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- ECHO EGi-3600LN
- Pulsar PGD16iSCO
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| Specification | ECHO EGi-3600LN | Pulsar PGD16iSCO |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | Yes | Yes |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 3000 W | 1200 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 3600 W | 1600 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 63 dB | Winner: Winner: 56 dB |
| Weight | 107 lbs | Winner: Winner: 24 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 8.5 h | 6.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 2.2 gal | 0.6 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 25.3 x 18.9 x 19.6 | 17.1 x 9.6 x 15.7 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | 5 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | No | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | 3 % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke | 57 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil; Electric | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3000 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 3600 W | 1600 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 | 8.5 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| 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 | Floating | Floating |
| UPC | 743184023167 | 814726028114 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3000 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 3600 | 1600 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8.5 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 212 | 57 |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8.5 | Not available |
| Controls & display | ||
| Display Type | Digital | Not available |
| 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 | Tool kit and battery | Oil, funnel, and tool kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | 3 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The ECHO EGi-3600LN is a 3,000-watt inverter generator built around a 212 cc OHV 4-stroke engine. At this wattage, it can run a refrigerator, microwave, and several lights simultaneously, or power most household tools one at a time. The inverter technology means laptops, TVs, and phone chargers stay safe from power spikes. Gasoline fuel gives users quick refills at any gas station, with a 2.2-gallon tank supporting 8.5 hours of runtime at half load. This positions the unit as a practical backup for home outages, job site work, and camping trips where grid power is unavailable. | The Pulsar PGD16iSCO is a gasoline inverter generator with a rated output of 1200 watts and a peak of 1600 watts, designed for portability and clean power delivery. |
- Most PowerfulECHO EGi-3600LN3000W running
- QuietestPulsar PGD16iSCO56 dB
- Longest RuntimeECHO EGi-3600LN8.5h at 50% load
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