Extension Cords and Voltage

[Crossy]

1 hour ago, richard2u said:

Help, i have a 650 amp inverter weld machine and i need an extension lead. What should i buy, have seen many in Watsada but cannot get any advice from staff.

 

By far the best extension cords are those you make yourself. 

 

 

How far to you need to extend the welder? What type of plug does it have?

 

 

[richard2u]

10 M. has 2 prong, round, fits direct into outside wall socket. Thanks.

[Crossy]

8 minutes ago, richard2u said:

10 M. has 2 prong, round, fits direct into outside wall socket. Thanks.

 

Schuko plug like this?

 

You should be able to get plugs and trailing outlets from the major DIY places.

Plug https://www.homepro.co.th/p/1075843

Outlet https://www.homepro.co.th/p/1075891

 

For 10m I would run 1.5mm² flex to minimise the volt drop (2.5mm² would be better but may not fit into the plug connections).

 

Note the the Schuko plug is actually 3 pole, the ground being carried by the two metal side pieces you should really use 3-core flex and have the correct outlet at the house.

 

 

[richard2u]

Many thanks my friend, enjoy your day.

[sometimewoodworker]

3 hours ago, Crossy said:

 

Schuko plug like this?

 

You should be able to get plugs and trailing outlets from the major DIY places.

Plug https://www.homepro.co.th/p/1075843

Outlet https://www.homepro.co.th/p/1075891

 

For 10m I would run 1.5mm² flex to minimise the volt drop (2.5mm² would be better but may not fit into the plug connections).

 Just FWIW The linked plugs and sockets 

here is one, easily fit the 2.5mm 3 core cables.