I have a wen power 3000 watt 3500 surge watt generator. It only weighs 100lbs. I have limited space in my van, and usually work alone So I can get it out myself.
It has a 120 & 230 receptacles and a 25 breaker. I want to purchase the Miller Maxstar 150s because of its lightweight, portability. It uses 2400 watts at max 150 amps on the 230 line. I want to weld 1/8, 3/16" brackets using 1/8" electrode 6011 7018. I dont have the ability to try one with my generator. Any good advice is appreciated!
I think you may have made a mistake with the input wattage. You will need minimum 5000 watts to run this welder at max output on 230v.
Also, when you purchase your Maxstar, get an STL (907135) model, not the S (907134) model. The S models are cheaper, but they also had problems with the pc boards in them and when they go, it cost practically as much to fix it as to buy a new one.
Also, when you purchase your Maxstar, get an STL (907135) model, not the S (907134) model. The S models are cheaper, but they also had problems with the pc boards in them and when they go, it cost practically as much to fix it as to buy a new one.
Jim
Pipefitter/Weldor out of Local 396
Millermatic 252
Dynasty 200DX
Maxstar 150 STL
Spoolmate 100
Hypertherm Powermax 85
Miller Digital Elite
JD2 Model 32 Bender
Emerson 7120 Horizontal/Vertical Bandsaw
Oxy-Gas Torch outfit
Generac XP8000E Generator
Pipefitter/Weldor out of Local 396
Millermatic 252
Dynasty 200DX
Maxstar 150 STL
Spoolmate 100
Hypertherm Powermax 85
Miller Digital Elite
JD2 Model 32 Bender
Emerson 7120 Horizontal/Vertical Bandsaw
Oxy-Gas Torch outfit
Generac XP8000E Generator
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Hi there,
Check the specs of your welder,it should tell you if, 1) it is generator compatible, and 2) exactly what size generator you will need.
Mick
Check the specs of your welder,it should tell you if, 1) it is generator compatible, and 2) exactly what size generator you will need.
Mick
Hey ASC,
I apologize for the misinformation about the S model.
The problem was with older machines using second rate pc boards and them going bad. If you purchase a new S model that has recently been manufactured, you are getting a good machine. I own a 150 STL and it is a good machine.
I apologize for the misinformation about the S model.
The problem was with older machines using second rate pc boards and them going bad. If you purchase a new S model that has recently been manufactured, you are getting a good machine. I own a 150 STL and it is a good machine. Jim
Pipefitter/Weldor out of Local 396
Millermatic 252
Dynasty 200DX
Maxstar 150 STL
Spoolmate 100
Hypertherm Powermax 85
Miller Digital Elite
JD2 Model 32 Bender
Emerson 7120 Horizontal/Vertical Bandsaw
Oxy-Gas Torch outfit
Generac XP8000E Generator
Pipefitter/Weldor out of Local 396
Millermatic 252
Dynasty 200DX
Maxstar 150 STL
Spoolmate 100
Hypertherm Powermax 85
Miller Digital Elite
JD2 Model 32 Bender
Emerson 7120 Horizontal/Vertical Bandsaw
Oxy-Gas Torch outfit
Generac XP8000E Generator
Is there a major size difference between the STL and S models? I am looking for a relatively small but very good generator and I am kind of twisted between using generator rental or buying myself a new one. I think it all just depends on the prices and on whether it is cheaper to rent rather than to buy. Though buying one has a lot of great advantages.jpence38 wrote:I think you may have made a mistake with the input wattage. You will need minimum 5000 watts to run this welder at max output on 230v.
Also, when you purchase your Maxstar, get an STL (907135) model, not the S (907134) model. The S models are cheaper, but they also had problems with the pc boards in them and when they go, it cost practically as much to fix it as to buy a new one.