How noisy are portable petrol generators?

This is a good question. You need to look after your hearing and all power equipment is noisy to a certain extent.

However, these days, with advanced muffling systems, enclosed designs sound damping and advanced anti-vibration systems, generators are getting ever quieter. 

 

Here is a list of our top 5 quietest generators. 

 

As a reference, it is worth knowing that city traffic sits at around 80dB(A) and a normal conversation at 60dB(A), the same as an air conditioning unit at 100ft. 

 

Generator sound levels are usually measured at a distance of 7 metres

 

 

Honda EU26i            = 49 – 58dB(A)

 

Honda EU10i            = 52 -58dB(A)

 

Honda EU20i            = 52 -58dB(A)

 

Loncin LC2000i-S     = 61dB(A)

 

Loncin LC2000i        = 61dB(A)

 

N.B. As part of compliance with EEC H&S rules and regulations, generators are marked min’ LWA which is a measurement from a different distance.