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01-15-2020, 07:23 AM
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Slightly larger inverter generators
I was very disappointed when Honda cam out with their new lightweight inverter generator. 2200W (peak) just doe not "hit the sweet spot" (IMHO). Want people want is a true 2400W (running) generator in about the same size package. If it cam with and external fuel hook up it would be close to perfect !
The closest thing to this is the Westinghouse iGen2500. I have not heard too much about this generator, who owns one ?
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01-15-2020, 10:50 AM
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2200 watts seems to be the last step before the bigger and heavier ones.
If you have a good battery bank and an inverter, you can run other heavy loads with that, then recharge the batteries in between times of heavy draw.
Happy Glamping.
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01-15-2020, 12:54 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by theoldwizard
I was very disappointed when Honda cam out with their new lightweight inverter generator. 2200W (peak) just doe not "hit the sweet spot" (IMHO). Want people want is a true 2400W (running) generator in about the same size package. If it cam with and external fuel hook up it would be close to perfect !
The closest thing to this is the Westinghouse iGen2500. I have not heard too much about this generator, who owns one ? |
Getting more watts (HP) from the same sized engine is tough when noise level is a primary consideration. So as output rises, so does weight.
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01-16-2020, 04:11 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Unplanned
If you have a good battery bank and an inverter, you can run other heavy loads with that, then recharge the batteries in between times of heavy draw.
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An expensive solution, especially for those who only want to run an air conditioner a few hours a day, a few days per month !
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01-16-2020, 04:18 AM
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Originally Posted by steve52
Getting more watts (HP) from the same sized engine is tough when noise level is a primary consideration. So as output rises, so does weight.
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Noise is an issue, but a 2400W continuous generator has to be quieter than a 3000+W generator.
iGen2500 weight 48 lbs. EU2200i weighs 47 lbs. 52 vs 47 dbA @ 1/4 load. 98 cc vs 121 cc engine displacement.
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01-16-2020, 04:53 AM
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amazon.com has a Generac GP3000i Super Quiet Inverter Generator or the Generac 7127 iQ3500-3500 Watt Portable Inverter Generator.
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01-17-2020, 05:14 AM
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Originally Posted by trampsrv
amazon.com has a Generac GP3000i Super Quiet Inverter Generator ...
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Hmmm ... only 2300W continuous. Makes you wonder how long the "peak" of 3000W is ? Long enough to start a 15,000 BTU AC ?
60 lbs, ??? db, 149 cc (largest of all "one hand" generators mentioned so far)
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or the Generac 7127 iQ3500-3500 Watt Portable Inverter Generator.
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109 lbs !
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01-19-2020, 07:11 PM
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I'm focusing on the Champion 3400/3500 (sold both ways) dual fuel.
It's rated to 2880W continuous on propane and higher on gas.
It certainly covers my 15K AC, even at high altitudes!
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01-19-2020, 09:40 PM
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Check out Boliy inverter series gensets. https://bottomlinetrading.com/BOLIY.html
Their specs exceed the Honda 3000 and Yamaha 3600 while being quieter, and weighs 79#.
I don't know how long they last, mine was purchased in 2008 and still going strong.
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01-19-2020, 10:40 PM
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I have the older champion 3100 now for several years. Runs one air cinditioner. Easy reliable starting. Works well.
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Originally Posted by RickLight
I'm focusing on the Champion 3400/3500 (sold both ways) dual fuel.
It's rated to 2880W continuous on propane and higher on gas.
It certainly covers my 15K AC, even at high altitudes!
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01-19-2020, 10:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Ray,IN
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https://bottomlinetrading.com/Boliy-vs-Champion.html
To me the Champion is well, the champion.
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01-20-2020, 05:10 AM
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So Boliy is back ? They seemed to have dropped off the radar for a couple of years !
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01-20-2020, 05:45 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by theoldwizard
I was very disappointed when Honda cam out with their new lightweight inverter generator. 2200W (peak) just doe not "hit the sweet spot" (IMHO). Want people want is a true 2400W (running) generator in about the same size package. If it cam with and external fuel hook up it would be close to perfect !
The closest thing to this is the Westinghouse iGen2500. I have not heard too much about this generator, who owns one ? |
Two years ago we bought the Westinghouse iPro2500 https://www.amazon.com/Westinghouse-.../dp/B078V2WSNT for $400 after the folks at Micro Air recommended the Westinghouse iGen2500 as an alternate to Honda/Yamaha. It is quiet, sips gas, one person carry at 48 pounds, charges the battery, and powers our 15K AC with an EasyStart.
I drain the fuel between uses and change the oil annually. Will it last as long as a Honda/Yamaha? I don't know but, it appears the Westinghouse will give us more years of trouble-free service.
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01-20-2020, 06:54 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ray,IN
Check out Boliy inverter series gensets. https://bottomlinetrading.com/BOLIY.html
Their specs exceed the Honda 3000 and Yamaha 3600 while being quieter, and weighs 79#.
I don't know how long they last, mine was purchased in 2008 and still going strong. |
We have a Boliy that is used both at home and an occasional RV trip, replacing a 6.5 K commercial genset that 'died'. It has carried us through some extended power outages due to storms as well as poor power situations at a couple CGs. Only complaint is if I forget to exercise it, it can be a bear to start - which reminds me...... 
Would I like a 3K watt Honda or a Yamaha - sure, but it would require too many dollars for too little use
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