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Originally Posted by WDShaffer

I used to have a huge extension cord from the dryer plug over to my welder--okay until the 'lil lady stayed home from work.

If your panel can suppot it, add a 220v cuircuit. I run my air compressor on 220, too. A 110v will perform sheet metal welding just fine, but is puny after about 14 gauge metal...most frame and suspension stuff if thicker than 10 gauge.

My plasma cutter, a small Hobart brand, is 110v and demands it's own 30 amp circuit due to the power needed to strike the ark, and it has been working fine on sheet metal to 3/16".

LOL. Mine is already a stay at home mom! Thanks for the advice.