Generac 7kW Generators: Until the end of 2014, Generac only offered one 7kW model. The CorePower 5837 provided an exceptional compromise between the convenience of a home standby generator and the affordability of a portable generator. There were a slew of limitations as far as transfer switch compatibility, composite enclosure installation and compatibility to Generac’'s Mobile Link technology. Because of this, Generac revamped their 7kW line to offer more selection and greater versatility.

The Generac PowerPact 7kw Series offers three combinations of purchase options. The standalone model 6561 give you the flexibility to select your transfer switch based on the amperage you need. The Model 5837 only had one transfer switch option. This forced customers to upgrade to a larger home standby when that transfer switch didn’t fit their application. The model 6561 can also come packaged with a 50a pre-wired switch. This package is Model 6518. The Model 6519 is the package option that has a 50a switch that is not pre-wired. All three of these PowerPact options have galvanneal steel enclosures and are compatible with the Mobile Link technology.

With all of the different options, we recommend that you speak to our in house staff, or a licensed electrician before making a decision. No one generator can serve everyone equally, which is why both Generac and Kohler have offered so many different options in the same kW rating. You can chat with us live or call during normal business hours for more information.

Generac 6kW Generator: The 6kW is the only Generac Generator model that is meant for off grid use. This generator was specifically designed and built to operate in areas where there is no option of having utility power. You can use the 6kW Generac as a primary source of power as long as you use it with a battery back-up, solar power, wind power, etc. without voiding the warranty. If you took any other Generac Generator and modified it to work off grid it would void the warranty. Using the EcoGen 6kw generator, model 5818, you’ll be able to get all of the backup power that you require at an affordable cost. 

Kohler 6kW Generators: Kohler Power Systems also offers a variety of 6kw off grid generators. Because of the circumstances around these models, and the fact that they are off grid, we prefer customers to call our office for more details and to verify their applications. Our factory trained customer support team will be able to give you the details on all of the models. If you have an account with us, you will be able to login and request the ability to view these generators. Kohler has recommended all of their vendors apply this process to insure that everyone gets exactly what they need.

All of the Kohler air cooled generators can be used off grid and have a shorter warranty. With this 6kw generator you’ll get to keep the full warranty and save money on fuel. The way that this happens is that with most generators they are fixed at 3600rpm at 60 hertz to be able to produce power. The Kohler unit doesn’t stay at a fixed speed, instead it differs depending on how much power it needs to supply. With this generator the speed can fluctuate between 2300-2900rpm, so, on top of lowering fuel consumption it can also reduce wear and tear as well as noise production. The 6VSG models vary based on transfer switch.

If you are looking for a residential generator to just power the bare essentials then look no farther. Most Generac generators are longer in length so they take up a lot of space, however the PowerPact models are smaller. They are a foot shorter in length and half the height of a larger standby model. The previous 7kW model had a composite plastic enclosure which allowed some flexibility on how far away from the home it had to be installed. This was also a fire hazard which is why Generac chose to replace it with the steel enclosure.