Generators By Type
Open-Frame Generators
Portable and reliable, open-frame generators are versatile power sources ideal for camping, tailgating, and outdoor events.
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Generators by Wattage
Generator Accessories
Choosing the right size generator
STARTING WATTS: Add the highest SINGLE Starting Watts to the Total Running Watts.
Example: Add up your Running Watts: Furnace: 600 + Lamp: 100 + Refrigerator: 700 Total Running Watts= 1400.
To your total Running Watts of 1400, add the highest single Starting Watts, in this case it's the Refrigerator: 2200 for a total of 3600.
| Power Rating | Tool or Appliance | Running Watts | Starting Watts |
| 1200 - 1800 | Blender | 300 | 650 |
| Coffee Maker | 1500 | ||
| Drill | 600 | 900 | |
| Fan | 200 | ||
| Furnace 1/4 hp | 600 | 1000 | |
| Hand Sander | 600 | 1200 | |
| Hedge Trimmer | 450 | 1200 | |
| Lamp | 100 | ||
| Laptop | 800 | ||
| LED/LCD TV | 150 | ||
| Microwave | 1000 | ||
| Modem/Router | 20 | ||
| Radio | 100 | ||
| Slow Cooker | 200 | 200 | |
| Sump Pump 1/3 hp | 800 | 1300 | |
| Work Light | 1000 | ||
| 2800 - 3800 | Belt Sander | 1200 | 2400 |
| Chainsaw | 1200 | 2400 | |
| Circular Saw | 1200 | 2000 | |
| Edger | 950 | 2400 | |
| Electric Grill | 1650 | ||
| Lawn Mower | 1200 | 2400 | |
| Pressure Washer | 1200 | 2400 | |
| Refrigerator | 700 | 2200 | |
| Washing Machine | 1150 | 2250 | |
| Well Pump | 1000 | 2800 | |
| Window AC 13k BTU | 1800 | 2800 | |
| 5500 - 12,000 | Air Compressor 1 hp | 1600 | 4500 |
| Central AC 3 ton | 5400 | 7200 | |
| Electric Dryer | 5400 | 6750 | |
| Heat Pump 3 ton | 3400 | 6500 | |
| Water Heater | 4000 | ||
| Chart is for reference only, please check your devices for ACTUAL wattage requirements. | |||
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Brands we carry
Honda Generators
With legendary durability, low emissions, and fuel efficiency, choose Honda for top-quality, dependable power. Available in select stores.
Cummins Generators
Reliable power for your work, home, and life, depend on Cummins to provide robust, flexible, and fully integrated power on demand or full-time.
Generac Generators
Generac pioneered the home backup generator category with permanently installed units that run on natural gas or propane, functioning like an external central air conditioning unit to automatically protect your entire home or essential appliances.
Champion Generators
From 1,200 watts to 12,000 watts, Champion has the perfect portable power solution to fit your needs. For your RV, home, projects and more, count on Champion to power your world.
Black Diamond Generators
Black Diamond offers user-friendly generators and inverters for versatile power in various applications, including on-site tools, RVs, camping, and emergencies—a reliable portable power solution.