The WEN DF280iX is a dual fuel inverter generator that runs on gasoline or propane. On gasoline it produces 2800 surge watts and 2250 rated watts. On propane it produces 2800 surge watts and 2000 rated watts.
Its inverter design mirrors a pure sine wave. Total harmonic distortion stays under 0.3 percent at no load and under 1.2 percent at full load, so the power is suitable for laptops, cellphones, monitors, tablets and other sensitive electronics. The 98cc engine runs at 60 decibels at no load.
The WEN Watchdog CO Shutdown Sensor turns the generator off automatically if it detects dangerous levels of carbon monoxide. Low-oil and low-fuel automatic shutdown, built-in overload protection and indicator lights also protect the generator and connected devices. Fuel shutoff stops the flow of fuel so the engine uses up the fuel left in the carburetor before it shuts down. An eco-mode switch lets the engine adjust its fuel consumption as items are plugged in or unplugged.
- Fuel type
- Dual fuel: gasoline or propane (LPG)
- Gasoline power
- 2800 surge watts, 2250 rated watts
- Propane power
- 2800 surge watts, 2000 rated watts
- Engine
- 98cc
- Noise level
- 60 decibels at no load
- Harmonic distortion
- Under 0.3% at no load, under 1.2% at full load
- Outlets
- 2 x 120V three-prong NEMA 5-20R, 1 x 12V DC, 2 x 5V USB
- Fuel tank
- 1.58 gallons
- Run time
- Up to 9 hours at half load on gasoline; 13.9 hours at half load on a 20-pound LPG tank
- Weight
- 45 pounds
- Safety features