MEP002A 5kW Military Diesel Generator

Name: MEP002A 5kW Military Diesel Generator
SKU: 769
Price: 3600.00 USD
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SKU: 769 Category: Generators Tag: MEP002A Generators and Parts

Description

Continuous Power Rating: 5 Kilowatt (kW), 60hz at 80% power factor below 5,000 feet above sea level. (The US Military underrates their units by at least 25%.)
Current Type: Alternating Current (AC)
Line to Line Voltage (Volts): 120 and 240 volts
Amp Output: 41.6 amps (assumes 120 volt output and 5,000 watt rating. The US Military underrates their units by at least 25%. If you assume 6,250 watts and 120 volt output, you arrive at 52 amps.
Voltage: 120V (single phase, 2 wire), 120/240V (single phase, 3 wire), 120/208V (3-phase, 4 wire)
Phases: Single AND Three on-the-fly
Fuel Type: Diesel (Bio-diesel retrofits are possible assuming 1) the bio-diesel is preheated properly and 2) the bio-diesel is of high quality and purity)
# of Cylinders: 2
RPM: 1,800 (Note that most consumer units run hot and fast at 3,600 RPMs are not capable of continuous use.)
Engine Manufacturer: Onan (now Cummins Onan – a world leader in diesel engine technology)
Engine Type: Four Cycle
Displacement: 70 cubic inches (1147 cc.)
Compression Ratio: 19:1
Horsepower: 8.9 @ 1800 RPM (0-5000 ft above sea level)
Governor: Internal flyball; external adjustment
Cooling Method: Air-Cooled (i.e. not liquid-cooled; no water pump, radiator or coolant needed which radically reduces maintenance costs)
Excitor Type: Self-Excited
Body Material: Steel
Radio Interference Suppression: Included/Yes (just in case!)
Fuel Filters: Tank fuel strainer for large particulates; followed by in-line strainer; followed by dual in-line redundant fuel filters (easily replaced with Napa parts)
Fuel Pumps: Three redundant electric fuel pumps (one is for auxiliary fuel source such as a 55 gallon drum); one master mechanical injector pump.
Air Filter: Large and easily replaceable air filter with cold-weather intake diverter. You can switch from normal air filtration to the cold-weather setting that will suck air in over the exhaust manifold to pre-heat the air. This is an excellent cold weather feature.
Cold Weather Kit: Includes: air intake pre-heat, glow plugs, 24 volt cold weather starting system. You will not find more durable cold-weather features in any unit on the market.
Fuel Tank Capacity: 6.75 gallons (25.5 liters)
Lubricating Oil Capacity (Less Filter): 3 quarts, 4 quarts if filter is changed (2.8 liters, 3.7 liters if filter is changed)
Ventilation requirements (Total): 1350 CFM at 1800 RPM
Batteries: Batteries (two) are NOT included due to shipping costs and hazmat fees. Standard batteries can be purchased at any quality auto parts store. All battery cables ARE included with unit.
MEP002A Dimensions (Without ASK):
- overall length 51 in. (129.5 cm.)
- overall width 32in. (81.3 cm)
- overall height 37in. (94 cm.)
- net weight empty 960 1bs. (435.5 kg.)
- net weight filled 1040 1bs. (471.7 kg.)
- cubage 35 cubic feet
MEP002A Dimensions (With ASK Installed):
- overall length 58 in. (147.4 cm.)
- overall width 36 in. (91.3 cm)
- overall height 39 in. (99 cm.)
- net weight empty 1084 lbs. (492.2 kg.)
- net weight filled 1164 lbs. (528.5 kg.)
- cubage 46 cubic feet