Inverter Generator VS Regular Generator
I am considering purchasing a portable generator for our extended dry camping trips. I plan on getting a solar panel set up eventually, but for now I am looking at generators. I know that if I intend ...
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There are some interesting misconceptions here.
The 120v only version of the Champion has a pretty clean sine wave, it runs at 68 db, 3 db louder than the Honda Handi/ Champion 3100i under load and closer to a pair of 2000w running a A/C. A sound tent will reduce the db to 65.
That said, I own one and would never consider running it in a dry campground. It's simply too loud as are all generators in my opinion. I would buy the quietest thing I could find if I knew I was going to have to. It is also a thirsty beast while running the A/C, more that a few hours mid day and I'd want hook ups.
The 120v only version of the Champion has a pretty clean sine wave, it runs at 68 db, 3 db louder than the Honda Handi/ Champion 3100i under load and closer to a pair of 2000w running a A/C. A sound tent will reduce the db to 65.
That said, I own one and would never consider running it in a dry campground. It's simply too loud as are all generators in my opinion. I would buy the quietest thing I could find if I knew I was going to have to. It is also a thirsty beast while running the A/C, more that a few hours mid day and I'd want hook ups.
