The WEN DF480iX is a portable dual fuel inverter generator that runs on gasoline or propane. On gasoline it produces 4800 surge watts and 4000 rated watts. On propane it produces 4320 surge watts and 3600 rated watts. A tool-free quick-connector attaches a propane tank.
It is designed to mirror a pure sine wave. Total harmonic distortion is under 0.3 percent at no load and under 1.2 percent at full load, so it can run laptops, cellphones, monitors, tablets and other sensitive electronics. Its 224cc engine runs at 62 decibels at quarter load.
The keyless electric start works at the press of a button, with a recoil starter as backup. The WEN Watchdog CO Shutdown Sensor automatically turns the generator off if dangerous levels of carbon monoxide are detected. Fuel shutoff stops the fuel flow and lets the generator use up the fuel left in the carburetor before it shuts down. This helps prevent build-up and blockages from stagnant fuel. Built-in wheels and a telescoping handle make it easy to move.
- Gas power
- 4800 surge watts, 4000 rated watts
- Propane power
- 4320 surge watts, 3600 rated watts
- Engine
- 224cc
- Noise level
- 62 dB at quarter load
- Fuel tank
- 1.9 gallons
- Run time
- Up to 7 hours at half load on gasoline; up to 12 hours at half load on a 20-pound LPG tank
- Starting
- Keyless electric start with recoil starter backup
- Outlets
- 4 x 120V NEMA 5-20R three-prong, 1 x 120V TT-30R RV, 1 x 12V DC, 2 x 5V USB
- Harmonic distortion
- Under 0.3% at no load, under 1.2% at full load
- Safety features