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What is the difference between rated watts and maximum (surge) watts?

April 26, 2017difference maximum rated surge watts

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What is the difference between rated watts and maximum (surge) watts?

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Rated watts describe the amount of power the portable generator can produce continuously. Maximum wattage is the power that the generator can produce for short periods of time. Motor starting is a good example of maximum wattage requirements.