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9. How Much Generator Power Do you Need?
Miller packs its engine-driven welding generators with generator power to run tools and lights,
start motors, power equipment and run plasma cutters and inverter-based
welders. All our welding generators provide 120/240 VAC single-phase power, and
some of machines offer 460VAC three-phase power.
How Much Generator Power Do You Need?
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Step 1: Identify the items you wish to power at the same time. |
See Wattage Reference Guide for common tools and appliances |
Step 2: Determine total watts needed. |
Complete Generator Power Worksheet (pdf) |
Step 3: Review additional information. |
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) |
Power Requirements to Run a Miller Plasma Cutter off Generator Power |
Miller Plasma Product |
Generator Power Required |
Max. Cutting Capability |
Spectrum® Thunder |
4 kW |
3/16" |
Spectrum® 375 CutMate™ |
6 kW (240 V) |
1/2" |
Spectrum® 625 |
8 kW (240 V) |
5/8" |
Spectrum® 2050 |
8 kW 10 kW 12 kW |
5/8" 3/4" 7/8" |
Spectrum® 3080 |
12 kW |
7/8" |
Power
Requirements to Run a Miller Inverter-Based Welder off Generator Power
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Miller Inverter Product |
Generator Power Required |
Welding Output |
CST™ 250 |
8 kW (240 V) |
5 - 250 amps, CC |
XMT® 304 or ALT® 304 |
12 kW (240 V) |
5 - 400 amps, CC/CV |
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