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Re: Generator Recommendation Thanks for the info. I have a kill-a-watt so I'll measure the load and plan accordingly. Question: Will a UPS run happily on a Generator? -- This Space for Rent... |
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 SandSharkSo it goesPremium,MVM join:2000-05-23 Santa Fe, TX kudos:3 | APC suggest the generator be sized 3-5x the size of the total attached load.
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 John GaltForward, MarchPremium join:2004-09-30 Happy Camp kudos:2 | said by SandShark:APC suggest the generator be sized 3-5x the size of the total attached load. It is necessary to read this carefully and understand what it is saying.
It is saying that some devices and generators can be mis-matched and result in unsatisfactory operation.
The two need to be matched correctly. A true on-line UPS will usually work better than a transfer-type but regardless, the devices must be matched and tested if used in a crucial application.
nightdesigns , exactly what kind of gear are you going to power? -- A is A |
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