1. Comparison of the advantages and disadvantages of traditional generators and inverter generators

1.1 Product upfront cost

Traditional generators compared to inverter generator internal structure is simple, not very complex electronic components, and traditional generators after decades of development, the technology has been quite mature, which leads to the same output power generator, traditional generators will be cheaper than inverter generators on a lot.

According to the current market price, small traditional fuel generators in the purchase cost of 200 $ to 1200 U.S. dollars, and small inverter generator purchase cost of 1000 $ to 8000 $ ranging from large commercial generator gap is even more enormous. As you can see, you need to carefully consider the upfront cost of both types of generators.

1.2 Adaptability

Conventional generators utilize the principle of electromagnetic induction, when the rotor rotates in the stator, the rotor generates alternating current. Traditional generators belong to is synchronous generators, that is, the output frequency and output voltage of this generator can not be changed.

Inverter generators on the basis of the increase in the frequency converter (frequency converter consists of rectifiers, filters and inverters), so that it can be synchronous or asynchronous, that is, you can freely adjust the output frequency and output voltage, but also to achieve my alternating current and direct current conversion between.

Based on the characteristics of these two kinds of generators, the traditional generator can only be connected with the appropriate equipment, generally used in factories to generate electricity, while inverter generators are widely used in various places, but also applicable to those on the quality of electricity and the output frequency of the special requirements of the occasions, such as precision manufacturing, frequency conversion speed control drive and ship power system.

1.3 Output power

Under normal circumstances, the rated power of the traditional generator will be greater than the inverter generator, according to relevant data, the output power of the traditional generator can reach 5000watt or even higher, while the inverter generator focuses on the quality of power, and generally can’t provide a larger output power. So, you if you need higher output power, especially for industry, construction and large farms, in these cases, it is better to choose traditional generators.

1.4 In terms of noise level

Conventional generator noise comes from the mechanical movement inside the engine and generator, according to relevant data, the noise level of conventional generators under full load working condition is between 70 and 100dB, which will seriously interfere with the normal activities of people, so it is not suitable for use in residential areas.

The noise of inverter generator mainly comes from the frequency converter and motor, the noise generated by the electronic components in the frequency converter is very small, and through the regulation of the frequency converter, the motor will run at optimal efficiency, which makes the motor due to the vibration of the noise generated by the motor is greatly reduced, according to the relevant data show that the noise level of inverter generator is between 50 and 70dB, which is much lower than the traditional generator.

1.5 Portability

Manufacturers in order to make the generator more flexible, so the inverter generator materials will generally do lightweight processing, and the internal structure of the motor to do optimization, so you can greatly reduce the weight of the inverter generator, while the traditional generator is generally used in the industry, so basically very little to make this aspect of the processing.

On the current market common small generators, inverter generators generally weigh about 40 pounds, while the weight of traditional generators will be as high as a few hundred pounds, and traditional generators may be several times the size of the inverter generator, which makes the inverter generator compared to the traditional generator easier to carry and transport.

1.6 Maintenance Costs

Conventional generators work with more violent internal reactions, and internal parts are easily damaged, which also leads to the need for very careful inspections related to the coolant, radiator, fuel lines, and exhaust pipes of conventional generators, and the need for a higher frequency of inspections. Moreover, the oil of the traditional generator needs to be replaced periodically, which will generate a considerable amount of costs, all of the above situations make the traditional generator later maintenance costs greatly increased.

And inverter generator due to the inverter has the function of automatic shutdown, the face of abnormal conditions can reduce the damage of the internal components of the generator, and inverter generator internal operation parts are less, so inverter generator later basically do not need specialized maintenance, and thus the maintenance cost is also greatly reduced.

1.7 Durability

Traditional generators do not involve too many precision electronic components, less affected by the external environment, which makes it in a more adverse environment can also work normally, and inverter generator many electronic components are susceptible to moisture, sand and ultraviolet radiation, so inverter generator durability is not as good as traditional generators.

2. How to choose a generator

It depends on the specific situation. Take the solar generator as an example, the solar generator belongs to the inverter generator, in the solar energy system, the inverter in the solar generator can regulate the output power in order to ensure the power supply of the equipment in your home, and the inverter can be quickly cut off in the face of emergency situations, in order to ensure the safety of your life and property. As you can see, choosing the right generator is very important.

3. Summary

Conventional generators and inverter generators have their own characteristics, by knowing more about these two types of generators, you can choose the right one and they will be a great help to you, of course, if you can’t make up your mind, you can consult the generator manufacturer, and they will suggest the exact solution according to your problem.