A-iPower SUA15000EC - 12000/15000W Portable Generator With Electric Start
The A-iPower SUA15000EC is a powerful open frame generator with a rated wattage of 12,000 W and a starting wattage of 15,000 W. (Read full specs)
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Description
The A-iPower Energy Cube SUA15000EC provides 15,000 watts of starting power and 12,000 watts of running power. It’s ideal for commercial use or as backup power for your home during emergencies. Geared for performance, this generator is combined with an efficient high output maintenance-free brushless alternator, which delivers maximums starting power.
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In a few words, the A-iPower SUA15000EC is a powerful portable generator perfectly suited for professionals who want to ensure that a power failure will not prevent them from working..
The following sections will present you in detail its power characteristics, the different outlets it offers, its overall portability, and the extra features it benefits from.
Power & Run Time
The A-iPower SUA15000EC
The A-iPower SUA15000EC's design includes a gasoline-fueled 680 cc (24 hp) Senci V-Twin engine. With a 120/240V output, it gives a running wattage of 12,000W and also a peak wattage of 15,000W.
With a noise rating of 85 dBA (just slightly more noisy than an alarm clock), the generator's starting mechanism is centered around a straightforward and intuitive electric starter (battery included).
Equipped with a 8 gallons fuel tank, the SUA15000EC ensures continuous operation for around 7 hours at 50% load with a full tank (fuel usage approximately 1.14 gallons per hour).
With a <5% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), the SUA15000EC delivers a clean sine wave—essential for safeguarding your delicate electronics when plugged into its AC outlets.
Outlets
The control panel features the following 5 AC outlets:
Furthermore, it showcases 1 DC outlet: there's a 12V 8A (cigarette lighter style) receptacle allowing you to easily charge your batteries.
Though it may not be labeled as 'RV Ready,' this A-iPower generator offers the benefit of hassle-free RV connectivity through its L5-30R receptacle, allowing you to easily power your RV with the assistance of an L5-30P to TT-30R adaptor. Besides, thanks to its twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the SUA15000EC is transfer switch ready, facilitating easy hookup to your breaker box to provide backup power for your home during blackouts.
Portability
With dimensions of L38.7 x W26.8 x H34.9 in, the traditional open frame design of the A-iPower SUA15000EC ensures stability while allowing easy maintenance access to components and promoting effective air cooling. The generator is designed for ideal use outdoors and in rough environments.
While weighing 392 lbs, the generator is classified as 'portable,' indicating its mobility, albeit its heftiness may limit portability in specific situations. However, the constrained maneuverability is addressed with the assistance of its wheel kit (⌀4"), allowing for easy shifting once the generator is placed on the ground.
The generator comes with an additional safety feature, a lift hook on the top of its frame, which is helpful during its transport, loading and unloading.
Features
The SUA15000EC's control panel
Included in the control panel of the SUA15000EC are a convenient meter, offering voltage, frequency, and lifetime hours readings, essential for monitoring its status and activity.
In addition to this info, when the oil level is too low, you will be informed by the featured light indicator.
Equipped with a built-in fuel gauge, the generator facilitates swift gas level checks.
As for its security measures, the device features an automatic low oil shut-off and an overload protection (circuit breaker), letting you use it with a peace of mind.
Beyond the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) to assist with setup, the A-iPower SUA15000EC ships with supplementary accessories: battery charging cables, tool kit and oil.
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The A-iPower SUA15000EC versus other generators
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how some of the key specs of the A-iPower SUA15000EC compare to generators of similar power (between 10000 and 14000 W).
- At 392 lbs, the A-iPower SUA15000EC stands out as one of the heavier generators rated from 10000 to 14000 watts. If weight matters to you, one of the champions in this power range is the DuroStar DS13000MX with only 209 pounds.
- Among the generators of a comparable running wattage, this generator with a lowest noise of 85 dBA can be judged as noisy. If noise emissions are important to you, one of the least noisy generators of this power range is the Genmax GM12500iET with only 62 dBA.
- Autonomy-wise, with around 7 hours on a full tank at a 50% load, the SUA15000EC is on the low end when compared to other generators of a similar power output. If you wish to prioritize autonomy, the WEN TF1450X shines as one of the top contenders, offering one of the highest run times among generators with similar power output, totaling around 12 hours.
- Run time is a key metric, but it's dependent on the generator's fuel capacity. Therefore, discussing fuel efficiency is necessary to get the full picture. In fact, this generator is not one of the most fuel-efficient options in the aforementioned wattage range: its estimated gasoline consumption at 50% load is around 1.14 GPH. If you wish to get a unit of similar power, but with one of the best fuel efficiency, you could consider the WEN TF1450X, which has an impressively low fuel consumption of 0.68 GPH.
The bottom line
- GFCI Outlets
- 4 different AC outlet types
- Electric start
- Clean sine wave
- No recoil back-up
- No remote start
- On the heavy side (392 lbs)
- On the noisy side (85 dBA)
- Relatively low run time
- Low fuel efficiency
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Features and Specifications
| Inverter | No |
|---|---|
| Parallel capable | No |
| RV ready | No |
| Fuel | Gasoline |
| Engine | 680 cc Senci V-Twin |
| Starting system | Electric |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Voltage | AC: 120/240V 60 Hz, DC: 12V |
|---|---|
| Running watts | 12,000 W |
| Starting watts | 15,000 W |
| Running amps (@120/240V) | 100/50 amps |
| Peak amps (@120/240V) | 125/62.5 amps |
| Run time @50% load | 7 h |
| Run time @25% load | Unknown |
| GFCI outlets | Yes |
|---|---|
| Covered outlets | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes |
| AC outlets |
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| DC outlets | 1x 12V 8A (cigarette lighter style) |
| Data center | VFT |
| Indicators | Low oil |
| Fuel tank | Steel, 8 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes |
| Weight | 392 lbs |
|---|---|
| Approx. dimensions (L x W x H) | 38.7 x 26.8 x 34.9 in |
| Noise (lower limit) | 85 dBA |
| THD | < 5% |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Low oil and overload protection |
| Spark arrestor | Yes |
| Neutral | Bonded to frame |
| Accessories included | Oil, tool kit, battery charging cables, battery, and wheel kit |
| UPC | 851217006138 |
We've taken extra care to research and verify each of the specifications above. That said, occasional mistakes or omissions are still possible. If you spot any missing or inaccurate information, feel free to suggest a correction so we can address it.
About A-iPower
A-iPower, a small company based in the USA, is a fresh face on the generator market. Their product line is comprised of engines, water pumps, pressure washers and of course, generators. The selection of A-iPower generators includes several conventional and inverter portable generators, many of which have an electric starter. The company has several facilities, including headquarters in California and a distribution center in Wisconsin. The production of their devices is, however, outsourced completely overseas, to China.
Warranty Information
The A-iPower SUA15000EC is covered under a warranty for up to 2 years. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the generator.
For more information about the warranty of A-iPower generators, please contact the A-iPower Customer Support: 1-855-888-3598.
Questions & Answers
What can it power?
| Item | Running Watts | Starting Watts | |
|---|---|---|---|
| At home | Sump pump (1/2 hp) | 1050 | 2150 |
| Furnace fan (1/2 hp) | 875 | 2350 | |
| Refrigerator (energy star) | 192 | 1192 | |
| Clothes dryer | 5400 | 6750 | |
| Hair dryer | 1800 | 1900 | |
| Slow cooker | 270 | 270 | |
| Total | 9587 W | 11062 W | |
| For work | Electric welder | 9000 | 9000 |
| Drain cleaner | 250 | 250 | |
| Electric fence (25 miles) | 250 | 250 | |
| Bug zapper | 80 | 80 | |
| Total | 9580 W | 9580 W |
I purchased a SUA15000 for a home standby and it needs to have a floating nutral can this generator be changed from bonded nutral to floating nutral? (Asked March 01, 2021)
It should be possible. You may refer to our article on neutral conversion or contact A-iPower's support for more information.
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User Reviews
I wish I could find a natural gas conversion kit for this other than that it’s a real good generator just not very cheap on gas