question about parallel generators

BFL13 wrote:
"Running speed" is assumed to mean "continuous watts". So the 2300w gen does 1800w.

In ads for paralleling, they say it will double the output, but this is false. Two of those will not do 2 x 1800 = 3600. However, two of those might still be enough to run your air conditioner. Needs more info on the A/C's draw.

EG, a B&S "P2200" gen is rated at 1700w continuous. Paralleling those gets you maximum output of:

two P2200s = 3000 watts (not twice 1700 notice!)
one P2200 and one P3000= 3000w (which is more than the 3000's cont.)
two P3000s = 4800 watts

So you see how that works. It has much to do with the actual ratings of the receptacles on the "parallel kit". Each generator brand has its own versions of those and they vary.

In the table above, you see that the 2200 and 3000 combo is limited to 3000 same as for two 2200s. This is because you have to use the parallel kit that has the connections that fit the smaller gen parallel plug-ins. Same with odd size combos of other brands like Champion.

OK, now I want to know. Could you explain a little more on how do you loose power when in parallel? I have combined in parallel different sizes and brands and have not experienced that loss, but maybe I did not check in depth. I do know that the power consumption gets ditributed according to capacity. If I connect a 2200 with a 3500 the load will not distribute evenly, it will distribute according to the capacity.