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Dead Parrot · 12-08-2021, 02:28 PM

What type welder? Old school transformer or newer inverter?

I have a 3kw military inverter generator(MEP 831A) that is supposed to provide 31A @ 120V. On a static load it does real good. If I try to use my Lincoln 140C welder(120V), the disconnect on the generator often opens. Guessing the inverter generator doesn't like the instant short the welder provides any time you have an oops with the wire distance.

Something to test before you buy an inverter type generator.

12-08-2021, 02:28 PM	#11
Dead Parrot Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 2,483	Re: Generators What type welder? Old school transformer or newer inverter? I have a 3kw military inverter generator(MEP 831A) that is supposed to provide 31A @ 120V. On a static load it does real good. If I try to use my Lincoln 140C welder(120V), the disconnect on the generator often opens. Guessing the inverter generator doesn't like the instant short the welder provides any time you have an oops with the wire distance. Something to test before you buy an inverter type generator.