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- Powermate PM4500DF
- Westinghouse iGen5000DFc
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| Specification | Powermate PM4500DF | Westinghouse iGen5000DFc |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Dual-Fuel | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | No | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | 3600 W | Winner: Winner: 3900 W |
| Starting watts | 4500 W | Winner: Winner: 5000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 0 dB | Winner: Winner: 52 dB |
| Weight | 109 lbs | Winner: Winner: 105.8 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 10.5 h | Winner: Winner: 15 h |
| Run time @25% load | 19 h | 18 h |
| Fuel tank | 5 gal | 3.4 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 26.3 x 22.9 x 21.5 | 24.5 x 17.5 x 20 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 5 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | 3 % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Generac OHV 4-stroke 224 cc | 224 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3600 W | 3900 W |
| Starting watts | 4500 W | 5000 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 | 15 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 18 h |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3240 W | 3500 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 4500 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 | 7 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 22 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | true |
| Compliance | EPA | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Not available | Not available |
| UPC | 696471086386 | 850011336854 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3600 | 3900 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 3240 | 3500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 4500 | 5000 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | Not available | 4500 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.5 | 15 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 7 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 18 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane) | Not available | 22 |
| 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 | 224 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | SAE 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 18 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.5 | 15 |
| 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 | ||
| Starting Components | Not available | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Included Accessories | Oil, propane hose, and wheel kit | Oil, funnel, tool kit, key fob, battery charger, propane hose, and battery |
| 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 Westinghouse iGen5000DFc EFI Inverter Generator is a dual fuel generator that offers 5000 peak watts and 3900 rated watts on gasoline, and 4500 peak watts and 3500 rated watts on propane. It features electronic fuel injection for improved fuel efficiency and lower maintenance, remote start, an LED display, and up to 12 hours of run time at 25% load. |
- Most PowerfulWestinghouse iGen5000DFc3900W running
- QuietestWestinghouse iGen5000DFc52 dB
- Longest RuntimeWestinghouse iGen5000DFc15h at 50% load
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