What are the reasons why diesel generator sets are so much more popular than othan other generators?
Electricity is an indispensable part of life. There are various ways to generate electricity. Why peope prefer choose diesel generator sets? Look at the benefits of diesel generator sets in use!
1. There are many levels of capacity and easy configuration
Diesel generator sets have a single unit capacity ranging from several kilowatts to tens of thousands of kilowatts, and can be selected in a larger range according to their use and load conditions. They have the advantage of being suitable for power consumption loads of various capacities. As an emergency backup power source, diesel generator sets can use one or more sets. The installed capacity can be flexibly configured according to actual needs.
2. Light weight per unit of electricity, flexible installation
The auxiliary equipment of diesel generator set is relatively simple, with less auxiliary equipment, small size and light weight. Taking high-speed diesel engine as an example, it is generally 8-20kg/KW. The steam power unit is more than 4 times larger than that of diesel engine. Due to the characteristics of diesel generator set, it is flexible, convenient and easy to move.
Diesel generator sets used as the main power source for independent power supply mostly adopt an independent configuration method, and are generally used in conjunction with transformation equipment as emergency or backup. Since diesel generator sets generally do not operate in parallel with the municipal power grid and occupy a small area, the installation location of the generator sets is relatively flexible.
3. High thermal efficiency, low fuel consumption
The effective thermal efficiency of diesel engine is relatively high, fuel consumption is low, effective thermal efficiency is 30%~46%, high pressure turbine is 20%~40%, gas turbine is 20%~40%.
4. Start quickly and reach full power quickly
The start of a diesel engine generally only takes a few seconds, and it can carry full load within 1 minute in an emergency state; the shutdown process is also very short, and it can be started and stopped frequently. Therefore, diesel generator sets are very suitable as emergency or backup power equipment.
5. Simple operation and convenient maintenance
Only the operators who read the unit manual carefully can start the diesel power generation unit smoothly and carry out the daily maintenance of the unit. When the machine fails, it can be repaired mechanically.
6. Low comprehensive cost of power station construction and power generation
Water turbines need to build reservoirs, and steam turbines need to be equipped with boilers, large fuel manufacturing and water treatment systems. In contrast, diesel power plants have a small footprint, fast construction speed and low investment costs.
According to relevant data, diesel power plants have the lowest overall cost of construction and power generation compared with renewable energy sources such as water power, wind power, and solar power.
Post time: Jan-12-2021