The subject of extension cord encompasses a wide range of important elements. Extension cord for mig - Weld Talk Message Boards. Extension cord for mig 01-21-2007, 10:05 AM Hi, I am looking at getting a new mig welder (lincoln 175) but in order to use it I would have to run it off an extension cord- around 100-150ft. I am just curious if this will work, or will it lose to much amperage and not work correctly.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Dan Tags: None Additionally, on extention cords for using hobart 140 - Weld Talk Message Boards.
On E-bay they sell a 100 foot 8 gage welders extension cord for around 100 bucks with male and female ends. I have tried to build extension cords cheaper but with the parts and wire, it is way cheaper to get the E-bay ones. Hobart Handler 140 replacement power cord.
I've tried using an extension cord, but it really affects the machine's capability. I've heard of people replacing the factory power cord with something like 12/3 or even 10/3. Electrical plug/outlet conversions - Weld Talk Message Boards. It's important to note that, the extension cord should have at least 10 gauge wire conductors but 8 gauge (bigger) conductors would be even better. My understanding is the welder's plug connects to two hot legs and neutral if it is powered by the utility's electrical service.
Thanks, your feedback is much appreciated. Extension cord or longer leads? Equally important, - Weld Talk Message Boards. Extension cord vs welding leads, extension cord cheap, move welder all over or $150 for 100' of leads and leave the welder where it sits?
Depends on how deep your pockets are I guess. I hated moving my welder around through the shop though, usually piled with stuff and was easier just to drag the cables across. I have a cord 20-25 feet long with 10 gauge wire and there is no problems.
Any longer I would go for 8 gauge. Just make sure your wiring from the panel to the receptacle is capable of handling a welder with a extension cord. Once again it's like a extension cord except it's in the wall. Furthermore, last edited by urch55; 04-25-2010, 04:06 PM. Building on this, extension cord for Hobart 210 MVP - Weld Talk Message Boards.
I would like to make a extension cord for my Hobart 210 MVP Welder, 230 volt. Is it possible to make it 75'? Building on this, i was going to use 8/3 cord for this? The 12' extension cord I'm using is 10 gauge, 3-conductor.
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