DYLLU Generators: Gasoline, Diesel and Inverter from 800 W to 20 kW. How to Choose the Right Generator?
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A guide to choosing a DYLLU generator: calculate the loads, the difference between gasoline, diesel and inverter, and a table of models from 800 W to 20 kW.
The right generator starts with one question: what do you want to run on it? Lights and a fridge? Or a whole workshop? This guide helps you calculate the power and choose the type.
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1. Calculate the loads
- Add up the watts of all the appliances that will run at the same time.
- Appliances with a motor (fridge, pump, compressor) draw 2-3 times their power at start-up.
- Add a 20-25% reserve to the total.
| Use | Suggested power |
|---|---|
| Lights, charger, router and trips | 800 W |
| Home: lights + fridge + TV | 2.8-3.8 kW |
| A whole house or a shop | 5-5.5 kW |
| Workshop or job site | 7-9 kW |
| Large loads and projects | 13-20 kW |
2. Maximum or rated power?
Maximum power is what the generator delivers for a short time, and rated power is what it runs at continuously. Example: model DTGEAA10 has a maximum of 8.5 kW and a rated output of 7.5 kW. Calculate your loads against the rated power.
3. Gasoline, diesel or inverter?
| Gasoline | Diesel | Inverter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Lowest | Higher | Medium |
| Continuous running | Medium | Best | Good |
| Noise | Loud | Silent models available | Quietest |
| Electronic devices | Normal | Normal | Pure sine wave, the safest |
| Best for | Emergencies and occasional use | Shops and projects running long hours | Homes, computers and sensitive devices |
Gasoline generators
Portable gasoline generator 800 W (DTGEAA01)
Maximum 0.8 kW, rated 0.65 kW, 63cc 2-stroke engine, recoil start. For trips and lighting.
Maximum 0.8 kW, rated 0.65 kW, 63cc 2-stroke engine, recoil start. For trips and lighting.
Gasoline generator 2800 W (DTGEAA05)
Maximum 2.8 kW, rated 2.5 kW, 212cc 4-stroke OHV engine.
Maximum 2.8 kW, rated 2.5 kW, 212cc 4-stroke OHV engine.
Gasoline generator 5500 W (DTGEAA08)
Maximum 5.5 kW, rated 5.0 kW, 420cc, recoil + electric start.
Maximum 5.5 kW, rated 5.0 kW, 420cc, recoil + electric start.
Gasoline generator 8500 W (DTGEAA10)
Maximum 8.5 kW, rated 7.5 kW, 460cc, recoil + electric start.
Maximum 8.5 kW, rated 7.5 kW, 460cc, recoil + electric start.
Also available: gasoline generator 3000 W (DTGEAA06D), gasoline generator with switch 2800 W (DTGEAA05D), gasoline generator 7000 W with switch (DTGEAA096), gasoline generator 9000 W (DTGEAA116), gasoline generator 13 kW (DTGEAA15V), gasoline generator 20 kW (DTGEAA20V).
Inverter generators
Gasoline inverter generator 5500 W (DTGEAB08)
Maximum 5.5 kW, rated 5.0 kW, pure sine wave, digital meter, 12 V output and 2 USB ports.
Maximum 5.5 kW, rated 5.0 kW, pure sine wave, digital meter, 12 V output and 2 USB ports.
Inverter generator 7500 W (DTGEAB11)
Pure sine wave inverter with quiet running for larger loads.
Pure sine wave inverter with quiet running for larger loads.
Inverter generator 1000 W with welding machine (DTGEAW160)
An inverter generator with a built-in welding machine, for welding on sites without power.
An inverter generator with a built-in welding machine, for welding on sites without power.
Also the gasoline inverter generator 3800 W (DTGEAB06).
Diesel generators
Silent diesel generator 5000 W (DTDG2A50)
Maximum 5.0 kW, rated 4.5 kW, 9 HP 418cc diesel, electric start, silent.
Maximum 5.0 kW, rated 4.5 kW, 9 HP 418cc diesel, electric start, silent.
Silent generator with panel, 7000 W ATS (DTDG2A90-1)
7000 W silent diesel with an ATS panel for automatic switching when the mains power fails.
7000 W silent diesel with an ATS panel for automatic switching when the mains power fails.
Also the diesel generator 5000 W (DTDG1A50) and the silent diesel generator 7000 W (DTDG2A90-1).
Safety and maintenance tips
- Run the generator in an open place away from windows; the exhaust is dangerous.
- Do not refuel while the generator is running or hot.
- Change the oil after the first 20 hours of running, then according to the model's manual.
- Run it for 15 minutes every month if it is in storage.
- For homes, use a transfer switch or panel so power does not feed back into the grid.
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