Choosing the right generator for your home, business, worksite or industrial application can be challenging. You need to consider power requirements, starting wattage, running wattage, the type of equipment you need to operate and how the generator will be used.
To make generator selection easier, Riequip NZ has introduced the Riequip Generator Calculator. This easy-to-use online tool helps you estimate your generator requirements and find suitable generator options based on your specific power needs.
Try the Riequip Generator Calculator and take the guesswork out of choosing your next generator.
What Is the Riequip Generator Calculator?
The Riequip Generator Calculator is an online tool designed to help you determine what size generator may be suitable for your application. By entering information about the electrical equipment you need to run, the calculator helps estimate your overall power requirements.
This can be particularly useful if you are unsure whether you need a small portable generator, an inverter generator or a higher-output generator for commercial or industrial applications.
The calculator is designed for a range of applications, including:
- Home and residential backup power
- Worksites and construction projects
- Workshops and trades
- Farms and rural properties
- Commercial businesses
- Events and temporary power applications
- Industrial and critical power requirements
Why Is Choosing the Correct Generator Size Important?
Generator sizing is one of the most important considerations when purchasing a generator. A generator that is too small may not be able to operate all your required equipment, while choosing a significantly oversized generator can add unnecessary purchase and operating costs.
Electrical equipment can also have different starting and running power requirements. Motors, pumps, compressors, refrigerators and other equipment may require additional power when starting compared with their normal operating load.
Understanding both starting wattage and running wattage can therefore help you select a generator that is better suited to your intended application.
How Does the Riequip Generator Calculator Work?
The calculator provides a straightforward way to work through your expected electrical requirements. By entering information about the appliances, tools or equipment you want to operate, you can build a clearer picture of the generator capacity you may need.
The tool helps simplify the generator selection process by considering factors such as:
- Equipment and appliance types
- Running power requirements
- Starting or surge power requirements
- The number of items you need to operate
- Your intended usage scenario
Once you have estimated your requirements, you can explore generator options that match your application more closely.
Who Should Use the Generator Calculator?
The Riequip Generator Calculator is useful for anyone who needs help estimating generator requirements before purchasing.
Homeowners
If you are planning for power outages or looking for home backup power, the calculator can help you identify the equipment you may want to keep operating during an outage.
This could include refrigerators, freezers, lighting, computers, communications equipment and selected household appliances.
Businesses
Businesses can use the calculator as an initial step when assessing backup power requirements. Depending on the business, essential loads may include refrigeration, computers, EFTPOS systems, security equipment, lighting and other critical electrical equipment.
For larger commercial requirements, a detailed electrical load assessment may still be required before selecting or installing a generator.
Tradespeople and Contractors
Construction sites and mobile worksites often require portable power for tools, lighting, pumps and other equipment. The calculator can help contractors estimate the power capacity required before choosing a suitable generator.
Farmers and Rural Property Owners
Generators can provide valuable backup power for rural properties where maintaining essential equipment during an outage is important. Depending on the application, this could include pumps, refrigeration, lighting, electric tools and other equipment.
What Generator Brands Can You Find at Riequip?
Riequip NZ supplies generators from established brands, including Honda, Titan and Genmac, with options available for different power requirements and applications.
Depending on your needs, you can explore portable petrol generators, inverter generators, diesel generators and other power solutions.
What Are the Benefits of Using a Generator Calculator?
1. Simplifies Generator Sizing
Instead of manually adding up different equipment requirements, the calculator provides a structured way to estimate the generator capacity you may need.
2. Helps You Consider Starting Wattage
Some electrical equipment requires more power when starting than it does during normal operation. Considering starting requirements is particularly important when powering equipment such as pumps, compressors, refrigerators and electric motors.
3. Saves Time
Working through generator requirements manually can be confusing, particularly when you have several appliances or tools to consider. The calculator helps streamline the initial selection process.
4. Helps You Make a More Informed Purchase
Having a better understanding of your estimated power requirements can make it easier to compare generator options and identify models that are suitable for your intended application.
What Size Generator Do I Need?
The generator size you need depends on the electrical equipment you want to operate at the same time. There is no single generator size that is suitable for every home, business or worksite.
As a general starting point, you should consider:
- The running wattage of each appliance or tool
- The starting wattage of equipment with motors or compressors
- Which equipment needs to run simultaneously
- Whether additional equipment may be connected later
- How long the generator needs to operate
For a quick estimate, use the Riequip Generator Calculator to work through your requirements.
For larger or more complex installations, professional electrical advice and a detailed load assessment should be considered before purchasing or connecting a generator.
Generator Calculator vs Guessing Your Power Requirements
Choosing a generator based only on the size of one appliance or a rough estimate can lead to an unsuitable result. A generator needs to account for the combined electrical load of the equipment you intend to operate, along with any applicable starting or surge requirements.
A generator calculator provides a more structured approach, helping you identify the equipment you need to power and estimate the capacity required before comparing available models.
Find the Right Generator with Riequip NZ
The Riequip Generator Calculator is designed to make generator selection simpler, but choosing the right generator involves more than just calculating wattage. Fuel type, portability, runtime, noise level, phase requirements, electrical connections and intended use should also be considered.
Riequip NZ offers a broad range of generators for residential, commercial, construction, agricultural and industrial applications. Whether you need a portable generator for a worksite, an inverter generator for sensitive electronics or a higher-output diesel generator for demanding applications, there are options to suit different power requirements.
Start by calculating your requirements, then explore the generator options that best match your application.
Use the Riequip Generator Calculator today or browse the full range of Riequip generators to find the right power solution for your needs.
If you are unsure which generator is suitable for your application, get in touch with the Riequip NZ team for assistance.
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