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Default Generator to power MIG welder

On Mon, 12 Oct 2009 09:43:51 -0700 (PDT), Jud
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Hi all - I haven't been here in a long time, but remember this to be
one of the most knowledgeable groups about all things metal...

I need to be able to power a small MIG welder (Lincoln SP-100T) with a
generator, but don't know enough about voltage, watts, etc to know
what size I need. It won't be continuous use, mostly spot welds or
joints that would require no more than 60 seconds of welding. This is
for an on-site found object metal sculpture.

Any help is greatly appreciated.

- Jud Turner


My SP-100 works fine on a Honda 2500 watt genny

Gunner

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