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- NorthStar e14000s
- AIVOLT VS8000411
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| Specification | NorthStar e14000s | AIVOLT VS8000411 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Not available |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | No | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 12000 W | 6100 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 14000 W | 8000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 73 dB | Winner: Winner: 62 dB |
| Weight | 388 lbs | Winner: Winner: 129 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 12 gal | Not available |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 43 x 36 x 35 | 25.2"L x 19.7"W x 21.4"H |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 60 Hz | 120 Volts |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | No |
| THD | <5% % | 3 % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | NorthStar e670 OHV 4-stroke | 322cc 4-stroke OHV engine |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Electric | Electric start |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 4 years | Not available |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 12000 W | 6100 W |
| Starting watts | 14000 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 | 10 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | Not available |
| Compliance | EPA | EPA & CARB compliant |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | No |
| Neutral | true | Not available |
| UPC | 840321737434 | Not available |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 12000 | 6100 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 14000 | 8000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | Not available |
| 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) | 4 outlets |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 50 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | Not available |
| Engine Displacement | 669 | 322 |
| Alternator Winding Material | Not available | 100% copper windings |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | Not available |
| Controls & display | ||
| Display Type | Not available | 5-in-1 LCD display center |
| Idle Control System | Not available | Eco-Mode |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Automatic shutdown during carbon monoxide detection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Mobility Components | Not available | Telescopic handle, two 7-inch never-flat wheels |
| Fuel Connection Components | Not available | Automatic fuel-switching technology |
| Included Accessories | Funnel, battery, and wheel kit | Dual 2.4A USB adapter, emergency battery charger, LPG hose, tool kit, oil funnel |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Residential Warranty | Not available | 2 |
| Commercial Warranty | 4 | 2 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The NorthStar e14000s is a commercial-grade EFI portable generator with electric start, delivering 14,000 surge watts and 12,000 rated watts. It features a NorthStar e670 OHV EFI engine, Quiet Armor Technology for reduced noise, and a heavy-duty steel exoskeleton for durability. | The AIVOLT VS8000411 is a dual-fuel generator with 6100 rated watts and 8000 peak watts. |
- Most PowerfulNorthStar e14000s12000W running
- QuietestAIVOLT VS800041162 dB
- Longest RuntimeNorthStar e14000s10h at 50% load
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