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- A-iPower GXS1500i
- Powermate PM1200i
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| Specification | A-iPower GXS1500i | Powermate PM1200i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | Yes | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 1200 W | 1000 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 1500 W | 1200 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 52 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 26.4 lbs | 33 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 6 h | 5.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 8 h | 7 h |
| Fuel tank | 0.7 gal | 0.79 gal |
| Fuel gauge | No | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 18.3 x 11.2 x 17.5 | 18.3 x 10.3 x 15.7 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | 5 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Less than 3% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 60 cc OHV 4-stroke | 54 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 1200 W | 1000 W |
| Starting watts | 1500 W | 1200 W |
| Running amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Running amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @50% load | 6 h | 5.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 8 h | 7 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | Not available |
| UPC | 850016881434 | 696471078909 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 1200 | 1000 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 1500 | 1200 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 6 | 5.5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | 7 |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | 60 cc OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 60 | 54 |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | 7 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 6 | 5.5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | No | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and parallel cables | Funnel and tool kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The A-iPower GXS1500i is a 1200-watt gasoline generator built for users who need portable power without the bulk. At 1500 peak watts, it can start larger appliances like refrigerators and air compressors, then sustain 1200 watts of continuous output for laptops, power tools, and household devices. The inverter technology means sensitive electronics stay safe. This is grab-and-go power for camping, tailgating, job sites, and emergency backup, not a whole-home solution.
The 0.7-gallon fuel tank delivers 8 hours at light load or 6 hours at half load before refueling. At 52 decibels, it runs quiet enough for residential neighborhoods and campsites without disturbing neighbors. The recoil start is simple and reliable. Parallel capability lets users chain two units together for double the power when a single 1200 watts falls short. | The Powermate PM1200i is a portable inverter generator designed to provide clean and stable power for sensitive electronics, tools, and appliances. It features a fully enclosed case for ultra-quiet operation and RPM+ technology that automatically adjusts engine RPM based on load demand to reduce sound emissions and conserve fuel. |
- Most PowerfulA-iPower GXS1500i1200W running
- QuietestA-iPower GXS1500i52 dB
- Longest RuntimeA-iPower GXS1500i6h at 50% load
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