The biggest problem i had was adapting the generator to the welder plug.
Running arc welder off generator.
I would avoid running any of the new computer controlled mig or tig stuff off a normal generator.
Stick welding from the generator sucks.
At weldclass we recognise that many operators especially in rural construction and maintenance industries have the need to run their welder off a generator.
You can run a small inverter welder off of a moderately sized generator as they only draw about half the amperage of a comparable transformer based welder.
The generator is breaker protected.
To successfully run your ac dc 225 125 welder you would need a minimum of a 15 000 watt ac generator.
You strike an arc then have to maintain it really tight while the genny sees the load and revs up.
If you are fortunate to establish an arc the arc will tend to pop out frequently.
Http goo gl lzejxl can both transformers and inverters be operated off non clean power generators without.
Weldforce machines by weldclass are specifically developed with generator use in mind and have a high level of protection against voltage fluctuations.
Also there will not be adequate heat input to the work resulting in low weld quality poor fusion and poor bead appearance.