When it comes to choosing a standby generator, one of the most common questions people ask is “are diesel generators better than petrol generators?”. For businesses across the UK, having a reliable source of backup power is absolutely critical to staying in operation. In the instance of a power cut, mains failure or other outage, without a proper contingency plan you could find your business suffering catastrophic downtime or loss of data.
So, you need to choose a generator that’s efficient, reliable, effective and affordable. The most common types of generators available in the UK are diesel and petrol. At Vital Power, we recommend diesel generators for many of our clients. So, why should you choose a diesel generator?
Pros of Diesel generators
At Vital Power, we offer a range of diesel generators. In different sizes, capacities, functions and types. From silent generators for busy areas to agriculture generators for the farming industry. So why do we choose to offer a range of diesel generators?
Diesel generators are the most popular choice for countless industries and businesses across the UK. Some of the advantages of choosing a diesel generator include…
Generator efficiency
Diesel generators offer excellent value on fuel because they offer high thermal efficiency. Compared to gasoline generators, diesel equivalents can operate for longer at the same capacity. Because of this, businesses can save on fuel without having to sacrifice reliability. This is, of course, particularly useful with rising fuel costs. Plus, diesel generators can be filled with red diesel, which is easy to purchase and affordable. Read our blog on how generators work to find out more.
Value for money
Diesel generators offer a cost-effective source of backup power for businesses. Diesel generators are generally cheaper to buy, compared to petrol generators. Parts are also more economical to replace and need replacing less regularly. You’ll find that maintenance and routine repairs are also required much less frequently with diesel engines.
Reliability
Diesel generators are incredibly reliable. You need a generator and uninterruptible power supply that you can count on when you need it, and diesel engines provide this peace of mind. When the proper generator maintenance is followed, diesel generators can be much longer lasting than alternatives. Learn more on how to keep your generator in the best condition on our blog, and keep your diesel generator working its best.
Why diesel generators are better than petrol
So, diesel generators are durable, reliable, cheap to run and efficient. What about petrol generators?
While petrol is generally cheaper than diesel, diesel generators are more efficient. This means that you’ll likely need to refuel more often. Petrol generators typically run quieter, so can be a choice for situations where noise might be an issue; however, many manufacturers make silent diesel generators to combat this issue. Petrol generators frequently run into more technical issues and require more repairs, thanks to their spark ignition.
So yes – diesel generators offer greater durability, reliability, value for money and efficiency.
Contact Vital Power to find out more about diesel generators for your business.
Leigh Hawkins
Sales Manager
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