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3500W Portable Inverter Generator, Quiet Suitcase Style
3500W Portable Inverter Generator, Quiet Suitcase Style
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This portable inverter generator is a compact suitcase-style unit rated at 3000 running watts and 3500 peak watts, with pure sine wave output.
Why preppers want this
- Pure sine wave output is described as stable power for phones, laptops and sensitive devices.
- It is listed at 58 dB at 23 feet, so it is relatively quiet for its class.
- Runtime is listed at up to 8.3 hours at 25% load.
- Carbon monoxide (CO) shutdown and overload protection are listed.
- Eco mode and parallel-ready design are listed, so you can pair two units for more output.
Built for
- Home power outages in extreme weather.
- Camping, RV travel and outdoor parties.
- Running a phone, laptop or TV when the grid is down.
Specifications
| Rated output | 3000 W |
|---|---|
| Peak output | 3500 W |
| Voltage and frequency | 120 V AC, 60 Hz |
| Operating current | 25 A (peak 29.2 A) |
| Outlets | 2 x 120 V 20 A, 1 x 120 V 30 A, 2 x USB (5 V DC 1 A / 2.1 A) |
| Engine | Four-stroke, OHV, air-cooled, 145 cc |
| Fuel | Gasoline, 1.06 gallon tank |
| Oil | 10W30, 0.12 gallon capacity |
| Start | Recoil start |
| Runtime | 8.3 h at 25% load, 4.5 h at 50% load |
| Noise | 58 dB at 23 feet |
| Weight | 47 lbs |
| Size | 18.9 x 11.4 x 17.3 in (L x W x H) |
| Compliance (as listed) | EPA, ISO 9001:2015, ANSI/PGMA |
What's in the box
- Generator
- Generator cover
FAQ
How loud is this inverter generator?
It is listed at 58 dB measured at 23 feet.
How long can it run on one tank?
The listing gives 8.3 hours at 25% load and 4.5 hours at 50% load.
What fuel and oil does it use?
It runs on gasoline and uses 10W30 oil. The tank holds 1.06 gallons.
What outlets does it have?
It has 2 x 120 V 20 A, 1 x 120 V 30 A and 2 USB outlets.
Does it work at high altitude?
The listing says to use it below 5000 feet, because higher altitude can affect stability and power.
