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- Powermate PM1200i
- Ryobi RYi6522
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| Specification | Powermate PM1200i | Ryobi RYi6522 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | 1000 W | Winner: Winner: 5500 W |
| Starting watts | 1200 W | Winner: Winner: 6500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 0 dB | Winner: Winner: 72.3 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 33 lbs | 118 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 5.5 h | Winner: Winner: 8.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 7 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 0.79 gal | 4 gal |
| Fuel gauge | No | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 18.3 x 10.3 x 15.7 | 24.4 x 20.9 x 22.5 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 5 |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Covered outlets | No | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Less than 3% % | 5 % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 54 cc OHV 4-stroke | 298 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 1000 W | 5500 W |
| Starting watts | 1200 W | 6500 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 | 5.5 h | 8.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 7 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Not available | true |
| UPC | 696471078909 | 46396052193 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 1000 | 5500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 1200 | 6500 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 5.5 | 8.5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 7 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 54 | 298 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 7 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 5.5 | 8.5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | No |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Funnel and tool kit | Oil, tool kit, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 3 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Powermate PM1200i is a portable inverter generator designed to provide clean and stable power for sensitive electronics, tools, and appliances. It features a fully enclosed case for ultra-quiet operation and RPM+ technology that automatically adjusts engine RPM based on load demand to reduce sound emissions and conserve fuel. | The Ryobi RYi6522 is a 6500-watt open frame inverter generator designed to provide reliable power for various applications, including RVs, home backup, and job sites. It features a 298cc OHV engine delivering 6500 starting watts and 5500 running watts, CO Detect carbon monoxide shutdown sensor for added safety, and Pure Sine Wave Technology to safely power sensitive electronics. |
- Most PowerfulRyobi RYi65225500W running
- QuietestRyobi RYi652272.3 dB
- Longest RuntimeRyobi RYi65228.5h at 50% load
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