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- Powermate PM4500DF
- Pulsar PGD40iSCO
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| Specification | Powermate PM4500DF | Pulsar PGD40iSCO |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Dual-Fuel | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 3600 W | 3200 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 4500 W | 4000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 0 dB | Winner: Winner: 59 dB |
| Weight | 109 lbs | Winner: Winner: 46 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10.5 h | 4.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 19 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 5 gal | 1 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 26.3 x 22.9 x 21.5 | 18.9 x 11.4 x 17.3 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Generac OHV 4-stroke 224 cc | 145 cc Ducar 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 | 3600 W | 3200 W |
| Starting watts | 4500 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 | 10.5 h | 4.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3240 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | Not available | Not available |
| 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 | 7 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | true |
| Compliance | EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Not available | Floating |
| UPC | 696471086386 | 814726027674 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3600 | 3200 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 3240 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 4500 | 4000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.5 | 4.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 7 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | Generac OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 224 | 145 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.5 | 4.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 7 | 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 | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil, propane hose, and wheel kit | Not available |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | 3 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Powermate PM4500DF is a durable and compact dual fuel portable generator, ideal for home use or DIY projects. It offers 4500 starting watts and 3600 running watts on gasoline, and features a steel frame with integrated wheels and handle for easy transport. | The Pulsar PGD40iSCO is a 4,000-watt inverter generator featuring a 145cc OHV air-cooled engine, providing 3,200 running watts and 4,000 peak watts. It operates quietly at 59 dB and offers up to 4.5 hours of runtime at half load. Equipped with CO Sentry for carbon monoxide detection, it ensures safety during operation. |
- Most PowerfulPowermate PM4500DF3600W running
- QuietestPulsar PGD40iSCO59 dB
- Longest RuntimePowermate PM4500DF10.5h at 50% load
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