Cummins Onan P5000iDF EFI - 3900/5000W Dual Fuel Inverter Generator With Remote Start And EFI Engine
The Cummins Onan P5000iDF EFI is a quiet and compact dual fuel inverter generator with a rated wattage of 3,900 W and a starting wattage of 5,000 W. (Read full specs)
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Description
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In summary, the Cummins Onan P5000iDF EFI is a quiet and compact portable inverter generator especially useful for:
- RV travellers looking for even more independence
- Occasional participants of outdoor events, competitions, concerts and festivals
- Homeowners in need of an emergency backup power for their essentials
- Tailgating and campground aficionados with the desire of enjoying power anywhere they go
In the forthcoming sections, you'll delve into its power characteristics, the various outlets it offers, its overall portability, and the additional features it boasts.
Power & Run Time
Thanks to its dual-fuel technology, the Cummins Onan P5000iDF EFI provides a 120V output and offers both versatility and power. When utilizing gasoline, it delivers a running wattage of 3,900W and a starting wattage of 5,000W. Alternatively, when operating on propane, it provides 3,500 running watts and 4,500 starting watts. Additionally, as the generator is parallel capable (parallel kit not included), it can be linked to a second unit for more power.
The inverter generator, rated for a noise of 52 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a refrigerator), provides flexibility in starting, offering both a standard recoil pull-rope starting mechanism and a user-friendly and hassle-free electric starter (battery included). Furthermore, the Onan P5000iDF EFI can be remotely started, providing users with added ease of use (key fob included).
The Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system enhances the engine's reliability, lowers fuel consumption, improves startup, reduces servicing, boosts stale fuel resistance, and offers better altitude adaptability.
Regarding its running time, the Onan P5000iDF EFI, with a 3.4 gallons fuel capacity, can operate for up to 16.8 hours with a full tank of gasoline (fuel consumption around 0.2 GPH). When using propane, it can run for up to 20 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.24 GPH).
The <3% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) of the Onan P5000iDF EFI ensures a clean sine wave output, providing a secure power source for your sensitive electronics through its AC outlets.
Outlets
The control panel features the upcoming 3 AC outlets:
Furthermore, it showcases 2 DC outlets: there's two 5V USB ports (USB-A) ensuring convenient charging of devices like mobile phones and tablets, for connectivity on the go.
Equipped with a TT-30R receptacle (TT representing 'Travel Trailer'), this Cummins generator is RV Ready, ensuring compatibility with recreational vehicles.
Portability
As an inverter generator, the Cummins Onan P5000iDF EFI showcases a closed design (L25.1 x W18.1 x H21.2 in), enhancing aesthetics and ensuring quieter operation compared to conventional, open frame models. This modern design aims to provide an ideal power solution to recreational users.
The 108 lbs of the Onan P5000iDF EFI's dry weight enables you to use it anywhere you will ever need. Moreover, its set of 2 wheels (⌀5.5") and its telescopic handle facilitate movement of the generator once it's on the ground.
Features
Featuring a digital data center on its control panel, the Onan P5000iDF EFI offers you convenient access to essential information about the power output, voltage, frequency, fuel level and lifetime run hours, facilitating effective monitoring of its activity and status.
In addition to this info, when the generator is ready, the generator is overloaded and the oil level is too low, you will be informed by the featured light indicators.
From a security standpoint, the generator is furnished with an overload protection (circuit breaker) and an automatic low oil shut-off, ensuring peace of mind during operation.
It also includes a carbon monoxide sensor. This sensor is designed to monitor the level of carbon monoxide present during the generator's operation. If the generator is positioned incorrectly and carbon monoxide levels rise to an unsafe level, the generator will automatically shut down.
Along the basic documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), useful for starting the generator right away, the Cummins Onan P5000iDF EFI's package also includes these accessories: funnel, tool kit, key fob, battery charger, propane hose and oil.
The Cummins Onan P5000iDF EFI versus other generators
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how some of the key specs of the Cummins Onan P5000iDF EFI compare to inverter generators of similar power (between 3500 and 4500 W).
- Since the generator weighs in at a dry weight of 108 lbs, the Cummins Onan P5000iDF EFI belongs in the expected weight range for inverters which can produce between 3500 and 4500 rated watts. Regarding dry weight, one of the champions in the same power range is the WEN 56432iX, with a dry weight of only 52.9 lbs.
- Since this inverter generator is rated for a lowest possible noise of 52 dBA, it can be considered as one of the most quiet of the products generating similar power.
- The Onan P5000iDF EFI provides up to 16.8 hours of runtime at a 25% load on a full tank, placing it within the average autonomy range among similar inverter generators. Concerning the run times, one of the several devices with a comparable output, offering the highest autonomy, is the Champion 200977, which is able to run for up to 22 hours.
- The run time is important, but also hugely depends on the capacity of the fuel tank and doesn't mean much if we don't talk about fuel consumption as well. Standing at an estimated 0.2 GPH (gallon per hour) at a 25% load, this inverter generator is somewhat average in this area compared to other devices, within the aforementioned wattage range. If you wish to get a unit of similar power, but with one of the best fuel efficiency, you could consider the Champion 201319, which has an impressively low fuel consumption of 0.16 GPH.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other 3500-4500W dual fuel inverter generators, the Cummins Onan P5000iDF EFI is on the expensive side of the price range.
While certainly not the cheapest of its kind, purchasing it would most likely also mean enjoying the reliability of a high-end product.
The bottom line
- Dual fuel
- CO sensor
- Several accessories included
- RV Ready
- Remote start
- Parallel capable
- Inverter
- Electronic Fuel Injection
- Quiet for its power (52 dBA)
- Decent weight (108 lbs)
- Decent run time
- Decent fuel efficiency
- On the expensive side
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Features and Specifications
| Inverter | Yes |
|---|---|
| Parallel capable | Yes, cable not included |
| RV ready | Yes |
| Fuel | Dual Fuel (gasoline/propane) |
| Engine | 224 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Voltage | AC: 120V 60 Hz, DC: 5V |
| Gasoline | Propane | |
|---|---|---|
| Running watts | 3,900 W | 3,500 W |
| Starting watts | 5,000 W | 4,500 W |
| Running amps | 32.5 amps | 29.2 amps |
| Peak amps | 41.7 amps | 37.5 amps |
| Run time @50% load | 13 h | Unknown |
| Run time @25% load | 16.8 h | 20 h |
| GFCI outlets | No |
|---|---|
| Covered outlets | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Inverter |
| AC outlets |
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| DC outlets | 2x 5V USB port (USB-A) |
| Data center | Power output, fuel level, lifetime run hours, voltage and frequency |
| Indicators | Low oil, overload and output ready |
| Fuel tank | 3.4 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Digital |
| Weight | 108 lbs |
|---|---|
| Approx. dimensions (L x W x H) | 25.1 x 18.1 x 21.2 in |
| Noise (lower limit) | 52 dBA |
| THD | < 3% |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Spark arrestor | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating |
| Accessories included | Oil, funnel, tool kit, key fob, battery charger, propane hose, and battery |
| Other model numbers | A075C500 |
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 Cummins
Cummins is a NYSE publicly traded, Fortune 500 corporation dealing in the power sector and heavy industry. Founded in 1919 in Columbus, IN, by William Glanton Irwin and Clessie Cummings, Cummins focused on the development of diesel engines. However, the company truly came to bloom only after the WWII, with the nationwide road expansion and went finally global in the 1960s, with its heavy-duty trucks. Cummins has, over the years, offered a wide variety of power solutions, from actual power plants to RV generators. Yet, the company has only recently dipped its foot into the portable generator market. The company currently offers a small selection of both conventional and inverter generators under the Onan product line, formerly the Cummins Onan brand.
Warranty Information
The Cummins Onan P5000iDF EFI is covered under a warranty for up to 3 years. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the generator.
For more information about the warranty of Cummins generators, please contact the Cummins Customer Support: 1-800-CUMMINS (800-286-6467).
Questions & Answers
What can it power?
| Item | Running Watts | Starting Watts | |
|---|---|---|---|
| At home | Refrigerator (energy star) | 192 | 1192 |
| Hair dryer | 1800 | 1900 | |
| Vacuum cleaner | 1075 | 1175 | |
| Pair of small speakers | 45 | 45 | |
| Total | 3112 W | 4112 W | |
| For camping | Radiant heater | 1300 | 1300 |
| RV refrigerator | 180 | 600 | |
| Microwave (1000 watts) | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Radio | 100 | 100 | |
| Cell phone charger | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 3100 W | 3520 W | |
| For work | Table saw | 1800 | 4500 |
| Electric fence (25 miles) | 250 | 250 | |
| Bug zapper | 80 | 80 | |
| Total | 2130 W | 4830 W |
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