How To Determine What Size Marine Generator You Need

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Your boat may have a stabilisation gyro, water maker, and an air conditioner. Going further, modern boats also have things on board designed to make boating easier and more fun like drinks fridges, ice makers, and big stereo systems. This doesn’t even take into account things like lighting, and portable electronics that may need charging, like mobile phones and laptops.When on the water, it’s important to have enough electricity to power everything you need. Modern boats have so many accessories these days, it’s easy to quickly run out of power.

Finding the right generator for your needs isn’t difficult though. It’s just a matter of understanding your requirements and getting a generator that’s big enough to power your vessel without going too far and getting something too big.

Speak To An Expert

The easiest way to find out the size and type of marine generator you need is to speak to an expert. We here at Aqua Power Marine have seen all kinds of different boats with different power needs, so we’re well equipped to make specific recommendations.

Rehlko, formerly known as Kohler, is powering Victoria’s marine world with unrivalled reliability and power. Here at Aqua Power Marine we are proud partners with Rehlko Generators.

List Everything That Needs Power

As mentioned, in order to determine the size of a marine generator needed, we need to find out what requires power in the first place. We’ll help you list out the following:

  • Gyros
  • Ovens
  • Air conditioning units
  • Water makers
  • And any other 240V equipment

It’s easy to miss or forget about certain items when making this calculation, which is another reason to speak to an expert like us. We’ve seen it all and know what’s missed. With that in mind, it’s often a good idea to get a marine generator that’s slightly above your power requirements.

Consider Size Restrictions

Space on boats often comes at a premium. Because of this, there may be restrictions on what size generator can be fitted to a boat.

Speak To Us To Find Out More

Whether it’s a new vessel in need of a generator or a replacement for an old one, it’s important to be guided through the process and find the best one for your specific needs.