Generator Parallel Kit Explained / use any brand Parallel kit with different brand 120v Generator

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    You can use any brand parallel kit with different generator brands and models it will work, as long as they are both parallel capable generators.
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  • @manuelhurtado8650
    @manuelhurtado8650 3 роки тому +8

    Hey Gavin thanks for making this vid I didn’t know you could use with other brands. Perfect👌🏼

  • @auntbarbara5576
    @auntbarbara5576 2 роки тому +2

    Omg why couldnt i find this vid first. I watched so many and none answered the questions. This video explains evetything as clear as day. Thank you! God Bless and LGB.
    Aunt Barbara adores you!

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому

      Thanks Aunt Barbara
      I’m happy this helped you out

  • @JeffreyHarrington
    @JeffreyHarrington 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the video! This answered several questions I was confused about.

  • @gheard1000
    @gheard1000 2 роки тому +2

    Hi, Gavin. Thank you for presenting information. Note that I was told by a representative that there was no kit for the 3500 which is parallel compatible but I could use an after market product. Again, thank you for identifying which brands are available and clearing the air that it does not matter which one you select to connect units. In this video, you identified a predator parallel kit. Note in the comments below, I read that you can use kit on any model regardless of the power range. Please correct me if I misunderstood your response.

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому +1

      Yes! You can use any brand kit on any brand generator as long as they have the same connections and parallel capable.

    • @gheard1000
      @gheard1000 2 роки тому

      @@GeneratorReviews Thank you Gavin!

  • @slf54
    @slf54 2 роки тому

    Thank You, I learn every time I watch you

  • @garden-queen2393
    @garden-queen2393 3 роки тому +1

    Looking good !! Really nice.

  • @melvinmcgregor2673
    @melvinmcgregor2673 3 роки тому

    Excellent Information. Thank you!

  • @2ndamendment770
    @2ndamendment770 Рік тому

    I made a Mistake Buying this inverter Generator Parallel Kit ! I got it last year for my future project and thought I was Buying a DC to AC inverter ! I guess down the road I may have use for it lol > Thanks for The Info !!!

  • @mattmeagher365
    @mattmeagher365 Рік тому

    Great video, Gavin!!!

  • @sae1964
    @sae1964 3 роки тому +10

    As always Gavin, really good information. Especially the point and importance of connecting the parallel wires before turning them on. I didn’t think much about it that turning one on would give current to the other. Great job in explaining that most important point. Does harbor freight also make a 50 amp parallel kit? Thanks 🙏 and congratulations on your 1k subscribers. 👍

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks buddy
      10k here I come 😎
      Get the firman 50 amp 1201 you’ll like that one

  • @aaronarnold8668
    @aaronarnold8668 3 роки тому +3

    I have two 2 Firman W01682 generators. They worked great with the Predator parallel kit. They also worked ok with the Generac G0068770 but the over load kicked on during syncing and the generator sputtered. I don't recommend using it.
    I called Firman and they said there is no kit required. The W01682 can be paralleled with the wires provided. The manual incorrectly states additional accessories are required. Firman is working on an update for their manual. Hope this helps. -AA

  • @mattwaters6987
    @mattwaters6987 2 роки тому

    Great video. Many thanks sir. Subbed!😃

  • @clubvanderbilt
    @clubvanderbilt 3 роки тому +3

    Good Video - And Congrats on getting to 1000 Subscribers.

  • @christophersustayta5974
    @christophersustayta5974 11 місяців тому

    Oh yes thanks for your videos I’m learning sir .

  • @qck57594
    @qck57594 2 роки тому

    Thank you Gavin.

  • @TechHoundDad
    @TechHoundDad 2 роки тому

    Thanks!

  • @maximus7714
    @maximus7714 Рік тому

    Nice video thanks

  • @takenusername
    @takenusername Рік тому

    Thanks for clarifying, the parallel plugs don’t matter on the orientation. The Predator 1400 doesn’t color code their parallel ports red/black.

  • @josevelasco3245
    @josevelasco3245 2 роки тому

    I was torn between the XP9000ih and Predator 9500 inverter. Sounds like this Firman will work with the Predator with the 3 connections with the right wattage model? Great video!

  • @Gotasplinter
    @Gotasplinter 2 роки тому

    Have you done a build on the parallel kit? Love the videos, please keep them coming

  • @johannesnaude6606
    @johannesnaude6606 2 роки тому

    Great info, my consern is when I parralel my 2 preditor generators one always run out of fuel while the other one run and power my camper for another hour or 2. This happen normally early morning while I am still in bed and not ready to get my bones out of bed to refuel both gennys. I recently had to replace my two fireman gennys that stop to produce power. I am concerned that my 2 new predetor gennys will go the same way if noe run out of fuel before the other. I did notice that when connected in parallel and only one genny is running the display on the second one is lit up and accumulate hours although it is not running. I would really appreciate your thoughts on this.

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому

      You could always try installing a external parallel fuel tank
      ua-cam.com/video/8zYsXUVA9y4/v-deo.html
      That would definitely take care of your running out of fuel problem

  • @michaelwest4525
    @michaelwest4525 Рік тому

    Can you also use the receptacle s on the generator if you don’t choose to use the ones on the box , for instance you don’t have the twist lock or the 50 amp but the generator has a 30 amp RV plug ? I am thinking it would be like the Honda cord that just ties the generators together and you have to use the generator receptacles .

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  Рік тому +1

      Yes, you can still use the receptacles and get the benefit of both parallel generators

  • @darryldillon7948
    @darryldillon7948 2 роки тому

    Great video Gavin ! I'm confused though . I have an older Nikota 3500 watt genset and a newer 437500 watt predator ge nerator. What should I use to parallel them together? They are not the inverter type of gensets. Thanks Darryl.

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому

      Hey Darryl
      The non inverter generators are not able to parallel because they can’t sync frequency with each other
      Sorry buddy

  • @aaronarnold8668
    @aaronarnold8668 3 роки тому

    Great information! You mention the "Gavin Garage Built" parallel kit that is similar to the Generac G0068770 in that it has two male end plugs to connect to the generators. Can i use that style (and in particular that model parallel kit) with the Firman 2000W units?

  • @curtisgibson2408
    @curtisgibson2408 2 роки тому

    I'm kinda late to the game, but I see the Pred says 4000W peak 3200 running. Does that mean over those ratings that kit it is not recommended? I was not sure if the wiring within the parallel kit had a ga that would not be right for higher wattage and higher than that you would need to find one with higher ratings? Thanks for your expertise on all the subjects you cover.

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому +2

      No you should be just fine you can parallel two 4500w with this kit
      It’s a 50 amp kit

  • @mitubogoogle
    @mitubogoogle 3 роки тому

    very good info

  • @danielsmith2447
    @danielsmith2447 3 роки тому +1

    Good information

  • @danieltimisan6820
    @danieltimisan6820 11 місяців тому

    hey Gavin , do you think that your parallel kit that is with regular plugs would work to connect 2 solar generators to double the power ? I'm little worried I might burn one of them if I plug in a live plug

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  11 місяців тому

      That is one thing I have not tried, because I don’t think they come with parallel capable inverters. I’m like you I can’t risk it.

  • @danielboyd9380
    @danielboyd9380 3 роки тому

    Incredible interview. It covers so much and easy to follow thanks. From what I understand with this video. I have a Honda 3000 gen. and a Cummins Onan 4500. Can I parallel them? I have a 50 amp trailer. What would you suggest if I can parallel them what kit would you suggest ? Thanks.

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  3 роки тому +1

      I really think you should get the Firman it has a 50 amp plug and a 30 amp plug with switch right on the side of each of them you’ll get 6000 starting watts with your set up and 5600 running watts

    • @danielboyd9380
      @danielboyd9380 3 роки тому +1

      @@GeneratorReviews THankyou so much. Where can I get one?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  3 роки тому +1

      @@danielboyd9380 amzn.to/3rcpBIh

  • @bpmspeedracer7593
    @bpmspeedracer7593 2 роки тому +1

    Great video! So what is the difference between the inverters in a generator and let's say a DC to ac inverter? Would the same principal apply in this configuration? Could I take separate 12v to 120v inverters, hook them up to one of these parallel kits, and expect the same results?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому +3

      Nope you can’t do that with a dc to ac inverter, only a grid tie inverter can parallel like a generator. Thanks great question

  • @ryanboudreaux8547
    @ryanboudreaux8547 2 роки тому +1

    I’ve ordered (2) Westinghouse igen2500 (2500/2200) to parallel during hurricane outages. I’ve noticed 30 amp parallel kit only provides 3600 watts due to 30 amps. Should I or can I safely use the 50 amp parallel kit to get the fully double capacity of 5000/4400?

    • @williamling1737
      @williamling1737 2 роки тому

      Westinghouse has a 50amp parallel kit that will let you get full capacity of your generators. I like igen2500 but just wish it is dual fuel.

  • @deucedawg01
    @deucedawg01 Рік тому

    Thanks for the video. You need a video for the "Gavin's Garage made" kit. I have older generators with no parallel ports. Did you just wire the parallel plugs to 110v plugs?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  Рік тому

      The regular generators without parallel Kit will not phase together

    • @deucedawg01
      @deucedawg01 Рік тому

      @@GeneratorReviews Not even if its a SiNE inverter? Its a BE 3500.

  • @danielboyd9380
    @danielboyd9380 3 роки тому

    another question. When pushing through a surge protector with a couple of generators hooked up to a parallel kit. do I need the Ground neutral bond jumper plug in both generators or just one?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  3 роки тому

      Just one, the bonding plug fixes the open ground on both Gens

    • @danielboyd9380
      @danielboyd9380 3 роки тому

      @@GeneratorReviews thank you.. great job.. all very helpful.

  • @keokukia9800
    @keokukia9800 6 місяців тому +1

    Would the two inverter generators perform load balancing in the case of different generator capacities? For example, the Honda Eu3000i and a 2Kw inverter generator of a different brand or even the same brand.

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  6 місяців тому +1

      ua-cam.com/video/XCpngkDX3ns/v-deo.htmlsi=qsCqAkknxd6Xv_Vx

  • @davidbabin4813
    @davidbabin4813 2 роки тому

    Will the Firman plugs work with a Champion generator? Champions use a square shaped plug but I wonder if the Firmans round plugs would still fit into the square opening?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching but unfortunately the round earlier plugs will not work with the new square plugs
      You also can’t parallel them

  • @marklengal9990
    @marklengal9990 10 місяців тому

    Gavin. I’ve been watching a few of your videos today. I have the predator 9500. If I hook up another 9500 does that mean I’ll have 19k amps max? Can I hook up the 9500 and 3500 or do they have to be equal?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  10 місяців тому

      You will have 12500W max running , that’s what your inlet line maximum
      You can’t parallel the 9500 amp 3500

  • @Whats_noah_up_to
    @Whats_noah_up_to 4 місяці тому

    if you have a ground neutral plug or have altered the outlets to be tied to ground (non floating neutral), do you still need to tie the green ground ties from the parallel kit to the generators? Recommendations on the matter is appreciated!

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  4 місяці тому

      Better safe than sorry it doesn’t hurt to ground both generators

  • @bondscalper
    @bondscalper 3 роки тому +2

    what happens if you pair 2 generators like the Predator 3500 ?? Do you get 6000 watts with 2 in parallel??

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  3 роки тому

      Yessir you double your output power when both gens have the same rating

  • @Paul37Ontario
    @Paul37Ontario Рік тому

    Thanks for the Vid. ??? Can you run one generator while the other generator is off while hocked up together. What if your running both for AC during the day, but at night just run one generator for lights and TV. Do you half to disconect the setup and just plug one running generator to my electrical system.??? thank you so much.

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  Рік тому +1

      Yes you can you just have to make sure it stays plugged in at all time once you start the second generator, they will sync up

  • @midgeknits859
    @midgeknits859 5 місяців тому

    So I’m hearing from you and other commenters that we can use two of the same generators and a different parallel kit… thanks for that but my other question now is can we use two small inverter generators to get 240 V 50 AMPs I’m trying to use the parallel kit that actually has “240v 50amp” on it example looking at using the Westinghouse 4500 watt 2 of them paired together? If not any ideas on 2 inverters that could push out 50amp 240 volt? The reason for this is we want two smaller generators to run the house when we lose power to run a well the furnace water heater fridge deep freeze…..But we don’t want to use a massive one around the property or when we go camping. Thanks!!

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  5 місяців тому

      Check out this video I just did that should answer all your questions
      ua-cam.com/video/nKwDcIhCsas/v-deo.htmlsi=ZIwHUhbJnBX2EmjU

  • @utahprepper8925
    @utahprepper8925 2 роки тому

    So I purchased the Duromax 9000IH (on your recommendation) and I have an older Cummins/Onan 6500 watt non-inverter unit. Can these be paralleled together or do both have to be inverter style?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому

      They both should be parallel capable most people say you can but I wouldn’t do that .

  • @southerntidepressurewashin9116

    Hey Gavin. I have 2 champion 4500 inverters that I need to hook up to my trailer that wired for 240v/50amps. Is there any way to achieve this? My only appliance that has a large draw is my big espresso machine which is 220v. Is there any way to get those generators to paralle to my trailer that you can think of that can deliver 50amp at minimum of 220v?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  Рік тому

      Unfortunately the only way to get 240v is with a split phase generator that has 240v

  • @deddie4645
    @deddie4645 Рік тому +1

    What's your thoughts on parallel in a? 9500 predator and a 3500 predator for occasional large loads like washers and dryers along with AC & Refrigerator. and normal stuff.

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  Рік тому +1

      Those two can’t be parallel together one’s a 240 V the other ones 120 V

    • @deddie4645
      @deddie4645 Рік тому

      @@GeneratorReviews Thanks for taking the time to answer

  • @chrisgarcia9320
    @chrisgarcia9320 11 місяців тому

    HeY Galvin, So I have two Hondas 2200’s . I bought me a predator parallel kit 50 amps. So i did a test i plugged my surge protector 50 amps, with out a load. All the lights in the surge protector said it was working fine. As soon as I put a load (A/C) my surge protector lights came on saying that i Had a reverse polarity. Whats going on? I tried switching the parallel kit plugs on the Hondas and still getting the same result. Can i run my ac with reverse polarity?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  11 місяців тому

      This is a unique situation I need more info

  • @joelocasio1046
    @joelocasio1046 3 роки тому +1

    One question.. I am new to this, once I plug my 2 generators to the kit, how do I connect the things that I will be using?? Is there a adapter that I can use to plug into the parallel kit and have the regular house outlets??
    Thanks in advance!

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  3 роки тому +1

      Yes you can buy adapters that convert
      amzn.to/3qwKZYc

  • @jaybdvm
    @jaybdvm Рік тому

    I just noticed you can parallel two Powerhorse 3,00/4,500 generators with their kit (Part DPC-004) and have a 120/240volt 50 amp outlet. . This would probably get close to 30 amps @240V?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  Рік тому

      Most parallel kit will not work with 240v unless the generator has 240v

  • @ryanstewartbell
    @ryanstewartbell Рік тому

    Gavin, i bought a champion parallel kit but it has the square shaped parallel ports but my generac iq 3500 is circle shaped so they are not physically compatible. Are there any adapters to change it from the square to a circle?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  Рік тому

      ua-cam.com/video/-HcJakZMZ0E/v-deo.html
      In the description of this video, you’ll see some part number copy and paste it in Google you’ll find the adapters

  • @MegaThor01
    @MegaThor01 2 роки тому

    Hi, Gavin thank you for your Videos... How can I run 2 9500 predator generator together? Thank you again ✌🏻

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому +1

      You need the parallel kit from harbor freight specially for the 9500. Still not available yet

  • @tobywilliams4614
    @tobywilliams4614 Рік тому

    Hi Gavin! Would I need 2 grounding plugs, if I am using 2 generators in parallel? Thanks

  • @joelt8915
    @joelt8915 Рік тому

    Do these parallel kits make 240? If not is it possible to make 240 from two separate Generators like two Ryobi generators to run a 240v 20a well pump wired through a switch so you have the double pole breaker?

  • @kurtamiss
    @kurtamiss Рік тому

    what size of wire are the banana plugs that connect the two 3500 watt generators in parallel at 50 amps?

  • @gelguitarist
    @gelguitarist 5 місяців тому

    Sorry if this question’s been asked, but I recently bought a 30amp 3,600 watt inverter, and wanted to know if I paralleled the same one with it (with my 30amp generator cord being able to handle 7500 watts), will it be able to handle the load?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  5 місяців тому +1

      Yes, your cable will definitely handle the load because your 3600 is starting watts

    • @gelguitarist
      @gelguitarist 5 місяців тому

      @@GeneratorReviews Hey Gavin - I should’ve mentioned 3,600 is running watts (starting is 4,400). That probably changes things, right? My generator inlet box is 30amps. Do I have any options to parallel if this load is too high? Do I just need a lower wattage inverter? Thanks - appreciate it!

  • @danielboyd9380
    @danielboyd9380 3 роки тому

    another question and thanks so much for your prompt answer. Does one need a surge protector on your generator. In my case I have a Honda 3000 attached to a 50 amp. cord. running 15000 btu. air and the second question would be will this 3000 already purchased gen. run a 15000 air conditioner.

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  3 роки тому +1

      Yes! Yes! You should always run your generator with a surge protector just in case there’s a surge in power it protect your Rv by shutting off and you don’t have to replace every appliance in the RV
      The Honda 3000 will be right at 50% no problem Running a 15,000 BTU AC

    • @danielboyd9380
      @danielboyd9380 3 роки тому +1

      @@GeneratorReviews Thanks so very much ...Extremely helpful.

  • @yolo_burrito
    @yolo_burrito 3 роки тому +1

    Just to add. If you have a 240v split phase you can only parallel with another split phase.

  • @ronjcash
    @ronjcash 8 місяців тому

    How many watts do you get out of a "parallel" connection? And how can the output/load be monitored for the two connected?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  8 місяців тому

      Paralleling generators, doubles your power. You can install a monitor on the parallel Kit.

  • @maximus7714
    @maximus7714 Рік тому

    I was wandering i have a dual feul 3300w 2900w running. Could i parallel with smaller 2000w ?? And i noticed firman has a different parallel kit for dual feul model do i need that one ?? And can i use dual feul with regular gas one ?? Thanks !!

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  11 місяців тому +1

      Yes, you can pair a dual fuel with a regular gas. You can also get a parallel kit that uses the 20 amp plug.

  • @nitro200flyer3
    @nitro200flyer3 3 роки тому

    Can you connect wo inverted generators of different watts ..like a 2000 W with a 1400W generator as long as they are inverted?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  3 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/bsu3C15WNhE/v-deo.html
      yes check out this vid should answer your question

    • @Tom-In-Ga
      @Tom-In-Ga 3 роки тому +1

      Yes but once they sync up, you'll have 2800 watts not 3400. In others, ⁓twice the smaller of the 2 gennys.

  • @troysampey6947
    @troysampey6947 8 днів тому

    Hi,
    I have an inverter generator (4000 peak watts/3200 running watts). It came with a paralleling kit whereas the connection connects one inverter generator to the other inverter generator. I would then plug into one of the 30 amp outlets on either of the generators. This parallel connection does not have a separate outlet similar to other kits.
    1. By paralleling with the kit I was supplied and connecting to the 30 amp outlet on the generator, does this also increase the output?
    2. Is the outlet still limited to 30 amp output?
    3. What is the benefit of using a parallel kit that has a separate either 30 amp or 50 amp outlet.
    Thanks for your time. Hope you had a great July 4th.

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  7 днів тому

      Unless you had a 50 amp plug on the actual parallel kit. Where did you find this parallel kit?

    • @troysampey6947
      @troysampey6947 7 днів тому

      @@GeneratorReviews It came with the generator.

  • @DayPartyExperience
    @DayPartyExperience 3 місяці тому

    I have two 4000 watt generators westinghouse any suggestions not much on the internet out there.

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  3 місяці тому

      I have some information on the 4500 Westinghouse

  • @KenPaisley
    @KenPaisley 2 роки тому

    Would I be correct in assuming this only works with inverter-based generators?

  • @JablonskiV
    @JablonskiV 2 роки тому

    On the Ryobi 2300 Which side is red and which is black? I want to get another brand parallel kit but I don’t want to reverse polarity

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому +1

      You can’t reverse polarity it works on any side with the parallel kits

    • @JablonskiV
      @JablonskiV 2 роки тому +1

      @@GeneratorReviews I think I’m going to grab the Harbor Freight Kit! Appreciate all your videos!

  • @michaelyount3843
    @michaelyount3843 10 місяців тому

    I like your video. But I must beg to differ. I have 2 Champion 2000w gens, just bought a 30amp parallel kit and before leaving the store I tried to plug it in. Nope. The bezels on the generator are square, not round. So there's no way to plug the round par kit into the square gen bezel. I returned it. I did see a larger Champion 50A par kit for sale and in the pics all 4 gen plugs look square. Please tell me I'm wrong and it'll still work somehow. I can go buy it again. Kinda desperate to get these connected. Thanks

    • @michaelyount3843
      @michaelyount3843 10 місяців тому

      You can see the square plugs in the 2nd to last pic:
      www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&sca_esv=561755169&sxsrf=AB5stBjSb1h7DkutPiR2azHNap8uthXNMg:1693523712065&q=champion+parallel+kit+30+amp&tbm=shop&source=lnms&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjT05q6g4iBAxWnHjQIHVnsD6wQ0pQJegQIERAB&biw=1395&bih=609&dpr=1.36#spd=12360592936462201941

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  10 місяців тому

      It can be done but finding the adapters are not easy.
      ua-cam.com/video/-HcJakZMZ0E/v-deo.htmlsi=-qr5MRvKMVRttY-A

    • @michaelyount3843
      @michaelyount3843 10 місяців тому

      Thank you so much, you helped me out with this link. @@GeneratorReviews

  • @mercwelds6450
    @mercwelds6450 3 роки тому

    Question:
    Can you run 2x 9600 watt inverter generators and switch them both to 220v to run a single device for double the wattage? My goal is have a total of at least 14000 watts using 2 inverter generators to run my welder.

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  3 роки тому +1

      Check out this parallel kit
      www.walmart.com/ip/DuroMax-XP9000iH-PK-9000-Watt-Closed-Frame-Inverter-Parallel-Cable-Kit/452910543
      This one might be what you are looking for it’s 9000 watts but until Harbor freight makes on for the 9500 Predator that should work

  • @phillipdiaz57
    @phillipdiaz57 2 роки тому

    thank you... what if your generators are different wattages?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому +1

      It can be done if it makes sense to gain power. For example 3k paralleled with a 2k you’ll get 4K.
      A 3k paralleled with a 1K you’ll get 2k so that doesn’t have a gain
      ua-cam.com/video/bsu3C15WNhE/v-deo.html check out my vid on different paralleled Generator

    • @phillipdiaz57
      @phillipdiaz57 2 роки тому

      Awesome thanks

  • @carver4894
    @carver4894 11 місяців тому

    The Harbor Freight 5000w inverter generator does not have dedicated parallel plugs. Can you parallel these generators together? You showed an example of one that has male plugs is that all we have to do is have suicide cords and we can parallel these 2 inverter generators

  • @calone76
    @calone76 2 роки тому

    Hi Gavin, I have two 12V to 110V power inverters connected to a bank of 10 car batteries. Each inverter is rated at 1000W, both the same. Can I connect them in parallel using a parallel kit?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому

      Nope you can’t, because they are not grid tie inverters. They don’t sync with other power sources and will damage your inverter

  • @christophersustayta5974
    @christophersustayta5974 11 місяців тому +1

    Gaven one question I have a 50 amp plug on my house can I power my home with two generators Honda 3000 and a predator 3500 with my parallel kit and I have two refrigerators and a 4ton AC ?

  • @geremi140
    @geremi140 2 роки тому

    Hey Gavin, does this also apply to champion generators, I have 2 73536i inverter generators
    there seems to be some sort of third connection on mine? Gerry

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому +1

      Yes it should work on your to Champion 73536i and the third connection that should be your ground

    • @geremi140
      @geremi140 2 роки тому

      @@GeneratorReviews Hi thanks for the reply- no it doesn't look like a ground it is a small 3 maybe 4 pin screw on connector, and indicates that is part of the parallel connection?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому

      @@geremi140 you have a special kit that will only work with your generator

  • @ian6358
    @ian6358 2 роки тому

    Hey gavins garage can you run an ego and fuel generator in parallel?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому

      It probably would work as long as both of them are sine wave and parallel capable

  • @rdpaullin
    @rdpaullin 11 місяців тому

    How can I determine the plug that will be compatible with a Champion 2000i on a Predator parallel kit.

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  11 місяців тому +1

      There are three types of parallel plugs the round ones the square ones, and the type like Genmax and Honda uses.
      Just take a close look at them and see which one works on your generator

  • @nishali3343
    @nishali3343 Рік тому

    hi, can you get 240v from 2 120v generators these parallel inverters?

  • @smokeab4613
    @smokeab4613 Рік тому

    Is there a kit that can be used with 240v or away to modify them for such a thing

  • @BobCat692
    @BobCat692 Рік тому

    Can you go from Square to round plug by cutting and splicing. I bought a powerhorse parallel kit and it has Square plugs. My generator has round So I was thinking about getting some round plugs and splicing them onto the powerhorse parallel kit to fit my 3500 powerhorse generators

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  Рік тому +1

      Check out this video
      ua-cam.com/video/-HcJakZMZ0E/v-deo.html

    • @BobCat692
      @BobCat692 Рік тому

      Awesome!!! Thank you!!!

  • @dlpeters0n
    @dlpeters0n 4 місяці тому

    I think you need to specify that the kit has to handle the current of the gennies involved. Using a kit for 4000W gennies on 9000W gennies would be bad, I'm sure.

  • @cmoore4050
    @cmoore4050 7 місяців тому

    Do the generators have to be same brand and or wattage?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  7 місяців тому

      ua-cam.com/video/bsu3C15WNhE/v-deo.htmlsi=C9nLIIi0eiPDapnD
      Check out this video 👍🏾

  • @ginopetitti6088
    @ginopetitti6088 2 роки тому

    Can you use 240v parallel kit to get 240v out of two 120v generators?

  • @nealfarenbaugh9048
    @nealfarenbaugh9048 Рік тому

    Do they have to be the same watts like 3500 and 4500

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  Рік тому

      They can be different sizes but its works better with same size generators

  • @robertfarino9020
    @robertfarino9020 3 роки тому

    Can you use a parallel kit with a regular Generator and a Inverter or Generator?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  3 роки тому +1

      I wouldn’t suggest doing that because the inverter has voltage control you don’t wanna take a chance blowing up your inverter generator the other generator doesn’t have voltage matching

  • @BucketListBadass
    @BucketListBadass 5 місяців тому

    What if your generator has NO parallel port for running parallel. My Sportsman 4000 duel fuel generator has no connection ports to do this? Please help. Did I miss something?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  5 місяців тому

      You may have to read the manual if it says parallel, capable, then Inverter will support paralleling

  • @BrendaNunez-qc5oe
    @BrendaNunez-qc5oe Місяць тому

    Hi gavin question Can you parallel a westinghouse 9500/12500 and a predator 5500?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  Місяць тому

      I don’t think the Westinghouse 9500 is parallel capable

  • @Wesleyco83
    @Wesleyco83 Рік тому

    Can you parallel a inverter generator with a non-inverter generator with both generator the same running watts?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  Рік тому

      Unfortunately no, two inverter generators are needed for this to work properly

  • @andytrotter6936
    @andytrotter6936 3 роки тому

    How bout mixing different watt generators and different brand generator. Have 2500 predicator and 3500 watt champion. Same connectors.

  • @tretataesde
    @tretataesde Рік тому

    hello Gavin. I would like to hook my 2 eco flow delta pro units up parallel so i can maintain my 120volt power. I know they have an adapter but its for 240volt power. can you help with this please. we can also converse by email or direct message. thanks

  • @1decee
    @1decee 2 роки тому

    Can you join two different brand generators with this Firman parallel kit, as long as they both have the plugs?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому +1

      Yes you can use it with any other brand no problems

    • @1decee
      @1decee 2 роки тому

      @@GeneratorReviews I meant mixing a Honda generator and say a Ryobi generator with the Firman parallel kit

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому +1

      @@1decee 👍🏾 yes

  • @tumbleweedking5668
    @tumbleweedking5668 3 роки тому

    Any brand except Champion, they have a square unique style more like a square.

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  3 роки тому

      Yep
      Thanks for pointing out that information about the champions👍🏾

    • @jakejohnson9779
      @jakejohnson9779 3 роки тому

      The WEN 3,800 and the Champion 4500 look almost identical. The champion has an outer squared off design, but both the WEN and the champion have a round center. Question being could I like the WEN and the champion together?

  • @TheModelmaker123
    @TheModelmaker123 Рік тому

    Does anyone know the name/nomenclature of plug on the separate wires that connect to the generator?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  Рік тому

      It’s always been called parallel cables, but I don’t know if that’s the proper term, I will research it for you.

  • @deddie4645
    @deddie4645 Рік тому

    I think Harbor freight just dropped their 50 amp parallel kit...... But they're saying it's 120 only. Can you explain how that works please?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  Рік тому

      I will check it out thanks for letting me know👍🏾

  • @philhall5609
    @philhall5609 2 роки тому

    Do they have to be the same amp output?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому +1

      No they don’t have to be the exact same amps but keeping them close helps with the load matching

    • @philhall5609
      @philhall5609 2 роки тому

      @@GeneratorReviews thanks

  • @cjdowndemocrats6746
    @cjdowndemocrats6746 Рік тому

    Will it work on two preditor 9500

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  Рік тому

      No this will not work on 240 V generators just 120 V generators

  • @KuntalGhosh
    @KuntalGhosh 2 роки тому

    U don't even need a parallel kit. If your inverter generators support parallel oparation u can just join the line with line and neutral with neutral of any other inverter generator of same voltage and frequency and it will work in parallel..the inverter board has detection and can sync with the incoming line frequency and waveform to not cause a big short.

    • @KuntalGhosh
      @KuntalGhosh 2 роки тому

      Internally the parallel plugs are just connected to one of the mains plug. Red goes to line and black goes to neutral. That's how the wiring is inside the genarator. And u have live mains at the parallel kit plug.

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому

      Yep! You’re right the only thing the parallel kit does is now that you doubled your output power that 30amp plug will still trip at 30amps so the kit has a 50 amp plug.
      If the generator come with the step up plug then perfect 👍🏾

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому

      Thanks Kuntal

    • @Lilbit2558
      @Lilbit2558 Рік тому

      Great info - so are you saying you could join the red to red and black to black parallel ports directly and if the unit already has a 240V/50A plug then you can pull double the power off that plug? (For example I was looking at the Genmax GM7250ieDC trying to increase the 240V/50A power)

  • @johndeere9650sts
    @johndeere9650sts 2 роки тому

    Hi Gavin, I have searched and searched for an answer about paralleling generators. I still have not found my answer. People will say.... "you can parallel any generator". Ok. But then some say... "if it is parallel ready" How do you know if it is? I am buying two 15000/9000 W generators. Can I parallel them? Is it possible to parallel any two generators, no matter how many Watts? They will be identical generators. The brand I am looking at is Benchmark. I hope you can help me.

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому

      Conventional portable generators that are not equipped with the inverter technology are usually not parallel capable, because you need to synchronize them before attempting to double their power output.
      If you notice most Generators that are parallel capable are inverter generators
      And if you buy two conventional generator They will not be able to be parallel together

    • @kimmer6
      @kimmer6 2 роки тому

      @@GeneratorReviews Interesting!
      What happens when generators that are not synchronized and get connected? I saw what was left of a 10 Megawatt (10 million watt) generator in a small power station that came apart after its breaker opened under load. A faulty synchronization relay slammed the generator back on line without being synchronized. The torque ripped 1-1/4'' steel generator foundation bolts out of the concrete foundation and threw the generator into the second floor conference room before slamming back down into its hole. It broke the Elliott steam turbine output shaft and wrecked everything so badly that the turbine and generator were scrapped.
      I supervised the crew who replaced the unit with a used Westinghouse turbine generator set that we adapted to the foundation. We overhauled it in place and got it up and running. The Westinghouse unit came from a closed mill in Danville, Virginia and was shipped to Sacramento, Ca, by a convoy of fully loaded 80,000 pound tractor trailer rigs. I was at both ends on that assignment. Danville had a terrible lightning storm one day and we said it was an appropriate sign because we were breathing lightning back into this old tired unit destined for the scrap yard.
      Gavin, you need some more MPPT charge controllers on that wall! I have that same Reliance transfer switch.
      Gas turbine and steam turbine generators were my bread and butter for a decade when I was a Field Engineer for GE. I visited 17 countries. I kept the lights on all over the planet, so for my house to ever be dark would be a supreme insult to me.
      In the late 1960's my mom talked Amana into giving us a Radarange microwave oven to road test in a 9000 mile 2 month trip all over the USA. Nobody knew what that thing was. We had tons of show-n-tell every place we stopped. I will bet that we were the first to ever put a microwave oven in a motorhome...a 27 foot Dodge Travco with 10,000 watt Kohler 4 cylinder generator. Thumbs up for every one of your videos!

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому +1

      @@kimmer6 Thanks 🙏🏾 for watching buddy
      Wow!! That’s an awesome story, I bet we would definitely talk about this for hours.

    • @kimmer6
      @kimmer6 2 роки тому

      @@GeneratorReviews I wish you were my neighbor!!!

  • @josemanuel2244
    @josemanuel2244 7 місяців тому

    So, this parallel kits wont convert to 240v?

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  7 місяців тому +1

      Nope, the parallel kit will only double the power output unless its two 240v generators.

  • @phillipyoung3722
    @phillipyoung3722 2 роки тому

    Can you use it on 9500 generator

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому

      I think the maximum this one allows is 7600 W continuously and it’s for 120v. Not for 240v use

  • @Mark-il5wu
    @Mark-il5wu 5 місяців тому

    Note: only inverter generators sync automatically. Will not work with non inverter generators.

  • @AndrewMcSpadden
    @AndrewMcSpadden 2 роки тому

    What about using 2 different brand generators

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  2 роки тому

      Hi Andrew
      You can pretty much mix and match any generator brand as long as the both parallel capable. I like to keep them close in power rating but you don’t have to.
      ua-cam.com/video/bsu3C15WNhE/v-deo.html

  • @user-uy2qf7hq4e
    @user-uy2qf7hq4e Рік тому

    This vid is incorrect you cannot run any generator with these kits as these kits are 120v not 240v

    • @GeneratorReviews
      @GeneratorReviews  Рік тому

      You can run any 120 V generator I think I mentioned that but thanks for pointing that out you’re right.

    • @Akhazmat907
      @Akhazmat907 18 днів тому

      Yes you can. I have firman and Honda, I have ran then together just stay in the watts rating between them. I have non quiet whisper generator.