Working Principle
A methanol generator set is a device that converts the chemical energy of methanol into electrical energy. It generally uses an internal combustion engine to burn methanol to generate heat energy, which then drives the piston to move, converting the heat energy into mechanical energy. After that, a generator is used to convert the mechanical energy into electrical energy. Methanol is mixed with air in the internal combustion engine and then ignited by a spark plug, compression ignition, or other methods to release energy and drive the engine to operate.
Typical application scenarios
The power level of a 50kW methanol generator set falls into the "small-to-medium power range". Combined with the characteristics of methanol fuel—"clean, easy to store, and with diverse sources"—its applicable scenarios mainly focus on "emergency power supply, regular power supply for specific situations, and local power supply with high environmental protection requirements". Common application scenarios are as follows:
Small-to-medium commercial places: Such as convenience stores, small supermarkets, chain restaurants, and community clinics. When there is a power outage, these places need to keep refrigeration equipment (refrigerators, freezers), lighting, cash register systems, and basic medical equipment (infusion pumps, monitors) running. A 50kW generator can cover the core power load of these places (usually, the emergency power demand for such scenarios is 30-40kW).
Auxiliary power supply for indoor or enclosed spaces: For example, emergency lighting and ventilation equipment in underground parking lots, and backup power for large shopping malls (diesel generators cannot be used indoors due to exhaust pollution). A 50kW methanol generator can meet low-pollution requirements indoors by adding a simple exhaust treatment device (note: ensure good ventilation to prevent methanol vapor accumulation).
Eco-sensitive areas: Such as small service stations in scenic spots (e.g., power supply for tourist rest areas at mountain-top viewing platforms) and monitoring stations in nature reserves (equipment for weather monitoring and flora/fauna observation). These areas need to avoid fuel pollution and exhaust damage to the ecosystem. Methanol fuel (liquid state, no leakage risk) and the generator’s low-emission feature make it more suitable for such scenarios.
Urban low-altitude areas: Some cities have strict restrictions on the emissions of "small fuel-powered generators" (e.g., diesel generators are banned in urban areas). A 50kW methanol generator can be used as a "backup supplementary power source" for shopping malls and office buildings (e.g., supplementing power for air conditioners and lighting during peak power consumption periods when the grid limits power supply), which meets urban environmental protection standards.
Parameters：
Parameter |
Unit |
Specification |
Rated Frequency |
Hz |
50 |
Rated Voltage |
V |
230/400 |
Rated Power |
kW |
50 |
Rated Current |
A |
72 |
Rated Speed |
rpm |
3000 |
Alternator |
|
|
| Pole NO. |
| 2 |
| Phase NO. |
| three phase |
| Excitation way |
| Self excited constant voltage |
| Power factor | cos Φ | 0.8(lag) |
Insulation class |
|
F |
Engine |
|
|
Cylinder type |
|
4-cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, 8-Valve |
Fuel injection system |
|
Electronic injection system |
Displacement |
L |
2.237 |
Lubrication way |
|
Pressure |
Lubricating Oil |
|
Methanol engine oil |
Lubricating Oil capacity |
L |
3.5 |
Fuel |
|
Methanol M100 |
Genset |
|
|
Start way |
|
Electric start |
Start motor |
V - kW |
12V/1.2kW |
Battery capacity |
V - Ah |
12V60Ah |
Generator Set type |
|
Open type |
Output |
|
eakage protector |
| Fuel capacity | L | 114 |
External dimensions |
mm |
1690×900×1120 |
Weight |
kg |
545 |
