Re: FS: small wire feed 120v welder

hobart is a fine welder, built by miller and sharing many common components. i was under the impression you were going 220v?

although you can weld thicker base metals with the larger welder, the biggest advantage of going big is that it gives you room to grow as a welder.

MontanaJeeper did pass the time by typing:

That and a 220 outlet isn't hard to install. It's just one double or ganged breaker, some 10-3 romex (red, black, white, ground), and a 220 outlet that will match your equipment. Some go with the standard dryer 220 then adapt. 10gauge wire will give you a service max of 30A. If your going to weld super heavy metal with a stick you probably would want a 40A service (8 Gauge). Running, bending, and connecting 8ga is a real pain in the ass. You need the largest wall box you can fit.

Always run the primary outlet (220) first then sister off for any 110 outlets.

In all cases you should either get a construction permit (with inspection) or have a licensed electrician do the work. I had an electrician I know pull the permit and do the inspection.