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What is the difference between standby, continuous, and prime power ratings?

April 26, 2017Continuous power Prime ratings standby

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What is the difference between standby, continuous, and prime power ratings?

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Standby power generators are most often used in emergency situations, such as during a power outage. It is ideal for applications that have another reliable continuous power source like utility power. It’s recommend usage is most often only for the duration of a power outage and regular testing and maintenance.