[Paragon36]

Hello...

Is it possible to connect the outputs of two arc welders in parallel so as to gain higher current output or duty cycle?

I am thinking of the general arc welders purchased from a general store with a rating of around 200 amps each max.

Thanks
SRG

[DSL PWR]

That should work well.

[Paragon36]

Thanks DSL_PWR :-)

[Al_The_Man]

You did not specify what type of welder AC/DC SMAW, MIG etc?
The power supply characteristics of these are very different, e.g. SMAW relies on voltage collapse to guarantee constant current, as opposed to MIG which possesses constant voltage.
Al.

[Paragon36]

The welders I am interested in are like these ...
Not sure what they are AC / DC etc etc.
http://www.worldofpower.co.uk/acatalog/arc_welding.html

Cheers
SRG

[Al_The_Man]

They look like a mixed bag, it is hard to tell as the specs are a bit thin on the ground!
They mention stick and wire feed, but not definitively AC or DC.
Al.