Buy a portable generator to be ready for an emergency at home or for going off the grid. What can a portable power generator do for you? These devices are ideal for maintaining your electronic devices’ functionality during a loss of home power. They are helpful for organizing outdoor events like graduations and tailgate parties. You can safely operate most or even all of your necessary electronics using the up to 10 outlets provided by each generator.
Which portable generator is the best will depend on the features you desire and how you intend to use it. At Lowe’s, we carry generators from several popular brands. We provide Generac portable generators as an illustration, which have a variety of features like wheels for simple mobility and extension cords for connecting to other machines or devices. Easy-to-use generators can be perfect for supplying power to construction sites and even campsites. Turning the machine on is easy with pull, electric, and wireless remote startups.
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A portable generator can run on a variety of fuels, including natural gas, propane, gas, and diesel. Choosing the best fuel depends on your needs. Natural gas is widely accessible and is most frequently used in home generators. Propane burns cleanly and can be stored for long stretches. Gas is a readily available fuel source, but if you need to run a generator for extended periods of time, it can be expensive. Diesel is primarily used in industry, but it is still a great option for portable generators and is safer because it is not flammable.
A portable generator’s size is determined by the emergency supplies you want to power. You can power more devices simultaneously the more watts the generator produces. For each item you want to power, add its running watts. Add the starting watts from the one device with the highest number to the running watts. This figure represents the overall wattage required to operate a generator.