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Which Generator?

How do I decide which Generator to buy?
Buying the right generator can seem like a formidable task. But in just a few easy steps, you can effectively decide which Generator is right for you:

1. Identify the tools and appliances that you will power from the Generator.
2. Determine the required power for each item
3. Total the required amount of watts required to power the items simultaneously. (Allowing for motor starting).
4. Choose a Generator that has rated watts that meets or exceeds this total.

APPLIANCE	WATTS	APPLIANCE	WATTS
Light Bulb	100	Lawnmower	1000
Palm Sander	175	5" Circular Saw	1000
Slow Cooker	200	Router	1000
Radio/HiFi	200	Belt Sander	1020
Colour TV	250	Vacuum Cleaner	1100
VDU	300	Coffee Maker	1200
Strimmer 10"	350	Cement Mixer*	1320
Printer	350	Chain saw 10-16"	1500
Jig Saw	400	600W Microwave	1500
Bench Grinder	400	Portable Heater	1500
Computer	400	Hot Air Gun	1500
13mm Drill	450	Photocopier	1600
Orbital Sander	450	8" Floor Sander	2000
Hedge Trimmer	500	Compressor*	2200
Flood Lamp	500	12" Grinder	2500
4" Angle Grinder	550	Hammer Drill	2500
1/3 HP Sprayer	600	Kettle	2500
Telefax	600	Fan Heater	3000
13mm Drill	600	Hammer/Breaker	3000
Deep Freeze*	700	1HP Pressure Washer	3500
Fridge*	700	Arc Welder-130A	3500
Planer	700	Washing Machine	4000
5" Angle Grinder	750
Hairdryer	1000

*MOTOR STARTING

Motor Starting is an important consideration when buying a Generator. Keep in mind that induction-type motors, like those that run sump pumps, refridgerators and compressors typically require 2-3 times their listed running watts to start.Below is a chart you can use to determine how many watts you will need to start up motors of various sizes and types.

Note: power tools using universal commutator motors do not require additional startup power

Motor Size (HP)	Running Watts	Starting Watts
1/8	275	850
1/6	275	850
1/4	400	1050
1/3	450	1350
1/2	600	1800
3/4	850	2600
1	1100	3300

* See Motor Starting
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