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| Specification | ECHO EGi-3600LN | WEN DF480iX |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | Yes | Yes |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | 3000 W | Winner: Winner: 4000 W |
| Starting watts | 3600 W | Winner: Winner: 4800 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 63 dB | Winner: Winner: 62 dB |
| Weight | 107 lbs | Winner: Winner: 78.5 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 8.5 h | 7 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 2.2 gal | 1.9 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 25.3 x 18.9 x 19.6 | 23.8 x 12.6 x 22.1 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | No | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | No |
| THD | Not available | under 1.2% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke | 224 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil; Electric | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3000 W | 4000 W |
| Starting watts | 3600 W | 4800 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 | 7 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 3600 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 4320 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 | Not available | 12 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | true |
| UPC | 743184023167 | 44459094807 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3000 | 4000 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | Not available | 3600 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 3600 | 4800 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | Not available | 4320 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8.5 | 7 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 12 |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 212 | 224 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8.5 | 7 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 12 |
| Controls & display | ||
| Display Type | Digital | Not available |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil, overload and low fuel protection |
| Low Oil Protection | No | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Recoil; Electric | Recoil, Electric |
| Included Accessories | Tool kit and battery | Oil, funnel, tool kit, propane hose, and battery |
| 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 WEN DF480iX is a 4000-watt dual-fuel inverter generator built for RV owners and users of sensitive electronics. Its 4800-watt starting capacity handles surge loads while the inverter topology keeps total harmonic distortion under 1.2%, protecting laptops and chargers from power spikes. |
