New Cutmaster 39... Please Help

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Sorry if this is a really stupid question....I just got the new cutmaster 39 and I want to plug it into the 220v outlet that I use for my welder. The manual says to cut the cord and replace the male plug. I really would like to find another option like making my own pigtail or adapter. I have went to many stores looking for a 220/240v female plug with the existing 110v male plug configuration but they only come in 110v 20 amp. BTW - If you have done this successfully, a picture it would be wonderful.Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!Thanks!
Reply:I have done it but don't have a picture with me right now. I used a 20amp 110voly female end which I hooked up to a 30amp cord. I then used a 50 amp welder plug on the other end which I use in my welder outlet. I hate this setup as the plug comes apart sometimes. I know how you feel about cutting the new plug off but thats what i am going to do now. I just bough some 20amp three prong twist locks which I am going to make two adaptors for it. One back to the 110volt 20 amp plug and the other to a welder plug. I am also hooking up a proper 20amp outlet and breaker that the 20amp twist lock will fit so I am properly protected when using the plasma at home. I really think this is the best idea.hope this helpsMiller DVI2Lincoln Precision Tig 225Thermodynamics Cutmaster 38Everything else needed.
Reply:Hmmm it sounds like the dual voltage unit comes with a 110v cord cap, and you are looking to adapt it to 220v????.   I would cut the cap off, install a 220v-15a or 20a plug on the cord,  and make an adapter to use on 110.  What would happen if "someone" grabbed your adapter and plugged your favorite tool (big screen tv etc) into it and tried to use it on 220v???. The various configurations are designed to prevent this sort of error.  powering a 220v tool from 110 PROBABLY won't be instantly fatal to the 220v tool,  plugging a 110v device into a 220v outlet will most likely release the magic blue smoke that electric stuff runs on. You could go as far as getting twist lock bodies (female extension cord connector) and a matching male cap (both 220v 20a) for the welder. and make up two longer cords for the welder, one for 120v and one for 220. as long as that configuration of twist lock isn't used for anything else, nothing can plug into the adapter that isn't supposed to be....jamlit -- we cross posted! Last edited by fredf; 09-06-2009 at 11:20 AM.-- fredLincoln 180C MIG
Reply:Originally Posted by fredfHmmm it sounds like the dual voltage unit comes with a 110v cord cap, and you are looking to adapt it to 220v????.   I would cut the cap off, install a 220v-15a or 20a plug on the cord,  and make an adapter to use on 110.  What would happen if "someone" grabbed your adapter and plugged your favorite tool (big screen tv etc) into it and tried to use it on 220v???. The various configurations are designed to prevent this sort of error.  powering a 220v tool from 110 PROBABLY won't be instantly fatal to the 220v tool,  plugging a 110v device into a 220v outlet will most likely release the magic blue smoke that electric stuff runs on. You could go as far as getting twist lock bodies (female extension cord connector) and a matching male cap (both 220v 20a) for the welder. and make up two longer cords for the welder, one for 120v and one for 220. as long as that configuration of twist lock isn't used for anything else, nothing can plug into the adapter that isn't supposed to be....jamlit -- we cross posted!
Reply:I would put a 4-wire 120/240 combo plug on the cord and then make one adaptor to plug into 110v and another adaptor to plug into 220v.   A 14-30 twist-lock would be a good choice for the dual voltage plug.  Use a 5-15 for the 110v and a 6-30 or 6-50 for the 220v and you can plug into most common outlets.MM350P/Python/Q300MM175/Q300DialarcHFHTP MIG200PowCon300SMHypertherm380ThermalArc185Purox oaF350CrewCab4x4LoadNGo utilitybedBobcat250XMT304/Optima/SpoolmaticSuitcase12RC/Q300Suitcase8RC/Q400Passport/Q300Smith op
Reply:Thank you very much for the quick responses! At least I have more options to consider. I am anxious to get this thing fired up.
Reply:I'd take the machine to your local electrical supply house and ask them to help fit you up. They'll most likely have everything you'll need right there and you wont be running all over town looking for this plug and that plug.They'll also have the cable.Last edited by GiantTechGuy; 09-07-2009 at 08:22 PM.http://www.PlasmaMetalCutter.comGiantTech Cut40DGiantTech Cut50DGiantTech CT520DGiantTech Tig200sGiantTech Arc200GiantTech Tig200PACDCMiller MM210No Brand Chinese Chop SawNo Brand Chinese 4" Angle Grinder
Reply:You could always buy an MVP cord off a grumpy Maxstar owner...
Reply:I guess I just have to say this......if you had bought a Hypertherm Powermax30.....the adapters come with the unit and are prewired!Jim
Reply:Originally Posted by jimcoltI guess I just have to say this......if you had bought a Hypertherm Powermax30.....the adapters come with the unit and are prewired!Jim
Reply:Thermal Dynamics now offers a multivoltage power cord aand adapters.  The following parts would be required to retrofit your unit.multivolt input power cord =>>>   9-0215   suggest list $30230 volt adapter   =>>>   9-0177   $20    adapter from multivolt cord to a NEMA 6-50120 volt adapter  =>>>    9-0217   $20    adaptes from multivolt cord to 120 voltsYou might want to check. I do not believe that your generator will have a Nema 6-50 receptical. Thanks Gene