yng_750 247 Report post Posted July 18, 2012 Bought incase of power loss during a time where i could absolutely not afford to lose power at home. Paid $999 and never had to use it. Has fuel and oil in it, ive started it up and tested it all works when i bought it Starts first pop. Digital Hour meter is still on 0.00 1700w 4 stroke very quiet 68db iirc 3.5 l fuel tank twin outlet Automatic throttle control to conserve fuel Has digital readout of V , HZ, KW and Hours Pure sine wave so can run digital electronics Very compact to store away and easy to move Perfect for Race series guys, big enough to run tools/lights at the track Asking $500, pickup in taupo, Could ship but not sure on price as it weighs 26kg and i would have to drain fuel and oil first. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
polley 916 Report post Posted July 18, 2012 What kind of tools do you think you could run from this? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yng_750 247 Report post Posted July 18, 2012 it has a peak output of 1900w for tool start up needs so realistically anything 1500w quite comfortably drills, saws, heat guns, polishers etc most tools fall within this range wouldnt run things like welders though being pure sine wave would be ideal for televisions or computers Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Docile 64 Report post Posted July 18, 2012 compressors would be out of the question i suppose. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
polley 916 Report post Posted July 18, 2012 compressors would be out of the question i suppose. Completely. It would struggle to run a grinder, I cant think of any power tools it would run. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yng_750 247 Report post Posted July 18, 2012 seeing as browsing my tools almost all seem to be well under 1000w i would say most but yes compressors etc would be out of the question Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yng_750 247 Report post Posted July 18, 2012 quote from http://www.powerproduct.co.uk/which-generator.html Power tools For all normal power tools, that have brushed motors, a generator is required with a rated power (Watts) which equals or exceeds the power tool wattage. For example a 2,200 Watt angle grinder can be run from a generator with a rated power of 2,200 Watts or greater. However, they also say that common sense suggest that wherever possible a slightly higher rated generator would be preferable. Motor Starting is an important factor when buying a Generator. Consideration should be given to the fact that induction-type motors, typically require 2-3 times their listed running watts to start while power tools using universal brush type commutator motors do not require additional startup power. Induction motors are fitted with capacitors and are often used in pressure washers, steam cleaners, pumps, industrial equipment and compressors etc. and here is their guide for what most items consume http://www.powerproduct.co.uk/generator-guide.html Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yng_750 247 Report post Posted July 19, 2012 sold pending payment Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
polley 916 Report post Posted July 19, 2012 Sorry, was thinking most grinders etc were 2400watt, but they are only about 1200 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
