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I own a tiny RV and needed a new generator to run the 5000 BTU air conditioner. The Powermate PM2000i seemed to fit my needs and at a price that fit my wallet. Portable gas generators have been around for over 100 years. These generators create electrical power from the rotating shaft of the gasoline engine. In order to generate alternating current that is like the power like the outlet in your house, the gas engine has to run at a constant 3600 RPM. The gas engine had to run that fast even if there was no electrical load plugged into the generator. That alone makes this type of generator inherently inefficient, and loud. Then about 25 years ago, a new type of gas generator was introduced; the “inverter” generator. Instead of running at high speed, this new generator would vary in speed depending on how much power it was asked to produce. The secret was to allow the gas engine to be coupled to a DC generator like in your car. Then an electronic inverter would use that DC (direct current) power and electronically produce the 60 Hz, 120v AC power that we all want from our portable generators. Over the years, higher wattage, quieter operation and better quality units have become available. Also, the price has continued to come down. The Powermate PM2000i has all the features that I wanted (USB port, 12VDC output, and idiot lights). Within an hour of signing for the delivery, I had it filled with oil and put a little bit of gas in it. It pulls easy, starts fast, runs quiet and most importantly; it easily powers the air conditioner in my RV. Now I am ready for the Black Rock Desert! See you at Burning Man!Read full review
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I bought this generator it ran like a champ all after hurricane Irma beat up on my area in FL. so I bought a second one because I liked it so much. If your budget won't afford a Honda I understand but this is a phenomenal generator not only did it run my icemaker refrigerator I was able to plug it in and power my sideload clothes wash machine and my clothes came out dry like regular power, on the other side would highly recommend this generator. and you can parallel it !!
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Compact and easy to handle. The price was right, and it replaced another powermate I had for 20 years that finally gave up. This one is much quieter than the old one. It is a little bit louder than the Honda 2000, but not enough to pay 600 more dollars for the Honda. It seems to run everything I have tried so far. It won't run most ac units, but what 2000 watt generator will? It starts with ease first or second pull. It started first pull right out of the box after filling all the liquids. I think I will be happy with this as long as it gives me the service the old one did. I have to say I am impressed so far. But time will tell. Don't be afraid to purchase one of these.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
We used this generator for the first time boondocking with our Rv, and it is awesome. It is just soft background noise, even at a short distance from it. It runs everything but our A/C. I forgot it was running multiple times for hours due to its quiet nature. Great generator for the money!!!
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awesome buy,good price,reliable,low noise,5 star product!
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New