Re:Proposed US Rule for Portable Generators Will Save Thousa...
by p1mrx on Thursday September 07, 2023 @06:22PM
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> It would maybe increase the production cost by what, 5 dollars?
If this rule passes, owners would need to replace their CO chemical sensor every 5-7 years, and it's likely that the manufacturers will charge more than $5 to ship the part. If I were making generators, I would encourage the CSPC to adopt the rule in order to create an ongoing "printer ink" style revenue stream.
Alternatively, they could just declare the generator EoL with no replacement sensor, so owners have to buy a new one after 7 years. They're saving lives and printing money, what's not to love?
If this rule passes, owners would need to replace their CO chemical sensor every 5-7 years, and it's likely that the manufacturers will charge more than $5 to ship the part. If I were making generators, I would encourage the CSPC to adopt the rule in order to create an ongoing "printer ink" style revenue stream.
Alternatively, they could just declare the generator EoL with no replacement sensor, so owners have to buy a new one after 7 years. They're saving lives and printing money, what's not to love?