Welder Question (Picking a...)
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Welder Question (Picking a...) (links fixed) I need a welder that would be able to weld a catalyic convertor on. I have no clue when it comes to welding (I wont be the one doing it, I just need the equipment.) I kinda understand the concept. But I dont understand the thickness and strength of the weld and the processes used (Mig Tig Arc). Would this welder work (for a cat):
http://www.homedepot.com/prel80/HDUS...ceffdfgidgmk.0
(The first one on the page)
Or would I need something like this:
http://www.lowes.com/lkn?action=prod...00001703-K1170
Or something more expensive. I am clueless, can someone shed some light on the subject (and remember, I am just purcahsing the welder, I would never attempt to weld)? Thanks,
John
http://www.homedepot.com/prel80/HDUS...ceffdfgidgmk.0
(The first one on the page)
Or would I need something like this:
http://www.lowes.com/lkn?action=prod...00001703-K1170
Or something more expensive. I am clueless, can someone shed some light on the subject (and remember, I am just purcahsing the welder, I would never attempt to weld)? Thanks,
John
Last edited by 2KThunder; Dec 20, 2003 at 10:32 AM. Reason: Fixed broken links (again)
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For exhaust work a 115 volt mig welder would be the best IMO. Try and get the most amps that you can for future versatility. Look on spending close to $1,000.00 for everything. (bottle, mask, wire, tips, etc. )
A 110V MIG rig would probably do you jsut fine.
Tractor Supply has a Hobart125 for ~$370 and it comes with regulator for gas, gun, wire ... basically ready to go. Hobart is a consumer version of a Miller.
It should be OK for home use and metals up to 1/8" thick.
Tractor Supply has a Hobart125 for ~$370 and it comes with regulator for gas, gun, wire ... basically ready to go. Hobart is a consumer version of a Miller.
It should be OK for home use and metals up to 1/8" thick.
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Originally Posted by mitchntx
A 110V MIG rig would probably do you jsut fine.
Tractor Supply has a Hobart125 for ~$370 and it comes with regulator for gas, gun, wire ... basically ready to go. Hobart is a consumer version of a Miller.
It should be OK for home use and metals up to 1/8" thick.
Tractor Supply has a Hobart125 for ~$370 and it comes with regulator for gas, gun, wire ... basically ready to go. Hobart is a consumer version of a Miller.
It should be OK for home use and metals up to 1/8" thick.
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The basic difference in a MIG and an ARC welder is that the MIG uses an inert gas as the flux which leaves a cleaner weld with no slag. The ARC uses a flux on the stick which leaves slag that must be cleaned up.
I think a nice mig is the way to go, but my dad who is a professional welder only deals with stick welders..........I think hes just old school
I think a nice mig is the way to go, but my dad who is a professional welder only deals with stick welders..........I think hes just old school
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Something like this would work quite well, http://www.lowes.com/lkn?action=prod...8-1703-K2159-1 .
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Originally Posted by 2KThunder
I didnt mean it like that, I meant : So I should go for mig over arc.
