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Bobcat or other gasoline powered welder?
Miller does make a unit named PIPE PRO 304 CC/CV W/DUAL POWER
which lists for around $13K. It will run off 230VAC single-phase power. By comparison, if grid power is not a requirement, the TRAILBLAZER 301 G(KOHLER)CC/CV AC/DC 10,000W lists for around $4200 and is an excellent machine. A diesel version is available as well. This unit is rated for AC TIG. Just cannot run it off the grid. I have used a Bobcat for some time for portable power and stick welding. There is usually some cost in wiring up a receptacle for any non-engine drive, which I avoided by getting the Bobcat. There ARE limits to emergency generator use - about 10KW and about 8-10 hours for gasoline-fueled, depending on load. These units will run 3600 rpm if there is even a small load attached. On Tue, 07 Oct 2003 15:48:06 -0400, Tom Quackenbush wrote: I'm currently thinking of buying a welder that I can use in the field and also use as an emergency generator. Do any of these welders have provisions for using the welder off of grid power ( 230VAC, 1 PH, in my case) or would I be better off buying a stand alone welder + generator? I'm thinking basic stick welding, but I'm not ruling out TIG, depending on the price tag. Recommendations on brands / models would be welcome. Thanks. R, Tom Q. |
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