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| Specification | Energizer eZV3500P | NorthStar c8000s |
|---|---|---|
| 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: 6600 W |
| Starting watts | 3500 W | Winner: Winner: 8000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 57 dB | 73 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 96 lbs | 280 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | Winner: Winner: 10.6 h |
| Run time @25% load | 15.5 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 1.95 gal | 8 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 22.8 x 16.7 x 17.5 | 41 x 32 x 29 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | 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, Electric, Remote | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 4 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3000 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 | Not available | 10.6 h |
| Run time @25% load | 15.5 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | false |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | true |
| UPC | Not available | 840321737618 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3000 | 6600 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 3500 | 8000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 10.6 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 15.5 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 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 @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 15.5 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 10.6 |
| 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, Remote | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Funnel, tool kit, key fob, battery charging cables, and battery | Funnel, Battery, and Wheel Kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Part Number | INVEZV3500PD | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Energizer eZV3500P is a 3,000-watt inverter generator built for users who need portable power without sacrificing convenience. At 3,000 running watts, this unit can power a refrigerator, microwave, and several power tools simultaneously. The 3,500-watt peak capacity handles the startup surge of air conditioning units and compressors. Gasoline fuel means no special storage concerns and easy refueling at any gas station.
The eZV3500P targets outdoor enthusiasts and homeowners who value flexibility in how they start the generator. Three starting options—recoil, electric, and remote—mean you can start it by hand, press a button on the unit, or trigger it from 100 feet away with the included key fob. The inverter technology protects laptops, phones, and other sensitive electronics from voltage spikes. A 3-year warranty covers defects across the generator's core components. | 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. |