What type of generator do I need to power a 180amp mig welder.?
I have a van and wish to kit it out with generator, welder and power tools. The genrator needs to cope with a 180amp rated welder plus 110v power tools (grinder, drill etc) being used at the same time. The generator needs to be diesel powered not petrol. The ones i’ve looked at are rated in Kva’s. Not too sure how to work out how many Kva’s i will require. Help please.
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It will probably take something like 6.6 KVA’s to run it. Similar one’s take a 220 VAC, 30 amp circuit.
The Model 180 MIG welds up to 1/4″ steel. 6 heat settings and infinitely adjustable wire speed control welds a wider range. Max. output 160 amps with 30% duty cycle. Requires 220 Volts 60 cycle 30-amp circuit.
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