Generators - To run on petrol or gasoline?

As technology advances and the need for alternative energy sources increases, the selection between petrol and gasoline generators becomes more critical.

Generators - To run on petrol or gasoline?

Before you decide which is the best solution for you, it is important to examine the pros and cons of the two options.

Gasoline Generators:

Petrol (or other fuel) generators are ideal for the largest range of applications. This makes them a unique solution for installations with large energy requirements, such as hospitals, factories and public buildings.

✅ Advantages:

  • Economy in terms of acquisition cost and lower maintenance costs
  • Greater lifespan, provided all maintenance and usage standards are met
  • Installations for large industrial energy

❌ Disadvantage:

  • Increased environmental pollution and more expensive installation
  • High purchase cost

Diesel generators:

Diesel generators (or as they are often called diesel units) are installations for small businesses, farms or small businesses.

✅ Advantages:

  • Ease of transport and installation due to the generator's size
  • Installations for small farms and combined facilities

❌ Disadvantage:

  • Small life cycle and high maintenance cost
  • Low depreciation coefficient

In conclusion, the selection of power generators and diesel should be based on specific needs and priorities of each user. For large installations with high demands, the generator is the most complete installation, while for smaller farms and combined facilities, diesel is a more practical solution.

Tescom Hellas distributes a wide range of power generators ranging from 20kVA to 1650kVa and can cover the needs of organizations with high power demands, both in stand-by and continuous operation.


Contact us today with your specific requirements for power generators and we will be happy to support you in the execution of the installation solution for each energy need.