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  • NorthStar c13000s
  • Aceup Energy AI4500W
  • Model c13000s
    Model c13000s

    NorthStar 10,500W Gas Generator

    10500W
    Running
    72 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model AI4500W
    Model AI4500W

    Aceup Energy 3,600W Gas Inverter Generator

    3600W
    Running
    dB
    Noise
    View details
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Running watts
W
Starting watts
W
Noise
dB
Runtime @50%
h
Running watts by fuel
Shows how output changes across gasoline/propane/natural gas (when available).
Generator Specifications Comparison
SpecificationNorthStar c13000sAceup Energy AI4500W
General
Product type
Generator
Not available
Fuel
Gasoline
Gasoline
InverterNoYes
Parallel capableNoYes
RV readyNoYes
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 10500 W
3600 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 13000 W
4500 W
Noise (lower limit)
Winner: Winner: 72 dB
Not available
Weight
Winner: Winner: 387 lbs
Not available
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 10.9 h
Not available
Run time @25% load
Not available
10 h
Fuel tank
12 gal
2.65 gal
Fuel gaugeYesNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
43 x 36 x 35
Not available
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120
Voltage (DC)
Not available
12
GFCI outletsYesNo
Covered outletsYesNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesNo
THD
<5% %
Not available
Engine
Engine
Honda GX630 OHV V-Twin
223cc 4-stroke OHV engine
Alternator
Not available
Not available
Starting system
Electric
Not available
Warranty
Warranty
4 years
2 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot availableNot available
Running watts
10500 W
Not available
Starting watts
13000 W
Not available
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
10.9 h
Not available
Run time @25% load
Not available
10 h
Other
Data center
Not available
Not available
Indicators
false
true
Compliance
CARB, EPA
EPA compliant
Security
Not available
Not available
Spark arrestorYesNo
Neutral
Not available
Not available
UPC
840321737458
Not available
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
10500
Not available
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
13000
Not available
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10.9
Not available
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available
10
AC Outlet Types
3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R)
Two 120V AC 20A outlets and one 30A RV outlet
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV V-Twin
Not available
Engine Displacement
688
223
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available
10
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10.9
Not available
Controls & display
Idle Control System
Not available
Economic mode to save fuel
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection
Not available
Low Oil ProtectionYesNo
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesNo
Included equipment
Included Accessories
Funnel, battery, and wheel kit
Car charger adapter (two 5V USB ports)
Warranty & identification
Residential Warranty
Not available
2
Part Number
Not available
AI4500W
Additional specs
Summary
The NorthStar c13000s is a commercial-grade portable generator designed for demanding jobsites, offering 13,000 surge watts and 10,500 rated watts of power.
The Aceup Energy AI4500W is a gasoline-powered inverter generator with a rated wattage of 3600 and a peak wattage of 4500. It features recoil start and EPA compliance.
  • Most Powerful
    NorthStar c13000s
    10500W running
  • Quietest
    NorthStar c13000s
    72 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    NorthStar c13000s
    10.9h at 50% load
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