stardust 0 Posted May 6, 2009 Report Share Posted May 6, 2009 Hi All, I have just accepted an offer to do a Disco in marquee at a farm. They will need to use a generator for power as the marquee is literally going in the middle of a field!! My Questions are - What would be the reccomended total wattage which would be capable of running an average Disco? (My kit consists of Laptop, Mixer, 1k Power Amp, 6 various led lights, 2 bulb lights, laser, 2x iec sockt light controllers, smoke machine) (plus laptop charger and a few other consumables) Any Do's/Dont's with generators ? The customer seems sensible, has a few bob to spare (it's a joint 40th) and i did advise him not to cut any corners with generators. I admit i am terrible when it comes to electrics and watts etc so any help would be appreciated! Cheers Steve oohh Link to post Share on other sites
Dream Catchers 0 Posted May 6, 2009 Report Share Posted May 6, 2009 You need to find out what other power requirements there will also be in the marquee (lights, heaters etc) and factor them in too. Jim Link to post Share on other sites
Dukesy 0 Posted May 6, 2009 Report Share Posted May 6, 2009 I've only ever worked off a generator once - hired and supplied by the organiser. When asked what I would require, I told him that I would need the supply equivalence of 2 x 13A sockets. Had no problems on night, although I'm sure the H&S would have had something to say about his refuelling methods (not something I would get involved with personally!!) Link to post Share on other sites
BigBen 0 Posted May 6, 2009 Report Share Posted May 6, 2009 Pinned topic from one of the forums electricians. [insert quirky comment] Link to post Share on other sites
Bouncy Dancefloor 0 Posted May 6, 2009 Report Share Posted May 6, 2009 for small discos like that ive always specified 5KVA (not including anyone else!! like catering, the bar and in house lighting) Link to post Share on other sites
Spear 0 Posted May 6, 2009 Report Share Posted May 6, 2009 If it's a working farm there's a fair chance it'll be a tractor driven one so it will most likely be 25KVA upwards. Educating the young in the ways of the old Link to post Share on other sites
Norfolk DJ 0 Posted May 6, 2009 Report Share Posted May 6, 2009 Wise to speak to the marquee company and clarify your requirments Link to post Share on other sites
jeffwall 0 Posted May 6, 2009 Report Share Posted May 6, 2009 (edited) one of the forum electricians....... That will be ME then lol wattage total .... ie light 250 watt etc etc etc total say......... 2500 watts for the lot! Get the voltage 230v divide the voltage into the wattage = 2500 / 230 = 11 amps! So if your toal wattage is 2500 watts, you can get away with a 13amp suppy from a standard socket outlet. However is best to split into 2 lights/sound if I were you = 2 different leads Edited May 6, 2009 by jeffwall Link to post Share on other sites
stardust 0 Posted May 6, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 6, 2009 Many thanks guys! Especially to our resident electrican Jeffwall. :thanks: oohh Link to post Share on other sites
superstardeejay 0 Posted May 6, 2009 Report Share Posted May 6, 2009 (edited) If it's a working farm there's a fair chance it'll be a tractor driven one so it will most likely be 25KVA upwards. I wouldnt bank on that! Your load seems fairly light, (no pun), you also need to take note of any inrush because certain loads are quite capable when switched on of stalling a genny thats too small. Although it doesnt apply to you as far as I can see, it's worth noting that halogen lamps in particular (eg real parcans) may be eg 1200W (4 x 300W) but will easily stall a 1.2kVA generator if they're faded up too quickly or switched direct-on. Edited May 6, 2009 by Dream Catchers . Link to post Share on other sites
Raymilkybarkid 0 Posted May 7, 2009 Report Share Posted May 7, 2009 We recommend a 10 - 30Kva for our customers (depending on total power required)If you go for the smaller option under 10Kva make sure that it is regulated. other wise you may end up with no laptop from mains spike, this would also go for any electronic devices plugged in. Also remember that these generators will have either a 16a or 32a socket so you will also require a converter to 13a. Professional DJ Since 1983 - Having worked in Clubs, Pubs, Mobile and Radio in the UK and Europe 29 Years Experience and still learning. Link to post Share on other sites
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