Pick your generator by matching power to your gear, accounting for start-up...

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Pick your generator by matching power to your gear, accounting for start-up surges. Use petrol for portability or diesel for long, heavy-duty runs. Grab a quiet inverter model for backyard events to keep the neighbours happy