A 30 kVA generator is generally in the small-to-medium commercial/large residential class. A typical 30 kVA Perkins configuration provides:
Specification
Typical value
Generator rating
30 kVA prime
Approx. real power
24 kW at 0.8 power factor
Standby rating
Often 33 kVA / 26.4 kW
Fuel
Diesel
Phases
Usually 3-phase
Frequency
50 Hz
Engine speed
1,500 rpm
Voltage
Commonly 400/230 V or 415/240 V
Cooling
Water-cooled
Starting
Electric/battery start
Enclosure
Acoustic/soundproof canopy