Application guide
Generators for Film & TV Production
For film and TV, inverter generators (2-8kVA for small crews, 10-30kVA silenced for larger productions) provide clean, ultra-quiet power safe for cameras and sound equipment. Hanson Hire supplies and delivers production generators across Melbourne and Victoria.
Film and TV productions need clean, quiet power for cameras, lighting and sound. Hanson Hire supplies ultra-quiet inverter generators with clean sine-wave power safe for sensitive production equipment.
Generators for Film & TV Production
Film and TV productions need reliable, quiet power on location for cameras, lighting, sound equipment and crew facilities. Inverter generators provide the clean, stable power that sensitive production equipment demands, without the noise that ruins audio takes.
What Film & TV Needs
- —Inverter generators for clean power safe for cameras and AV gear
- —Ultra-quiet operation to avoid ruining audio takes
- —Portable units (2-8kVA) for small crews and lighting setups
- —Larger silenced units (10-30kVA) for lighting trucks and base camps
- —Distribution boards and cabling for set power routing
Clean Power for Sensitive Gear
Inverter generators produce clean sine-wave power with less than 3% total harmonic distortion — safe for digital cameras, monitors, sound recording equipment and LED lighting. Conventional generators can damage sensitive electronics with voltage spikes and harmonic distortion.
Quiet Operation for Audio
On-set audio is easily ruined by generator noise. Inverter generators run at 50-60dB at 7 metres — quiet enough to place near the set without compromising dialogue recording. For larger lighting loads, silenced diesel enclosures keep noise controlled.
Portability for Location Work
Film locations change daily. Portable inverter generators are lightweight and easy to transport, making them ideal for run-and-gun shoots, documentary work and small commercial productions.
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Application FAQ
Common questions
01Are inverter generators quiet enough for film sets?+
Yes. Inverter generators run at 50-60dB at 7 metres, quiet enough to place near a set without compromising dialogue recording. For larger lighting loads, silenced diesel enclosures keep noise controlled.
02Are inverter generators safe for camera and sound equipment?+
Yes. Inverter generators produce clean sine-wave power with less than 3% total harmonic distortion, safe for digital cameras, sound recording equipment and LED lighting. Conventional generators can damage sensitive electronics.
03What size generator do I need for a film shoot?+
Small crews and lighting setups need 2-8kVA inverter generators. Larger productions with lighting trucks and base camps need 10-30kVA silenced units. Contact us with your production details for a tailored power plan.
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