What Size KVA Generator for MIG Welder

[Lionelgee]

Hello All,

What capacity in KVA would be needed to run a Lincoln Speedtec 200C MIG Welder?

The welder's specifications are:


Speedtec 180C, 200C, 215C Product Info Operator Manual Search

Input Power: 115-230/1/50/60

Rated Output: 200A/24V@25%

Input Current: 16A

Output Range: 20-200A

Solid Wire Size Range: 0.6-1.0 mm

Cored Wire Size Range: 0.9-1.1 mm

Wire Feed Speed Range: 1-15 m/min

Dimensions (H x W x D): 396 mm x 246 mm x 527 mm
Net Weight: 17.2 kg

The SPEEDTEC® 180C & 200C units have been equipped with Power Factor Correction (PFC), a feature which supports high output welding current from a single phase 230V1Ph 50/60Hz supply allowing it to be used with a long (up to max 100m) primary extension cable

Power Factor Correction (PFC) More Welding Power, Energy and Cost savings, Generator Compatible.

I have had to delay getting my shed wired for electricity including some 15 amp circuits for my MIG welder. In the meantime I would like to get a generator so I can use the welder and plasma cutter - both are rated at 15 amps.

So what range of KVA capacity generator would be suitable to run the welder?

Kind regards
Lionel