welder extension cord wire size

[chrwilkins30]

need to make an extension cord for a arc welder. Im not sure which wire size to run. I want to make a 30-50ft cord.

Thanks

 

[srteach]

Go buy an UGLYS book. That is a reference for electricians and electronics. There are too many variables with the question you ask for anyone to safely answer it here.

 

[chrwilkins30]

Do you think 10 Gage would be good?

 

[4x4junkie]

What is the rated max current draw of the welder?

20A = 12GA
30A = 10GA
40A = 8 GA

 

[chrwilkins30]

ill go look and thanks for the chart.

Edit: found a few different number but found it on lincolnwelding website.

This is the one I have: http://www.lincolnelectric.com/en-us/Equipment/Pages/product.aspx?product=K1297

 

[4x4junkie]

#8 should be fine for that.

 

[chrwilkins30]

okay. sounds good. this is going to be pricey.

 

[Il Brutto]

I would say bigger is better.

Better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it!

 

[chrwilkins30]

true. Ill probably get it with next weeks check. need to buy my por15 and shift extender this week

 

[Sasquatch_Ryda]

Might be cheaper to just buy a pre made one...

 

[chrwilkins30]

Where would i find one of these cords.

I found a write up using the same plugs as i am?
http://collierwelding.com/tech/weldercord/

 

[Sasquatch_Ryda]

So you are plugging into a dryer outlet or a welder outlet?

Harbor Freight should sell the welder cords.

 

[chrwilkins30]

Im plugging it into the stove plug. I already swapped the plug on the welder just need the extension cord to run it outside.

 

[97TrailRigDD]

I got a 25' with 50amp welder plug ends that light up for $75 at Rural King.

 

[97TrailRigDD]

The one I have is like this. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Right-Angle-Welding-Cord-25Ft-8-Gauge-50-Amp-Cords-MIG-/170652877788?pt=BI_Welding_Supplies&hash=item27bbb443dc#ht_1591wt_883