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Model: DuroMax XP4400EH Dual Fuel Portable Generator-4400 Watt Gas or Propane Powered Electric Start-Camping & RV Ready, 50 State Approved, Blue and Black
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Since it's not inverter, can't you just use a surge protector for sensitive electronics?
Interesting question and good idea, my guess is that that won't work but I would like to hear from someone who's a lot more knowledgeable about this subject than me.
From my limited understanding is that with todays modern electronics using a generator like this will shorten it's lifespan, it's the death by a thousand cuts not necessarily that it stop working right away.
Much cheaper than the Costco one for $650. If I just want to run my fridge during a power outage are these overkill? Not sure what is appropriate.
I'm not sure it's overkill but it may not be the best tool for the job, a lot of people would say that you should be using an inverter generator on a fridge especially if it's a modern fridge with some of the fancy features, some people will say you should be using any generator even an inverter generator on a fridge because the power is still not clean enough but that may be over the top.
I have a WEN 56203i that I paid $340 and a Firman that I got refurbished for $220, I don't see any "deals" right now but this Westinghouse model should do the trick.
Interesting question and good idea, my guess is that that won't work but I would like to hear from someone who's a lot more knowledgeable about this subject than me.
From my limited understanding is that with todays modern electronics using a generator like this will shorten it's lifespan, it's the death by a thousand cuts not necessarily that it stop working right away.
People talk about it a lot but I dont see a lot of real world proof of dead electronics... With your phone or laptop, the 120 volts ac is converted to 5 volts dc so any damage would probably happen to your cheap charger, not your expensive phone. If you want, you can add a voltage conditioner, like an apc le1200, to produce perfect voltage for any sensitive electronics.
Would something like this be okay for a PA system / mobile DJ setup?
My understanding is that you want to take the system's wattage and 2x it to be safe. The speakers I've got now are Mackie Thump 15a's - they're rated 1300W but operate well below that.
However, I'm mainly concerned about the sensitivity of the components (laptop, controller, mixer, and speakers).
I've seen chatter about "power cleaner" protectors. Or like, how an inverter would be better for sensitive electronics.
Would greatly appreciate some insights (and suggestions!)
I've run multiple desert raves off this type of generator, you're fine, don't fall to the "you need an inverter" hype. 1300W is the "peak" the mackies output, not what they draw, I've run a pair of srm450s AND a 1000w sub off a 2000w generator, this is overkill.
Since it's not inverter, can't you just use a surge protector for sensitive electronics?
it's not the surge you're worried about, it's the variation from 120v. Most modern day electronics have a filter to handle it, you don't need an inverter
It charges the battery when you use it too correct? Say the battery dies and you pulled to start, will it charge the dead battery?
Most electric starts do, but I can't give 100% for this one.
My generator manual says for optimal performance to run the unit for 30 minutes every 2 months, or something like that. If you donl that, you don't need to worry about trickle charging.
Either way, worst case, a $15 trickle charger can be added to the battery by popping off the bolts holding the battery in place and attaching the cables. Permanent solution if necessary if it doesn't charge its own battery.
Last edited by MAK1981 March 18, 2023 at 02:46 PM.
I just picked this up. No matter how much use I get out of it, that price for piece of mind is worth it in Florida with hurricanes. With Affirm through Amazon, it's only $21 a month.
People talk about it a lot but I dont see a lot of real world proof of dead electronics... With your phone or laptop, the 120 volts ac is converted to 5 volts dc so any damage would probably happen to your cheap charger, not your expensive phone. If you want, you can add a voltage conditioner, like an apc le1200, to produce perfect voltage for any sensitive electronics.
Exactly this. There are very few electronics that rely on a clean sine wave to function properly. The death by a thousand cuts the other poster mentioned may be true depending on how close the tolerances are in the power supply, but those parts normally last decades. As soon as power is past the first couple diodes, filters, and transformer, nothing else can tell the difference.
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From my limited understanding is that with todays modern electronics using a generator like this will shorten it's lifespan, it's the death by a thousand cuts not necessarily that it stop working right away.
I have a WEN 56203i that I paid $340 and a Firman that I got refurbished for $220, I don't see any "deals" right now but this Westinghouse model should do the trick.
https://slickdeals.net/f/16309915-firman-2kw-inverter-generator-217-refurb-ebay?v=1&src=Si
https://www.amazon.com/Westinghou...37
From my limited understanding is that with todays modern electronics using a generator like this will shorten it's lifespan, it's the death by a thousand cuts not necessarily that it stop working right away.
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Would something like this be okay for a PA system / mobile DJ setup?
My understanding is that you want to take the system's wattage and 2x it to be safe. The speakers I've got now are Mackie Thump 15a's - they're rated 1300W but operate well below that.
However, I'm mainly concerned about the sensitivity of the components (laptop, controller, mixer, and speakers).
I've seen chatter about "power cleaner" protectors. Or like, how an inverter would be better for sensitive electronics.
Would greatly appreciate some insights (and suggestions!)
My generator manual says for optimal performance to run the unit for 30 minutes every 2 months, or something like that. If you donl that, you don't need to worry about trickle charging.
Either way, worst case, a $15 trickle charger can be added to the battery by popping off the bolts holding the battery in place and attaching the cables. Permanent solution if necessary if it doesn't charge its own battery.
Exactly this. There are very few electronics that rely on a clean sine wave to function properly. The death by a thousand cuts the other poster mentioned may be true depending on how close the tolerances are in the power supply, but those parts normally last decades. As soon as power is past the first couple diodes, filters, and transformer, nothing else can tell the difference.
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