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    The document discusses the basics of sizing generator sets. It explains that generator sets must be rated for both steady state and transient load conditions. The total load is determined by adding individual loads and anticipated future growth. The generator set rating is based on the total load and must allow for any transient performance criteria. A formula is provided to calculate power requirements in kilowatts for single phase systems and kilovolt-amperes for three phase systems based on voltage, current, and power factor.

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    The document discusses the basics of sizing generator sets. It explains that generator sets must be rated for both steady state and transient load conditions. The total load is determined by adding individual loads and anticipated future growth. The generator set rating is based on the total load and must allow for any transient performance criteria. A formula is provided to calculate power requirements in kilowatts for single phase systems and kilovolt-amperes for three phase systems based on voltage, current, and power factor.

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    The document discusses the basics of sizing generator sets. It explains that generator sets must be rated for both steady state and transient load conditions. The total load is determined by adding individual loads and anticipated future growth. The generator set rating is based on the total load and must allow for any transient performance criteria. A formula is provided to calculate power requirements in kilowatts for single phase systems and kilovolt-amperes for three phase systems based on voltage, current, and power factor.

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    The document discusses the basics of sizing generator sets. It explains that generator sets must be rated for both steady state and transient load conditions. The total load is determined by adding individual loads and anticipated future growth. The generator set rating is based on the total load and must allow for any transient performance criteria. A formula is provided to calculate power requirements in kilowatts for single phase systems and kilovolt-amperes for three phase systems based on voltage, current, and power factor.

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    GENERATOR SET BASICS

    BASIC CONSIDERATIONS There are two basic conditions to be considered when sizing generator sets: The steady state condition The transient condition : : When the load is constant When load is changing i.e. applied or removed

    A rating sufficient for the steady state condition may not be sufficient to meet the transient conditions if stringent limitations on voltage or frequency dips are specified. DETERMINING THE TOTAL LOAD Add up all the individual loads Add for anticipated future growth

    DETERMINING THE GENERATOR SET RATING Rating is based on the Total Load as determined above

    Allow for specific transient requirements and performance criteria


    FORMULA The basic formula for electrical power is: Power in kW Single phase system kVA Three phase system kVA = = = kVA x PF V phase x I phase x 1000 3 x V phase x I phase x 1000

    Created by J. M. J. Lloyd

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