Spoolmatic distance from engine drive ?

[DesertRider33]

I am considering replacing my Bobcat with a Trailblazer 302. One of the reasons is more process capability on the truck. One thing I am looking forward to be able to do is hook up my Spoolmatic 15A for mig'ing aluminum if I get the WC24 controller to connect it to the Trailblazer.

My question is, how far out (feet of cable) can I go from the engine drive with the spool gun before it creates a problem with running the gun (voltage drop to the gun motor maybe) ?

Thanks for your replies.

[tresi]

Your leads can be as long as you want to drag around as long as they are a large enough gauge to prevent excessive voltage drop.

[duaneb55]

I've seen 50' extension cables on ebay but don't recall if the cable gauge was listed, nevertheless X2 on what tresi said.

[DesertRider33]

Thanks, that is helpful.

[machavis]

Miller makes a 75' 14 pin cord. It works for the spoolguns, high freq unit and suitcases. I have all three and no issues. However Miller does not recommend more than 75'

[DesertRider33]

Thanks.

How much do they get for one of those 75 foot cords, may I ask ?

[Finney]

I have personly run 225 ft of 14 pin (3-75footers) without any problems.

[DesertRider33]

Wow, this is sounding even better. :)