Description

RATO GENERATOR UNIT R5500

NB! The machine is equipped with 2 x 230 volt connections and 1 x 12 volt connection.
Mobile undercarriage can be ordered separately. More information about the possibilities

The RATO R5500 is a powerful and compact RATO petrol generator/aggregate of professional quality. This professional 5500W petrol generator delivers excellent performance and has 2 230 Volt connections and a 12 Volt connection (8.3A). The continuous power is 5000W. This generator is equipped with a 100% copper winding. The R5500 has a standard 230 Volt (Schuko) connection and a CCE32A 3-pole connection (Adapter cable CCE32A 3-pole to Schuko 230V is supplied as standard). The advantage of the CCE32A connection is that you can use tools with a higher start-up value. The fuse of this connection is namely 32A.

The generator is equipped with AVR security. AVR stands for automatic voltage regulation. This means a continuous voltage while an overload protection provides the necessary security. This protects your connected electrical machines against peak voltages. The generator is equipped with an LCD display with voltmeter and fuel gauge. The 25 liter tank capacity means that you can use the generator full load for 8 hours and half load for 12 hours.

NB! The machine is equipped with 2 x 230 volt connections and 1 x 12 volt connection.
Mobile undercarriage can be ordered separately. More information about the possibilities

Peak current draw
Most electrical appliances require a little more power from the generator when starting up. This is called peak current draw. With a generator there is a risk that the continuous capacity and/or perhaps even the maximum total capacity will be exceeded.
If the maximum power is exceeded during the “start-up”, the generator is 'too light' to be able to start the device. The R5500 generator then switches itself off automatically to prevent any damage to equipment.
A solution to the above problem is to connect the equipment in a different order. Always connect the device with the highest power / highest peak current first. If this works correctly and well, you can also connect the rest, in order of power.
It is important that you never connect all devices at the same time. For some devices, the solution described above is not sufficient.

These devices require such a high peak power consumption that you should take this into account when purchasing a generator. Tools or machines without starting current limiters are a well-known example of this. You should think of compressors, high-pressure cleaners, angle grinders, demolition/drilling hammers, welding equipment, but also refrigerators and air conditioners. With these devices you have to multiply the power by a factor of 3 to sometimes as much as 7 to see whether the generator is suitable. Check this with the supplier of your machines.

Suppose you want to connect a 230 Volt angle grinder without starting current limiter with a capacity of 900 watts to the generator. In that case, you must therefore multiply the 900 watts by 3. This results in a peak power consumption of 2700 Watt. When you choose a generator, it must therefore have a total capacity of at least 2700 Watt (at 230 Volt).

Weight 85 Kg

generator type

Generator with AVR
Engine type Air-cooled 1-cyl. 4-stroke petrol engine
Engine capacity 389 cc
Engine manufacturer RATO
Rpm -
Tank capacity 25 liters
Starting system Pull starter
Capacity AC maximum 5500 Watt
Capacity AC continuous 5000 Watt
Connection options 2 x 230 volts, 1 x DC 12 volts
Frequency 50 Hz
Engine power 12 hp
Noise level (LWA) 72 db (A)
Type of fuel gasoline
running time half load 12 hours
running time fully loaded 8 hours
socket 1x shuko (Normal 230V socket) and 1x 32A ind. Wall outlet
Voltage 230 Volts
Machine dimensions 683 x 540 x 542 mm
Packing dimensions (L/W/H) 683x540x542mm
Weight Gross (incl. packaging) -
Weight Net 85
Art. no. R5500