13 Amp to 30 Amp

[GavFre]

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[Steve]

No.

Transformers convert VOLTAGE. To get more CURRENT (AMPS) you need to simply install a beefier circuit and associated plug and socket. As you're doing this in a residential premises, you should use a qualified electrician.

What is the maximum input of the welder?

 

[GavFre]

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[breezer]

nope.

if your arc welder needs a big supply then it needs a big supply, there is no wy round it

 

[GavFre]

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[breezer]

Is it correct that 65amps is the highest i can go on a 13amp socket?

the warning on the box stated to only take it to 65 amps on a 13 amp plug.

 

[tim west]

Damn, ok thanks.

Is it correct that 65amps is the highest i can go on a 13amp socket?

Probably if the instructions say so.

 

[GavFre]

Ah, but if a welsh man is within the Chester walls past 12, it is legal to shoot him with a longbow.

 

[JohnD]

The max input of the welder is 160 amps i think.

No, the input is at 230volts, and the output is at (lower) volts

But the output is at 160Amps and the inut is at (lower) amps.

Apart from losses in the transformer, the number of watts is the same, but it changes it from high volts and low amps in, to low volts and high amps out.

There should be some actual figures in the instructions or makers rating plate.

 

[breezer]

but the answer is still no

 

[Steve]

As John says, the answer is on the rating plate on the welder. It should say something like "230V ~50Hz ***Amp ***Kw" Where *** is the numbers we need. Its likely to be around 20-30 amps.

 

[breezer]

As John says, the answer is on the rating plate on the welder. It should say something like "230V ~50Hz ***Amp ***Kw" Where *** is the numbers we need. Its likely to be around 20-30 amps.

yes, but the answer is still no, he cant set it to higher than what it already says

Is it correct that 65amps is the highest i can go on a 13amp socket?

the warning on the box stated to only take it to 65 amps on a 13 amp plug.

 

[securespark]

is there a risk of any damage if i push it slightly higher?

Blow the fuse?

 

[Steve]

is there a risk of any damage if i push it slightly higher?

Blow the fuse?

Dont give him ideas!

 

[cb9002]

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