DIFFERENCES IN POWER
GENERATORS RANGE IN POWER AND CAPACITY
Installed home generators differ in power capacity to meet varying household needs. Their power output, measured in kilowatts (kW), determines how much electrical load they can handle during an outage.
Small Home Generators (7-12 kW): These units can power essential circuits, such as lights, refrigerators, and heating systems. They are ideal for smaller homes or minimal backup needs.
Mid-Range Generators (13-20 kW): Suited for medium-sized homes, these generators can support more circuits, including larger appliances like air conditioners or water heaters.
Whole-House Generators (20-24 kW): These systems provide enough power to run all household appliances and systems simultaneously. They are perfect for larger homes or properties with higher power demands.
Power differences affect installation costs and fuel consumption. Choosing the right size depends on the home’s energy needs, ensuring reliability without overloading the generator or wasting fuel.
The Power Inside
The engine is the heart of generator performance and reliability–and a key indicator of generator quality.
Inside every KOHLER generator is a heavy-duty Kohler engine built to withstand extreme workloads over many years. These engines are tested and proven in punishing environments, such as industrial construction, that far exceed the demands of standby power. They produce significant power while staying true to voltage and frequency ratings.
PowerBoostTM Technology
Only Kohler has PowerBoostTM technology which enables our smaller 10-38 kW generators to accept heavy loads (like an AC unit or sump pump) without dropping power to other loads in your home. In addition, KOHLER generators will have your home powered within ten seconds of an outage.
