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- Sportsman GEN1000i
- WEN DF680iX
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| Specification | Sportsman GEN1000i | WEN DF680iX |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | 800 W | Winner: Winner: 5100 W |
| Starting watts | 1000 W | Winner: Winner: 6800 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 56 dB | 64 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 20.3 lbs | 94.8 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 6.3 h | 6.1 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 1.7 gal | 2.9 gal |
| Fuel gauge | No | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 15.6 x 8 x 13.8 | 22.8 x 16.6 x 19.7 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | 1.2 % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 40 cc OHV 4-stroke | 224 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 800 W | 5100 W |
| Starting watts | 1000 W | 6800 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 | 6.3 h | 6.1 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 4500 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 6000 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 | Not available | 9 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | true |
| UPC | 27077802085 | 44459096801 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 800 | 5100 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | Not available | 4500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 1000 | 6800 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | Not available | 6000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 6.3 | 6.1 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 9 |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x 120V 20A (5-20R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 40 | 224 |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE10W-30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 6.3 | 6.1 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 9 |
| Controls & display | ||
| Display Type | Inverter | Not available |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Not available |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Funnel, tool kit, and battery charging cables | Oil, funnel, tool kit, propane hose, and battery |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Part Number | GEN1000iC | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Sportsman GEN1000i is a gasoline inverter generator with a maximum wattage of 1000 peak watts and 800 running watts. It features a recoil start and is designed for lightweight, portable power delivery. | The WEN DF680iX is a 6800-watt dual fuel inverter generator designed for versatility and convenience, featuring electric start, CO shutdown sensor, and compatibility with both gasoline and propane fuels. |
- Most PowerfulWEN DF680iX5100W running
- QuietestSportsman GEN1000i56 dB
- Longest RuntimeSportsman GEN1000i6.3h at 50% load
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