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Old 11-12-2008
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you can run a 140 off a 6kva generator but recommend bigger as the intial
hit takes alot of power. I know people running 230amp AC/DC kemppi TIG of
8kva generator. I also have seen a small invertor generator run a 140amp DC
stick but only let it push max of 70 amps so not worth the trouble.You have
watch the ratings on welder's as although it may say it is 200amp it really can
only supply that amperage if you have the power to back it up. 200 amps need's a constant 23amp supply any else will actually reduce your duty cycle.
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