Welder dilemma... opinions?
10-04-2004, 05:05 PM
#31
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Re: Welder dilemma... opinions?
Won't do flux core?? If you can reverse the polarity you can run any gas
MIG unit with flux core.
You won't like the 15% duty cycle. That works out to 90 seconds of weld
time every 10 minutes.
Cherokee-LTD wrote:
> Hey Steve,
> I was at Princess Auto to do a demo on the Deca and they couldn't because
> they weren't set up for it. I was not impressed by the Deca, it felt really
> cheap... thin gauge case etc. Also, it won't do flux core.
> -Brian
>
> "Steve" <xjlifter@bogus.com> wrote in message
> news:FCe8d.142887$Np3.6066217@ursa-nb00s0.nbnet.nb.ca...
> : Hi Brian,
> :
> : Princess Auto has the Italian made Deca on sale for CA$329:
> :
> : http://princessauto.com/_osn.cfm?CTRY=CAN&output=OSN
> :
> : "115V, 20 amp, AC input. 70 amps@ 15% duty cycle. Automatic thermal
> : shutdown protection. 4 heat settings, variable wire speed; live wire
> : trigger. Gas operation only"
> :
> : Steve
> : http://xjeep.dyndns.org
> :
> :
> : Cherokee-LTD wrote:
> : > I need a mig welder for the XJ. I want to finish my floors and some
> future
> : > odd jobs might include frame sliders, shock mount relocation, building
> : > bumpers etc.
> : >
> : > I've narrowed the search down to:
> : >
> : > Lincoln SP-135+ http://tinyurl.com/4p3cg
> : > Lincoln SP-135T http://tinyurl.com/45yd5
> : > Millermatic 135 http://tinyurl.com/4gtzp
> : > Hobart Handler 140 http://tinyurl.com/6gzyj
> : >
> : > I've been using the Lincoln 135+ and it's a great machine.... it's
> almost
> : > me-proof. (re: foolproof).
> : > Looking for pro's and con's, not biased opinions! Example infinite
> : > adjustment vs. pre-sets, automatic wire feed adjustment vs. manual etc.
> : >
> : > If anyone has a good source for any or all of these machines to deliver
> to
> : > Canada please include that info.
> : >
> : > Thanks,
> : > -Brian
> : >
> : >
>
>
MIG unit with flux core.
You won't like the 15% duty cycle. That works out to 90 seconds of weld
time every 10 minutes.
Cherokee-LTD wrote:
> Hey Steve,
> I was at Princess Auto to do a demo on the Deca and they couldn't because
> they weren't set up for it. I was not impressed by the Deca, it felt really
> cheap... thin gauge case etc. Also, it won't do flux core.
> -Brian
>
> "Steve" <xjlifter@bogus.com> wrote in message
> news:FCe8d.142887$Np3.6066217@ursa-nb00s0.nbnet.nb.ca...
> : Hi Brian,
> :
> : Princess Auto has the Italian made Deca on sale for CA$329:
> :
> : http://princessauto.com/_osn.cfm?CTRY=CAN&output=OSN
> :
> : "115V, 20 amp, AC input. 70 amps@ 15% duty cycle. Automatic thermal
> : shutdown protection. 4 heat settings, variable wire speed; live wire
> : trigger. Gas operation only"
> :
> : Steve
> : http://xjeep.dyndns.org
> :
> :
> : Cherokee-LTD wrote:
> : > I need a mig welder for the XJ. I want to finish my floors and some
> future
> : > odd jobs might include frame sliders, shock mount relocation, building
> : > bumpers etc.
> : >
> : > I've narrowed the search down to:
> : >
> : > Lincoln SP-135+ http://tinyurl.com/4p3cg
> : > Lincoln SP-135T http://tinyurl.com/45yd5
> : > Millermatic 135 http://tinyurl.com/4gtzp
> : > Hobart Handler 140 http://tinyurl.com/6gzyj
> : >
> : > I've been using the Lincoln 135+ and it's a great machine.... it's
> almost
> : > me-proof. (re: foolproof).
> : > Looking for pro's and con's, not biased opinions! Example infinite
> : > adjustment vs. pre-sets, automatic wire feed adjustment vs. manual etc.
> : >
> : > If anyone has a good source for any or all of these machines to deliver
> to
> : > Canada please include that info.
> : >
> : > Thanks,
> : > -Brian
> : >
> : >
>
>
10-04-2004, 05:17 PM
#32
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Posts: n/a
Re: Welder dilemma... opinions?
Infinite control is nice, 4 step control is quite acceptable with these
smaller units. If $$$ is an issue, go with the step control. (Or pick up
an infinite control unit on sale if possible)
Look for the duty cycle, it is a good measure of the unit quality.
Higher duty cycle= heavier duty transformer. Duty cycle is the weld time
in any 10 minute period.
All of the these units will get derated to about the same amperage: In
order to get up to the higher ratings, you need to plug them into a 30
amp 120volt circuit. Plugging them into a standard 20 amp circuit
derates all of them to about 90 amps or so.
Forget about the rated thickness on any of these 120 volt welders.
Anything over 1/8" or so that works well on a 20 amp circuit requires
multiple passes. One of the regulars over on sci.engr.joining.welding
claims to have done 1" material using one of these welders. Took him
most of the day to lay on the multiple passes and wait for the welder to
cool off. Doable but completely impractical!
Using flux core requires changing the polarity so the electrode is
positive. Look inside to see if the two heavy leads from the transformer
can be reversed. You will typically see two heavy leads going to two
bolts somewhere near the wire drive assembly.
Using these units with gas gives nicer looking welds. Using these with
flux core gives better penetration, works better in windy conditins
(outside), and works better on rusty or dirty steel.
Don't even think about aluminum, not enough power.
Cherokee-LTD wrote:
> Thanks Rusted, I tend to agree but the 175 is out of my price range and I
> want to stick to a 110V machine. I included the Hobart machine because of
> it's higher rating (140) and it claims to weld 1/4" in a single pass. The
> (possible) downside is the 4 preset voltage outputs vs. infinite control of
> the SP-135 and Millermatic 135. I don't know if this should be a deal
> breaker though.
> -Brian
>
> "Rusted" <noEmail@please.com> wrote in message
> news:Qeg8d.16661$CL6.3217@fe59.usenetserver.com...
> : Look at the specs of the Lincoln SP-175 as well. I have been using a 135
> : for auto body work and it is perfect for that, but I would think that
> : building bumpers or rock-sliders with the 135 may be at it's limit.
> :
> :
> : "Cherokee-LTD" <spammenot@home.com> wrote in message
> : news:JIadnfFBl7LDvPzcRVn-vA@rogers.com...
> : >I need a mig welder for the XJ. I want to finish my floors and some
> future
> : > odd jobs might include frame sliders, shock mount relocation, building
> : > bumpers etc.
> : >
> : > I've narrowed the search down to:
> : >
> : > Lincoln SP-135+ http://tinyurl.com/4p3cg
> : > Lincoln SP-135T http://tinyurl.com/45yd5
> : > Millermatic 135 http://tinyurl.com/4gtzp
> : > Hobart Handler 140 http://tinyurl.com/6gzyj
> : >
> : > I've been using the Lincoln 135+ and it's a great machine.... it's
> almost
> : > me-proof. (re: foolproof).
> : > Looking for pro's and con's, not biased opinions! Example infinite
> : > adjustment vs. pre-sets, automatic wire feed adjustment vs. manual etc.
> : >
> : > If anyone has a good source for any or all of these machines to deliver
> to
> : > Canada please include that info.
> : >
> : > Thanks,
> : > -Brian
> : >
> : >
> :
> :
> :
>
>
smaller units. If $$$ is an issue, go with the step control. (Or pick up
an infinite control unit on sale if possible)
Look for the duty cycle, it is a good measure of the unit quality.
Higher duty cycle= heavier duty transformer. Duty cycle is the weld time
in any 10 minute period.
All of the these units will get derated to about the same amperage: In
order to get up to the higher ratings, you need to plug them into a 30
amp 120volt circuit. Plugging them into a standard 20 amp circuit
derates all of them to about 90 amps or so.
Forget about the rated thickness on any of these 120 volt welders.
Anything over 1/8" or so that works well on a 20 amp circuit requires
multiple passes. One of the regulars over on sci.engr.joining.welding
claims to have done 1" material using one of these welders. Took him
most of the day to lay on the multiple passes and wait for the welder to
cool off. Doable but completely impractical!
Using flux core requires changing the polarity so the electrode is
positive. Look inside to see if the two heavy leads from the transformer
can be reversed. You will typically see two heavy leads going to two
bolts somewhere near the wire drive assembly.
Using these units with gas gives nicer looking welds. Using these with
flux core gives better penetration, works better in windy conditins
(outside), and works better on rusty or dirty steel.
Don't even think about aluminum, not enough power.
Cherokee-LTD wrote:
> Thanks Rusted, I tend to agree but the 175 is out of my price range and I
> want to stick to a 110V machine. I included the Hobart machine because of
> it's higher rating (140) and it claims to weld 1/4" in a single pass. The
> (possible) downside is the 4 preset voltage outputs vs. infinite control of
> the SP-135 and Millermatic 135. I don't know if this should be a deal
> breaker though.
> -Brian
>
> "Rusted" <noEmail@please.com> wrote in message
> news:Qeg8d.16661$CL6.3217@fe59.usenetserver.com...
> : Look at the specs of the Lincoln SP-175 as well. I have been using a 135
> : for auto body work and it is perfect for that, but I would think that
> : building bumpers or rock-sliders with the 135 may be at it's limit.
> :
> :
> : "Cherokee-LTD" <spammenot@home.com> wrote in message
> : news:JIadnfFBl7LDvPzcRVn-vA@rogers.com...
> : >I need a mig welder for the XJ. I want to finish my floors and some
> future
> : > odd jobs might include frame sliders, shock mount relocation, building
> : > bumpers etc.
> : >
> : > I've narrowed the search down to:
> : >
> : > Lincoln SP-135+ http://tinyurl.com/4p3cg
> : > Lincoln SP-135T http://tinyurl.com/45yd5
> : > Millermatic 135 http://tinyurl.com/4gtzp
> : > Hobart Handler 140 http://tinyurl.com/6gzyj
> : >
> : > I've been using the Lincoln 135+ and it's a great machine.... it's
> almost
> : > me-proof. (re: foolproof).
> : > Looking for pro's and con's, not biased opinions! Example infinite
> : > adjustment vs. pre-sets, automatic wire feed adjustment vs. manual etc.
> : >
> : > If anyone has a good source for any or all of these machines to deliver
> to
> : > Canada please include that info.
> : >
> : > Thanks,
> : > -Brian
> : >
> : >
> :
> :
> :
>
>
10-04-2004, 05:17 PM
#33
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: Welder dilemma... opinions?
Infinite control is nice, 4 step control is quite acceptable with these
smaller units. If $$$ is an issue, go with the step control. (Or pick up
an infinite control unit on sale if possible)
Look for the duty cycle, it is a good measure of the unit quality.
Higher duty cycle= heavier duty transformer. Duty cycle is the weld time
in any 10 minute period.
All of the these units will get derated to about the same amperage: In
order to get up to the higher ratings, you need to plug them into a 30
amp 120volt circuit. Plugging them into a standard 20 amp circuit
derates all of them to about 90 amps or so.
Forget about the rated thickness on any of these 120 volt welders.
Anything over 1/8" or so that works well on a 20 amp circuit requires
multiple passes. One of the regulars over on sci.engr.joining.welding
claims to have done 1" material using one of these welders. Took him
most of the day to lay on the multiple passes and wait for the welder to
cool off. Doable but completely impractical!
Using flux core requires changing the polarity so the electrode is
positive. Look inside to see if the two heavy leads from the transformer
can be reversed. You will typically see two heavy leads going to two
bolts somewhere near the wire drive assembly.
Using these units with gas gives nicer looking welds. Using these with
flux core gives better penetration, works better in windy conditins
(outside), and works better on rusty or dirty steel.
Don't even think about aluminum, not enough power.
Cherokee-LTD wrote:
> Thanks Rusted, I tend to agree but the 175 is out of my price range and I
> want to stick to a 110V machine. I included the Hobart machine because of
> it's higher rating (140) and it claims to weld 1/4" in a single pass. The
> (possible) downside is the 4 preset voltage outputs vs. infinite control of
> the SP-135 and Millermatic 135. I don't know if this should be a deal
> breaker though.
> -Brian
>
> "Rusted" <noEmail@please.com> wrote in message
> news:Qeg8d.16661$CL6.3217@fe59.usenetserver.com...
> : Look at the specs of the Lincoln SP-175 as well. I have been using a 135
> : for auto body work and it is perfect for that, but I would think that
> : building bumpers or rock-sliders with the 135 may be at it's limit.
> :
> :
> : "Cherokee-LTD" <spammenot@home.com> wrote in message
> : news:JIadnfFBl7LDvPzcRVn-vA@rogers.com...
> : >I need a mig welder for the XJ. I want to finish my floors and some
> future
> : > odd jobs might include frame sliders, shock mount relocation, building
> : > bumpers etc.
> : >
> : > I've narrowed the search down to:
> : >
> : > Lincoln SP-135+ http://tinyurl.com/4p3cg
> : > Lincoln SP-135T http://tinyurl.com/45yd5
> : > Millermatic 135 http://tinyurl.com/4gtzp
> : > Hobart Handler 140 http://tinyurl.com/6gzyj
> : >
> : > I've been using the Lincoln 135+ and it's a great machine.... it's
> almost
> : > me-proof. (re: foolproof).
> : > Looking for pro's and con's, not biased opinions! Example infinite
> : > adjustment vs. pre-sets, automatic wire feed adjustment vs. manual etc.
> : >
> : > If anyone has a good source for any or all of these machines to deliver
> to
> : > Canada please include that info.
> : >
> : > Thanks,
> : > -Brian
> : >
> : >
> :
> :
> :
>
>
smaller units. If $$$ is an issue, go with the step control. (Or pick up
an infinite control unit on sale if possible)
Look for the duty cycle, it is a good measure of the unit quality.
Higher duty cycle= heavier duty transformer. Duty cycle is the weld time
in any 10 minute period.
All of the these units will get derated to about the same amperage: In
order to get up to the higher ratings, you need to plug them into a 30
amp 120volt circuit. Plugging them into a standard 20 amp circuit
derates all of them to about 90 amps or so.
Forget about the rated thickness on any of these 120 volt welders.
Anything over 1/8" or so that works well on a 20 amp circuit requires
multiple passes. One of the regulars over on sci.engr.joining.welding
claims to have done 1" material using one of these welders. Took him
most of the day to lay on the multiple passes and wait for the welder to
cool off. Doable but completely impractical!
Using flux core requires changing the polarity so the electrode is
positive. Look inside to see if the two heavy leads from the transformer
can be reversed. You will typically see two heavy leads going to two
bolts somewhere near the wire drive assembly.
Using these units with gas gives nicer looking welds. Using these with
flux core gives better penetration, works better in windy conditins
(outside), and works better on rusty or dirty steel.
Don't even think about aluminum, not enough power.
Cherokee-LTD wrote:
> Thanks Rusted, I tend to agree but the 175 is out of my price range and I
> want to stick to a 110V machine. I included the Hobart machine because of
> it's higher rating (140) and it claims to weld 1/4" in a single pass. The
> (possible) downside is the 4 preset voltage outputs vs. infinite control of
> the SP-135 and Millermatic 135. I don't know if this should be a deal
> breaker though.
> -Brian
>
> "Rusted" <noEmail@please.com> wrote in message
> news:Qeg8d.16661$CL6.3217@fe59.usenetserver.com...
> : Look at the specs of the Lincoln SP-175 as well. I have been using a 135
> : for auto body work and it is perfect for that, but I would think that
> : building bumpers or rock-sliders with the 135 may be at it's limit.
> :
> :
> : "Cherokee-LTD" <spammenot@home.com> wrote in message
> : news:JIadnfFBl7LDvPzcRVn-vA@rogers.com...
> : >I need a mig welder for the XJ. I want to finish my floors and some
> future
> : > odd jobs might include frame sliders, shock mount relocation, building
> : > bumpers etc.
> : >
> : > I've narrowed the search down to:
> : >
> : > Lincoln SP-135+ http://tinyurl.com/4p3cg
> : > Lincoln SP-135T http://tinyurl.com/45yd5
> : > Millermatic 135 http://tinyurl.com/4gtzp
> : > Hobart Handler 140 http://tinyurl.com/6gzyj
> : >
> : > I've been using the Lincoln 135+ and it's a great machine.... it's
> almost
> : > me-proof. (re: foolproof).
> : > Looking for pro's and con's, not biased opinions! Example infinite
> : > adjustment vs. pre-sets, automatic wire feed adjustment vs. manual etc.
> : >
> : > If anyone has a good source for any or all of these machines to deliver
> to
> : > Canada please include that info.
> : >
> : > Thanks,
> : > -Brian
> : >
> : >
> :
> :
> :
>
>
10-04-2004, 05:17 PM
#34
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: Welder dilemma... opinions?
Infinite control is nice, 4 step control is quite acceptable with these
smaller units. If $$$ is an issue, go with the step control. (Or pick up
an infinite control unit on sale if possible)
Look for the duty cycle, it is a good measure of the unit quality.
Higher duty cycle= heavier duty transformer. Duty cycle is the weld time
in any 10 minute period.
All of the these units will get derated to about the same amperage: In
order to get up to the higher ratings, you need to plug them into a 30
amp 120volt circuit. Plugging them into a standard 20 amp circuit
derates all of them to about 90 amps or so.
Forget about the rated thickness on any of these 120 volt welders.
Anything over 1/8" or so that works well on a 20 amp circuit requires
multiple passes. One of the regulars over on sci.engr.joining.welding
claims to have done 1" material using one of these welders. Took him
most of the day to lay on the multiple passes and wait for the welder to
cool off. Doable but completely impractical!
Using flux core requires changing the polarity so the electrode is
positive. Look inside to see if the two heavy leads from the transformer
can be reversed. You will typically see two heavy leads going to two
bolts somewhere near the wire drive assembly.
Using these units with gas gives nicer looking welds. Using these with
flux core gives better penetration, works better in windy conditins
(outside), and works better on rusty or dirty steel.
Don't even think about aluminum, not enough power.
Cherokee-LTD wrote:
> Thanks Rusted, I tend to agree but the 175 is out of my price range and I
> want to stick to a 110V machine. I included the Hobart machine because of
> it's higher rating (140) and it claims to weld 1/4" in a single pass. The
> (possible) downside is the 4 preset voltage outputs vs. infinite control of
> the SP-135 and Millermatic 135. I don't know if this should be a deal
> breaker though.
> -Brian
>
> "Rusted" <noEmail@please.com> wrote in message
> news:Qeg8d.16661$CL6.3217@fe59.usenetserver.com...
> : Look at the specs of the Lincoln SP-175 as well. I have been using a 135
> : for auto body work and it is perfect for that, but I would think that
> : building bumpers or rock-sliders with the 135 may be at it's limit.
> :
> :
> : "Cherokee-LTD" <spammenot@home.com> wrote in message
> : news:JIadnfFBl7LDvPzcRVn-vA@rogers.com...
> : >I need a mig welder for the XJ. I want to finish my floors and some
> future
> : > odd jobs might include frame sliders, shock mount relocation, building
> : > bumpers etc.
> : >
> : > I've narrowed the search down to:
> : >
> : > Lincoln SP-135+ http://tinyurl.com/4p3cg
> : > Lincoln SP-135T http://tinyurl.com/45yd5
> : > Millermatic 135 http://tinyurl.com/4gtzp
> : > Hobart Handler 140 http://tinyurl.com/6gzyj
> : >
> : > I've been using the Lincoln 135+ and it's a great machine.... it's
> almost
> : > me-proof. (re: foolproof).
> : > Looking for pro's and con's, not biased opinions! Example infinite
> : > adjustment vs. pre-sets, automatic wire feed adjustment vs. manual etc.
> : >
> : > If anyone has a good source for any or all of these machines to deliver
> to
> : > Canada please include that info.
> : >
> : > Thanks,
> : > -Brian
> : >
> : >
> :
> :
> :
>
>
smaller units. If $$$ is an issue, go with the step control. (Or pick up
an infinite control unit on sale if possible)
Look for the duty cycle, it is a good measure of the unit quality.
Higher duty cycle= heavier duty transformer. Duty cycle is the weld time
in any 10 minute period.
All of the these units will get derated to about the same amperage: In
order to get up to the higher ratings, you need to plug them into a 30
amp 120volt circuit. Plugging them into a standard 20 amp circuit
derates all of them to about 90 amps or so.
Forget about the rated thickness on any of these 120 volt welders.
Anything over 1/8" or so that works well on a 20 amp circuit requires
multiple passes. One of the regulars over on sci.engr.joining.welding
claims to have done 1" material using one of these welders. Took him
most of the day to lay on the multiple passes and wait for the welder to
cool off. Doable but completely impractical!
Using flux core requires changing the polarity so the electrode is
positive. Look inside to see if the two heavy leads from the transformer
can be reversed. You will typically see two heavy leads going to two
bolts somewhere near the wire drive assembly.
Using these units with gas gives nicer looking welds. Using these with
flux core gives better penetration, works better in windy conditins
(outside), and works better on rusty or dirty steel.
Don't even think about aluminum, not enough power.
Cherokee-LTD wrote:
> Thanks Rusted, I tend to agree but the 175 is out of my price range and I
> want to stick to a 110V machine. I included the Hobart machine because of
> it's higher rating (140) and it claims to weld 1/4" in a single pass. The
> (possible) downside is the 4 preset voltage outputs vs. infinite control of
> the SP-135 and Millermatic 135. I don't know if this should be a deal
> breaker though.
> -Brian
>
> "Rusted" <noEmail@please.com> wrote in message
> news:Qeg8d.16661$CL6.3217@fe59.usenetserver.com...
> : Look at the specs of the Lincoln SP-175 as well. I have been using a 135
> : for auto body work and it is perfect for that, but I would think that
> : building bumpers or rock-sliders with the 135 may be at it's limit.
> :
> :
> : "Cherokee-LTD" <spammenot@home.com> wrote in message
> : news:JIadnfFBl7LDvPzcRVn-vA@rogers.com...
> : >I need a mig welder for the XJ. I want to finish my floors and some
> future
> : > odd jobs might include frame sliders, shock mount relocation, building
> : > bumpers etc.
> : >
> : > I've narrowed the search down to:
> : >
> : > Lincoln SP-135+ http://tinyurl.com/4p3cg
> : > Lincoln SP-135T http://tinyurl.com/45yd5
> : > Millermatic 135 http://tinyurl.com/4gtzp
> : > Hobart Handler 140 http://tinyurl.com/6gzyj
> : >
> : > I've been using the Lincoln 135+ and it's a great machine.... it's
> almost
> : > me-proof. (re: foolproof).
> : > Looking for pro's and con's, not biased opinions! Example infinite
> : > adjustment vs. pre-sets, automatic wire feed adjustment vs. manual etc.
> : >
> : > If anyone has a good source for any or all of these machines to deliver
> to
> : > Canada please include that info.
> : >
> : > Thanks,
> : > -Brian
> : >
> : >
> :
> :
> :
>
>
10-04-2004, 09:07 PM
#35
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Re: Welder dilemma... opinions?
"Cherokee-LTD" <spammenot@home.com> wrote in message news:<JIadnfFBl7LDvPzcRVn-vA@rogers.com>...
> Looking for pro's and con's
before you buy any welder read
http://collierwelding.com/tech/welders/index.html if you have any
questions afterwards feel free to contact me directly.
> Looking for pro's and con's
before you buy any welder read
http://collierwelding.com/tech/welders/index.html if you have any
questions afterwards feel free to contact me directly.
10-04-2004, 09:07 PM
#36
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Re: Welder dilemma... opinions?
"Cherokee-LTD" <spammenot@home.com> wrote in message news:<JIadnfFBl7LDvPzcRVn-vA@rogers.com>...
> Looking for pro's and con's
before you buy any welder read
http://collierwelding.com/tech/welders/index.html if you have any
questions afterwards feel free to contact me directly.
> Looking for pro's and con's
before you buy any welder read
http://collierwelding.com/tech/welders/index.html if you have any
questions afterwards feel free to contact me directly.
10-04-2004, 09:07 PM
#37
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Re: Welder dilemma... opinions?
"Cherokee-LTD" <spammenot@home.com> wrote in message news:<JIadnfFBl7LDvPzcRVn-vA@rogers.com>...
> Looking for pro's and con's
before you buy any welder read
http://collierwelding.com/tech/welders/index.html if you have any
questions afterwards feel free to contact me directly.
> Looking for pro's and con's
before you buy any welder read
http://collierwelding.com/tech/welders/index.html if you have any
questions afterwards feel free to contact me directly.
10-05-2004, 11:23 AM
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Re: Welder dilemma... opinions?
"RoyJ" <spamless@microsoft.net> wrote in message
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: Won't do flux core?? If you can reverse the polarity you can run any gas
: MIG unit with flux core.
I don't know if you can reverse the polarity... didn't look that close. I
seem to remember the maximum wire size being .030, can you get flux core in
..030?
:
: You won't like the 15% duty cycle. That works out to 90 seconds of weld
: time every 10 minutes.
:
90 seconds / 10 minutes is about my speed... 10 seconds welding, 3 minutes
swearing, repeat as necessary.
Thanks for the tips
-Brian
10-05-2004, 11:23 AM
#39
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Re: Welder dilemma... opinions?
"RoyJ" <spamless@microsoft.net> wrote in message
news:eWi8d.2619$UP1.2554@newsread1.news.pas.earthl ink.net...
: Won't do flux core?? If you can reverse the polarity you can run any gas
: MIG unit with flux core.
I don't know if you can reverse the polarity... didn't look that close. I
seem to remember the maximum wire size being .030, can you get flux core in
..030?
:
: You won't like the 15% duty cycle. That works out to 90 seconds of weld
: time every 10 minutes.
:
90 seconds / 10 minutes is about my speed... 10 seconds welding, 3 minutes
swearing, repeat as necessary.
Thanks for the tips
-Brian
10-05-2004, 11:23 AM
#40
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Re: Welder dilemma... opinions?
"RoyJ" <spamless@microsoft.net> wrote in message
news:eWi8d.2619$UP1.2554@newsread1.news.pas.earthl ink.net...
: Won't do flux core?? If you can reverse the polarity you can run any gas
: MIG unit with flux core.
I don't know if you can reverse the polarity... didn't look that close. I
seem to remember the maximum wire size being .030, can you get flux core in
..030?
:
: You won't like the 15% duty cycle. That works out to 90 seconds of weld
: time every 10 minutes.
:
90 seconds / 10 minutes is about my speed... 10 seconds welding, 3 minutes
swearing, repeat as necessary.
Thanks for the tips
-Brian