Gas Generators
A wide variety of fuels are used to power generators. The most common are gasoline, diesel, propane and natural gas. With such a wide array of options, the house owner's choice of fuel and the right type of generator will depend upon factors such as the availability of fuel and the frequency of the use.
Gasoline generators
Gasoline generators are the most familiar type of generator. The fuel is readily available and is relatively inexpensive. The power per weight unit in a gasoline-powered generator is also more than other type of generators.
Gasoline generators are less expensive than generators that use other fuel sources. However their price depends upon the components used. Multi cylinder, water-cooled engines are qualitatively superior and are priced high. These generators, unlike the cheaper, single cylinder, air cooled engines produce less noise and operate with a steady temperature. Some generators come loaded with features like overhead valves, low oil shut down, high temperature shutdown and electric starter.
Engine speed and the type of alternators used also determine the life of the generator
There are certain disadvantages using gasoline generators. Gasoline has a very short shelf life of approximately six months. Fuel stabilizers have to be added to keep the fuel from getting unusable. Gasoline is highly inflammable and storing gasoline for long duration of time can be extremely dangerous. Gasoline generators require frequent maintenance and there is the problem of condensation occurring in cold weather.
Gasoline forms gum deposits especially in cold weather and can cause problems in fuel filters and carburetors if the generator is not run often.
The generators are available in 3KW to 15KW and more. The minimum cost of home generators in the range of 3KW to 5 KW is approximately $500 to $1000.
Natural gas generators
Most standby or permanent generators are powered by natural gas. It is the most convenient source of fuel and normally available at all times.
Natural gas supplied through home gas lines can be conveniently piped to the generator eliminating the inconvenience of refueling and the risk of storing the fuel. In areas where natural gas is available, using a natural gas fuelled generator is a better choice. The generator lasts longer, requires less maintenance and burns cleaner. The engine produces less noise than diesel or gasoline powered generators
Propane gas generator
Propane gas is normally used for permanent standby generators or in places where there is an availability of fuel supply. For house owners who already have a storage tank of around 150 to 200 gallons, propane generators are the best choice.
These generators require less maintenance. There is no problem starting them up or condensation in cold weather. Propane gas has a longer shelf life and burns cleaner. The disadvantage of propane is that it is relatively expensive and is less efficient, producing less energy per unit volume than diesel. A 10KW to 12KW generator is sufficient to power a normal sized home.
A 12KW propane or natural gas generator may costs $3200 upwards. .
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Deal or No Deal Tribute Site Launches
(ContentDesk) June 19, 2006 -- A Deal or No Deal tribute site has been set up to catch the mood of the new TV show that has taken the public imagination by storm. The new web site, given the quirky name Deal or No Meal by its creator, will explore the strange fascination people have with games of chance, random numbers and simple luck.The web site's creator, Gordon Simpson, explained the odd name. "I was watching the Deal or No Deal show one evening and at the end of it I looked at my watch, only to remember the dinner date that I had just missed. I don't think that's ever happened before. It was then that I knew how powerful the show's hold is over people."As a web designer, Simpson immediately conceived a plan to build a tribute site to the Deal or No Deal show, to cater for the tastes of people who, like him, have become so captivated by it."The Deal or No Deal format is not so much a game show as a reality TV offering", he says.
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Deal or No Deal Tribute Site Launches
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Hurricane Warning: Rush for Emergency Generators is Already Underway in 2005
The official start of Hurricane Season is still a month away, but the rush for emergency supplies has already begun. Electric Generators Direct.com (http://www.electricgeneratorsdirect.com), an online emergency generator superstore, is already experiencing stronger than usual demand for portable and standby generators. According to Jon Hoch, founder of the Romeoville, Ill.-based e-tailer, last year's quartet of Hurricanes severely altered the generator marketplace.Manufacturers built enough inventory to weather Hurricane Charley. But when Hurricane Frances blew ashore, every remaining generator in the country evaporated. Local hardware stores sold out in a matter of hours.
Many desperate homeowners had no choice but to buy overpriced professional-grade generators with features they'd never use. And some customers waited up to four months to receive their backordered generator. "By the time Ivan and Jean hit...
Hurricane Warning: Rush for Emergency Generators is Already Underway in 2005
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Electric Generator and Power Generator Safety Tips
When buying a diesel generator make a list of the lights and equipment that will be running off the generator. Total the wattage requirements to determine the capacity of the generator. Compare wattage requirement and the price of the generator. If the generator is to be connected directly to the electrical system, then it is advisable to hire a qualified technician to install the transfer switch. Ensure that the generator has adequate storage capacity, longer usage time at a stretch, overload protection and auto shut off facility.
Portable generators are critical to have in emergencies or for use in areas where there is no traditional electricity.
Always keep in mind there are safety issues related to the proper use of the generators. Portable generators can cause electrocution if they are left in the rain or sitting in water. Keep the generator under a canopy where it is protected, but not totally enclosed. It must still have adequate ventilation. Never touch...
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Electric Generators: Understanding Your Power Needs
In order to choose the right emergency power source and to size it properly, you need to understand something about the power requirements of the devices you plan to operate.
The basic unit of power measurement is the watt, and with an emergency power source there are two wattage ratings that are important: steady-state wattage and surge wattage. A normal 60-watt incandescent light bulb requires, as you would expect, 60 watts, and it requires that wattage both when you turn it on and while it is running. A ceiling fan motor, on the other hand, might require 150 watts to get it started and 75 watts while it is running. That extra wattage to start the motor is called the surge wattage and is typical of anything that contains an electric motor.
Here are the usual wattages of some of the devices found in a typical household:
Device Typical wattage Surge Wattage
Light bulb 60 watts 60 watts surge
Fan 75 watts 150 watts surge
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