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Old 05-28-2004, 05:55 PM
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Is it possible to run a small mig welder on a short (12') 12-3 extension cord?
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Is it possible to run a small mig welder on a short (12') 12-3 extension cord?
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Old 05-28-2004, 06:18 PM
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12 gauge wire is rated for 20 amps, so as long as your welder draws less than that you should be OK. You're not going to get any appreciable voltage drop over ten feet.

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