Generator Starting Wattage Calculator
Estimate the generator starting wattage needed for motor-driven equipment by combining running watts, motor starting surge, quantity, and a safety margin.
Running Watts per Device (W)
Number of Devices
Motor Starting Surge
Light motor load (1.5x)
Moderate motor load (2x)
Heavy motor load (3x)
Hard-start compressor/pump (4x)
Devices Starting at Same Time
Safety Margin
10%
20%
25%
30%
Calculate
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