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- A-iPower SUA12000E
- NorthStar e18000s
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| Specification | A-iPower SUA12000E | NorthStar e18000s |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 9000 W | Winner: Winner: 15000 W |
| Starting watts | 12000 W | Winner: Winner: 18000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 78 dB | Winner: Winner: 74 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 206 lbs | 423 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 9 h | 7.9 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 7 gal | 12 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 27.6 x 27 x 26.8 | 43 x 36 x 35 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240V 60 Hz |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | <5% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | A-iPower OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | 824 cc NorthStar e825 OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 4 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 9000 W | 15000 W |
| Starting watts | 12000 W | 18000 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 | 9 h | 7.9 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | false |
| Compliance | EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Bonded to frame | true |
| UPC | 851217006114 | 840321748058 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 9000 | 15000 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 12000 | 18000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | 7.9 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) | 3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)1x 120/240V 60A (14-60R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 459 | 824 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | cast iron sleeve | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | 7.9 |
| 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 | ||
| Mobility Components | Yes | Not available |
| Starting Components | Recoil, Electric | Electric starting system |
| Included Accessories | Oil, tool kit, battery charging cables, battery, and wheel kit | Funnel, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 2 | 4 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The A-iPower SUA12000E is a 9000-watt gasoline generator built for job sites and home backup where substantial power matters. At 9000 running watts, it can simultaneously power a central air unit, electric water heater, and multiple household circuits, or run a full complement of construction tools on site. The 12000-watt peak handles the inrush current when motors and compressors start, which prevents the generator from shutting down under load. This is a stationary-class unit. The 206-pound weight and included wheel kit signal that this generator stays in one location per work session rather than moving between rooms or vehicles. | The NorthStar e18000s is a commercial-grade EFI portable generator with electric start, delivering 18,000 surge watts and 15,000 rated watts. It features a NorthStar e825 OHV EFI engine, Quiet Armor Technology for reduced noise, and a heavy-duty steel exoskeleton for durability. |
- Most PowerfulNorthStar e18000s15000W running
- QuietestNorthStar e18000s74 dB
- Longest RuntimeA-iPower SUA12000E9h at 50% load
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