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- NorthStar c15000s
- WEN DF1100X
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| Specification | NorthStar c15000s | WEN DF1100X |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 13500 W | 8300 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 15000 W | 11000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 73 dB | 81 dB |
| Weight | 390 lbs | Winner: Winner: 213.8 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10.6 h | 8.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 12 gal | 6.6 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 43 x 36 x 35 | 27.3 x 20.6 x 21.9 in |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240V 60 Hz | 120/240V |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | <5% % | 15 % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 688 cc Honda GX690 OHV V-Twin | 457 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Electric | Not available |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 4 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 13500 W | 8300 W |
| Starting watts | 15000 W | 11000 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 | 8.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 7500 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 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 | Not available | 3 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Not available |
| UPC | 840321737861 | 44459911005 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 13500 | 8300 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | Not available | 7500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 15000 | 11000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.6 | 8.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 3 |
| 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) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)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 | 457 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.6 | 8.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 3 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Not available |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | No |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Funnel, battery, and wheel kit | Oil, propane hose, battery, 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 WEN DF1100X is an 8,300-watt dual-fuel generator that bridges gasoline and propane operation without sacrificing peak output. Its 11,000 starting watts handle equipment startup surges, making it suitable for jobsites, emergency backup, and extended outdoor work where fuel choice matters. |
- Most PowerfulNorthStar c15000s13500W running
- QuietestNorthStar c15000s73 dB
- Longest RuntimeNorthStar c15000s10.6h at 50% load
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