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  • NorthStar e9250s
  • Aceup Energy AI4000DS
  • Model e9250s
    Model e9250s

    NorthStar 7,250W Gas Generator

    7250W
    Running
    74 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model AI4000DS
    Model AI4000DS

    Aceup Energy 3,200W Generator

    3200W
    Running
    55 dB
    Noise
    View details
Quick charts
Each chart uses its own Y-axis scale (so numbers are comparable within a chart).
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 e9250sAceup Energy AI4000DS
General
Product type
Generator
Not available—
Fuel
Gasoline
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InverterNoNo
Parallel capableNoYes
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 7250 W
3200 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 9250 W
4000 W
Noise (lower limit)
74 dB
Winner: Winner: 55 dB
Weight
Winner: Winner: 277 lbs
Not available—
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 10.8 h
8 h
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Fuel tank
8 gal
1.32 gal
Fuel gaugeYesNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
41 x 32 x 29
Not available—
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240V 60 Hz
120V
Voltage (DC)
Not available—
12V
GFCI outletsYesNo
Covered outletsYesNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesNo
THD
<5% %
Not available—
Engine
Engine
NorthStar e420 OHV 4-stroke
149cc 4-stroke OHV engine
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil, Electric
Not available—
Warranty
Warranty
4 years
2 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
7250 W
3200 W
Starting watts
9250 W
4000 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
10.8 h
Not available—
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Other
Data center
Not available—
Not available—
Indicators
false
true
Compliance
EPA
EPA compliant
Security
Not available—
Not available—
Spark arrestorYesNo
Neutral
true
Not available—
UPC
840321737359
Not available—
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
7250
3200
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
9250
4000
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10.8
Not available—
AC Outlet Types
3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)
One 20A outlet, one L5-30R Twist-Lock receptacle
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke
4-stroke OHV
Engine Displacement
420
149
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10.8
Not available—
Controls & display
Display Type
Not available—
Intelligent gauge
Idle Control System
Not available—
Economic mode
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
Oil funnel * 2; A bottle of Oil; Spark plug wrench
Warranty & identification
Residential Warranty
Not available—
2
Commercial Warranty
4
Not available—
Part Number
Not available—
SKU ‎AI4000s
Additional specs
Summary
The NorthStar e9250s is a commercial-grade, portable generator featuring a 420cc OHV EFI engine, delivering 9,250 surge watts and 7,250 rated watts. It boasts Quiet Armor Technology for reduced noise, an electric start with a built-in battery charger, and a multi-function LCD display for monitoring generator functions.
The Aceup Energy AI4000DS is a 3200 watt rated gasoline generator with a peak output of 4000 watts, featuring a 149cc 4-stroke OHV engine and EPA compliance.
  • Most Powerful
    NorthStar e9250s
    7250W running
  • Quietest
    Aceup Energy AI4000DS
    55 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    NorthStar e9250s
    10.8h at 50% load
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