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- Pulsar PGX5250BiXCO
- Aceup Energy AI4500
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| Specification | Pulsar PGX5250BiXCO | Aceup Energy AI4500 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Not available |
| Fuel | Dual-Fuel | Not available |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | Yes | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 4000 W | 3600 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 5250 W | 4500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 70 dB | Not available |
| Weight | 64 lbs | Winner: Winner: 62.7 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 6 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 10 h |
| Fuel tank | 2.1 gal | 2.65 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 17.5 x 14.9 x 19.5 | Not available |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120V |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | 12V |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | No |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 223 cc OHV 4-stroke | 223cc 4-stroke OHV engine |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Not available |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 4000 W | 3600 W |
| Starting watts | 5250 W | 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 | 6 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 10 h |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3600 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 4700 W | 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 | 10 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | EPA compliant |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | No |
| Neutral | true | Not available |
| UPC | 814726029852 | Not available |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 4000 | 3600 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 3600 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 5250 | 4500 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 4700 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 6 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 10 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 10 |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) | Two 20A outlets and one 30A Twist-Lock |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | Not available | 4-stroke OHV |
| Engine Displacement | 223 | 223 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 10 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 6 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 10 | Not available |
| Controls & display | ||
| Display Type | Not available | Intelligent gauge |
| Idle Control System | Not available | Economic mode to save fuel |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Not available |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | No |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and propane hose | 5-in-1 knob: fuel on/shut-off, engine on/off, choke |
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and propane hose | Not available |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Residential Warranty | Not available | 2 |
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 2 |
| Part Number | Not available | AI4500 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Pulsar PGX5250BiXCO 5250W Dual Fuel Inverter Generator is a reliable power solution for emergency power, off-grid needs, RV trips, and jobsite use. With dual fuel capability, it operates on either gasoline or propane, giving you flexibility when fuel availability changes. Its advanced inverter technology delivers clean, stable electricity that’s safe for sensitive electronics such as laptops, mobile devices, and televisions. | The Aceup Energy AI4500 is a 3,600-watt inverter generator built around a 223cc 4-stroke OHV engine. It produces 3,600 running watts and 4,500 peak watts, making it suitable for home backup of essentials, jobsite tools with moderate surge needs, and applications where clean power matters. As an inverter model, it delivers stable electricity to sensitive electronics like laptops, chargers, and networking gear while handling traditional household loads and motor starts. The 2.65-gallon fuel tank and 10-hour runtime at 25 percent load support overnight run windows for light to moderate demand. Parallel capability lets users connect two units later to increase total output without replacing the generator entirely. |
- Most PowerfulPulsar PGX5250BiXCO4000W running
- QuietestPulsar PGX5250BiXCO70 dB
- Longest RuntimePulsar PGX5250BiXCO6h at 50% load
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