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- Cummins Onan P9500DF EFI
- Powermate PM3800
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| Specification | Cummins Onan P9500DF EFI | Powermate PM3800 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Dual-Fuel | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 7500 W | 3000 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 9500 W | 3800 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 74 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | 211.6 lbs | Winner: Winner: 96 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 9.6 h | Winner: Winner: 14 h |
| Run time @25% load | 14.4 h | 21 h |
| Fuel tank | 6.6 gal | 5 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 27.3 x 20.6 x 22.6 | 23.8 x 18.1 x 19.1 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | 5 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | No |
| THD | 23 % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 420 cc OHV 4-stroke | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric, Remote | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 7500 W | 3000 W |
| Starting watts | 9500 W | 3800 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 | 9.6 h | 14 h |
| Run time @25% load | 14.4 h | 21 h |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 6750 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 8550 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 | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | 10.8 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Floating |
| UPC | Not available | 696471080339 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 7500 | 3000 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 6750 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 9500 | 3800 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 8550 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9.6 | 14 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 14.4 | 21 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane) | 10.8 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 420 | 212 |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE10W30 | 10W-30 / SAE 30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 14.4 | 21 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9.6 | 14 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Mobility Components | Yes | Not available |
| Starting Components | Not available | Oil |
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, key fob, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit | Oil |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | 3 |
| Part Number | A075C509 | P0081100 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Cummins Onan P9500DF EFI is a 7,500-watt dual-fuel generator built for users who need sustained power across multiple load types. On gasoline, it delivers 7,500 running watts and 9,500 peak watts. On propane, it drops to 6,750 running watts and 8,550 peak watts, which means propane users sacrifice roughly 10 percent of output but gain extended storage life and cleaner emissions. The electronic fuel injection engine handles high-altitude operation up to 13,123 feet without modification, making it viable for mountain jobsites, remote cabins, and RV camps where carbureted engines would struggle. At 211.6 pounds with an included wheel kit, this generator demands stationary placement or two-person handling, but the 6.6-gallon fuel tank stretches runtime to 14.4 hours at 25 percent load on gasoline. This is a workhorse for contractors, emergency backup, and off-grid scenarios where fuel flexibility and durability matter more than portability. | The Powermate PM3800 is a durable and compact portable generator, ideal for home use and DIY projects. It features a Generac 212cc OHV engine, delivering 3800 starting watts and 3000 running watts. The generator offers a 21-hour runtime at 25% load, facilitated by a 5-gallon fuel tank. Its POWERDIAL™ simplifies the startup process with an integrated off/run/choke knob. |
- Most PowerfulCummins Onan P9500DF EFI7500W running
- QuietestCummins Onan P9500DF EFI74 dB
- Longest RuntimePowermate PM380014h at 50% load
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