110v Welder Q, extension cords? |
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110v Welder Q, extension cords? |
tat2dphreak |
Jul 17 2005, 02:02 PM
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stoya, stoya, stoya Group: Benefactors Posts: 8,797 Joined: 6-June 03 From: Wylie, TX Member No.: 792 Region Association: Southwest Region |
my garage isn't exactly built to weld in (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/smile.gif) the only plug is in the ceiling and the cord to the welder doesn't reach... what extension cords are Safe to use with a welder? I don't want to blow a breaker, I don't even know where the fuse box is, and I don't think the apartments would take it too kindly...
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cooltimes |
Jul 17 2005, 04:44 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,508 Joined: 18-May 04 Member No.: 2,081 Region Association: None |
I think you said somewhere you are using a MIG welder and welding on 914 sheet metal. Since it looks like if you do it in the apartment garage overhead light receptable using an extention cord, remove the light and screw in an adaptor you can plug the extention cord into. Hope the existing light outside the garage is ok but when you buzz the metal, that is all the light you need anyhow. I suggest you lower the welders amps with the amp selector wheel and try lowest amperage to weld with. Boost it up only if the wire is sticking and not burning thru the metal.
2nd suggestion is go to a friend who has a wall receptable, lots of light and weld. Take 6 pack and make a party of it. Even more fun if that friend is opposite sex and goes bananas after 1 beer, the heat from the welder makes it too hot to stay fully clothed while wanting to help you weld until you finish even if it takes all night. My .02 worth of help ain't much but sometimes it does help. LOL Warning. Nearing 70 years makes your imagination soar even without beer so drive in the fast lane while you can. Mike Cooley Memphis |
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