What is better a Generator or an Inverter Generator.?

What is better a Generator or an Inverter Generator.?

16th Jul 2021

Inverter Generators Vs Generator due to the similarity in usage, most people interchange these terms a lot, and there seems to be confusion among consumers on the differences between an inverter generators and conventional generator.

And after knowing the differences, which one is better between the two?

Two popular generator options are inverter and standard variants. They each have some great applications. For years, people have been using portable generators to keep their electricity going in all kinds of situations.

However, only recently have inverter generators become popular.

How do inverter generators work? Inverter generators work by producing DC power and then converts the power AC power, so its suitable for running sensitive equipment. The power a inverter generator produces is the closet possible power to the same power your house has running it. The power is delivered in what is called sine waves and takes away the surges and power drops that are common in most conventional generator models. One of the biggest advantages of a inverter generator is that the engine only has to run to the level of electricity needed to power what ever appliances are on at the time. Normal conventional generators run at a constant speed regardless of the power its drawing, making them far less fuel efficient and also a lot louder in noise.

                                                                                 

The key benefits of a inverter generator over conventional generators

  • Size and Weight - Inverter generators are much smaller and more compact than most other model generators, sometimes weighing up to 50% less.
  • Pure Sine Wave - Inverter generators provide a output of clean pure power that has no surges and spikes that conventional model generators can which can damage appliances.
  • Very Quiet - Inverter generators are a lot quieter that your normal conventional generator because they do not need to run at full speed, they rev up automatically to the speed needed to produce the required power needed to run your appliance. The inverter generator range have sound proof casings, insulators and quiet mufflers which keeps any noise to a minimum.
  • Fuel Efficiency - A inverter generator allows the engine to automatically adjust the engine speed to only generate the power that is needed at any time, maximising the fuel efficiency while maintaining a perfect power supply.

Of course inverter generators come in a range of different sizes, there is the smaller 1000 watt models which are ideal for the weekend camping trip and are capable of running bar fridges, lights, mobile phones, laptops, battery charging.

The most popular size in the inverter generator range would be around the 2000 watts to 3000 watts size, as this is the most required size needed for caravans, mobile homes etc when larger appliances are needed such as air conditioners, microwaves, kettles etc. Tradies also favour this size as it can run most small power tools.

                                                                                  

The larger size inverter generator range (4000 watts to 7000 watts) are the perfect size for home or business back up, as they are capable of running multiple appliances / tools at the same time, while still providing a pure sine wave.

Correct sizing of a inverter generator is very important, quick steps to ensure you buy the right size are :-

  • Identify the appliances/ tools you intend to operate with your inverter generator
  • Determine the power requirement for each product (allow for any starting loads if applicable)
  • Total up the wattage for the products which may be potentially operated simultaneously
  • Choose a inverter generator model with a rated output of at least four total, plus around 10% contingency

Once you have determined what size inverter generator is needed please view our full range of inverter generators here :- https://generatorstore.com.au/top-categories/inverter-generators/

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