BC Diesel Generators
It's unwise to pay too much for a generator, but it's worse to pay too little.
Delivering Quality Worldwide
The Best Product & Service Available to Clientele Worldwide
At BC Diesel Generators we believe the customer is number one, which is why we aim to maximize our resources and deliver the best product and service out there. To better serve our customers we are able to offer lower margins and run at minimal overhead to provide wholesale prices to clientele worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Whether you’re a homeowner, commercial or industrial business, government agency, or simply living off grid, a quality diesel generator ensures an uninterrupted power source and the confidence you’ll never be without power.
Gas Versus Diesel Generators
Efficiency
Diesel generators have a longer life span over other types of fueled generators as well as a low acquisition cost. The maintenance on a diesel generator also happens to be substantially less than the gasoline generator, not to mention, diesel used in a diesel generator is not as flammable as other fuels and is more reliable since it operates by using compression ignition and natural gas generators require spark ignition.
Natural gas and propane are an excellent fuel source for many things like cooking and heating your home, however, when it comes to power generation, they just don’t compare. The majority of energy emitted from gas engines is given off as heat, leaving less than 30% of energy producing power to turn a generator. On the other hand, diesel engines have an efficiency of up to 50%.
New Advances
With the investment in new diesel technology, diesel engines today are 99% cleaner than they were just ten years ago. The new advances in diesel generators have significantly reduced their carbon footprint… it would take nearly 60 generators today to produce the same amount of pollution emitted from just one generator from a few years ago.
Quiet & Compact
In order to keep their small size, gas generators typically turn at about 3600 RPM, where as a diesel generator runs a lot quieter running at 1800 RPM.
Like most things, advances in technology and design have allowed for a much smaller and compact diesel generator then what once was. The availability of smaller units allows for easy installation in a variety of applications.
Maintenance
Those smaller gas/propane generators that run at 3600 RPM are only meant for emergencies, rarely lasting longer than 2000 hours. The excessive wear also mean you must change the oil in a gas/propane generator about every 100 hours. With a diesel generator, you’re looking at changing the oil every 500 hours.
Here’s a breakdown of what a generator costs to run for one day:
A $5000.00 Propane Generator / 3000 hours life x 24 hours = $40.00 a day
A $10,000.00 Diesel Generator / 20,000 hours life x 24 hours = $12.00 a day
Propane at $2.40 per gallon x 4 gallons x 24 hours = $230.40 x 7 days = $1,612.80
Diesel $1.48 per gallon x 1.3 gallons x 24 hours = $46.18 x 7 days = $323.26
If you use your generator for one week, at this rate you will have spent $1,289.54 more for propane fuel over diesel to do the same job that a diesel generator could do.
And remember, you also have five times the oil and filter changes to do with a propane generator.
What You Should Know Before Ordering
Here’s a quick Get-Started list to help you through the ordering process. Things to know:
- KW needed
- What Voltage you need
- Would you like open frame
- Do you need a weather enclosure
- Do you need a silent enclosure
- What type of Fuel Tank: 8 or 12 hour
- Do you need a recirculating heater
- Do you need a battery charger
- Would you prefer an Auto Start or Key Start Controller
- Preference of Prime Power or Standby Power
Payment & Shipping
Various sizes of generators and trailers are available. Lead time for non-stock items is 8 – 10 weeks, subject to parts availability.
A minimum 50% deposit is required with your order & payment in full prior to shipment. In-Stock units can be picked up at our facility. Cheques must clear the financial institution prior to pick up or delivery.
Our Products
We can order various sizes of generators and brands such as the original Cummins engine and the Kubota engine, both with original Stamford alternator or the original Perkins engine also with original the original Stamford alternator.
PERKINS DIESEL ENGINE
We can provide generators with the Perkins engine and the Stamford alternator, sound proof enclosure and an 8 hour base fuel tank.
CUMMINS DIESEL ENGINE
Many of our generators come with a Cummins engine and a Stamford alternator, sound proof enclosure and an 8 hour base fuel tank. Please contact us directly for current pricing.
KUBOTA DIESEL ENGINE
We can also provide our generators with Kubota engines and a Stamford alternator, sound proof enclosure and an 8 hour base fuel tank.
Calculate What You Need
This automated Power Requirement Calculator is provided to ensure you’re getting the right generator for your particular needs. Of course we’re always here to help so don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions you have.
In-Stock Items
FINANCING AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST OAC
250 Kw Diesel Generator
NEW 250 Kw Diesel Generator (Prime Power) with Cummins engine, Stamford alternator with PMG, 347/600V, 3 phase, DSE 7320MKll controller, 24 hour fuel tank, MX341 voltage regulator, main breaker, battery charger, recirculating heater, silent enclosure
152 Kw Diesel Generator
NEW 152 Kw Diesel Generator with Cummins engine, Stamford alternator, 120/208V, 3 phase, DSE 7320MKll controller, 24 hour fuel tank, main breaker, battery charger, recirculating heater, silent enclosure
26 Kw Prime Power Diesel Generator
NEW 26 Kw Diesel Generator with Perkins engine, Stamford alternator, 120/208V, 3 phase, DSE 7320MKll controller, 24 hour fuel tank, main breaker, voltage regulator, battery charger, recirculating heater, battery disconnect switch, silent enclosure
10 Kw Diesel Generator
Unused 10 Kw Diesel Generator, Iveco engine, Leroy Somer alternator, 120/240V, single phase, Level II silent enclosure, 113 US gallon fuel tank, fuel heater, battery heater, battery charger, security doors for theft, recirculating heater, interior LED service lights, electronic fuel gauge, distribution panel for auxiliary devices, load bank breaker for annual testing, critical grade muffler, pad lockable doors, vibration isolators pad type, ATS compatible, all manuals included.
PRICE: $17,500.00
10 Kw Cummins Diesel Generator
10 Kw Cummins Diesel Generator with Yanmar engine, Stamford alternator, Voltage Selector switch – 120/208V, 3 phase 120/240V, single phase, Cummins controller, silent enclosure, display heater, intake grid heater, 50A battery disconnect, temperature control fans, electronic speed governed, electronic voltage control, 28.6 litre fuel tank.
PRICE: $16,500.00
Automatic Transfer Switch TS 873
250 Amp TS873 open transition Transfer Switch, Nema 1, standard configurable 120V, 208V, 480V, 600V, single or 3 phase, TSC 900 programmable controller, 7″ color touch screen interface, engine start contact, RS232 mod bus remote communication port
Price $12,350.00
MUFFLERS for 400 Kw to 600 Kw Generators
NEW Generator Mufflers,
2 – hospital grade, low profile rectangular mufflers. 75″ L x 53″ W x 16 1/2″ deep
Price $1,500.00 EACH
Used Muffler
USED Muffler for 100 Kw – 150 Kw Generator 27″ L x 12″ W
Price $400.00
IPEX PVC Tubing
2″ IPEX PVC electrical non-metallic tubing. 220′ includes 30 – 2″ kwikon connectors
Price $450.00 OBO
Don’t see what you’re looking for?
We have access to hundreds of quality generators… just let us know what you need and we’ll make sure you get the quality generator you’re looking for at the wholesale price you like.
Who We Are
Hello and Welcome!
Thirteen years ago, we set out to build a company dedicated to providing an affordable and consistent product accompanied by amazing customer service. Based out of Falkland, British Columbia, Canada, our family-owned and operated company strives to provide our clients with reliable brand name products at aggressively low prices.
It’s simple really . . .
Our company is built on mutual trust, passion and drive for what we do. We seek to exceed the expectations of all our clients and work with dependable suppliers to ensure the integrity and reliability of BC Diesel Generators remains true. With a philosophy of “do all you can” we are proud of where we are today!
Our Sales & Service Manager, Denis Gauthier, a welder by trade and has amassed over 55 years of expertise in the field. A self-proclaimed workaholic his years of hands on experience enable him to recommend the right product for the job, Denis is always on-hand and ready to answer any questions clients may have.
If you are in need of a generator then we would love to work with you. Contact us today!
Denis & Lynn Gauthier
Get in Touch
Have a question about a specific product or just looking for some general advice? Send us a quick note and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
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Telephone Inquiries
Within Canada & the US:
1-250-554-6661
International Calls:
001-250-554-6661
We Have Moved
2970 Station Road, Box 280,
Falkland, British Columbia
V0E 1W0
Canada