I've seen several smaller gas powered generators advertised lately. I'm talking about 800 watts to 1200 watts. Some are described as generator/inverters.
My understanding is that a real generator usually puts out fairly clean sine wave voltage.
I'm wondering if these smaller generator/inverters tend to be true sine wave or the less expensive modified sine wave? I already have a couple of modified sine wave inverters. They don't play so nice with some appliances and electronics. I've been considering a small portable generator that would provide a better quality power. True sine wave inverters are cheaper than they used to be. But they are still way more expensive than the modified sine wave models.
Has anyone here used some of these generator/inverters?
As an example, Harbor Freight has an 800 watt model on sale for around $100. It is described as a generator/inverter.
Thanks in advance for any input or responses.
Bach On
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My understanding is that a real generator usually puts out fairly clean sine wave voltage.
I'm wondering if these smaller generator/inverters tend to be true sine wave or the less expensive modified sine wave? I already have a couple of modified sine wave inverters. They don't play so nice with some appliances and electronics. I've been considering a small portable generator that would provide a better quality power. True sine wave inverters are cheaper than they used to be. But they are still way more expensive than the modified sine wave models.
Has anyone here used some of these generator/inverters?
As an example, Harbor Freight has an 800 watt model on sale for around $100. It is described as a generator/inverter.
Thanks in advance for any input or responses.
Bach On
.