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    Aug 7, 2010, 08:23 AM
    Generator size
    Hi new guy here.

    I have a question about what size generator to use.
    We do epoxy flooring and we will be using a shot blaster and a vac.

    Here are there sizes and also they will be running at the same time. So I know will need a good size generator.

    Shot blaster Blast Motor: 10 hp (7.51kw)
    Amperage: 26A
    Voltage: 230V, 3ø, 60 Hz
    Power Cord: 50 ft. (15m)

    Vac Amperage: 15.6/13.3A
    Voltage: 230V/440V, 3ø, 60 Hz
    Power Cord: 30 ft. (9m)

    And here's a link to the blaster & Vac
    1-10DPS75 - Blastrac, NA

    BDC-3140P - Blastrac, NA

    Thanks for any help Ron.
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    Aug 7, 2010, 08:36 AM

    You will obviously need a 3 phase compressor. At minimum an 18kW unit.
    Most likely you will need a tow behind trailer type unit.
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    Aug 20, 2010, 08:10 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by stanfortyman View Post
    You will obviously need a 3 phase compressor. At minimum an 18kW unit.
    Most likely you will need a tow behind trailer type unit.

    Thanks for the info. Been away from work the last week and a half.


    I have this GA97HE. Would this generator be able to run just one of the pieces of equipment? I could get a second generator for the other piece?

    Thanks Ron.
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    Aug 20, 2010, 09:04 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by epoxy View Post

    I have this GA97HE. Would this generator be able to run just one of the pieces of equipment? I could get a second generator for the other piece?

    Thanks Ron.
    No. That is a single phase unit. You need 3-phase.
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    Aug 21, 2010, 09:36 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by stanfortyman View Post
    No. That is a single phase unit. You need 3-phase.
    Ok thanks for the info.
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