How big a generator should a container freezer use

What size generator should I get for my freezer and refrigerator?

Unfortunately, there is no one-size-fits-all answer to what size generator you should get for your freezer and refrigerator. Instead, you want to select a generator size based on the size of the refrigerator and freezer combo. You can easily figure out the needed wattage by calculating the total starting watts.

What size generator do I Need?

Large appliances, such as refrigerators and freezers, make it easy to figure out what size generator you need. Just check the wattage. More specifically, check both the running wattage and the starting wattage of your refrigerator and freezer and add the two numbers together.

Can a generator run a freezer during a power outage?

To prevent this, let’s delve into two key aspects: how long it takes to run a generator for a freezer (or refrigerator) during a power outage and what size generator to use. A freezer or refrigerator will stay colder longer if it’s relatively full during a power outage. The fuller it is, the more cold “mass” inside.

Do you need a generator to keep a freezer cold?

You do not need a big generator; it does not have to run full time to keep your freezer or fridge cold during a power outage (save fuel!). Here’s what to know and what to do. The power consumption of a chest freezer or refrigerator is not a lot (read caveat below). Here’s how it works: A freezer or refrigerator has a compressor that makes it cold.