Confusion with Honda Generators
Hello, Please my questions are specific and I really don't want to start a discussion on which generator is best. Those discussions always get nasty and really don't help anyone. I have some que...
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dpgllg wrote:SoundGuy wrote:bgum wrote:
If you need say 25 amps and you parallel two base 2200 units you are out of luck. Their circuit is only good to 20 amps. Where companion circuit is good for 30 amps when parallel. It costs you more but gives you more abilities.
Not really - just DIY your own parallel box with a TT-30 receptacle. Here's one example. JMO, but my own choice would be 2 identical standard EU2200i gensets rather than 1 standard & 1 Companion.
OP Here,
Due to disabilities and health issues I didn't Want to get into making my own cable, I went out to eBay and found this:
Parallel cable with RV Adapter
Would this work connected to two Honda 2200I generators?
Thanks!
Dave
That should work, but it's a bit pricey. I think the breaker is overkill with two Honda 2200's. My two 2000's make 26.6 amps continuous. The 2200's are rated at 30 amps for two. They have electronic overload protection built in. The advantage of the Companion is the 30 amp plug built in, but yes you still need parallel cables and the twist to RV adapter. So, you just need to decide what is best for you. The Companion will work by itself just fine and if you need more plugs out you can always use a plug strip.
