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- A-iPower SC2000i
- Sportsman GEN2200DFi
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| Specification | A-iPower SC2000i | Sportsman GEN2200DFi |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Dual-Fuel |
| 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: 2200 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 58 dB | 60 dB |
| Weight | 46 lbs | Winner: Winner: 45 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 7 h | Winner: Winner: 7 h |
| Run time @25% load | 10 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 1.1 gal | 1 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 21 x 12.5 x 19 | 19.2 x 12 x 18.1 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120V 60 Hz |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | 12V |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | No | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | No |
| THD | 3 % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Yamaha OHV 4-stroke, 79 cc | 79 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 1600 W | 1800 W |
| Starting watts | 2000 W | 2200 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 | 7 h |
| Run time @25% load | 10 h | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 1600 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 1900 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 | Not available | 18 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Floating |
| UPC | 851217006008 | 27077803044 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 1600 | 1800 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | Not available | 1600 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 2000 | 2200 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | Not available | 1900 |
| Rated Watts (Gasoline) | 1600 | Not available |
| Peak Watts (Gasoline) | 2000 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 7 | 7 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 18 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | 79 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 79 | 79 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | Cast iron | Not available |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | SAE10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 7 | 7 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 18 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Not available | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | No | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Not available | Funnel, tool kit, propane hose, and battery charging cables |
| Included Accessories | Funnel, dual port USB adapter, RV adapter, and parallel cables | Funnel, tool kit, propane hose, and battery charging cables |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Residential Warranty | 2 | Not available |
| Commercial Warranty | 2 | 1 |
| 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 Sportsman GEN2200DFi is a dual fuel inverter generator capable of delivering 2200 surge watts and 1800 running watts. It features a 3 HP 4-stroke OHV engine, parallel capability, and provides clean sine wave power suitable for sensitive electronics. |
- Most PowerfulSportsman GEN2200DFi1800W running
- QuietestA-iPower SC2000i58 dB
- Longest RuntimeA-iPower SC2000i7h at 50% load
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