WEN TF1300iX - 10500/13000W Tri Fuel Inverter Generator With Electric Start

In summary, the WEN TF1300iX is a powerful portable inverter generator especially useful for:

• Professionals who want to ensure that a power failure will not prevent them from working
• Homeowners in need of an emergency backup power for their essentials

Over the following sections, you'll uncover its power characteristics, the selection of outlets it offers, its overall portability, and the supplementary features it includes.

Power & Run Time

The WEN TF1300iX delivers 120/240V and features a tri-fuel technology, granting it the capability to utilize gasoline, propane, or natural gas. When utilizing gasoline, it achieves a running wattage of 10,500W and a peak wattage of 13,000W. Upon switching to propane, it benefits from 9,000 rated watts and 11,250 peak watts. Transitioning to natural gas operation provides 8,000W of rated wattage and 10,000W of starting wattage.

At a noise rating of 64 dBA (just slightly more noisy than background music), this inverter generator provides the choice between a standard recoil pull-rope starting mechanism or a no-fuss and convenient electric starter (battery included) for starting.

As for its running time, the TF1300iX, along with its 7.13 gallons fuel capacity, can run for around 7.7 hours at 50% load with a full tank filled with gasoline (fuel consumption around 0.93 GPH). If propane is used, it can operate for around 3 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 1.57 GPH).

The TF1300iX produces a clean sine wave: thanks to a <1.2% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), your sensitive electronics can be safely plugged in the AC outlets.

Outlets

The control panel provides the upcoming 5 AC outlets:

It also sports 3 DC outlets: there's a 12V 8A (cigarette lighter style) receptacle making battery charging a breeze and two 5V USB ports (1 x USB-A and 1 x USB-C) enabling convenient charging of devices like mobile phones and tablets.

While this WEN generator is not RV Ready, its L5-30R receptacle can be used for a simple RV connection with an L5-30P to TT-30R adaptor.

Portability

Thanks to its closed inverter generator design (L32.3 x W24.8 x H28.8 in), the WEN TF1300iX not only offers superior aesthetics but also operates with reduced noise levels compared to a typical, open frame generator. The featured design follows the latest trends and is ideal for easy and recreational use.

Despite its weight of 246.9 lbs, the generator is still considered 'portable,' meaning it is movable, although its heftiness may restrict portability in certain environments or require additional considerations for transportation and setup. However, the constrained maneuverability is addressed with the assistance of its set of 4 wheels and its folding handle, allowing for easy shifting once the generator is placed on the ground.

Features

The TF1300iX's control panel

For easy status and activity monitoring of the TF1300iX, its control panel integrates a digital data center, offering insights into the remaining run time, frequency, voltage, power output, lifetime run hours and fuel level.

In addition to this info, the generator's light indicator provides visual feedback when its oil levels are insufficient.

In terms of security, the generator features an automatic low oil shut-off and an overload protection (circuit breaker), ensuring peace of mind during its use.

The unit also benefits from WEN's CO Watchdog carbon monoxide detection. This system measures the accumulation of poisonous CO gas while the generator is running. If the level of CO gas gets too high, the CO Watchdog system will automatically shut down the generator.

Alongside the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) for quick setup, the WEN TF1300iX is bundled with additional accessories: funnel, propane hose and tool kit. An official storage cover is also available, as a separate purchase.