The Generac SD500 compressor is listed with standby output of 500 kW, Diesel fuel, 60 Hz operation, 120/208 V, 120/240 V, 277/480 V, 346/600 V output, Three phase, rated current of 1737 A, and sound level of 87 dBA @ 23 ft (7 m).
Generator • Diesel • 60 Hz • Three phase
Key specifications
Visual model specs
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500 kW
450 kW
7.13 gal
12.94 gal
How the Generac SD500 compares
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About 16% below the similar-output Generac average. Around the 37th percentile for this field.
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About 3% above the similar-output Generac average. Around the 50th percentile for this field.
About 61% below the similar-output Generac average. Around the 4th percentile for this field.
Generator information
| Manufacturer | Generac |
|---|---|
| Model | SD500 |
| Generator type | Generator |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
Electrical output
| Standby power | 500 kW |
|---|---|
| Prime power | 450 kW |
| Standby kVA | 625.0 |
| Voltage options | 120/208 V, 120/240 V, 277/480 V, 346/600 V |
| Phase | Three phase |
| Rated current | 1737 A |
| Power factor | 0.8 |
Engine, cooling and controls
| Oil capacity | 7.13 gal (27 L) |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 12.9 gal (49 L) |
| Maximum ambient | 104 °F (40 °C) |
| Controller | Digital G-100, PowerManager Digital Platform, Programmable |
| Alternator | K0500124Y23 (4-pole, Class H insulation) |
| Emissions | EPA Certified Stationary Emergency |
Physical specifications
| Dry weight | 10, 580 lb (4, 799 kg) |
|---|---|
| Wet weight | 7, 094 lb (3, 218 kg) |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 154.4 × 71 × 67 in (3923 × 1803 × 1702 mm) |
| Sound level | 87 dBA @ 23 ft (7 m) |
Battery
| Battery group | 8D |
|---|---|
| Battery cranking | 1155 CCA |
| Battery voltage | 12VDC V |
| Battery quantity | 2 |
Disclaimer: Specifications should be verified against the official owner’s manual and confirmed on the Generac USA website.