Small Diesel Generators
Homes • Shops
Compact diesel generators sized for homes and small shops requiring dependable backup power.
Overview
Small-tier diesel generators (10-50kVA) cover backup power for homes, shops and small offices — enough to keep essential circuits (lighting, a few outlets, a small pump or fridge) running through an outage without the footprint or cost of a commercial-scale unit.
Features & Technology
At this scale, generators are typically available in either open-type configuration (lower cost, used where noise isn't a major concern) or a soundproof canopy (rated around 75dB, better suited to residential and noise-sensitive commercial sites). A Deepsea controller handles automated start/stop and monitoring.
What to Consider
Sizing at this tier still needs a real load list, not a guess — see our /insights guide on calculating generator capacity. Undersizing a small generator is the most common mistake we see, usually from not accounting for motor starting surge on a water pump or similar equipment.