- Wattage (Gas): 12,000 W / 9,500 W
- THD: Unspecified
- Noise Level: 74 dBA
- Fuel Type: Dual Fuel (gasoline/propane)
- RV Ready: No
- Run Time@ 25% load: Unspecified
- Run Time@ 50% load: 12 h
- Weight: 205 lbs
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Description
With its dual-fuel technology, the Pulsar PG12000B is a powerful and versatile generator that can put out 120/240V. Even though it runs on gasoline, it has a running wattage of 9,500W and a peak wattage of 12,000. It runs on propane and has a rated power of 8550 watts and a starting power of 10800 watts. With Pulsar’s patented Switch & Go technology, you can switch from propane to gasoline or from gasoline to propane while the generator is running. The generator has a noise level of 74 dBA, which is just a little louder than a shower. It has a simple pull-start mechanism as well as an easy-to-use electric starter (battery included). With an 8-gallon fuel tank, the PG12000B can run for about 12 hours at 0.5 load when using gasoline (fuel consumption is approximately 0.67 GPH). If you use propane instead, it can run for about 5 hours (estimated based on a 20-lb tank, which uses about 0.94 GPH).
Outlets
The control panel has 6 AC outlets: two 120V 20A (5-20R) duplexes, a 120V/240V 30A (L14-30R) plug, and a 120V/240V 50A (14-50R) plug.
Also, it has 1 DC outlet with a 12V 8A output, which makes it easy to charge batteries.Since it has a 14-50R outlet, this Pulsar unit is ready for an RV with a 50-amp service if you have an RV with 50-amp service.The PG12000B is also transfer switch ready because it has a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle.You can easily connect it to your breaker box to power your home when the power goes out.Features
The PG12000B’s control center has a handy meter that shows voltage, frequency, and lifetime hours to help you keep track of its activity and status.
The generator has a built-in fuel gauge that makes it quick, easy, and convenient to check how much gas is in the machine.When it comes to safety, this product has an automatic low oil shut-off and an overload protection (circuit breaker), so you can use it without worry.The Pulsar PG12000B comes with some accessories, like a propane hose, a funnel, and a tool kit.It also comes with standard documentation and an owner’s manual to help you get started right away.Mobility
The Pulsar PG12000B is 28.5 inches long, 21 inches wide, and 22 inches high.
Together with its traditional, open-frame design, they support the generator and allow it to be raised above the ground.The design shown is great for the outdoors and other rough places.Even though this device is technically portable (meaning it can be moved), it weighs 205 pounds and can be hard to move and use without special tools.But its wheel kit (dia:10) makes up for the fact that it is hard to move around “) and a folding handle that makes it easy to move once it’s on the ground.Product Videos
The following charts show how some of the most important features of the Pulsar-PG12000B compare to other generators with the same power output.
**Fuel efficiency is give in relative percentage, 0 being the lowest and 1 being the highest value. Please see below specification table for actual value.
Specifications
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| Inverter | No |
| Fuel efficiency | 0.109 gal/kWh |
| Parallel capable | No |
| RV ready | No |
| Fuel | Dual Fuel (gasoline/propane) |
| Engine | 457 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric |
| Voltage | AC: 120/240V 60 Hz, DC: 12V |
Power
| Gasoline | Propane | |
| Running watts | 9,500 W | 8,550 W |
| Starting watts | 12,000 W | 10,800 W |
| Running amps (@120/240V) | 79.2/39.6 amps | 71.3/35.6 amps |
| Peak amps (@120/240V) | 100/50 amps | 90/45 amps |
| Run time @50% load | 12 h | 5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Unspecified | Unspecified |
Control Panel
| GFCI outlets | No |
| Covered outlets | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulator | Yes |
| AC outlets | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) |
| DC outlets | 1x 12V 8A output |
| Data center | VFT |
| Indicators | No |
| Fuel tank | Steel, 8 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes |
Mixed
| Weight | 205 lbs |
| Approx. dimen. (L x W x H) | 28.5 x 21 x 22 in |
| Noise (lower limit) | 74 dBA |
| THD | Unspecified |
| Compliance | CARB |
| Security | Low oil and overload protection |
| Spark arrestor | Yes |
| Accessories included | Funnel, tool kit, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty | 2 years |
- We compared more than 500 portable generators at 50% load. We found that there is “skewed right” distribution for the difference between 50% load and 25% load and the median comes at 1.43. With this number we converter all the 25% load runtime to 50% load. Same with the propane efficiency, where median is 1.38.
- For some generators where propane runtime was not given, we used NIST 1994 GGE (Gasoline Gallon Equivalent) formula: 5.66 lbs. of propane = 1 gal of gasoline. All propane runtime is for 20 lbs. propane tank (4.7 gallons).
- Unlike many other sites, we actually tried to find out information about each of the above requirements. However, we are human and are therefore capable of the odd oversight or mistake. Please let us know if you spot any missing or erroneous values so that we can fix them.
About the Manufacturer
Pulsar is a registered brand name for Pulsar Products Inc., which is based in California, USA.
The company has a good selection of air compressors, pressure washers, and, of course, generators.The generators range from 1.2 kW to 10 kW and come in dual fuel and RV-Ready models.Pulsar has a number of locations in the US, including two distribution centers, one in California and the other in Illinois.But it looks like their products are made in Asia, which is far away from where they are sold.Warranty Information
There is a warranty on the Pulsar PG12000B for up to 2 years.
This warranty may not cover all parts of the generator or may only cover certain parts.Pulsar generators come with a warranty that you can learn more about by calling Pulsar Customer Support at 1-866-591-8921.