Generator Cooling Interference Testing

What the testing showed
An independent product testing firm 360 Product Testing ran a generator under a heavy, real-world load (3,000 watts) to see whether using a GenTent affects how well the generator cools itself.

They operated the generator for over 30 minutes with and without a GenTent installed, while powering two high-output space heaters: about as demanding as typical home emergency use. Sensors and thermal cameras monitored heat at key engine and alternator cooling points the entire time.

The result?
Generator temperatures stayed essentially the same in both setups.

With the GenTent installed, engine cooling temperatures were only slightly higher, and the difference stayed within a normal operating range, about a 3-4°F difference, which is well within typical day-to-day temperature variation.

The bottom line:
Using a GenTent does not meaningfully impact generator cooling, even under a heavy electrical load. You can run your generator in rain, snow, or harsh weather with a GenTent installed without worrying about causing overheating or restricted airflow.

In short: with GenTent, you get weather protection without compromising performance.

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