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- ECHO EGi-3600LN
- Yamaha EF5500DE
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| Specification | ECHO EGi-3600LN | Yamaha EF5500DE |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | No |
| Parallel capable | Yes | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 3000 W | Winner: Winner: 4500 W |
| Starting watts | 3600 W | Winner: Winner: 5500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 63 dB | 74.1 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 107 lbs | 238.1 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 8.5 h | Winner: Winner: 13.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 2.2 gal | 6.9 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 25.3 x 18.9 x 19.6 | 29.1 x 29 x 31.5 in |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120/240V 60 Hz |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Covered outlets | No | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke | Yamaha MZ360 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 | 4500 W |
| Starting watts | 3600 W | 5500 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 | 13.5 h |
| 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 | true |
| UPC | 743184023167 | 765053823098 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3000 | 4500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 3600 | 5500 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8.5 | 13.5 |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | 2x 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 | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 212 | 358 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8.5 | 13.5 |
| Controls & display | ||
| Display Type | Digital | Data center |
| 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 |
| Documentation | Not available | Data center |
| Included Accessories | Tool kit and battery | Tool kit, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Part Number | Not available | EF55DEX |
| 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 Yamaha EF5500DE is a versatile dual 120/240 volt generator, ideal for emergency backup power for home, cottage, or business, as well as primary power on job sites. It features a 358cc OHV engine, electric start, and offers 5500 watts maximum AC output with outstanding fuel efficiency. |
- Most PowerfulYamaha EF5500DE4500W running
- QuietestECHO EGi-3600LN63 dB
- Longest RuntimeYamaha EF5500DE13.5h at 50% load
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