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- ECHO EG-3500
- NorthStar c8000s
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| Specification | ECHO EG-3500 | NorthStar c8000s |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 2800 W | Winner: Winner: 6600 W |
| Starting watts | 3500 W | Winner: Winner: 8000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 72 dB | 73 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 110 lbs | 280 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 10 h | Winner: Winner: 10.6 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 4 gal | 8 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 25 x 24.5 x 21.5 | 41 x 32 x 29 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | < 5% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke | Honda GX390 OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 4 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 2800 W | 6600 W |
| Starting watts | 3500 W | 8000 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 | 10 h | 10.6 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | Not available | false |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Bonded to frame | true |
| UPC | 743184017586 | 840321737618 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 2800 | 6600 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 3500 | 8000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 10.6 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | 3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 212 | 389 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 10.6 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection. |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Wheel kit | Funnel, Battery, and Wheel Kit |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The ECHO EG-3500 is a 2,800-watt gasoline generator built around a 212 cc OHV 4-stroke engine. At this wattage, it handles essential household loads like refrigerators, sump pumps, and power tools, but cannot run a central air conditioner or multiple high-demand appliances simultaneously. The 3,500-watt peak output gives it a brief surge capacity for motor startup, which matters when powering devices with inrush current demands. ECHO positions this unit for homeowners managing short outages, campers needing overnight power, and contractors powering hand tools on job sites where grid access is unavailable. | The NorthStar c8000s is a commercial-grade portable generator designed for demanding job sites, featuring a Honda GX390 OHV engine and Quiet Armor Technology for reduced noise. |
- Most PowerfulNorthStar c8000s6600W running
- QuietestECHO EG-350072 dB
- Longest RuntimeNorthStar c8000s10.6h at 50% load
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