Connecting Weld Cable, Weld Cable Sizes

4-7. Connecting Weld Cable

From Wire Feeder

1	2

Rear View	!	Turn Off wire feeder and
		welding power source. Stop
		engine on welding
		generator.
	1	User-Suppled Weld Cable
	Follow wire manufacturer’s recom-
	mendations for weld cable polarity.

2User-Suppled Male Connector

3User-Suppled Female Connector

Push female connector over male connector, and turn 1/4 turn clock- wise.

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			Weld Cable Size** and Total Cable (Copper) Length in Weld Circuit
	Weld Output			Not Exceeding***
	Weld Output
	Terminals
! Turn off power before
	connecting to weld out-			150 ft	200 ft	250 ft	300 ft	350 ft	400 ft
	put terminals.		100 ft (30 m) or Less	150 ft	200 ft	250 ft	300 ft	350 ft	400 ft
!	Do not use worn, dam-		100 ft (30 m) or Less	(45 m)	(60 m)	(70 m)	(90 m)	(105 m)	(120 m)
				(45 m)	(60 m)	(70 m)	(90 m)	(105 m)	(120 m)

	aged, undersized,	or
	poorly spliced cables.

*This chart is a general guideline and may not suit all applications. If cable overheats, use next size larger cable.

**Weld cable size (AWG) is based on either a 4 volts or less drop or a current density of at least 300 circular mils per ampere.
( ) = mm2 for metric use	S-0007-F−

***For distances longer than those shown in this guide, call a factory applications representative at 920-735-4505.