How long can you weld with this machine?
390514
Mine only lasted about two months before it quit working. But when it worked it would run a rod no problems. Customer service is not good I bought a Lincoln to replace this junk welder. Hope this helps
390515
Ok Gaius Paynter I have been using this welder for two years and during that time it took a pretty good beating, I sometime weld whole day with it, it never overheat , in my view it's well wrote the money.
543121
I own this machine and running on 120v it will put out 127amps, easily will weld 1/8" steel. I use a 3/32" tungsten and 3/32" rod. Puts out a nice arc. I also own a syncrowave which IMO puts out a little nicer arc. One of the things this machine has going for it is it only draws about 30amps at 220V so you can run it off a dryer outlet with the right plug, no need for a 50 amp circuit to run it wide open throttle. Mine also runs fine off a 20amp 120v circuit without tripping the breaker. Just hopes it lives thru the 5yr warranty, the circuit boards have a lot of chinese components on them. Happy so far.
1005652
James,I would give it one winter before the welds would give. As I didn't keep this item, I am speculating. Save yourself the aggravation and money and buy an alternative.
1218035
High frequency and the warranty is 2 yrs limited. Should all be with the unit. Is much easier to work with than OX weld...
1249723
It isn't complicated, but I would allow 1 1/2 - 2 hours. You will also need someone to help you when moving the main grill section.
445691
I bought this as a gift for someone who works on it as a hobby. I would say 3 to 6 months if you are only working on it on weekends in your spare time.
2279288
Hi, intrestest in the welder , reviews look good . I doubt anything wil go wrong for a while if at all . It has been my experience if it's going to go wrong it does so right away hopefully IF IT DID GOES BAD OR SOMETHING BROKE WHERE DO i GO FOR REPAIRS? I'm in Woodland Wa 25 miles from Portland , Or. 98674 Thanks
272566
No clue! Maybe go to manufacturer? If you know someone that welds they might could TIG it!
1072811
Yes, the machine runs on 220v or 120v. You are able to weld at about 190 amps at 220 volts but only about 130 amps at 120 volts. Very handy to have the option to use either.
2107358
just a guess around 5 to 6 feet not real long this welder is good for small jobs after a few welds your can lay down dimes if you have a little experience lowes carries tips and wire tips will gunk up if you don't have wire speed right great for 100 bucks
15519
You will need a generator of about 3000W, to be on the safe side. Remember, the welder's duty cycle is about 10% (weld for one minute and let it cool off for 1o minutes). This will help the generator too.
1988102
no you have to hold it down.anyway i have used mine over a year half.still running fine.ive been a welder 25 years retired now but have my own shop.still like doing little jobs here and there.in fact i just come in from cutting half inch steel on a project of mine.well i hope this helps,have a good one....mel
1408282
YES, this machine will do the job. There are other machines as big, (in terms of amperage, or capacity, but none bigger, that i am aware of, without going to a three phase heavy industrial welder. I have several welders but my Ironman is the best machine I have. It welds excellent.
2064515
You would have to be very,very careful not to break the spot weld at the top ring/handle joint. I don't think I would want 90 deg. It seems tat a lot of control would be lost.
1708807
Yes. I tried to do it but the attachment is more expensive that the welder itself.
989637
Yes. Very simple took 2 hours total. 1 person job nothing difficult about it. You don't need to weld anything. Only down side is on a cclb it's 4" short
1686780
Excellent. I have welded 3/8 successfully, but I am a long time experienced welder and know how to make the most of the heat. Welds 1/4" easily. It will blow through the 24 or 22 gauge on highest setting if you're not careful.