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| Specification | NorthStar c15000s | Powermate PM7500 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 13500 W | 6000 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 15000 W | 7500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 73 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | 390 lbs | Winner: Winner: 170 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 10.6 h | Winner: Winner: 11 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 14 h |
| Fuel tank | 12 gal | 8 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 43 x 36 x 35 | 31 x 27 x 26.4 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240V 60 Hz | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | <5% % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 688 cc Honda GX690 OHV V-Twin | Generac OHV 4-stroke 420 cc |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Electric | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 4 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 13500 W | 6000 W |
| Starting watts | 15000 W | 7500 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 | 10.6 h | 11 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 14 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | true |
| UPC | 840321737861 | 696471080360 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 13500 | 6000 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 15000 | 7500 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.6 | 11 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 14 |
| AC Outlet Types | 3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)1x 120/240V 60A (14-60R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | Honda GX690 OHV V-Twin | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 688 | 420 |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 14 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.6 | 11 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Funnel, battery, and wheel kit | Oil and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 4 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The NorthStar c15000s is a commercial-grade portable generator powered by a Honda GX690 OHV engine, delivering 15,000 surge watts and 13,500 rated watts. It features Quiet Armor Technology for reduced noise, a built-in battery charger/maintainer, and carbon monoxide detection with automatic shutdown for enhanced safety. | The Powermate PM7500 is a versatile portable generator offering 7500 starting watts and 6000 running watts, suitable for outdoor events, DIY projects, or emergency backup power. It features Dual Fuel functionality, allowing operation on gasoline or LP gas, and includes COsense® technology for carbon monoxide protection. |
