are sized at 3.4kVA to start in sequence and then run...
  15. Leesparkykent

    G59 and generators

    I'm looking at a job at the mo where its looking like there is going to be backup/standby generator. Just wondering if anyone has done a similar install and been involved with the paperwork side of things? As its bigger than 16A per phase would a G59 relay have to be installed, application to...
  16. R

    On-Site Event Generators

    Hello Everyone, I am after a bit of advice, which I am sure to you guru's is simple but to someone who has absolutely NO ideas on electrics, I am calling on your help. I am looking to use 20 x Electrolux W555H Washing Machines & 20 x Electroluc T5130 Dryers and need them to be powered by...
  17. mark the spark2

    PV and Back up Generators

    Hi I don't know if anyone can help but I was wondering if anyone has come up with any solutions to this problem. In that we have a 210kw pv system connected to the mains panel at a big office block and they have a back up generator with auto change over fitted so when the grid fails the...
  18. Simon-0116

    generators and solar pannels

    While chatting to a customer today, he said when his solar was installed 30kw 3 phase the connected to the mains in side of change over switch. As if conected straight into db when generator runs it will be making solar power as well and generator wont like it. Now in our yard we have...
  19. S

    Book on motors

    I really need to get a good understanding of motors. From the basics to decent level. Anyone know of a good book(s)? or any good websites? Cheers
  20. H

    Temporary Building Site Supplies Fed From Generators

    Gents(and ladies), I am undertaking a larger and larger amount of temporary building site supplies from generators, and from the mains also. If anyone can point me towards any relevant documents regarding design/ installation and especially testing, anything that will enhance my knowledge, teach...

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