FTG Technical Tuesday – On a generator, what is the difference between Prime kW and Standby kW?

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Prime Power Rating – is the rating in kW that the generator can continuously run for without issue. Standby Power Rating – is the rating in kW that the generator can handle in a short term overload capacity, normally at 10% above Prime Power.

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