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- A-iPower SUA4500
- Powermate PM4500E
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| Specification | A-iPower SUA4500 | Powermate PM4500E |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 3500 W | Winner: Winner: 3600 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 4500 W | Winner: Winner: 4500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 68 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 111 lbs | 114 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 11 h | Winner: Winner: 14 h |
| Run time @25% load | 14 h | 20 h |
| Fuel tank | 4 gal | 5 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 23.4 x 22.8 x 22.6 | 26.3 x 22.9 x 21.6 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Senci OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | 224 cc Generac OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3500 W | 3600 W |
| Starting watts | 4500 W | 4500 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 | 11 h | 14 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 20 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | false |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Bonded to frame. |
| UPC | 851217006077 | 696471080353 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3500 | 3600 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 4500 | 4500 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 11 | 14 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 20 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 223 | 224 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | cast iron sleeve | Not available |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 10W-30 | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 20 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 11 | 14 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | No |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Recoil | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Oil, tool kit, and wheel kit | Oil, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 2 | 3 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The A-iPower SUA4500 is a 3,500-watt running generator built around a 223cc OHV 4-stroke engine with cast iron sleeves. This wattage class handles essential household appliances, power tools, and small job site equipment without breaking into the heavy-duty contractor tier. The 4,500-watt peak output gives it enough surge capacity to start refrigerators, air compressors, and welders that draw high inrush current. Gasoline fuel means quick refueling at any gas station, and the 4-gallon tank stretches runtime to 14 hours at quarter load or 11 hours at half load. That refueling cycle keeps users in the field longer without constant tank swaps. | The Powermate PM4500E is a portable generator offering 4500 starting watts and 3600 running watts, featuring an electric start and a 224cc Generac OHV engine, suitable for various applications. |
- Most PowerfulPowermate PM4500E3600W running
- QuietestA-iPower SUA450068 dB
- Longest RuntimePowermate PM4500E14h at 50% load
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