Looking for the best trade generators? Here at MyGenerator, we've uncovered three generators packed with features and specs every tradie will love. But which one will prove itself as the best worker on a trade site?
It's tough powering up a trade site. The environment and workload is particularly demanding and full of potential dangers. You get bumped and knocked about, and are required to work for hours at a time without a break.
But there are three tradesman generators that take it all in their stride. Brought to market by some of the biggest names in power, Yamaha, Subaru Crommelins and the Honda powered Powerlite, these trade generators have everything any trade site could need. In this article, we look at petrol powered options - if you want to review the best diesel trade generators, you can click here.
Let's take a closer look:
1. Powerlite 8kVA
This generator has all the makings of a tradie's best mate. Powered by the world leading Honda GX390 petrol engine, the generator comes as standard, or in a WorkCover model, which includes earth leakage protection, weatherproof outlets and a robust rollover frame. It delivers a peak of 8000 watts and continuous output of 6800 watts - plenty for powering large and small tools around the job site. You can even add a long-range fuel tank to make it work even harder, as well as electric start option too.
Built in a robust fully welded frame complete with reinforced heavy duty anti-vibration mounts for smooth running. 8kVA tends to be the best all-purpose size on the job site, great for; welders, drop saws, concrete mixers and more. This model is the market's best seller for trade and agricultural uses.
Powerlite is one of Australia's leading manufacturer of generator sets; assembled in Australia, using leading engines from the likes of Honda and Yanmar so you can be sure the genset will deliver on reliability and quality. Backed by a full two year commercial warranty and national service support network.
2. Yamaha EF7200E
We can't help but love this Yamaha generator. Even though it doesn't have the WorkCover approval of many of the other trade brands, it is crammed with features that make it a solid choice for trade and farming applications.
This 6KVA petrol generator delivers a rated output of 5kVA and has a long-range fuel tank for a massive 11 hours of continuous power. Add this to the effortless electric start, handy fuel gauge and digital multi-function metre display and it's easy to see why the Yamaha EF7200E is also a popular choice for tradies and farmers alike. Also used for home backup power during blackouts and for events.
3. Crommelins 7.5kVA
Housed in a robust heavy-duty frame, the unit is powered by a world-class Subaru petrol engine, with a recoil start and brushless alternator for low maintenance power.
Like the Powerlite model, the WorkCover approved model features earth leakage protection and weatherproof outlets. It also includes other additional extras such as lifting bar, lifting handle and pneumatic wheels.
Again, this unit a great option for the agricultural, mining and construction industries. The only downside of this unit is its price. It sits in the more expensive bracket for trade generators, especially when compares to the Powerlite and Yamaha models above.
The Winner?
There is a reason why the Powerlite 8kVA is the best selling generator for tradesmen and farmers alike; it's as tough as teeth, priced very well for a premium product and comes with an expansive service network for support around the country. Tradies can also consider trade generator options from other top quality Australian brands including Dunlite, Gentech and Advanced Power; like Powerlite, each of these brands use premium quality engines and componentry to produce tough, reliable petrol and diesel generators for Australian work sites.
For more information on Work Cover Approved Trade Generators, check the range at My Generator. You can read more about Trade Generators in the following related articles:
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DISCLAIMER* Please note, this advice is general in nature and we strongly recommend consulting the product manual and where relevant, a professional installer.