Size the load before the generator.
Add the running watts for every simultaneous load and one realistic motor-start event. Then leave operating margin; a maximum claim is not a continuous rating.
Add only what must run together.
Pick a quick example or build your own list. Replace our planning watts with the figures on your exact appliances.
Don’t know the wattage? Find your deviceSearch an exact model or choose one of 27 quick device types.+
Start with a brand, model or device type.
Exact models show their source. If the model is not indexed yet, use an editable category estimate instead.
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Starlink Mini
Manufacturer-sourced range- Typical range
- 25–40 W
- Starting value
- 40 W
- Brief peak
- 60 W
Check and edit these values once you have a nameplate or measurement.
Wi-Fi router + modem
Editable category estimate- Typical range
- 12–25 W
- Starting value
- 18 W
- Brief peak
- 25 W
Check and edit these values once you have a nameplate or measurement.
Phone charging
Editable category estimate- Typical range
- 5–20 W
- Starting value
- 15 W
- Brief peak
- 20 W
Check and edit these values once you have a nameplate or measurement.
Laptop workstation
Editable category estimate- Typical range
- 45–100 W
- Starting value
- 65 W
- Brief peak
- 100 W
Check and edit these values once you have a nameplate or measurement.
Desktop computer + monitor
Editable category estimate- Typical range
- 150–500 W
- Starting value
- 250 W
- Brief peak
- 500 W
Check and edit these values once you have a nameplate or measurement.
Camera or drone charging
Editable category estimate- Typical range
- 40–200 W
- Starting value
- 120 W
- Brief peak
- 200 W
Check and edit these values once you have a nameplate or measurement.
12V compressor fridge — daily average
Editable category estimate- Typical range
- 15–35 W
- Starting value
- 22.5 W
- Brief peak
- 120 W
Check and edit these values once you have a nameplate or measurement.
Home refrigerator — daily average
Editable category estimate- Typical range
- 25–60 W
- Starting value
- 40 W
- Brief peak
- 600 W
Check and edit these values once you have a nameplate or measurement.
Australian generators to check for your load
A first shortlist from documented Australian models, using your targets including the selected margin.
1 documented Australian option to check against 100 W running and 800 W starting load.
EU32
View model and specifications →Unleaded petrol (91 RON) · 240V / 50Hz
- Manufacturer rated output
- 2,600 VA Your running target: 100 W
- Manufacturer maximum output
- 3,200 VA Your starting target: 800 W
VA is not the same as W. Check your appliances’ VA or power factor and motor-start current and duration before choosing this model.
Why this is a candidate
Your watt targets do not exceed the numerical VA ratings. This is an initial range check, not proof that the generator can start or safely run your appliances.
Operate outdoors, away from openings and protected from wet conditions. Confirm the exact outlet, physical compliance marking, rated lead, earthing/RCD instructions and load before use; never backfeed a socket or switchboard.
Official Australian specifications ↗Only the Australian catalogue is used here. Confirm the physical outlet, appliance ratings and manual. No stock, delivery or retailer offer is implied.
Wattage is only one gate.
Confirm 230–240V/50Hz compatibility, the exact outlet and label, compliant lead, outdoor placement, carbon-monoxide safety and the manual’s earthing/RCD instructions. Installed changeover equipment requires a licensed electrician and local approval.