ReplyYou need a gen that can put out the required power demand that the welder requires to operate.
Solderer
Do welding units, such as a Multimatic 220 AC/DC (PDF spec sheet), need a specific generator to power it? For example, does that unit require the Miller Bobcat 260 (PDF spec sheet)? Or can cheaper generators be used?
WeldingWeb Artisan
You need a gen that can put out the required power demand that the welder requires to operate.
Jason
Lincoln Idealarc 250 stick/tig
Thermal Dynamics Cutmaster 52
Miller Bobcat 250
Torchmate CNC table
Thermal Arc Hefty 2
Ironworkers Local 720
Master Welder
Look at the spec sheet. you need 31.3 amp of 230 volt power to operate at 200 amps. So you will need a generator that can supply that power all the time.
watch out for peak power ratings. a generator can only supply peak power for a very short time. Used to start up a electric motor .
welder can pull 7.5KW so a peak power 8KW generator may not have enough power.
Watch the sales gimmicks, read the spec sheets and pick a good generator that can put of the power you need all day long.
