Cato Forum Supporter Messages 2,010 Location Birmingham, UK Feb 20, 2024 #1 What size of 3 phase generator would be required to run a Lincoln Powertec 420? At face value it seems to be 30 Kva or above but that seems a little low to me?
What size of 3 phase generator would be required to run a Lincoln Powertec 420? At face value it seems to be 30 Kva or above but that seems a little low to me?
E T Member Messages 411 Location Netherlands Feb 20, 2024 #2 According to Lincoln 19kVA+ 30%= 24.7kVA
Cato Forum Supporter Messages 2,010 Location Birmingham, UK Feb 20, 2024 #3 E T said: According to Lincoln 19kVA+ 30%= 24.7kVA Click to expand... I saw similar, but it didn't seem enough. But if that's what it needs then that's fine.
E T said: According to Lincoln 19kVA+ 30%= 24.7kVA Click to expand... I saw similar, but it didn't seem enough. But if that's what it needs then that's fine.
W Wildefalcon Member Messages 1,910 Location Gloucestershire, England Feb 20, 2024 #4 Are three phase welders less demanding on start up? Vaguely think so.
S steve t Member Messages 769 Feb 21, 2024 #5 I've got a 30 kva generator and can weld with my 350 amp welder on full power if needed. No groans from generator.
I've got a 30 kva generator and can weld with my 350 amp welder on full power if needed. No groans from generator.