Welders???
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One welder you might want to take a look at is Thermal arc, the 181i and 211i are dual voltage, 110 or 220, mig or flux core wire welding and stick welding all in one. Thermal arc is owned by Victor, like Tweeco so very reputable. I bought the 211i a few weeks ago and for home farm use it will do everything I need, I really like it
Dieseldude makes an important point, that of extension cords. Both my Hobart and my Dad's Miller 110V migs are sensitive to cord gage and length. If you have to use a cord, make sure it's heavy and as short as possible. It does make a big difference.
RCW
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I know Unionman asked the question, but man, did I learn a lot. An hour ago I was looking at a Hobart Handler at TSC.
I haven't welded since my family's dairy farm days, many years ago - typical Lincoln arc machine.
I've had a few fab ideas for my BX, but what I've REALLY been stewing on is a small homemade propane maple syrup evaporator (hey - its upstate New York after all). Typically, they are little more than an angle frame with variations for pans, burners, etc. I attached a pic of a common set up.
My operation is small - I do less than 10 gal of syrup per season. (Which is ~400 gal of sap for our southern guys). I use a high pressure camp stove and steam table pans now.
I know maple syrup is not tractor fab - but will a 110v welder do this kind of thing? I haven't noticed my buddies on mapletrader.com going through welder choices in the last couple years.
As always - thanks!
I haven't welded since my family's dairy farm days, many years ago - typical Lincoln arc machine.
I've had a few fab ideas for my BX, but what I've REALLY been stewing on is a small homemade propane maple syrup evaporator (hey - its upstate New York after all). Typically, they are little more than an angle frame with variations for pans, burners, etc. I attached a pic of a common set up.
My operation is small - I do less than 10 gal of syrup per season. (Which is ~400 gal of sap for our southern guys). I use a high pressure camp stove and steam table pans now.
I know maple syrup is not tractor fab - but will a 110v welder do this kind of thing? I haven't noticed my buddies on mapletrader.com going through welder choices in the last couple years.
As always - thanks!
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I was also @ tsc looking today, I still would go with the hobart 190 for all around usefulness. The ability to add a spool gun is a big plus.
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When I first started welding I bought a Thermal dynamics plasma cutter, it was 115V and would cut up to 1/4", I used it ten yrs , and Not One Issue...it just kept running. I needed something that would cut thicker though , I sold the 115V and bought a new 220V 3/4" Thermal Dynamics plasma cutter..ten + yrs later..Not One Issue.
And by the way RCW a 18" x 36" tig welded stainless sugaring pan and preheater box with valves , shipping included is $225.
And by the way RCW a 18" x 36" tig welded stainless sugaring pan and preheater box with valves , shipping included is $225.
I was talking to a buddy of mine and he has the Hobart 190. Think I might see if he will teach me some of the basics and maybe even let me build some things in his garage. Then possibly get my own Hobart 190 and by then have my pole barn built with a dedicated outlet for the welder. Thank you everyone on your input and advice. Ive learned a lot from everyone's knowledge on the topic.
UnionMan
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I've been using a 190 for two years now, almost every day. It has never had a hiccup. There are MANY good welders on the market, and I wouldn't say that Hobart is the best. But, it is one of the best values out there, and for the amateur welder, it will more than live up to your expectations.
RCW
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With that particular welder I don't know. But I have welded aluminum with an attachment called a spool gun. The idea is its easier to bush aluminum wire a short distance and not through a long tube. At least that's the reason according to my welding instructor. He told us one other thing, "Hot and fast", meaning a lot of current and move along quick to avoid burn through.
good luck.
good luck.
I've welded aluminum with my 110V Hobart. It's really easy for the wire to buckle and pile up at the feed rollers, it's hard to push compared to steel. A spool gun would be really nice to have, but it's not absolutely required.
WFM,
I dident post very clearly, it was (my,..bad spelling I was referring to. Also, I own both the commercial Lincoln 325 w/ln7 feeder. and a few millers,..the most used is my miller 211, job shop light repair welder. Its a great little welder. And other than 1 Hobart, all of my portable welders are Lincoln. If I bought a new shop welder today, I'd buy a miller. They have a better drive roll system.
And A better after the sale support system. IMHO..