Perhaps I am wrong, but this manufacturer seems to suggest otherwise:
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Originally Posted by HTG Power Generators
The sine wave refers to the shape of the waves produced. A pure sine wave inverter generator just like the HTG range of inverter generators has the ability to minimise the distortion of the sine wave, which means it produces very clean power similar to the power you receive in your house from the electricity company.
A generator that produces a modified sine wave produces a larger variance in the wave shape to the point it becomes distorted and produces a lesser quality power that can cause disruptions to electrical appliance. Standard electrical appliance such as power tools, fridges and toasters will run on a modified sine wave generator without any problems, but sensitive digital appliances, such as laptops digital TV’s and audio speakers would not be suitable to run off this type of generator.
The technology in an inverter generator that produces a pure sine wave costs more than the standard inverter generator on the market today.
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Better to ask then assume anyway.
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Originally Posted by MrB
I personally ditched petrol generators about 5 or 6 years ago, solar all the way now, so much better and best of all, dead silent.
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...except, by definition, solar power is only generated by day.
As astronomy is generally undertaken by night, this brings us back to needing to supplement the solar generator with (as per my above recommendation), of a good deep cycle battery.
I agree solar is the way to go, and this is what I use myself.
Just remember, a decent solar system will be twice the price of the quoted generators, not to mention another $300 for the quality 30 amp hour deep cycle battery.