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  • NorthStar e9250s
  • AIVOLT VS1600101
  • Model e9250s
    Model e9250s

    NorthStar 7,250W Gas Generator

    7250W
    Running
    74 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model VS1600101
    Model VS1600101

    AIVOLT 1,260W Gas Inverter Generator

    1260W
    Running
    57 dB
    Noise
    View details
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Running watts
W
Starting watts
W
Noise
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Runtime @50%
h
Running watts by fuel
Shows how output changes across gasoline/propane/natural gas (when available).
Generator Specifications Comparison
SpecificationNorthStar e9250sAIVOLT VS1600101
General
Product type
Generator
Not available
Fuel
Gasoline
Gasoline
InverterNoYes
Parallel capableNoYes
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 7250 W
1260 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 9250 W
1600 W
Noise (lower limit)
74 dB
Winner: Winner: 57 dB
Weight
277 lbs
Winner: Winner: 28 lbs
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 10.8 h
Not available
Run time @25% load
Not available
8 h
Fuel tank
8 gal
3.5 gal
Fuel gaugeYesNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
41 x 32 x 29
16.93″L x 9.92″W x 15.75″H
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240V 60 Hz
120 Volts (AC)
Voltage (DC)
Not available
Not available
GFCI outletsYesNo
Covered outletsYesNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesNo
THD
<5% %
3 %
Engine
Engine
NorthStar e420 OHV 4-stroke
60cc 4-strokes OHV air-cooled engine
Alternator
Not available
Not available
Starting system
Recoil, Electric
Not available
Warranty
Warranty
4 years
2 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot availableNot available
Running watts
7250 W
1260 W
Starting watts
9250 W
1600 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
8 h
Other
Data center
Not available
Not available
Indicators
false
true
Compliance
EPA
Complies with Emissions Standards
Security
Not available
Not available
Spark arrestorYesNo
Neutral
true
Not available
UPC
840321737359
Not available
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
7250
1260
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
9250
1600
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10.8
Not available
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available
8
AC Outlet Types
3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)
Two 120V 20A outlets
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke
4 Stroke
Engine Displacement
420
60
Alternator Winding Material
Not available
100% copper
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available
8
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10.8
Not available
Controls & display
Idle Control System
Not available
Automatic Idle Control
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection
Built-in overload protection
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesYes
Included equipment
Included Accessories
Funnel, battery, and wheel kit
Not available
Warranty & identification
Residential Warranty
Not available
2
Commercial Warranty
4
Not available
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 AIVOLT VS1600101 is a gasoline inverter generator with a rated wattage of 1260 and a peak wattage of 1600.
  • Most Powerful
    NorthStar e9250s
    7250W running
  • Quietest
    AIVOLT VS1600101
    57 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    NorthStar e9250s
    10.8h at 50% load
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