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Old 05-04-2010, 01:24 PM   #1
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220w extension cord?

Anyone know where to find one cheap, or that could explain how to make one? Need to use a buddys welder and don't have 220 in the garage..
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Old 05-04-2010, 02:19 PM   #2
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Re: 220w extension cord?

they aint cheap for a good one// last one i made for a welder was right at $100 for a thiry footer// all parts required are in stock on the shelf at home depot
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Old 05-04-2010, 02:43 PM   #3
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Re: 220w extension cord?

I used a 50' 10-3 extension cord from local home store and cut the ends off and matched the plugs on the welder. Send me a pm if you want pics or wiring help.
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Old 05-04-2010, 02:44 PM   #4
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Re: 220w extension cord?

Yeah, just get you some 8/3 SO or SJ cord (wire) and whatever plugs you need.

I just put a cord on my compressor, used 20' 8/3 SO and one male plug, got out for about $60. Got it at the local electric supply. I already have 220v, and an extension for my welder, so all I had to do was run enough power supply from the compressor to the extension cord. You'll need a female plug too, another $20?

The SJ cord is (usually) slightly cheaper cause the neoprene outer shell is not quite as thick.
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Old 05-04-2010, 03:35 PM   #5
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Re: 220w extension cord?

If its just temporary what about renting it?
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Old 05-04-2010, 03:43 PM   #6
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Re: 220w extension cord?

If you need the NEMA 6-50R and 6-50P (50 amp receptacle and plug) they were a bit** to find for me. For some reason Home Depot has the R but not the P. Likewise the electrical supply house has the P and not the R. It took too much time and running around to get them both. With those and about 40' of SJOO? 10/3 cable It cost about $85 total. That's the cheapest I could do it and believe me if I can save a buck I will. Now if you're using a dryer end for a receptacle you could save about $10.
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Old 05-06-2010, 01:00 PM   #7
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Re: 220w extension cord?

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If its just temporary what about renting it?
Where would they rent a cord? Thinking for the cost it would not be worth it.
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