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usually a 2500 watt generator is 2500 max 1250 watts constant, so if you could find a 1250 watt log splitter then yes, but it is hard to find such a wimpy log splitter, usually the 5 ton ones are at least 1500 watts, a 2500 max generator might be able to hold 1500 watts for a few seconds before it cut out, so it is possible, but a 4000 watt max generator (2000 watt steady) should be able to run a log splitter that takes up to 2000 watts without any hicups. by the time you bought both the generator and the electric splitter you could just buy a gas powered splitter instead.
An 8000 watt generator at regular house current 110v will supply 72 amps.
The sizing of the generator is dependant on the size of the electric motor driving the mixer.
Maybe that motor can turn the generator, but you won't get 2,500 watts out of it. 1 horsepower is only 746 watts. <<>> A one HP motor draws 16 amps on 115 volts and 8 amps on 230 volts. Using the formula W = A x V = 16 x 8 = 1840 watts. It shows that the motor will run on a 2500 watt generator. Where the problem might arise is getting the motor to start. Generally a motor takes 300% of its running current to start. 16 x 300% = 48 starting amps. Back to the first formula W = 48 x 115 = 5520 watts. The 2500 watt generator is just under half of the wattage needed to start the motor. Try the generator, one of three things will happen, one the generator will stall, two the generators breaker will trip or three the motor will run. Some generators have a temporary overload output built into them that will allow the above generator rating output for a certain amount of seconds. If your generator has this feature then the motor will probably start.
A 1500 watt generator will do fine.
usually a 2500 watt generator is 2500 max 1250 watts constant, so if you could find a 1250 watt log splitter then yes, but it is hard to find such a wimpy log splitter, usually the 5 ton ones are at least 1500 watts, a 2500 max generator might be able to hold 1500 watts for a few seconds before it cut out, so it is possible, but a 4000 watt max generator (2000 watt steady) should be able to run a log splitter that takes up to 2000 watts without any hicups. by the time you bought both the generator and the electric splitter you could just buy a gas powered splitter instead.
A 6000 watt generator will keep your small appliances running. A 20000 watt generator will keep all your home appliances running during power outages, like the refrigerator, dryer, washer, etc. Of course the higher the watt, the more expensive the generator, so it really depends how many outages you have in your area and how much money you are willing to invest.
A 1000 watt generator cannot run a 1500 watt ceramic heater without having problems.
No.
An 8000 watt generator at regular house current 110v will supply 72 amps.
Yes, you can use up to 25 amps on a 3,000 watt generator.
Sears carries a large selection of portable generators and depending on the purpose you may get a 1,000 watt generator for as low as 164.99. A 1,000 watt generator would be good for camping or light operation. If you need something with a little more power you can get a 2,000 watt for 269.99 and a 4,400 watt generator for 399.00.
None.
The sizing of the generator is dependant on the size of the electric motor driving the mixer.
Maybe that motor can turn the generator, but you won't get 2,500 watts out of it. 1 horsepower is only 746 watts. <<>> A one HP motor draws 16 amps on 115 volts and 8 amps on 230 volts. Using the formula W = A x V = 16 x 8 = 1840 watts. It shows that the motor will run on a 2500 watt generator. Where the problem might arise is getting the motor to start. Generally a motor takes 300% of its running current to start. 16 x 300% = 48 starting amps. Back to the first formula W = 48 x 115 = 5520 watts. The 2500 watt generator is just under half of the wattage needed to start the motor. Try the generator, one of three things will happen, one the generator will stall, two the generators breaker will trip or three the motor will run. Some generators have a temporary overload output built into them that will allow the above generator rating output for a certain amount of seconds. If your generator has this feature then the motor will probably start.
Most hair dryers are rated at least 800 watts to as much as 1875 watts. Given that, a 500 watt generator will NOT run a hair dryer. You would need at least a 2000 watt generator, just be be on the safe side.
You can compare online prices for a 10,000 watt generator on websites such as Amazon and eBay. You can also check out newspapers and sale advertisements.