Ihave a millermatic 200 with the original ka-18 gun. I need to replace with a good replacement but not some astronautical price. I do not weld enough for that kind of costs. Which one would y'all recommend. Something middle of the road.
New mig gun
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tncatadjuster
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Yeah, me too. 165 or 185, need to look due to age.
BigMike782
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Profax makes a nice gun and the price looks pretty nice.
Profax M250-3035-15 Mig Gun - 250 AMP.030-.035 wire, 15 ft - Fits Miller - Amazon.com
Profax M250-3035-15 Mig Gun - 250 AMP.030-.035 wire, 15 ft - Fits Miller - Amazon.com
www.amazon.com
scooby074
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Make sure you can get consumables. Tips and liners.
That said, most guns where Ive worked were replaced first day the new welder came with Bernards or Tregaskis (same company today) depending on the shop.
That said, most guns where Ive worked were replaced first day the new welder came with Bernards or Tregaskis (same company today) depending on the shop.
strength_and_power
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You may want to consider original whip length and get the same. A longer whip can be nice but the drive system may not be up for pushing the extra length. Definitely want to be able to get consumables . If you are friendly with your local welding supply, you may ask if they have any take offs.
BigMike782
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Part of the reason I suggested the gun above is that it uses Tweco consumables that are every where.
If I were to guess it is a Tweco Weldskill copy from the look of it.
I run a 15' 300 amp Bernard Centerfire on my Millermatic 252 because I like the Centerfire style. I also have a 25' Tweco(not sure if it's a Classic or a Weldskill), it works but I would not use it long term as it is tough on the drive motor.
If I were to guess it is a Tweco Weldskill copy from the look of it.
I run a 15' 300 amp Bernard Centerfire on my Millermatic 252 because I like the Centerfire style. I also have a 25' Tweco(not sure if it's a Classic or a Weldskill), it works but I would not use it long term as it is tough on the drive motor.
I would probably start my search on Cyberweld.com for atleast what is available and pricing.
I've bought a Miller welder, Hobart plasma cutter, Miller helmet and other consumables from them.
I've bought a Miller welder, Hobart plasma cutter, Miller helmet and other consumables from them.
danski0224
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USA Weld has stuff like this for fair prices.
BigMike782
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A 15' gun is fine on a 250 amp machine(it most likely came new that way). It's when you put a 15' gun on a 140/180/200/210 amp machine you run the risk of overloading the drive and damaging something......they simply were never engineered to push wire that far.
Usaweld.com typically has good options
LWS can **** it, never a good deal. Just company accounts and bend you over pricing.
Only a good option if your company relies on service, and better hope service falls on their limits hours
I would wager a cheap Amazon gun will last 150lbs of wire, long enough for most.
LWS can **** it, never a good deal. Just company accounts and bend you over pricing.
Only a good option if your company relies on service, and better hope service falls on their limits hours
I would wager a cheap Amazon gun will last 150lbs of wire, long enough for most.
BigMike782
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Yup, lump every LWS in one big group.
oldmachinenut
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I replaced the gun on my Millermatic 200 with a 15’ Miller M-25 gun years ago. I am very happy with it, consumable availability was the main reason I chose Miller.
Send a link to your local LWS, would like to compare prices!Yup, lump every LWS in one big group.