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- A-iPower SC2500i
- Predator 72891
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| Specification | A-iPower SC2500i | Predator 72891 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | Yes | Yes |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 2000 W | 1600 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 2500 W | 2000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 52 dB | 58 dB |
| Weight | 49.9 lbs | Winner: Winner: 49 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 6.5 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | 9 h | 12 h |
| Fuel tank | 1.1 gal | Not available |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 21.7 x 14 x 20.9 | 22.6 x 12.6 x 18.5 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120V |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | No |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 80 cc Yamaha OHV 4-stroke | Not available |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Not available |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 2000 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 2500 W | Not available |
| 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 | 6.5 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | 9 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | Not available |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | Not available |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | No |
| Neutral | Not available | Not available |
| UPC | 850016881755 | Not available |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 2000 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 2500 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 6.5 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | Not available |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | Yamaha OHV 4-stroke | Not available |
| Engine Displacement | 80 | 79 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 6.5 | Not available |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Not available |
| Low Oil Protection | No | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, RV adapter, battery charging cables, and parallel cables | Not available |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The A-iPower SC2500i is a 2000-watt inverter generator built around a Yamaha 80cc OHV 4-stroke engine. This wattage class handles essential household appliances, small power tools, and recreational equipment simultaneously. Think refrigerator plus microwave plus laptop charging at the same time. The 2500-watt peak rating gives it headroom to start high-inrush devices like air compressors or small air conditioning units without stalling. At 49.9 pounds, this unit sits at the grab-and-go threshold where one person can carry it to a campsite, tailgate, or storage shelf without strain.
Inverter technology means the output is electronically regulated to stay within 3% voltage variance. This protection matters for laptops, phones, and televisions that can suffer permanent damage from dirty power. The SC2500i runs on standard gasoline, which is available everywhere and costs less per hour than propane alternatives. With a 1.1-gallon tank, the refueling cycle is predictable. At half load you get 6.5 hours before the pump runs dry. At quarter load, 9 hours. For weekend camping or a single-day job site, this eliminates the mid-use refueling hassle. | The Predator 72891 is a 2000 Watt Super Quiet Inverter Generator featuring CO SECURE Technology, designed for reliable and quiet power suitable for sensitive electronics. |
- Most PowerfulA-iPower SC2500i2000W running
- QuietestA-iPower SC2500i52 dB
- Longest RuntimeA-iPower SC2500i6.5h at 50% load
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