CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

DuroStar DS12000EH VS. Firman H03652

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Winner:

Firman H03652

Reasons to buy Firman H03652:

  • button icon Long run time of 14 hours
  • button icon Dual fuel generator
  • button icon Features a low oil shut off and indicator
  • button icon Has a multi featured control panel
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DuroStar DS12000EH

Reasons to buy DuroStar DS12000EH :

  • button icon It has Idle control which Lowers the RPMs of the generator when it’s not in use which saves fuel
  • button icon Has a powerful durostart engine which is powered by 18HP and 457cc
  • button icon Has a quiet muffler which reduces engine noise.
  • button icon Has plenty of power with 12000 starting watts and 9500 running watts
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Firman H03652

  • RV Ready
  • Run Time on Full Tank
  • Voltmeter
DESIGN:
DRAW :
SAFETY:
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CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
Firman H03652

Reasons why we like it:

  • RV Ready
  • Run Time on Full Tank
  • Voltmeter
  • Handle style
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COMPARISON – DuroStar DS12000EH VS. Firman H03652

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is portable

Yes

It is a portable generator to transport around

Starting Watts

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

12,000 watts

Yes

4550 starting watts for gas and 4100 starting watts for propane

Running Stats

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

9500 watts

Yes

3650 running watts for gas and 3300 running watts for propane

RV Ready

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
No

Yes

RV ready with its multi feature control panel and covered outlets

Gas Powered

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is powered by gas

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
No

Yes

Runs for 14 hours

Recoil Start

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is optional

Yes

Can be recoil started

Electric Start

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is optional

Yes

Features a user friendly electric start

Dual Fuel

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It uses dual fuel which gives you the Freedom and flexibility of fuel choice.

Yes

Gasoline or propane fuel – provides flexibility

FUEL TYPE

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

Gasoline / propane

Yes

Gas and propane – with an extended 5 foot propane hose

AMPERAGE

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

39.6A / 79.2A

Yes

N/A

VOLTAGE

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

Yes

120 Voltage

FREQUENCY

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hz

HORSEPOWER

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

18 HP

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

Yes

208 cc dual fuel engine

ENGINE SPEED

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

3600RPM

Yes

N/A

CARB Compliant

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is CARB complaint

Yes

This portable generator is CARB compliant.

CSA Certified

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
No

No

EPA Certified

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is EPA approved

No

Cold Start Technology

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is designed with cold start technology for quick start in cold weather

No

Easy to Start

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is easy to start since it is equipped with electric start and recoil start options

Yes

No need of using a lot of effort to start generator

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

8.3 gallons

Yes

Contains 5 gallon tank capacity combined with fuel gauge

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

4 gallons

Yes

About 20 lb propane cylinder capacity

Runtime (Gasoline)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

8.83 hours

Yes

Spends 14 hours on a 1/2 gasoline load

Runtime (Propane)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

7.2 hours

Yes

Takes up to 11 hours on a 1/2 load

Low Oil Shut-Off

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

Has a low oil shut off sensor which protects the engine from damage

Yes

Has a low oil shut off – saves engine from damage

Air Cooled

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is cooled by air

Yes

Engine runs air cool to prevent overheating

Engine Capacity

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

457cc

Yes

Max Pro Series 208cc Firman engine

Voltmeter

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
No

Yes

N/A

Noise Level (dBA)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

72DBA

Yes

67 dBA noise level

Multi-Purpose

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is multi-purpose since it can power up several tools at the same time

Yes

It’s a multipurpose engine – can be used at camps, homes, job sites and to provide emergency power

Heavy Duty

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is a heavy duty machine since it can power up high voltage equipment such as lights, sump pump, medical equipment and others

Yes

Built for heavy duty – lights up the place and powers up multiple appliances

Solar Generator

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
No

No

Framed for Durability

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is frame for durability

Yes

Tubular roll cage frame design – makes generator durable for a long time

Starting method

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

Electric / recoil method

Yes

Both electrical and recoil starting methods

Firman H03652

DESIGN:

Open Frame

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

Has an open frame

Yes

Open frame design

Outlets

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

(TWO) Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI,(ONE) 120V 30A (L5-30R),(ONE) 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) and (ONE) 120/240V 50A (14-50R)

Yes

(2) 5-20 R 20 A-120 V, (1) TT-30 R 30 A-120 V and (1) L5-30 R 30 A-120 V twist lock

Portable

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It is a portable dvice

Yes

Wheels and handle make it very portable

Weight

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

221 lbs

Yes

127.7 pounds

Wheel type

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

Solid- fill wheels

Yes

This generator has a 8 inch heavy duty wheel

Handle style

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
No

Yes

Built with as U-shaped padded handle - provides an ergonomic grip

Warranty

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

3 year residential limited factory warranty

Yes

3 years warranty on commercial use and 90 day warranty for residential use

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

30.00 x 30.00 x 26.00 inches

No

Included Accessories

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

12V Generator Battery, Generator Wheel Kit, Generator Tool Kit and the Owner's Manual

Yes

Comes with engine oil, 5.5 ft LPG regulator hose , funnel and assembly tool kit

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It has an oil warning light which lights indicating low oil level

Yes

Uses a 4 in one minder indicate low oil

Low oil shutdown

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It shuts down if the low oil warning light lights in order to protect the engine from damage

Yes

Will shut down automatically when battery is low

Noise Level

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

72 DBA

Yes

Features a whisper series muffler with 67 dBA – makes generator run quiet

CONCLUSION

Pros

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

Has a heavy duty frame with four points fully isolated motor mounts for smooth quiet operation. It is designed with dual Fuel Technology which allows you to run your generator on Propane or Gas. It has several accessories included Has a fully featured power panel

Yes

- Comes with a 4550 starting watts for gas and 4100 starting watts for propane - Contains a 5 gallon tank combined with a fuel gauge - 3650 running watts for gas and 3300 running watts for propane - Can provide clean fuel and efficient power - The multi feature control panel and covered outlets makes it always RV ready - Built with (2) 5-20 R 20 A-120 V, (1) TT-30 R 30 A-120 V and (1) L5-30 R 30 A-120 V twist lock - Heavy duty engine that can sort all you lighting needs and power different appliances - Uses a dual fuel system of both gas and propane - Features a tubular roll cage frame design for durability - Up to 3 years warranty on commercial use and 90 day warranty for residential use - Shuts down automatically once batter is low - Built with small dimensions to assist during storage - Includes engine oil, funnel and assembly tool kit and 5.5 ft LPG regulator hose - Easy to start without using much effort - Is EPA, CARB and cETL certified to be used in many countries - Portable and can easily be transported both indoors and outdoors - It has a volt lock automatic voltage regulator

Cons

DuroStar DS12000EH
Firman H03652
Yes

It has a low fuel efficiency It relatively has low run time Has no remote start It is heavy

Yes

- Not constructed with a cold start technology - Cannot use solar as fuel - The propane tank is not included

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Firman H03652 Check price here....

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