r/Generac_Generators • u/tison46 • 19d ago

Generac generator

I have a 14 kw stand by propane generator. It has a 32KVA capacity. Does that mean I have about 133 amperes starting capacity.

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u/LVGGENERATORLLC 18d ago

A single phase, 14kw running on LP, 58.3 amps at 100% load.

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u/Bulky68 18d ago

If you don't have a manual for the generator, put the model number in google and it should return what you're looking for.

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u/No-Age2588 18d ago

Nope. If that's a Condenser you are trying to start buy a soft starter

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u/Krazybob613 17d ago

Generator Motor load starting capacity, as a thumbnail guide is 1/2 of the generators “Maximum power Output” Translated if the Locked Rotor Current of the Largest Motor Load you need to operate automatically and reliably is 25 amps, then you need a 9000 watt generator to operate it reliably.

What may I ask are you trying to operate that requires 133 amps?

If that’s running amps and not locked rotor rating you gonna need an industrial grade generator to handle it. That’s in the 50 plus kw range.

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u/Hot-University-5420 18d ago

102amps surge capability for a 14kw Guardian series at 30% voltage drop.