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| Specification | A-iPower SC2300i | Generac #8251 GP2500i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | Yes | Yes |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 1800 W | Winner: Winner: 2200 W |
| Starting watts | 2300 W | Winner: Winner: 2500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 52 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | 50.7 lbs | Winner: Winner: 48 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | Winner: Winner: 4.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 10 h | 8 h |
| Fuel tank | 1.1 gal | 1 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 21.7 x 14 x 20.9 | 19.7 x 11.4 x 17.9 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | No | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | 3 % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 80 cc Yamaha OHV 4-stroke | 98 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 | 1800 W | 2200 W |
| Starting watts | 2300 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 | 10 h | 4.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 10 h | 8 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 | Not available |
| UPC | 851217006978 | 696471003946 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Generator Type | Generator | Not available |
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 1800 | 2200 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 2300 | 2500 |
| Rated Watts (Gasoline) | 1800 | Not available |
| Peak Watts (Gasoline) | 2300 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 4.5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 8 |
| AC Outlet Types | AC outlets1x 120V 20A (5-20R)1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | Yamaha OHV 4-stroke | 98 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 80 | 98 |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 8 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 4.5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | No | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Oil, funnel, tool kit, RV adapter, battery charging cables, and parallel cables | Recoil |
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, RV adapter, battery charging cables, and parallel cables | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and battery charging cables |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | 3 |
| Part Number | SC2300i | 82512 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The A-iPower SC2300i is a 1800-watt inverter generator built around a Yamaha 80cc OHV 4-stroke engine. It delivers 2300 starting watts on gasoline, making it capable of powering most household appliances, power tools, and sensitive electronics simultaneously. The 1.1-gallon fuel tank runs for 10 hours at 25% load, which means users can operate small devices like laptops, phone chargers, and LED lights for an entire day without refueling. At 50% load, the runtime drops to zero hours according to specs, indicating the generator cannot sustain mid-range continuous loads for extended periods. This unit targets RV travelers, campers, and homeowners who need portable backup power in a lightweight package rather than a workhorse for sustained heavy-duty operation. | The Generac GP2500i is a 2200-watt inverter generator built for portable backup power and recreational use. At 48 pounds, it moves easily between campsites, job sites, and emergency situations. The inverter technology means laptops, phones, and sensitive tools run safely because the power output stays stable. This unit runs on gasoline and delivers 2500 starting watts, so it can handle the initial surge when motors kick on. |