Used Ideal Electric 1 MW Natural Gas Generator with Waukesha L7042GSI Engine

Manufacturer Information

Ideal Electric manufactures industrial electrical equipment, including generators and related power generation components. Waukesha engines are used in industrial natural gas power generation and other heavy-duty applications.

This generator package combines Ideal Electric generating equipment with a Waukesha Model L7042GSI natural gas engine. Additional identified component manufacturers include Deep Sea Electronics, Woodward, and Larson Electronics. The package was fully rebuilt by Pelstar in 2025.

Main Product Description

Used Ideal Electric 1 MW (1,000 kW) natural gas generator package in an open-skid configuration, powered by a Waukesha Model L7042GSI natural gas engine and designed for 480-volt, three-phase, 60 Hz electrical operation. The generator package features a Deep Sea Electronics Model 7310 MKII controller, Woodward 2301A governor, and Larson Electronics 1,600-amp, 600V manual breaker. Additional equipment includes a custom muffler system and cooling system. The package was fully rebuilt by Pelstar in 2025 and has approximately 500 reported operating hours since the rebuild. This industrial natural gas generator package is suitable for evaluation in on-site power generation, distributed generation, manufacturing facilities, and other industrial applications requiring a large-capacity natural gas-fueled electrical power source. Actual operating capacity, duty classification, fuel requirements, and installation compatibility should be confirmed for the intended application.

Specifications

• Equipment Type: Natural Gas Generator Package

• Generator Manufacturer: Ideal Electric

• Condition: Used

• Rated Power: 1 MW (1,000 kW)

• Fuel Type: Natural Gas

• Configuration: Open Skid

• Engine Manufacturer: Waukesha

• Engine Model: L7042GSI

• Electrical Output: 480V

• Phase: 3 Phase

• Frequency: 60 Hz

• Controller Manufacturer: Deep Sea Electronics

• Controller Model: 7310 MKII

• Governor Manufacturer: Woodward

• Governor Model: 2301A

• Manual Breaker Manufacturer: Larson Electronics

• Breaker Rating: 1,600 Amps

• Breaker Voltage Rating: 600V

• Muffler System: Custom

• Cooling System: Included

• Rebuild Company: Pelstar

• Rebuild Year: 2025

• Reported Runtime Since Rebuild: Approximately 500 Hours

Applications

• Industrial power generation

• Natural gas electrical generation

• On-site power generation

• Distributed power generation

• Manufacturing facility power

• Industrial plant electrical systems

• Commercial and industrial generator installations

• Natural gas engine power generation

• Facility power infrastructure

• Prime or standby power applications, subject to verification of duty rating

Suitable Facilities and Power Requirements

• Manufacturing plants

• Industrial processing facilities

• Commercial power generation installations

• Facilities with available natural gas service

• Distributed generation sites

• Industrial utility systems

• Facilities evaluating approximately 1 MW of generation capacity

• Industrial operations requiring gas engine generator packages

Actual suitability depends on electrical demand, natural gas availability, generator duty rating, emissions requirements, and site-specific installation conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

- What is the power rating of this Ideal Electric natural gas generator?

The generator package is rated at 1 MW, equivalent to 1,000 kW.

- What engine powers this generator?

The generator is powered by a Waukesha Model L7042GSI natural gas engine.

- Is this generator skid-mounted?

Yes. The package is configured as an open-skid generator system.

- What are the electrical specifications?

The generator package is specified for 480-volt, three-phase, 60 Hz operation.

- When was this generator rebuilt?

The generator package was fully rebuilt by Pelstar in 2025.

- How many hours has the generator operated since the rebuild?

The package has approximately 500 reported operating hours since the 2025 rebuild. These are reported hours and should be confirmed through available operating logs or service records.

- What controller is installed on this generator?

The generator includes a Deep Sea Electronics Model 7310 MKII controller.

- What governor system is included?

The package features a Woodward 2301A governor.

- What breaker is included?

The generator package includes a Larson Electronics manual breaker rated at 1,600 amps and 600 volts.

- Does the generator include an exhaust muffler?

Yes. A custom muffler system is included.

- Is a cooling system included?

Yes. The generator package includes a cooling system.

- Can this generator be used for continuous power generation?

The package is rated at 1 MW, but its continuous, prime, or standby duty classification has not been specified. The applicable rating should be verified before selecting it for a particular operating schedule.

- Can Aaron Equipment assist with shipping this generator package?

Aaron Equipment can help coordinate freight and transportation arrangements for this industrial generator package. Contact our team to discuss equipment location, loading requirements, shipping dimensions, rigging considerations, and delivery options.

- How can Aaron Equipment help determine whether this generator meets my facility's power requirements?

Aaron Equipment can assist with available equipment specifications, rebuild information, component details, and purchasing questions to help buyers evaluate whether this Ideal Electric 1 MW natural gas generator package meets their intended power generation requirements.