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- WEN DF280iX
- Aceup Energy AI4000DS
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| Specification | WEN DF280iX | Aceup Energy AI4000DS |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Not available |
| Fuel | Dual-Fuel | Not available |
| Inverter | Yes | No |
| Parallel capable | Yes | Yes |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 2250 W | Winner: Winner: 3200 W |
| Starting watts | 2800 W | Winner: Winner: 4000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 60 dB | Winner: Winner: 55 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 45.2 lbs | Not available |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 9 h | 8 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 1.58 gal | 1.32 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 19.7 x 11.6 x 18.7 | 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 | 1.2 % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 98 cc OHV 4-stroke | 149cc 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 | 2250 W | 3200 W |
| Starting watts | 2800 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 | 9 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 2000 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 2800 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 | 13.9 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 | Floating | Not available |
| UPC | 44459672753 | Not available |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 2250 | 3200 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 2000 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 2800 | 4000 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 2800 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 13.9 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) | One 20A outlet, one L5-30R Twist-Lock receptacle |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | 4-stroke OHV |
| Engine Displacement | 98 | 149 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 13.9 | Not available |
| Controls & display | ||
| Display Type | Not available | Intelligent gauge |
| Idle Control System | Not available | Economic mode |
| 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 | Recoil | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Funnel, tool kit, and propane hose | Oil funnel * 2; A bottle of Oil; Spark plug wrench |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Residential Warranty | Not available | 2 |
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Part Number | Not available | SKU AI4000s |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The WEN DF280iX is a 2800-watt dual-fuel inverter generator that offers clean and quiet portable power, suitable for sensitive electronics and various outdoor activities. | The Aceup Energy AI4000DS is a 3200 watt rated gasoline generator with a peak output of 4000 watts, featuring a 149cc 4-stroke OHV engine and EPA compliance. |
- Most PowerfulAceup Energy AI4000DS3200W running
- QuietestAceup Energy AI4000DS55 dB
- Longest RuntimeWEN DF280iX9h at 50% load
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