Kipor 700w inverter generator

I found some specs (assuming its the same unit). You get what you pay for I guess.

Rated frequency (Hz) 50 60
Rated voltage(V) 230 120/240
Rated current (A) 3.04 5.83/2.92
Rated speed(r/min) 6000
Rated output (kVA) 0.7
Max. output (kVA) 0.77
DC output N/A
Phase number Single
Current circuit breaker Without
Structural type Portable, silent
Fuel capacity(L) 1.55
Set fuel consumption(g/kW.h) <500
Continuous running time (hr) (rated output) 3.0
Noise level (zero load--full load) dB (A)/7m 60-65
Overall dimension(L×W×H)(mm) 415×220×360
Net weight(kg) 10.5
Starting system Recoil starter
Fuel type Automotive unlead gasoline
Lube oil type CD grade or SAE10W30, 15W40
Engine model KG140
Engine type Single cylinder, 4-stroke, air-cooled, OHC, gasoline engine
BoreXStroke 40×30
Displacement(ml) 37.68
Compression ratio 8.5:1
Rated power[kW(Hp)/(r/min) 1.0/6000
Ignition system T.C.I
Spark plug

UR5
Lowest fuel consumption(g/kW.h) 450

Kipor are primus generator, middle of range - not crap - I was told that 1kva min for camping , i have a primus fridge of few years works quite well .

(whilst not being up to par with the Japanese) like Honda etc made in china

Bought one yesterday, it seems to be a little louder than 1Kv Honda or Yamaha but at 60db rated is OK for noise. Does not have a 12v outlet.

I will only use it to charge camper trailer battery on cloudy days (when in an area where gennies are OK) - my 10amp charger needs only 288w, so ample power for that task.

Also, small size, low fuel use and light weight (10kg) a bonus. Has a "smart throttle".

Seems well made, and fired up easily first time - given price, Bunnings' policy of replacement and Kipor reputation for a reasonable product it is a low-risk purchase compared to the no-name items on e-bay.

So, seems the goods for what I need - lets see how it goes over time.

Here is a dumb question! With this type of generator do you just plug them into the 3 pin power inlet on a caravan or is some fitting involved?

Kevin

Here is a dumb question! With this type of generator do you just plug them into the 3 pin power inlet on a caravan or is some fitting involved?

Kevin

I've seen Kipor's (look about 1kW) in the back of firetrucks/SES vehicles so they can't be that bad.

"sine wave technology"? True or pure sine wave is what you need to find out. If either of these it will be OK for sensitive electrical equipment.

If it's modified sinewave - keep clear.

MH

Bought one of these over the weekend at Bunnings. Filled her up with oil and fuel, plugged into 2 fridges, Engel 40 and a Bushboy 55. Engel pulls about 2.0 amps and the Bushboy about 7. Ran both (from hot) on Eco throttle and ran for 7 hours on 1.5 litres of fuel. Juries still out on reliability, but will run both my fridges and a couple of LED spotlights no problems.