Honda (UK) has launched a series of new mid-range heavy duty generators, powered by Honda's new GX engine and featuring a new Digital Automatic Voltage Regulator (D-AVR) to give a smoother and more efficient output, similar to that of an inverter generator.

There are three variants in the new EG range – EG3600, EG4500 and EG5500, and they are positioned between the EC and EM ranges in Honda's open-frame generator line-up. They deliver similar power output to the EC but with the voltage stability needed to power more sensitive equipment, or to run tools and an incandescent lamp at the same time, for example.

The Digital AVR has a significant advantage over the traditional AVR. While a Digital AVR can detect the fluctuation of output voltage and feedback quickly to the generator to control output, a traditional AVR takes longer to feedback and therefore causes a larger fluctuation of voltage, which, for example, can cause a light to flicker.

The EG range delivers the longest continuous run length and best fuel consumption in its class at half load. The range has been designed with a 'centralised' layout – with key controls such as the start switch, manual choke, fuel valve and power outlet all arranged neatly in the outlet panel, to enhance ease of use. It also features a new large fuel tank and improved durability and reliability thanks to its new full-guard pipe frame. New styling aims to make the machine as rugged as possible, while its noise level is lowest in class.

David Hodgkinson, Marketing Communications Manager (Power Equipment), Honda (UK)

"There's an increasing need from professional customers to power more sensitive equipment, and for machines to be more versatile in what they can do. This mid-spec range fills this gap very nicely, giving the power, performance and durability that professionals have always demanded, but with the smoother and more stable output they increasingly need."