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- Powermate PM3800
- Yamaha EF3000iS
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| Specification | Powermate PM3800 | Yamaha EF3000iS |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 3000 W | 2800 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 3800 W | 3000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 0 dB | Winner: Winner: 54.5 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 96 lbs | 136 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 14 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | 21 h | 18.6 h |
| Fuel tank | 5 gal | 3.4 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 23.8 x 18.1 x 19.1 | 26.8 x 17.5 x 21.9 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | No | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke | 171 cc Yamaha MZ175 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 | 3000 W | 2800 W |
| Starting watts | 3800 W | 3000 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 | 14 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | 21 h | 18.6 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | true |
| Compliance | EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | Floating |
| UPC | 696471080339 | 810856030645 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3000 | 2800 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 3800 | 3000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 14 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 21 | 18.6 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) | AC outlets1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke | Yamaha MZ175 OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 212 | 171 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 / SAE 30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 21 | 18.6 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 14 | Not available |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Oil | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Oil | Battery charging cables |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | 3 |
| Part Number | P0081100 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Powermate PM3800 is a durable and compact portable generator, ideal for home use and DIY projects. It features a Generac 212cc OHV engine, delivering 3800 starting watts and 3000 running watts. The generator offers a 21-hour runtime at 25% load, facilitated by a 5-gallon fuel tank. Its POWERDIAL™ simplifies the startup process with an integrated off/run/choke knob. | The Yamaha EF3000iS is a 3000-watt inverter generator designed for quiet operation and portability, featuring advanced technologies like Smart Throttle and Noise Block, and backed by a 3-year limited warranty. |
- Most PowerfulPowermate PM38003000W running
- QuietestYamaha EF3000iS54.5 dB
- Longest RuntimePowermate PM380014h at 50% load
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