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- Powermate PM7500
- Pulsar PG6580ECO
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| Specification | Powermate PM7500 | Pulsar PG6580ECO |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 6000 W | 5300 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 7500 W | 6580 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 0 dB | Winner: Winner: 75 dB |
| Weight | 170 lbs | Winner: Winner: 140 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 11 h | 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | 14 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 8 gal | 5.3 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 31 x 27 x 26.4 | 26.6 x 19.7 x 18.7 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240V 60 Hz |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Generac OHV 4-stroke 420 cc | Ducar 274 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 6000 W | 5300 W |
| Starting watts | 7500 W | 6580 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 | 11 h | 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | 14 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | true |
| UPC | 696471080360 | 814726027100 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 6000 | 5300 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 7500 | 6580 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 11 | 10 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 14 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | Ducar OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 420 | 274 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 14 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 11 | 10 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil and wheel kit | Funnel, tool kit, battery, and wheel kit |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Powermate PM7500 is a versatile portable generator offering 7500 starting watts and 6000 running watts, suitable for outdoor events, DIY projects, or emergency backup power. It features Dual Fuel functionality, allowing operation on gasoline or LP gas, and includes COsense® technology for carbon monoxide protection. | The Pulsar PG6580ECO is a 6,580-watt gasoline-powered portable generator equipped with a 274cc, 4-stroke, OHV engine. It features electric start with recoil backup, a 5.3-gallon fuel tank providing up to 10 hours of runtime at 50% load, and includes safety features like a CO shutdown sensor and low oil shutdown. Designed for versatility, it offers multiple outlets for various applications and is mounted on a durable powder-coated steel frame with fold-down handles and never-flat wheels for enhanced mobility. |
- Most PowerfulPowermate PM75006000W running
- QuietestPulsar PG6580ECO75 dB
- Longest RuntimePowermate PM750011h at 50% load
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