Generator symbol
Also called Alternator
A generator converts mechanical energy into electrical energy: a circle with the letter G.
ANSI / IEEE
IEC 60617
What the generator symbol means
A generator converts mechanical energy into electrical energy: a circle with the letter G.
ANSI and IEC symbols
Where you see it
Generator sets, alternators and AC sources on power diagrams.
What is written next to it
On a schematic, the generator usually carries its designator, power and voltage, such as G1 100 kVA 400 V.
Related symbols
Frequently asked questions
What does the generator symbol look like?
On ANSI drawings: A circle with the letter G. In IEC 60617: The same circle with G.
Is the generator symbol the same in IEC and ANSI?
Yes, it is drawn the same way in most legends.
Where is a generator used?
Generator sets, alternators and AC sources on power diagrams.
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