Mustang generators: how originals differ from counterfeits

The 21st century brought a huge variety of new machinery and equipment, without which it is no longer possible to imagine everyday life. One thing is inconvenient: most of these devices are completely dependent on mains power. Hence - two serious difficulties. Firstly, electric networks are not laid everywhere. Secondly, not each of the networks is able to provide uninterrupted power: crashes and malfunctions on centralized lines, power surges - all this is not uncommon today.

The best way to avoid such difficulties is to use gasoline generators. Modern gasoline generators function as autonomous mini-electric stations, providing a constant supply of power to all necessary devices and machines.

A vivid example is the Mustang generators. This brand managed to win the trust of the whole world thanks to the distinctive features of its products. Household generators Mustang, used in 50 countries of the world, characterizes:

• High build quality;
• Reliable, stable work;
• Long service life.

What are the advantages of the Mustang equipment?

Constructively, the Mustang generators differ from other mini power plants - inexpensive, but already technically obsolete. In the Mustang unit, both intake and exhaust valves are not on the side, but on top of the engine cylinder. Another feature of the design: the intake valves are located strictly opposite the outlet. Thanks to this, a number of advantages are achieved:

• An order of magnitude higher strength and functionality than conventional generators;
• High efficiency;
• Increased power.

Another plus of gasoline generators "Mustang" is a cylinder with a so-called used working part. This built-in part is made of high-quality cast iron. Due to this design feature, the Mustang gasoline generators are characterized by:

• Stable uninterrupted operation;
• Accurate movement of the pistons;
• Increased engine wear resistance;
• Low fuel consumption;
• High noise and vibration isolation.

The walls of the inner sleeves of these generators are additionally adapted to the friction of the piston rings due to special risks, providing a quality grinding. In this case, a large amount of oil settles on the friction areas for uninterrupted lubrication.

In such devices as generators, the important role is played by the quality of the winding of the rotors and stators. The winding affects the supply of the generator with the required power. The "Mustang" units use a high quality winding made of copper wire of the required cross-section.

Power characteristics are the most important indicators for gasoline generators. A lot of other parameters depend on the power. In the range of Mustang generators there are different models of power, so you can easily choose among them the right option.

All the units produced by this American company are divided into the following types:

1. Generators are low-power (from 0,75 to 1 kW).
2. Generators are medium-power (from 2.5 to 2.8 kW).
3. Generators Mustang with increased power rating (4/5 / 6-7 kW).
4. Welding generators Mustang (5 kW).

Low-power household generators of this brand have a unique light weight - from 20 to 25 kg. This device is ideal for a trip to nature: it will help to comfortably spend time on the beach or organize a family picnic in the forest. This ergonomic mini-power plant will easily provide operation of several household electrical appliances. Another task that the low-power Mustang generators will master brilliantly is a short (from 4 to 7 hours) illumination of a private house, for example, a country cottage. That's why these light gasoline generators are a perfect backup option in case of power outages.

Medium-power gasoline generators of this brand function much longer - up to 16 hours without recharging. These Mustang models are the most popular in the world, as they are the best option for a combination of cost, quality and size.

Heavy-duty units "Mustang" (up to 7 kW) can function for more than 24 hours in a row. These gasoline generators can become permanent sources of electrical energy:

• For a cottage or country house;
• For the construction site, where work is carried out using electrical engineering;
• For boilers and pumps (in this case, the best choice - three-phase generators Mustang with an output of 380 V).

Welding generators "Mustang" can be used both as standard generators and as autonomously functioning welding machines. With a power rating of 5 kW and current regulation, the Mustang welding generators are capable of operating with 5 mm electrodes.

Where are the Mustang gasoline generators manufactured?

All Mustang equipment is manufactured by the factory of Changtong Machinery & Electrical LTD. It was built in China back in the 1960s and since then it has been manufacturing equipment oriented to Canada and the United States. Due to the high production capacity, Mustang successfully competes with such players of the world market as Honda, Yamaha and Generac. In North America, the Mustang corporation managed to cover 16% of the market. The secret of this brand is one - the constant quality of materials and the irreproachably verified process of assembling generators.

A competent choice of generators: how to identify a fake?

Today, not every manufacturer takes good care of the consumer's welfare. There are those who skillfully forges benzogenerators of famous brands and give out their equipment for the original, trying to make money on the famous brand.

Signs of a counterfeit generator

1. Cost. Unfair producers try to attract customers by understated prices for their products. Too low cost often signals primitive assembly and second-rate materials: the engine casing can be made of poor quality raw materials, the manufacturer can save on the inner cylinder liner. This entails a high risk of breakdowns and low engine functionality.

Often, to reduce the cost of the product, use aluminum wire to wind the stators. Aluminum is cheaper than copper, however, on the parameters of the generator its application is not affected in the best way. In addition, non-professionals often use a wire with a too small cross-section, which also worsens the operation of the gasoline generator. Finally, the most important part of the generator - the camshaft - for the sake of reducing the cost can be not metal, but plastic. Such gasoline generators will soon require repair, and even completely fail.

2. Appearance of the product. A self-respecting brand will not hide the country of manufacture of its equipment. First, the location of the plant on the quality of the product does not affect. Secondly, the indication of the producer state is an obligatory international requirement. Fake gas generators of the country of manufacture, as a rule, do not contain.

Another purely external sign of forgery is the apparent negligence of painting the product and the presence of one or more deformed elements. All this indicates the likelihood of problems in the operation of the device.

3. Documentation. Solid manufacturers must accompany home and welding generators with a list of spare parts and a warranty coupon. In addition, the generator motors have their own serial numbers and a clear factory marking. If you did not find at least one of the listed signs - this is an occasion to doubt the originality of the gasoline generator and in 95% of cases - in its quality.

There are always those who are willing to risk and save on buying. But most often household generators, purchased with a large discount, bring huge problems in the operation. Gasoline generators are purchased once and for a long time, so it is worth giving preference to a proven brand. Manufacturers such as Mustang are ready to provide insurance for any gasoline generators - this is a firm guarantee of quality and reliable operation of the devices.