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- A-iPower SC2000i
- Powerhorse 2500i
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| Specification | A-iPower SC2000i | Powerhorse 2500i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | Yes | Yes |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 1600 W | Winner: Winner: 1800 W |
| Starting watts | 2000 W | Winner: Winner: 2500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 58 dB | 62 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 46 lbs | 48.3 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 7 h | Winner: Winner: 9.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 10 h | 10.5 h |
| Fuel tank | 1.1 gal | 1.2 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 21 x 12.5 x 19 | 20.4 x 12.5 x 18.3 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | No | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | 3 % | 3 % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Yamaha OHV 4-stroke, 79 cc | 80 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 1600 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 2000 W | 2500 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 | 7 h | 9.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 10 h | 10.5 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Floating |
| UPC | 851217006008 | 840321763969 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 1600 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 2000 | 2500 |
| Rated Watts (Gasoline) | 1600 | Not available |
| Peak Watts (Gasoline) | 2000 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 7 | 9.5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 10.5 |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | 80 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 79 | 80 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | Cast iron | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 10.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 7 | 9.5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Not available | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Low Oil Protection | No | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Funnel, dual port USB adapter, RV adapter, and parallel cables | Funnel and tool kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Residential Warranty | 2 | Not available |
| Commercial Warranty | 2 | 2 |
| Part Number | SC2000iV | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The A-iPower SC2000i is a 1600-watt inverter generator built around a compact 79cc Yamaha engine. This wattage class handles essential household appliances, power tools, and sensitive electronics without breaking a sweat. The unit runs gasoline and delivers 2000 watts of peak power for startup surges, then settles into 1600 running watts for continuous operation. Because the inverter technology holds THD at just 3 percent, laptops, smartphones, and televisions stay protected from electrical noise that would degrade their components or trigger surge protectors. The 1.1-gallon fuel tank stretches to 10 hours at quarter load, meaning a full tank covers a typical day of camping or backup power without a refuel cycle. At 46 pounds, this generator bridges the gap between true portability and real power output. It is not a toy, but it is not a burden either. | The Powerhorse 2500i is a portable inverter generator delivering 2,500 surge watts and 1,800 rated watts, featuring a quiet 52dB operation, CO shutdown function, and parallel-ready design for increased power needs. |
- Most PowerfulPowerhorse 2500i1800W running
- QuietestA-iPower SC2000i58 dB
- Longest RuntimePowerhorse 2500i9.5h at 50% load
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