Opinions

[DMS]

That's pretty impressive. Pretty involved project though

 

[Tony Wells]

Doesn't look too difficult, but will take some time to have it turn out nicely. Meanwhile, I keep an eye on CL, the few TIG machines there are still pretty pricy. I guess my brother and I could split the cost. It will be kept at my shop anyway, so chances are I"ll use it more anyway.

 

[November X-ray]

Looks like a decent sale on this HF TIG machine. Anyone use one?


http://www.harborfreight.com/tig-mma-inverter-welding-machine-with-digital-readout-98233.html


Seems like a fairly high duty cycle even at 165 amps.

I wonder if they figure the duty cycle rating the same way they figure the electic motor horsepower? For the price that does look like an appealing purchase.

 

[RandyM]

Only downside I see is no Al welding.

When I bought my Miller 210 my stepdad convinced me to add the aluminum option to it. I just wasn't sure how much I'd use it. I am really glad I have it now. I would estimate that half of my welding is aluminum. I would highly recommend this feature when considering a welder. Good luck on your choice.

 

[Tamper84]

I have been looking at the east wood welders for some time. I guess I will have to check into the everlast as well. I have never really thought of the combo units, but then again I have been checking into thermal arc as well. :thinking:

Thanks,
Chris

 

[Tony Wells]

The duty cycle figures are too optimistic, it seems to me. I think the lack of aluminum is going to kill the HF deal.

Sure is tempting though.

 

[rgray]

I also have one of the everlast combo welders (mig, tig, stick) super 200P model.
I bought and owned a miller econo tig when they first came out and wish I still had it as the everlast does not weld as nice. Foot pedal is not consistant on heat and sometimes the arc remains on when my foot is removed. Maybe I got a bum foot control.

Russ

 

[Tony Wells]

Well, this one has been ordered:

http://www.eastwood.com/tig-welders-eastwood-tig-ac-dc-welder.html

I will give a review when it comes in, provided it is still destined for my shop. Probably is.

 

[Metalmann]

I have a Miller Mig, but need a good TIG. Thanks for posting that Eastwood, Tony.

 

[Ray C]

I think you'll be happy with that one. Like mine, yours comes with a WP-17 torch which is huge. Sooner or later, you might want to get a smaller torch (unless you really like carpal tunnel syndrome). When you cross that bridge, shout it out and we can stoke-up more conversation.

Be sure to let us know what you think of the pedal. It looks cool and operates different than most.

Good luck with the new unit.

Well, this one has been ordered:

http://www.eastwood.com/tig-welders-eastwood-tig-ac-dc-welder.html

I will give a review when it comes in, provided it is still destined for my shop. Probably is.