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    May 27, 2010, 06:34 AM
    Can a 2000 watt generator run a small electric chain saw
    Can a 2000 watt portable generator run a small electric chain saw that's rated at 3.5 hp?
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    May 27, 2010, 04:36 PM

    I think something is fishy with the numbers. What actually does the nameplate say? 3.5 Peak HP?

    While there are 746 Watts/HP, this isn't generally enough to start it. 746*3.5 = 2611 and 2611/120 = 21.758 Amps.

    So, something is fishy.

    3 to 5 times the HP rating for starting but it depends on the motor. The chain saw will mostly be started unloaded which will help.
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