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- A-iPower SUA10000EC
- DuroStar DS10000E
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| Specification | A-iPower SUA10000EC | DuroStar DS10000E |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 8200 W | 8000 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 10000 W | Winner: Winner: 10000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 77 dB | Winner: Winner: 72 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 216 lbs | 218 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 7 h | Winner: Winner: 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 22 h |
| Fuel tank | 7 gal | 8.3 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 27.6 x 27 x 25.6 | 29 x 30 x 26 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | < 20% % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 459 cc Senci OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | 439 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 8200 W | 8000 W |
| Starting watts | 10000 W | 10000 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 | 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 22 h |
| 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 | Bonded to frame | Not available |
| UPC | 616641365103 | 811640013578 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 8200 | 8000 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 10000 | 10000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 7 | 10 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 22 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | Senci OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 459 | 439 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | Cast iron sleeve | Cast iron sleeve |
| Alternator Winding Material | Not available | Copper windings |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 22 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 7 | 10 |
| 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 | Recoil, Electric | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Oil, tool kit, battery charging cables, battery, and wheel kit | Not available |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 2 | 3 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The A-iPower SUA10000EC is an 8200-watt gasoline generator built for home backup and job site power. Its 10000-watt peak capacity means it can start large appliances like air conditioners and compressors that demand high inrush current. Once running, the 8200-watt sustained output powers multiple devices simultaneously, making it suitable for extended outages or construction work where you need both initial surge capacity and steady load handling.
At 216 pounds, this unit is stationary by nature. A-iPower includes a wheel kit in the box, which transforms the weight from a dead-lift problem into a roll-behind solution. The 7-gallon fuel tank runs for 7 hours at half load, meaning a typical job site or home backup scenario requires refueling once daily. The 77 dB noise level is moderate for this wattage class, placing it in the range where outdoor operation is acceptable but indoor use near sleeping areas would cause disruption. | The DuroStar DS10000E is an 8,000-watt gasoline generator built for users who need sustained power across multiple simultaneous loads. With 10,000 peak watts and an 8.3-gallon fuel tank, this unit can run a central air conditioning system, refrigerator, and several power tools at the same time, making it suitable for whole-home backup during outages or powering an active job site. The 439 cc OHV engine with cast iron sleeve delivers the raw output needed for construction equipment and heavy appliances without inverter complexity.
At 218 pounds with wheels included, this is a stationary power solution that moves when needed but stays put during operation. The three-year warranty and EPA/CARB compliance signal DuroStar's commitment to durability and emissions standards across all 50 states. |
- Most PowerfulA-iPower SUA10000EC8200W running
- QuietestDuroStar DS10000E72 dB
- Longest RuntimeDuroStar DS10000E10h at 50% load
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