Generator for a heating boiler - how to choose

For gas boilers, a conventional generator will not work, you need to look for an inverter type model. In this case, phasing the circuit is very important. An improperly chosen power plant can quickly destroy a gas boiler. At the exit from inverter models, a good sine wave is obtained.

Which generator to choose for a heating boiler

If you choose a generator to power the boiler, then they are divided into several types according to the type of work and the fuel used.Let us consider each of them in more detail.

Petrol

Perhaps the best option for an electric boiler is just gasoline. He has many virtues.

Gasoline is quite powerful. When you choose a gasoline model, in almost all situations, in the absence of electricity, all electrical appliances will continue to work, including a gas boiler. But there is a rare exception to this rule: a gas boiler does not work, and electrical appliances work properly.The acquisition of a gasoline power station is especially rational if the electricity is cut off for a period of more than a day.It should be borne in mind that diesel plants are usually chosen for high power supply, but diesel is cheaper than gasoline. Also gasoline It is easier to start in cold weather.

IMPORTANT. Gasoline is slightly lighter than diesel (and in practice, it can be said that sometimes it needs to be moved from place to place). Also at work, he is somewhat quieter.

Diesel

Diesel generators for heating boilers are quite durable, the resource of its power plant is significantly higher than that of other types of generators. Diesel systems are also quite profitable, since their fuel consumption is about thirty percent less compared to their gasoline competitors.

However, it is worth considering that diesel engines are often chosen to create powerful power plants. They can feed entire factories, towns, and even islands. Therefore, for small power consumption, gasoline is preferable due to the simplicity of the design.

Gas

Such gas generators for boilers can be used when the house is gasified. It is powered by natural or liquid gas.

It is worth noting that gas is notable for its environmental friendliness, and when connected to the gas network does not require periodic refueling.

Invertor

This type uses an inverter system and a stabilizer. As a result, it produces very high quality energy with an accurate sine wave, and this is especially important for boilers, the automation of which is very sensitive to energy quality.

Of the disadvantages of this type of equipment, its high cost can be noted.

Advantages of inverter generators:

• They are very compact.
• Special silencers eliminate unnecessary noise, so it works very quietly.
• Inverter will not require significant additional costs during operation.
• Durability.
• Pure sine wave.

Selection Criteria and Expert Advice

1. For a boiler, a synchronous generator is better.
2. To move a heavy device, it does not hurt the presence of wheels.
3. The generator can have not only standard 220 V sockets, but also a socket for devices of low power at 12 V. Sometimes this is a very useful function.
4. There is a manual and electric start. Manual is harder to use, while electric is simpler but more expensive.