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Different Between Inverter & Regular Generators

There are many mechanical differences between inverter generators and regular generators. These mechanical differences lead to secondary differences. These two types of generators do not run in the same way because they are not designed in the same way. In this post, we will focus on the main differences.

Current

This is the main difference between these two types of generators. While inverter generators produce both AC and DC electricity, conventional generators produce only one type of electricity: AC.

Inverter generators are considered clean sources of electricity, and in that sense they are unique. It is safe because harmonic distortion is minimal. Due to the stable sine wave inverter generators are safer for devices such as laptops, tablets and mobile phones.

There is more harmonic distortion in a conventional generator mainly because the sine wave is messy. This type of current is less safe for sensitive personal devices.

Power and fuel efficiency

When it comes to generating power, regular generators are better than inverter generators, because the former can produce more power. Factors such as the consumption of fuel and the mechanical differences also determine it.

And when it comes to energy efficiency, inverter generators are better, because these generators can finally produce AC current. Inverter generators are designed in such a way that the engine can adjust to the load. An inverter generator may require a smaller fuel tank, thanks to the greater fuel efficiency. Because of this, a 3000 watt inverter generator is an incredibly popular thing to have, and can be used for everything from RVing to tailgating.

A conventional generator requires a larger fuel tank, but the power output is also larger. While an inverter generator can produce 1200-4000 watts, a conventional one can produce over 10000 watts.

Portability

Conventional generators are not as easily portable as inverter generators. And it can determine the production of power. With a large fuel tank, a conventional generator can produce more power. But it makes the generator is less easily portable. If the task is quick, you will not find it very easy to move the generator.

On the other hand, with a smaller fuel tank, an inverter generator is easily portable. Although inverter generators produce less power, they are easily portable. An inverter generator usually weighs less than 100 pounds.

Noise

Conventional generators usually make a lot of noise, due to their size and mechanism. On the other hand, inverter generators are designed in such a way that they can run quietly. The noise is removed because these generators run at 3600 rpm, steadily.

If you read the product description, you will know how much noise the particular generator will make. The amount of noise is usually given in decibels.

Inverter generators usually produce 50-60 decibels of noise. On the other hand, conventional generators produce 60-65 decibels of noise.

Apart from these differences, there are some other minor differences between inverter generators and regular generators. They differ in parallel connections, emissions and price.

If you are going to use the generator occasionally, an inverter generator is more suitable for you. You will find it easy to move and run. But if you are going to use the generator as a backup generator for your home, a regular generator is a better choice for you.