Hey there,
I am somewhat new here (and pretty new to welding as well). I picked up a MP-45E Generator, and a Millermatic D-52A (Not S) wire feeder for a somewhat good price. Right now, my home doesn't have 3 phase power (Canada, sigh...) but I do have 240V 400A available to me due to an uncompleted addition. Pretty much my question is: Since I don't have 3-phase, should I sell it (and make a small profit), try to convert it (I believe it has been done before), or build a rotary phase convertor? I have the electrical skills to complete the last 2 (I work construction, and high voltage mains is just something I deal with), so what do you think? Is it a worthwhile machine to keep? Thanks!
I am somewhat new here (and pretty new to welding as well). I picked up a MP-45E Generator, and a Millermatic D-52A (Not S) wire feeder for a somewhat good price. Right now, my home doesn't have 3 phase power (Canada, sigh...) but I do have 240V 400A available to me due to an uncompleted addition. Pretty much my question is: Since I don't have 3-phase, should I sell it (and make a small profit), try to convert it (I believe it has been done before), or build a rotary phase convertor? I have the electrical skills to complete the last 2 (I work construction, and high voltage mains is just something I deal with), so what do you think? Is it a worthwhile machine to keep? Thanks!