The private sector, and especially country houses, often face power outages. Even when electricity is supplied, the network voltage may not meet the standards due to increased evening load. Therefore, most private homeowners install autonomous power supply using generators and mobile power plants.
How to determine which generator is best for a home , country house or country cottage? Let's consider the main operating parameters, types and functions of modern generating equipment with real examples that have received positive ratings from owners.
Rating of 4 kW gas generators
The generator is suitable for use on a construction site: a drill, a circular saw, and even a hammer drill will start without problems.
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Bison ZESB-4500
Rating: 5.0
- Max power, kW: 4.5
- Rated power at 220 V, kW: 4
- Starter: manual
- Fuel tank capacity, l: 25
Average price: RUB 36,280
Gasoline generator 4 kW. The high protection class allows the “gena” to be used outdoors and in bad weather. A full 25-liter gas tank provides electricity for 12 hours. The engine can be started manually, automatically or electrically. Equipped with three 12 V and two 220 sockets of 16 and 32 amps. The device will allow you to connect a powerful consumer: a welding machine or an electric motor.
The price is high for a reason: the quality is at a high level, and the equipment is not bad, although you will have to buy additional wheels.
Advantages:
- protection class 44;
- long operating time;
- there is an automatic start;
- noise level 75 dB;
- large (25 l) gas tank.
Flaws:
- high price;
- no wheels included.
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BIZON GB-6500
Rating: 4.9
- Max power, kW: 5.5
- Rated power at 220 V, kW: 4.5
- Starter: manual
- Fuel tank capacity, l: 25
Average price: RUB 26,199
Repairing the device is inconvenient: replacing the spark plug is difficult, and you can’t reach it with a regular key. The gas tank hole is located at the top center; in most models it is located on the side - anyone who has had a generator before will have to get used to this feature. The support legs included in the package are not designed for such a massive device and break easily. It can work without a break for up to 8 hours. Power 13 hp enough to perform professional tasks: operating a concrete mixer or large-sized welding machine.
The assembly and quality are not satisfactory, but the lack of a 24A power outlet will sadden the builders.
Advantages:
- high power;
- high-quality assembly;
- easy engine start;
- reliable wheels;
- stable operation under load.
Flaws:
- weak supports;
- design features complicate repairs;
- uncomfortable neck.
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Inforce IN5500 04-03-04
Rating: 4.7
- Max power, kW: 4.5
- Rated power at 220 V, kW: 4
- Starter: manual
- Fuel tank capacity, l: 25
Average price: RUB 29,990
The engine speed is 3000 per minute - less than that of the BIZON , and the power - 11 hp is similar to that of the Bison. Judging by the reviews, it is necessary to send it for preventative maintenance once every six months. The model makes a lot of noise, 74 dB, almost the same as the leader section. The owners complain that they have to work remotely. A 25-liter tank allows you to power electrical appliances, according to reviews, for 10 hours. Fuel consumption is 313 g/kWh – a good indicator. There are protection systems against short circuit and overload.
The generator is easily transported on the ground thanks to the wheels, but it is difficult to drag it into the car; an assistant is required.
Advantages:
- all-weather;
- sufficient power;
- long operating time;
- withstands loads;
- starts well.
Flaws:
- makes a lot of noise.
- requires periodic maintenance.
How to choose and what to look for when buying?
When choosing a gasoline generator for your home, first of all, it is important to pay attention to the main parameters that it has:
- Power . Devices up to 5 kilowatts are convenient for transportation and provide uninterrupted power supply for household and lighting devices. Generators up to 10 kilowatts are used in facilities with average electricity consumption: they are equipped with convenient wheels. Models with power up to 20 kW are designed to supply electricity to large facilities.
- Cooling type . There are air and water cooling. The first one is smaller in size and can be taken with you, for example, on hikes. Water-cooled devices are quite bulky.
- Service . Fuel-powered generators require preventive inspection every 3000 hours of operation. It is recommended to change the oil every 100 hours. It is worth purchasing the model of gasoline generator that has a guarantee for the replacement of the electrical part of the device, etc.
- Noise level . Generators with a noise level of up to 70 dB are still quite tolerable units. However, the higher the noise level, the more the device will not allow a person to rest.
Which company should you choose?
When choosing a gas generator, attention is also paid to the brand. Only trusted manufacturing companies produce truly high-quality devices that operate successfully for many years.
The best manufacturers of gasoline generators are considered to be Denzel, Huter, Hyundai, Fubag, PATRIOT, CHAMPION and ZUBR. It was these devices that were included in the rating.
The best 3 kW gasoline generators
The generator can easily handle turning on a vacuum cleaner and a heater at the same time; it can also handle a washing machine, but only a low-power one and only one.
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Bison ZESB-3500
Rating: 5.0
- Max power, kW: 3.5
- Rated power at 220 V, kW: 3
- Starter: manual
- Fuel tank capacity, l: 15
Average price: RUB 22,410
The rating of 3 kW gas generators opens with the Zubr ZESB-3500 model. Massive, weighs more than 47 kg without fuel. Buyers complain that the manufacturer is being cunning by indicating 5 years on the case: the warranty period does not exceed 12 months. The equipment is rich: there are keys, a set of supports and a cable with terminals for recharging the car battery. Overload protection is provided, the equipment operates uninterruptedly for a long time. The maximum power is 3.5 kW, but there is also an unpleasant aspect of such power - significant noise. The engine design is similar to models from Honda - it operates for 7.5 hours without interruption.
The generator will work well not only in capable hands: it will not be damaged by the owner even without technical knowledge.
Advantages:
- high-quality engine;
- high power;
- good assembly;
- good equipment;
- starts easily.
Flaws:
- they are cunning with characteristics;
- significant (47.6 kg) weight;
- makes a lot of noise.
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Huter DY4000LX
Rating: 4.9
- Max power, kW: 3.3
- Rated power at 220 V, kW: 3
- Starter: manual, electric
- Fuel tank capacity, l: 15
Average price: 20840 rub.
3 kW petrol generator for home. The proprietary Huter 170F engine produces 7 hp, delivering a rated current power of 3 kW. Construction equipment: a thicknesser and a vacuum cleaner can work for a long time with this model. Starting is carried out in two ways: with a cable or with a regulator on the body. The fuel tank is capacious, designed for 15 liters of gasoline. It is difficult to start in the cold: owners already experience difficulties at -2. There are a lot of complaints about the assembly: the throttle valve has a lot of play, the fuel valve is leaking. The documentation is sparse: there is no information about the components used and adjustments.
This generator is suitable for those who are technically savvy: it requires constant maintenance and repair.
Advantages:
- considerable power;
- large gas tank;
- two launch methods.
Flaws:
- mediocre build;
- does not work in cold weather;
- uninformative documentation;
- makes a lot of noise;
- wheels are missing.
The level of noise, vibration, dimensions and weight are affected by power - for a 5 kW device these characteristics will be greater than for a 2 kW gasoline generator. If sellers say that they differ only in price and performance, then these words cannot be trusted.
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Kronwerk KB 3500
Rating: 4.8
- Max power, kW: 3.5
- Rated power at 220 V, kW: 3
- Starter: manual
- Fuel tank capacity, l: 15
Average price: RUB 13,798
The cheapest gasoline generator for 3 kW. According to reviews from the owners, it produces the declared power: it can even provide energy to a welding machine. The control panel is equipped with a mechanical voltmeter for convenient visual monitoring of voltage. The specifications indicate the presence of a muffler, but the device is still noisy - 94 dB. Owners indicate that at low loads the device operates for about 10-15 hours. The device is assembled in China - you need to inspect it in the store, you may run into a faulty model.
Advantages:
- weight 38 kg;
- adequate power;
- works for a long time;
- Beautiful design;
- low price tag.
Flaws:
- high noise level;
- There are defective models.
Comparison of single-phase and three-phase models
All generator models are divided into single-phase and three-phase, from which it is necessary to select the most suitable one, taking into account the requirements for the electrical supply of the room. If you have an electrical system that runs on a standard 220 V network, it is better to purchase a single-phase generator. If there is a large amount of equipment with a power of 380 V, three-phase devices are purchased. The choice of a device according to this criterion should be approached as responsibly as possible, because the performance and duration of the generator’s operating cycle depend on the phase of the current.
Principle of operation
An electric generator is a device for generating electricity. It can be used to power electrical devices.
- An electric generator can power devices in a private home during a power outage.
- However, it can also be successfully used where it will be an independent source of electricity.
- Such places would be, for example, a garage, workshop, garden or construction site.
How is the rating formed? Why were these particular models included in the rating?
When creating the rating, we were guided by data from our installation service. Working closely with these generators, they chose the best in their classes. All generators have good components (steel camshafts, copper windings, sleeved motors). All generators in this rating can be safely purchased and installed; they will definitely not cause problems with the first start-up. Also, all generators on this list have good service support and spare parts (because of this, for example, Fubag generators are not on this list).
In the rating, we rank generators based on price-quality ratio. Also takes into account options and unique features (for example, the all-weather cover on the ZM7000SE model from Mitsui).
