Is this safe to use with a welding machine?
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I did not need to use a welding machine to splice [join] the 10-3 wire. I stripped the colored plastic coat of each wire with a simple wire stripper, and twisted the corresponding wires together with wire nuts -- one wire nut for each splice. Then I tightly wrapped the joined ends -- wire nuts and all -- with electric tape. So, the wire junction looks like a clump or nodule because of the four wire nuts. It's not pretty, but it is effective and safe, even for a dummy like me with no electrical saavy. I'm sorry, I can not directly answer your question pertaining to the welding machine, but I hope my answer is still helpful. Good luck! I did not need to use a welding machine to splice [join] the 10-3 wire. I stripped the colored plastic coat of each wire with a simple wire stripper, and twisted the corresponding wires together with wire nuts -- one wire nut for each splice. Then I tightly wrapped the joined ends -- wire nuts and all -- with electric tape. So, the wire junction looks like a clump or nodule because of the four wire nuts. It's not pretty, but it is effective and safe, even for a dummy like me with no electrical saavy. I'm sorry, I can not directly answer your question pertaining to the welding machine, but I... » Read More I did not need to use a welding machine to splice [join] the 10-3 wire. I stripped the colored plastic coat of each wire with a simple wire stripper, and twisted the corresponding wires together with wire nuts -- one wire nut for each splice. Then I tightly wrapped the joined ends -- wire nuts and all -- with electric tape. So, the wire junction looks like a clump or nodule because of the four wire nuts. It's not pretty, but it is effective and safe, even for a dummy like me with no electrical saavy. I'm sorry, I can not directly answer your question pertaining to the welding machine, but I hope my answer is still helpful. Good luck! « Show Less
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I am currently using 50 feet of this cable for switching between my plasma cutter and welder and it works great. The manual that came with my welder has a table that shows wire gauge based on length of cable. I just made sure it met the requirements in the manual when I ordered extension cable. The main concern is over a long cable there is a voltage drop. If the cable is too long the voltage drop is enough to rob you welder from its full output current.
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Wire is rated 30 amps. Are you using for welder supply power, or for welding leads? For supply, the welder must have an input rating of 30 amps or less. This wire is not suitable for use as welding leads.
1794949
I am not using my chord for a welding machine but the quality and gauge of the wire would lead me to believe, yes.
2133383
I haven't had any overheating problems with the Hot Max welder. I have been using it to repair the body on my truck and it has performed fine so far. The use has been intermittent and at a lower current range for this work. I've been using it with flux wire instead of using the shielding gas and solid wire and the results have been adequate for this work that isn't in a viewable area.
1119391
I'am not an electrician but, from what little I do know, that might be too far, even with heavy ga. wire. I would ask a professional electrician to be safe and prevent damage to your machine.
1502467
I wouldn't think so. It's a nice beginner mask for tig,mig and stick. But then if i use a grinder after welding it gets dark on and off quickly depending how many sparks I throw. Kind of annoying. Using the gas rigs it goes in and out while cutting. I don't think it's meant for that.
1953074
As a practical manner it does not trip the breaker in normal homeowner usage. Can weld all you want on the lower settings in my experience. The upper settings I have not run that much, but expect it to be fine on small projects.
469955
It's gonna do ok...my concern as a welder would be the metal heating up an distorting with the long welds..1/8 thickness
354374
No, it is to hot. You only need a small torch and the stainless steel wire. Check online for jewelry welding.
1185267
No its not suitable to weld much of anything. It will also Cost you more to setup for a tig package then it will to just buy a new lincoln welder.
1476346
It most certainly can.This is a great machine for the money.The key to such thin material is to weld slow,and give it a chance to cool.And as far smaller welder don't waste your time or money.Hope this helps.
85301
The machine does not work with aluminum. When welding on stainless steel, you need an aluminum rood. Set the settings right and you are good to go
15520
You will need a generator of about 3000W, to be on the safe side.Remember, the welder's duty cycle is about 10% (weld for one minute and let it cool off for 1o minutes). This will help the generator too.
733757
Hi, thanks for your inquiry. This is designed as basically a bolt-on kit, no welding should be required.
24224
This is a DC only machine. If you want to Tig weld aluminum this machine will not do it for ya
1127711
I've never welded it myself or have seen it welded, but since it is made of steel it must be possible. I would scrapE/sand the wire clean of any zinc coating to expose the bare steel.
1249559
Haven't a clue, but from other spool gun welder combos, I'd say that if you can match whatever the drive motor voltage is and figure out the plug pins for the feed/gas and welding current on/off are, then you can probably use it with most anything that can provide those requirements. I'd also say that while this is a handy little spool gun and works well with it's Hot Max mate, I think I'd go with something a bit more husky if I was planning to do a cross over of some type like you are asking about. I can say I'm very pleased with the Hot Max & spool gun combo I went with --it all just works. Hope that helps you, sorry I couldn't be of more help. Haven't a clue, but from other spool gun welder combos, I'd say that if you can match whatever the drive motor voltage is and figure out the plug pins for the feed/gas and welding current on/off are, then you can probably use it with most anything that can provide those requirements. I'd also say that while this is a handy little spool gun and works well with it's Hot Max mate, I think I'd go with something a bit more husky if I was planning to do a cross over of some type like you are asking about. I can say I'm very pleased with the Hot Max & spool gun combo I went with --it all just... » Read More Haven't a clue, but from other spool gun welder combos, I'd say that if you can match whatever the drive motor voltage is and figure out the plug pins for the feed/gas and welding current on/off are, then you can probably use it with most anything that can provide those requirements. I'd also say that while this is a handy little spool gun and works well with it's Hot Max mate, I think I'd go with something a bit more husky if I was planning to do a cross over of some type like you are asking about. I can say I'm very pleased with the Hot Max & spool gun combo I went with --it all just works. Hope that helps you, sorry I couldn't be of more help. « Show Less
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It's a nice little welder , I have welded 1/2 inch steel with no problem. But I don't think it would last long if you over worked it. If you want to weld for hours at a time , get a bigger welder.
2266257
Honestly, that depends. If I try to put too much power through this little welder, it flips the breaker, which basically limits me to 1/8" material. However, I don't have any 25 or 30 amp breakers in my electrical box, so, with a fat extension cord and enough power, I believe this box could handle 1/4" material at its maximum amperage of 85. Check out your own box and see if you are limited the same way as I.