
Primary Applications & Uses
Marine generators are used to power the AC electrical system on a vessel
✔ Climate Control: Running air conditioning and heating systems is the most common reason for installing a marine generator on the ship.
✔ Galley Appliances: generator sets powering microwaves, electric stoves/ovens, induction cooktops, refrigerators, freezers, blenders, and coffee makers.
✔ Comfort and Convenience: Yuchai generator supply power for operating water makers , water heaters, washing machines, and dryers.
✔ Entertainment Systems: Running large entertainment systems, flat-screen TVs, gaming consoles, and sound systems throughout the boat.
✔ Battery Charging: While often done via a DC alternator, a generator can power a large battery charger or inverter/charger to rapidly replenish the house bank batteries that run DC systems (lights, pumps, navigation electronics).
✔ Tools and Workshop: On larger vessels and workboats, generators power workshops, dive compressors, cranes, and winches.
✔ Safety Systems: gensets powering critical systems like radars, emergency communications, and floodlights during extended voyages