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Product Overview
The BetaSet 6/2 is a compact and efficient marine generator delivering 6.5 kVA @ 50 Hz or 7.5 kVA @ 60 Hz. It uses a 2-cylinder Kubota-based diesel engine, ideal for small vessels requiring dependable onboard power. Available in heat exchanger, keel, or radiator-cooled versions.
Key Features
- Max Output: 6.5 kVA (50 Hz), 7.5 kVA (60 Hz) single-phase
- Flexible Operation: 230 V @ 50 Hz or 120/240 V @ 60 Hz
- Kubota-Based Engine: 2-cylinder, 479 cc diesel, mechanically governed
- Cooling Options: Heat exchanger, keel, or radiator cooled
- Low Fuel Use: 2.3 – 2.9 litres/hour depending on frequency
- CCNR Compliant: Suitable for inland waterways and boats under 20 m
Technical Specifications
| Max. Output | 6.5 kVA @ 230 V (50 Hz), 7.5 kVA @ 120/240 V (60 Hz) |
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| Typical Load Current | ~28 A @230 V (50 Hz), ~31 A @240 V (60 Hz) |
| Engine | 2‑cylinder Kubota-based diesel, 479 cc, naturally aspirated |
| Speed | 3,000 rpm (50 Hz), 3,600 rpm (60 Hz) |
| Fuel Consumption | 2.3 L/hr (50 Hz), 2.9 L/hr (60 Hz) |
| Cooling Options | Heat exchanger, keel, or radiator cooled |
| Control Module | Loose with 3 m cable: start/stop, hour meter, fault indicators with auto shutdown |
| Alternator | Mecc Alte, IP22, 0.8 pf (50 Hz), 1.0 pf (60 Hz), ventilated, self-excited with AVR |
| Paint | Beta Red (heat exchanger) or Dark Brunswick Green (keel); enclosure: off-white |
Standard Equipment
- Heat exchanger with cupro-nickel bundle and phosphor bronze end caps
- Keel cooled option with header tank and dry exhaust outlet
- Water-cooled exhaust manifold and water-injection bend
- 12 V electric start with 45 A alternator and stop solenoid valve
- CE-approved flexible fuel supply & return hoses
- Mecc Alte single-bearing alternator with IP22 protection and AVR
- Engine & generator close-coupled and vibration-isolated on marine mounts
- Factory-tested at full load; shipped tri-wall packed on wooden base
Emissions & Compliance
- Meets CCNR Stage IIIA for inland waterway vessels under 20 m or 100 m³
- Suitable for seagoing vessels with valid maritime certificates
- EPA-compliant units available upon request (must be specially quoted)
- Output de-rated by ~8% at ambient temperature of 45 °C
Applications
- Recreational and commercial vessels under 20 m
- Inland waterway craft and canal boats
- Compact marine generator systems up to 7.5 kVA
