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Originally Posted by thenuge26
(Post 1233174)
I ended up getting the PowerPro 205s.
The Eastwood is a more simple machine, but it has the advantage of working on 110v (if you're doing light duty stuff) or 220v. The Everlast is 220v only, but has a bunch more features, like adjustable cleaning for AC, pulse, upslope and downslope control. The Everlast also has a 5 year warranty (why I chose it) vs 3 years for the Eastwood (also Miller and Lincoln are 3 years). The PowerPro205 is more expensive, but I plan on getting a compressor at some point and I've heard good things about the plasma cutter part. My budget is sub 1000. Because I still need gas and all that stuff. 750 would be ideal, hence the eastwood I linked. |
Looks like Roda likes his AHP, it's out of stock on Amazon though.
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Originally Posted by aidandj
(Post 1233176)
Simadre Plasma Cutter CT5200D with Foot Pedal 25 Cons 50A 200A Welder 110 220V | eBay
Or something like that. Too good to be true? Honestly if you are not in a huge hurry then watch CL for a good tig welder. I bought my Lincoln 175 for about $900. It was used 4 times for stick welding only, came with an argon bottle, mask, welding stuff, and a cart. |
subbing here, looking at getting a tig/plasma combo or whatever.
I have never welded before...Anyone have a good source on beginner Tigging? also if I buy something like everlast 205s, what am I missing to start welding? Argon tank? what other consumables are required? |
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Originally Posted by Seefo
(Post 1233602)
subbing here, looking at getting a tig/plasma combo or whatever.</p><p> </p><p>I have never welded before...Anyone have a good source on beginner Tigging? also if I buy something like everlast 205s, what am I missing to start welding? Argon tank? what other consumables are required?
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<p>Yep, I also bought a kit from amazon that had different gas lenses and cups (though the Everlast comes with a gas lense and 2 cups). I also needed to go to Menards and buy a dryer cable and a 220 outlet to make an adapter to plug it in to my dryer outlet. </p>
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Originally Posted by shuiend
(Post 1233208)
I have a cheap eBay plasma cutter/tig welder...I should hook it up one of these days and give the TIG part a try to see how it compares to my Lincoln 175.
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So anyone have some insight into the AC tig welding? I know its mostly for aluminum, but looking at the price difference between the 165 and 205s, is the adjustability worth it? I do plan to do some aluminum welding and would rather not close (or severely limit) that option.
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<p>AC is necessary for aluminum welding from what I know.</p>
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Originally Posted by aidandj
(Post 1235327)
<p>AC is necessary for TIG welding from what I know.</p>
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<p>Damn it thats what I meant. AC is required to TIG aluminum.</p>
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Originally Posted by Seefo
(Post 1235332)
Not really, AC is really only used for Aluminum. It maybe the close association of TIG/Aluminum that makes it seem like that. Everlast offers DC only tig welders btw.
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Originally Posted by Leafy
(Post 1235427)
I dont see the point for a hobby scale tig to not have AC. It would totally make sense for an industrial scale machine that'll go in a shop that only does steel and/or stainless.
For a motorsport hobbyist it really doesn't make sense not to have AC. For an update, my AHP Tig is still going strong. I've used it for a few projects here and there, mostly steel. Still practicing on AL when I have time and materials, still need more practice, LOL. I would avoid combination units. All my research pointed to combo units not being as good as standalone welders or plasmas. |
<p>Yeah I think I'm pretty set on this eastwood: http://;http://www.eastwood.com/tig-...dc-welder.html</p>
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Originally Posted by aidandj
(Post 1235504)
<p>Yeah I think I'm pretty set on this eastwood: http://;http://www.eastwood.com/tig-...dc-welder.html</p>
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^ This. I just ordered one. It will take a few weeks to get here tho. After using an Eastwood for 4 years I reached its limits pretty quick. I'm looking forward to the adjust ability that this unit has.
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<p>Damn, now thats my new favorite.</p>
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My 211 autoset mig has served me well until i got in the big kid game. If i loose my shop access i'll be dropping coin on a used Miller Dynasty 200 more than likely. I've used one in the past and it does very well. pricey though..
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Bought a 200DX or DV as its called now.
Looking at consumables. So I understand larger tungsten means more amps before it breaks, but larger weld pool? From reading online I should be using 2% thoriated for steel and 2% lanthinated for AC welding and Aluminum. Is it common to have multiple sizes for both? also a few people said they just have the lanthinated type and use it for everything (and vice versa with the thoriated). |
I'm using Thoriated and Lanthanated as noted above, in 1/16, 3/32, and 1/8, depending on the thickness of the material.
You'll also want a gas lens kit, probably stubby, for better maneuverability... Stubby Gas Lens Kit , Metal Welding, Welder Supplies, Accessories for Welding | USAWeld.com |
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