3 tips for choosing the best 2000-watt generator

Generator purchases can sometimes be a reasonably complicated process to manage. There are too many questions that you will need to answer first to understand your own power requirements, plus, there is the laundry list of jargon-y terms that will be thrown your way by sellers trying to showcase their products. With so many factors affecting your decision, it can be tough to make the right choice. That is why this article has been created – to help you make sense of what is available in the marker and provide you with clear pointers on how you can manage this purchase with ease. Here are three factors that you should consider before choosing the best 2000-watt generator for your requirements:

Type and number of generator plugs

Most 2000-watt generators are designed for portable use and may only have 12 voltage outlets designed for trickle charging a flat vehicle battery for example. If your power requirements involve using 240-volt appliances, you will need to choose a generator that has suitable plugs available to power your small appliances. The number of plugs on the console is also an important matter to consider. You should have enough to cater to the number of connections you wish to establish for power use.

Automatic voltage regulation

One of the biggest issues with conventional generators is their imperfect power output. With many factors affecting the power generated by the device, outputs are subjected to spikes and dips that may end up harming the appliance you plan on running with it. To avoid such issues, it is important that you select a 2000-watt generator that offers automatic voltage regulation or inverter capabilities along with optimum rated power to ensure safe and efficient use, even with delicate devices like a laptop computer or your smartphone.

Additional features to look for

Since you have already elected to buy a 2000-watt generator, let’s assume that your power needs are already covered with the device. You should, therefore, look into certain additional features and facilities that come bundled with your device for enhanced usage convenience. These include:

• Built-in safety features like automatic shutdown when the device overheats or loses oil pressure.

• Reliable and efficient mufflers and soundproofing encasing to reduce noise being generated by the device.

• Large enough fuel tank in accordance with your requirements.

• Adherence to local emission regulations

• Option to switch to alternative power options (12 volt to 240 volt)

• Reliable enclosures that will provide sufficient protection to the device when it is in use.

Just follow these factors when trying to buy a 2000-watt generator for your power needs. Especially when using a portable device, make sure you pick a generator that is light weight, easy to carry around and store in your car or camping van. Hope these basic pointers will help you in making the right product choice – all the best!

Steve Reynolds, Power Product Expert at My Generator is a small engine specialist with particular expertise in Generators, Water Pumps,