Generator nameplate capacity
Term · Nuclear energy and radiation · MLC-T-NUC-000210
The maximum amount of electric energy that a generator can produce under specific conditions, as rated by the manufacturer. Generator nameplate capacity is usually expressed in kilovolt-amperes (kVA) and kilowatts (kW), as indicated on a nameplate that is physically attached to the generator.
| Identifier | MLC-T-NUC-000210 |
|---|---|
| Field | Nuclear energy and radiation |
| References | NRC Glossary |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "The maximum amount of electric energy that a generator can produce under specific conditions, as rated by the manufacturer. Generator nameplate capacity is usually expressed in kilovolt-amperes (kVA) and kilowatts (kW), as indicated on a nameplate that is physically attached to the generator.",
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