Does anyone use a generator to run their clippers??

[Malteaser]

As per the title..... I'm just curious to know how powerful the generator need to be to power clippers

 

[WelshD]

I have a really decent generator but the lady that clips my pony says its obvious to her that its not mains power. The clippers work fine but she takes a couple of breaks and oils the blades more

 

[dotty1]

I used a power inverter in my car cigarette socket to power my listers, worked fine.

 

[TheEngineer]

Most generators should be fine, the average small clipper is around 80 to 100 watts, bigger heavy duty ones are 300 to 350 watts. This power drain should not strain even a small genny.

 

[Mike007]

Most generators should be fine, the average small clipper is around 80 to 100 watts, bigger heavy duty ones are 300 to 350 watts. This power drain should not strain even a small genny.

Hi theengineer ,about time you came out of your cave. The clipping season is upon us and we need your help.

 

[Shear Ease]

Just agreeing with TheEngineer. A clipper will not trouble even the smallest generator.

In addition:

The biggest risk is power spikes from the generator. Always use an RCD.

http://www.electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk/guides-and-advice/electrical-items/rcds-explained

Clippers are all 'low' amp - the most powerful one I know of is only 1.52A. They dont use all their power either, it would take something special for you to draw any where near the clippers rated power under normal use.

Most have a 'thermal overload cutout switch' built in but they are rubbish and hardly ever work properly. Add in that manufacturers seem to put any old switch in (not matched to the clipper amperage). These are supposed to be 'first defense' but cannot be relied upon and any sort of spike or overload CAN knacker up expensive pcb's or worse.

On a slight side not but still relevant all of the clippers should be fitted with a 3a fuse - it may not be the be all and end all but it is the safest and offers the best protection.

 

[TheEngineer]

Thanks Mike!! I was not going to come back. I got fed up with the STASI who admin blocking out company names if I dared to recommend anybody. I try to remain neutral "ish" but at the end of the day, I was giving what I thought was good advice. However, it seems that certain companies are allowed to promote complete crap because they pay. My bosses firm even actually advertise on H and H, but when I mentioned them, the company link was starred out. My engineer friend Mr Shear Ease has a logo which shows who he works for and others seem able to promote brands at will. I am still giving advice for free, just PM me if in need.

 

[Mike007]

At least you know we appreciate you and your help.

 

[Spot_the_Risk]

We use a genny, no idea of its power level but it's physically huge, it also powers a kettle, electric drill etc when required. Clippers are Lister Lasers, everything works just fine!

 

[3Beasties]

I used a power inverter in my car cigarette socket to power my listers, worked fine.

I've done this too!

 

[Malteaser]

Thanks for the replies guys, much appreciated.

 

[YorksG]

Don't know about clippers, but my 40 quid gennerator from Aldi works fine with the electric saw, which I should imagine uses more power than clippers

 

[Suelin]

I bought some Lister Liberty clippers. Battery jobs. Excellent. No need for power. Mr Engineer was very helpful when I asked for recommendations.

 

[Shear Ease]

My engineer friend Mr Shear Ease has a logo which shows who he works for and others seem able to promote brands at will

I do feel this is an unfortunate association and I therefor take the opportunity to distance myself from it. In my defense I have never once recommended the company I work for. I do have the company name and logo but this is balanced with the disclaimer below my posts. The logo and name may be the name and logo of the firm I work for but I am not here in a professional capacity. The name and logo, I believe give me credibility. It promotes me, not vise versa. I believe that having worked for the firm I work for for 10 years I have a unique perspective. The name and badge are a mark of this perspective. Every snippet of expertise I post is derived from the experience I have gained from the firm in question.

There have been a few posts where I have recommended a whole list of companies and not recommended the one I work for. I have never recommended ANYTHING they sell or ANY service they provide. I have never recommended the company I work for where there is financial interest to them or me. All I say and do here is honest, clear, unbiased and above board. I consider myself a keyboard warrior with nothing better to do, other than the enjoyment of helping folk out and sharing what I consider to be in depth knowledge about my trade. Both my posts and inbox are a testament to this.

Unfortunately you got a warning for writing what was essentially an advert for the company you work for. In addition you put forward a link to your company in allot of your posts without mentioning to folk that the firm you work for have financial interest in your recommendation. I don't necessarily agree with them having a problem with you doing this type of thing - both you and the company you work for are well worthy to be mentioned in glowing light in any conversation around the trade. The only trouble is is that people with much less expertise than yourself and the firm you work for can do the same and unscrupulously skew peoples ideas for financial gain.