What Is the Price of Small Portable Diesel Generators?

If your house experiences frequent power outages, it's necessary for you to buy a generator. Diesel generators are known for safe storage, stability, durability and relatively low maintenance. In this article, we will show how much a small portable diesel generator costs.

 

What is a portable diesel generator?

 

As the name suggests, it's a diesel generator that is not designed for permanent installation. Portable generators often have wheels, making them easy to move around to deliver electricity anywhere. A diesel generator is the combination of a diesel engine with an electric generator to generate electrical energy. It runs on diesel fuel as the main fuel source. A portable diesel generator can be a smart choice for backup power needs.

 

How much does a small portable diesel generator cost?

 

In general, the costs of the portable diesel generators vary depending on several factors, such as generator brand and size. The size of diesel generator you get is among the biggest factors affecting overall cost. In general, larger generators cost more than smaller generators. Small generators are usually used for smaller homes, RVs or work sites. If a portable diesel generator has less than 10 kW of power, it's meant for smaller jobs and will cost less.

 

To determine the price of a portable diesel generator, you need to figure out the necessary appliances needed to be powered in the event of power failure. you can expect to power essential appliances such as the air conditioner, sump pump, refrigerator, laptop, TV, and light bulbs with a generator ranging from 5,000 watts to 8,000 watts. Portable diesel generators can range from $1,500 to $3,000 for one big enough to power a whole home.

 

Choosing the right size portable diesel generator and ensuring proper maintenance is crucial in ensuring safety, cost-effectiveness, and comfort during power outages.

 

How are portable diesel generator sets started?

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Small portable diesel generator sets, up to 3 kW, can be equipped with a manual starting system, the launcher. Dingbo Power do not recommend this type of system if you have to use your generator set frequently. Most more powerful generator sets are equipped instead with an electric starter connected to a battery.

 

Other factors to consider when choosing a portable generator

 

The generator set’s noise level can be a determining factor for the comfort of your family or neighbours around it. If noise level is an important factor for you, you might want to consider using a silent generator set. A noisy generator can be a nuisance to you and your neighbors. If you're using one in an RV campground, you might also have restrictions on when you can operate a noisy portable generator. 

 

Look for generators that make less than 70 dB of noise while operating. That will keep the noise somewhat bearable. 70dB is the noise level of a vacuum cleaner – do you really need that outside your window or tent? Anything at 80 dB or higher can lead to hearing loss. 

 

The costs of portable diesel generators may vary due to additional features like automatic start and stop systems, which can automatically turn the generator on and off based on the presence or absence of a power grid signal.

 

Depending on your needs, you must choose the right amount of battery or fuel capacity. Typically, the bigger the capacity, the better. However, more storage typically makes the unit bigger, potentially sacrificing portability. 

 

To estimate how much battery capacity is right for you, start by determining how much power you plan to consume. Find the running wattage for each appliance you want to power and multiply that by how long you plan to use it. Do that for every appliance and device, then add up the total to get your energy consumption in watt-hours. Your portable generator should contain enough battery capacity to meet your daily energy requirements. Consider having a sufficient supply for multiple days in case of emergencies. 

 

The last thing you need is a generator that wears down after several years of usage. Portable generators are a significant investment and should last you many years. 

 

A durable generator with high-quality materials should withstand most environmental conditions. The generator should have full-frame steel or high-strength plastic protection on the exterior to safeguard the interior components.