48kW PROTECTOR
Elevate your power backup with the Generac Protector 48kW Standby Generator, the ultimate solution for residential or commercial use. This powerful unit ensures uninterrupted operation of all appliances, electronics, pumps, and motors during power outages, providing comfort and continuity to your life and business.
What sets the Protector Series apart:
Generac’s 4.5L engine is purpose-built, designed from the ground up by Generac, and proudly made in Wisconsin, USA. They are one of the few manufacturers to create a complete generator, encompassing the engine, alternator, fuel system, controller, and enclosure.
Compact and powerful, the 22kW to 150kW range offers impressive performance in a smaller footprint, making it ideal for space-conscious installations. Its neutral styling and color blend seamlessly into landscaping.
The Generac 4.5L engine is a hallmark of excellence, achieving top-tier performance and reliability. It consumes 25% less fuel than previous engines and operates at an industry-low fuel pressure of 3.5″ of water column while ensuring exceptional motor starting capability.
True Power™ Technology guarantees utility-grade power quality with less than 5% total harmonic distortion (THD), ensuring clean and smooth operation of sensitive electronics and appliances.
Smart, user-friendly controls are at your fingertips with Generac’s Evolution™ Controller, featuring a multilingual LCD display for easy monitoring and maintenance tracking.
An 18″ offset allows installation just 18″ from a structure, perfect for tight lot lines or space constraints.
Durable all-aluminum enclosures with RhinoCoat™ powder-coated finish protect against corrosion, ensuring longevity and performance in all weather conditions.
The Quiet-Test™ Self-Test Mode runs at a lower RPM for a quiet, efficient system check, programmable to run weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly.
Stay connected with Mobile Link™ Connectivity, offering remote monitoring from anywhere in the world via your smartphone, tablet, or PC. Access real-time operating status and maintenance schedules. Mobile Link™ is a standard feature for Protector Series 22 – 100 kW gaseous models and diesel (RD) models.
Backed by a 5-Year Limited Warranty, with extended warranty options available, the Generac Protector 48kW Standby Generator is the reliable choice for your backup power needs.
Automatic Backup Power For Large or Custom Homes
Looking to back up your entire home, or more items than usual? Consider the Protector gaseous automatic backup generator line. These units powers essential appliances and modern technologies during power outages, allowing homeowners and their families to continue living life comfortably and without interruption.
What Makes the Protector Series Such a Great Choice?
Generac’s Protector Series offers benefits that competitors can’t match. Installation flexibility and cost reduction. Sophisticated, yet intuitive controls. Quiet operation. Supported by a 24/7/365 customer support team at our corporate headquarters, and a nationwide dealer network of more than 6,000 strong.
The best liquid cooled engine packs more power into a smaller footprint – ideal when space is a premium. The neutral styling, color and small footprint fits unobtrusively into landscaping. Clean burning, continuous fuel choice of natural gas to LP.
True Power™ Technology
Delivers best-in class power quality with less than 5% total harmonic distortion (THD) for clean, smooth operation of sensitive electronics and appliances.
Evolution™ Controller
A cutting-edge, intuitive control. The Evolution controller features a multilingual, two-line LCD text display with color-coded, backlit buttons. It has received upgrades, including USB flash capability, smart battery charging, voltage adjustment, and backlit membrane pad style buttons.
5-year limited warranty with extended warranty options available
We are proud of our innovative product design, high quality and first-class reliability so we stand behind them with a strong 5, 7 or 10-year limited warranty.
Can Be Installed Just 18″ From a Structure
Capability to be installed 18 inches away from a structure, ideal for areas with tight lot lines. Generac’s is the only manufacturer of standby generators to have 18” offset on most of its residential lineup.
Tough, Durable All-Aluminum Enclosures
Our RhinoCoat™ powder-coated finish helps make corrosion-resistant aluminum perfect for all weather conditions.
Quiet-Test™
All backup generators run a weekly test to ensure the system is running properly. Thanks to Quiet-Test, your Protector Series home generator runs its self-test at a lower, quieter RPM, which can be programmed to run weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly.
Mobile Link™ Remote Monitoring
Mobile Link is the optional cellular remote monitoring system from Generac that allows you to check your generator’s status from anywhere in the world using your computer, tablet or smartphone.
Additional Features
Improved stub ups and electrical connection access decrease installation costs. All connections are dual conductor rated, and the implementation of quick connects for the control wires, completely eliminates the need for crimping or lugging.
Improved customer connection access, which decreases installation costs.