Marine Generators

Fischer Panda generators – quiet diesel generators for boats and yachts

An on-board generator produces power independently of shore power, weather and engine running time. In this category you will find Fischer Panda's water-cooled diesel generators for marine use; philippi advises on selection and integration into the on-board system.

In brief: Water cooling allows a closed sound enclosure, which is why the generators run much more quietly than air-cooled units. The i-series models use inverter technology and deliver a stable 230 V supply.

The models in the shop

• Panda 5000i PMS and Panda 5000i Neo PMS – compact AC generators for sailing and motor yachts
• Panda 8000i PMS – for higher continuous loads
• Panda 10000i PMS – the most powerful model in the shop
• Panda AGT-DC 4000-12V PMS – DC generator that charges the 12 V battery bank directly

Rated output and all technical data are on each product page. Further Fischer Panda power classes and versions are available on request.

Integration into the on-board system

The automatic changeover units of the LAU series switch between shore power, generator and inverter and only release the generator once its voltage is stable. Together with a charger, the generator charges the battery bank. How the charging sources on board work together is explained in the Academy section Charging and energy generation.

Frequently asked questions about on-board generators

When is a generator on board worthwhile?

A generator is worthwhile if you spend long periods without shore power while running high continuous loads such as air conditioning, a watermaker, an electric cooker or a water heater. Alternator and solar are often not enough for this. For smaller loads a combi inverter is usually sufficient, drawing its energy from the battery and recharging on shore power.

How much output do I need?

Add up the output of all AC loads that are to run at the same time and plan a reserve, because some devices need considerably more power at start-up. In our range the models go from 5000i to 10000i. The rated output of each model is on the product page; if in doubt, we are happy to work out the sizing with you.

What is the difference between an AC and a DC generator?

The Panda AGT-DC 4000-12V does not produce 230 V AC but charges the 12 V battery bank directly. This makes sense if the energy is distributed via battery and inverter anyway. AC generators such as the i models, by contrast, supply 230 V directly for loads and chargers on board.

How is the generator combined with shore power and inverter?

Via an automatic changeover unit of the LAU series: it switches between shore power, generator and inverter and only releases the generator once its voltage is stable. Together with a charger such as the ACE series, the generator then also charges the battery bank, including lithium batteries with a suitable charging profile.