Co lepsze AVR czy inwerter?

This title question is asked by many people looking for a generator set. At the same time, they wonder whether sensitive electronic devices can be powered from the genset. We check it out for you, answering questions related to inverter gensets and traditional ones equipped with an AVR regulator.

Generators with AVR regulator - how do they differ from ordinary generators?

A generator set that is equipped with an AVR regulator gains an additional important property. So what is behind the acronym AVR? Its expansion is Automatic Voltage Regulation, which stands for automatic output voltage regulation technology. AVR modules (regulators) are precisely what generators and UPS are equipped with. What are the differences in the operation of a genset without AVR and one that is equipped with this technology? Let's check it out.

• Generator setwithout AV R - the generator, which converts mechanical energy from the engine into electrical energy, generates a current whose voltage can fluctuate significantly. The consequence of this is a high risk of damage to the consumers hooked up to the genset, if they contain electronic circuits. And the latter are implemented in an increasing number of devices - even those seemingly simple. You can connect an external voltage regulator to a generator without AVR function and only connect devices with electronic circuits to it. This ensures that no valuable equipment will get damaged. A voltage regulator for a genset is a practical solution for equipment that is not equipped with this system from the factory.
• Generator setwith AVR - the current generated by such a device has a stable voltage all the time, and regardless of the load (within the normally permissible deviations). Thanks to this, you can connect receivers equipped with electronic circuits to a genset with AVR system without fear, without risking damage to them.

What is an AVR regulator?

As we have already mentioned, the AVR regulator is an automatic voltage regulation system. An electronic module of small dimensions is responsible for this voltage regulation. At the input of the module, a current source is connected, and at the output you get a current with a stable voltage. Advanced voltage regulators have additional capabilities, such as, for example, the ability to adjust and monitor the absolute voltage.

Is an AVR necessary in a genset?

Although the AVR voltage regulator is not an essential and necessary part of the genset equipment, it is definitely worth choosing a generator with AVR. Although it involves a slightly higher price of the device, it is an investment in the safety of equipment, machines and devices powered from the genset. By the same token, we also buy ourselves peace of mind when using a backup power source.

Inverter vs. regular generator set - differences

Inverter genset - what is it? This question is often asked by people who begin their adventure in the search for a power generator. An inverter genset has an inverter (inverter) in addition to a motor and generator. It is the latter component that is responsible for generating current with "clean" parameters. Compared to an ordinary genset of equivalent power, the inverter genset is a smaller and lighter device. Therefore, it is often used where limited space is available, such as in an RV, on board a boat, or as a portable power generator. Thanks to the presence of an inverter, we can connect devices with sensitive electronics to such a generator. It's a genset for powering small devices, such as laptops or outdoor lighting. An inverter genset usually comes at a higher price than a counterpart without an inverter.

Traditional generators are a simpler design, and therefore reliable and much easier to service, than devices with a complex system such as an inverter. Importantly, thanks to the use of the described AVR system, an ordinary genset can also successfully power electronic devices.

Choosing a generator set for home and medium and large business

What kind of generator set to choose? For powering a company or plant, we recommend larger, stationary diesel generators, such as the Proton ZPP 20. On the other hand, if we are choosing a generator for the home, which will serve as an emergency power source, a traditional genset with an AVR controller will be a far better choice. On the other hand, an inverter genset for the home is a good option if we do not need a lot of power, but at the same time want to easily transport the genset to the outdoors, even in a small passenger car. Here are some suggestions for devices for emergency power supply to a house or for permanent power supply to a summer house and similar objects, which can also be easily transported.

What kind of generator for a single-family house? The ranking of gensets may not reflect individual needs, so it is worth analyzing our expectations and possibilities. It is good to consider the location for the genset. If we care about the quiet operation of the unit, then a great choice will be the Proton Oasis 3 Diesel model. Oasis series gensets have a muted housing that guarantees quiet operation. They are ideal for use in the home or office. Another recommendable model is a very attractively priced proposition, for those who can place the generator in a place where the sound of its operation will not disturb household members. This is the Proton 3 Diesel. Importantly, it is also a diesel generator with AVR voltage stabilizer, so it can power electronic devices such as a computer or television. All the proposed devices, are extremely economical gensets equipped with diesel engines.