Generator Rating Definitions
Standby Rating based on:
Applicable for supplying emergency power for the duration of normal power
interruption. No sustained overload capability is available for this rating.
(Equivalent to Fuel Stop Power in accordance with ISO3046, AS2789,
DIN6271 and
BS5514). Nominally rated.
Prime (Unlimited Running Time)
Rating based on: Applicable for supplying power in lieu of commercially
purchased power. Prime power is the maximum power available at a variable load
for an unlimited number of hours. A 10% overload capability
is available for limited time. (Equivalent to Prime Power in accordance with
ISO8528 and Overload Power in
accordance with
ISO3046, AS2789, DIN6271, and BS5514). This rating is not applicable to all
generator set models.
Base Load
(Continuous) Rating based on: Applicable for supplying power continuously to
a constant load up to the full
output rating
for unlimited hours. No sustained overload capability is available for this
rating. Consult authorized distributor for rating. (Equivalent to Continuous
Power in accordance with ISO8528, ISO3046, AS2789, DIN6271, and BS5514). This
rating is not applicable to all generator set models
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