subject: Different Types of Electric Generators and Their Various Uses [print this page] Different Types of Electric Generators and Their Various Uses
Electric generators can come in sizes as large as solar panels that attach to the roof of your house and act as a permanent source of electricity. They can come on a much smaller scale and be used as temporary backup sources of power in the event of a power outage in which case they would power your major appliances such as your fridge, freezer and stove.
Whether you are shopping for a generator to use as backup to your home's main power supply in case of a power outage, or if the use is as simple as needing a portable generator to operate an electric baseball pitching machine for your son's baseball practice, there are many different types of generators to choose from.
It is likely that most people are in the market for a portable generator for emergency use or recreational use.
One of the first things to determine is the most common use you will have for a generator. You can choose a generator based on its fuel source. Some of the most common fuel sources are gasoline, propane or diesel fuel. Each different generator has advantages and disadvantages that should be considered before making your final buying decision.
Taking a quick look at the various fuel sources available in portable generators will reveal that each one has its own advantages and disadvantages.
The main advantage of the gasoline-powered generator is the easy accessibility of gasoline. It does have some disadvantages including its high flammability and high cost.
Another common fuel source for portable generators is diesel fuel. Diesel fuel is the least flammable and least expensive to purchase. On the negative side diesel-fueled generators are noisier than gasoline-powered engines.
Propane and natural gas are both clean burning sources of fuel, but availability is could be a concern and natural gas lines can present a safety issue if lines were to break.
Every time you experience an outage at your home or are able to enjoy some of the conveniences of home while on a camping trip you will give thanks for the time you spent searching for the most reliable generator possible.
