Such thing as a nice 110v MIG welder?

[jrockford]

Just as the title says, is there such a thing as a decent 110v MIG welder? This would be my first welder too by the way. I have welded some years ago and was halfway decent at it, but I am sure I'll need practice.

It's immediate use would be some light body work, but being able to use it on various things around the house would be nice. The possibilities are quite endless.

For example, Lincoln makes one that is good for anything from .050-.125 thick. To me, that seems adequate enough. I am certain a 220v model would be better, but that just is not a possibility at this time.

Thoughts? Thanks in advance.

 

[American Locomotive]

As long as you plan on running gas; Lincoln Miller and Hobart all have competent 120v machines. The Lincoln 140 is a good machine, and can usually be found on ebay refurbished woth a 3 year warranty from Lincoln. You could also get a dual voltage machine like the Power Mig 210.

 

[ndnchf]

I've had a Lincoln SP 135+ for over 10 years. Within its limitations, its been a fine machine and served me very well. I have used it for a lot of projects. I use it with gas exclusively. If I were to do it again, I'd probably get a dual voltage machine for more versatility.

 

[acer66]

I have a small 120 Miller and it gets used and it works with no problems for +15 years.

 

[BD1]

Monitor craigslist for a 120volt welding machines . There are always some listed in my area. Basically they are bought to play with and see little use and sell just to get rid of. Then there are those that try to sell for list price because it's a MILLER .
There are models in MILLER and LINCOLN that are 120 and 240 volt combination. This would definitely be worth saving for .

 

[zmotorsports]

We have a small Lincoln SP135 at work that we use for out in the warehouse when needs be. It works well, we just use flux-core wire on it.

At home I have a Miller Passport that uses either 120VAC or 240VAC, whichever is available. It works great and has a small CO2 cartridge that connects to it. I don't use it a lot but for portable jobs or when we were racing it worked well to take when leaving the shop.

 

[Dwell Meter]

I have a 120 v MIG, and it does a fantastic job for hobby projects in the shop and out in the field. I only use flux core wire to keep it as portable as possible. I'm not a welder, but with a little practice it does everything I need it to do.

 

[Kaizen]

For a less expensive one but imo just as good as Hobart check out the eastwood 135. I’ve had this for ten years and still runs great. Everything from body panels to eight inch tubing for a car rotisserie and the jib pole crane I used to build my garage. Only downside might be later available parts besides consumables. I just don’t want to dump the money on a Miller and honestly the Hobart looks the same machine


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[ndnchf]

I hear that Eastwood has good machines and a great warranty. I've thought about those new machines that Harbor Freight sells. But HF has a long history of virtually no useful support after the sale. I would be concerned about spare/replacement parts a few years down the road and the lack of service if needed. I do buy a lot of things from HF, but for welders that can be finicky, I think it prudent to stay with a well established brand that stands behind their products. Just my 2 cents...

 

[dlwilson]

I used a rebranded 110v Italian welder (I think Cebora) for years and it did everything I wanted. It died recently, and I replaced it with a 110v Hobart, and it is even better. This is welding steel, and using Stargon gas.

 

[iScream]

After a bunch of research and review reading I bought an Eastwood MIG175. Just started using it lately but I'm really happy with it so far.

 

[Bretny]

We have had a lincoln 135+ also. Its got to be every bit of 20 years old. The 100L guns are total **** that all those small body lincoln welders come with.
My main welder now is a hobart 210. They do make a multi voltage hobart 210. Its prob going to cost nearly 2x a cheaper 120v machine. If your just welding lawnmower decks and exhaust work you will be fine with a 120v machine.

 

[Ole Slewfoot]

Maybe 15 years ago I bought the biggest 110V Miller, and I have never regretted it. It could maybe use a nicer ground clamp.
Obviously any 110 machine will be slower with big stuff.

 

[taumac]

Lincoln 140 or Hobart handler 140. 140 is about highest you get before going to 220v. I have a Lincoln 140 from HD and it’s been great machine. Flux core or solid wire and comes with a 75/25 regulator too. Either way I suggest you get a name brand welder. Years down the road you’ll be able to get parts for your machine which can be said if you get some off brand machine.

 

[LX-Markham]

Another Lincoln SP135+ here. I use it on both gas and fluxcore, depending on what I'm working on.

I do pretty small stitch welds. I've only ever tripped it once.

 

[ryze33]

I love my Eastwood 135, have been using it alot and its fantastic for the projects i needed it for

 

[MarkG]

Pick any Lincoln, Miller, or Hobart that you can use with 120 and you'll be fine. I had a Hobart Handler 140 and it was great.

 

[sqznby]

What is your budget?

 

[erty67]

After a lot of reading on here, I picked up a used sp135+ and love it. Great welder for smaller stuff. If I had a bigger budget I probably would have bought a new Lincoln 140c or 180 dual, but this 135 does all I need.

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[apollo11]

I have a small Lincoln and it works just fine.
I don't weld much of anything over 3/16" though.

 

[DieselDent]

I have Lincoln, Miller and Hobart in the shop and don't think you can go wrong with any of them. I've been running a Lincoln Weld-Pak 140 for about 15 years mostly with .023 wire since I got my big miller welder but for many years I ran .035 through it too and it welded 3/16 just fine.

 

[theoldwizard1]

There are models in MILLER and LINCOLN that are 120 and 240 volt combination. This would definitely be worth saving for .

Concur ! Save up and get a dual voltage model. Another "must have" is the ability to use gas, even if you do not start that way.

 

[firebirdparts]

110 volt migs are all I've ever had. I don't know enough to know if they're not supposed to be "nice".

Just look and see how much power you want and how much adjustability. My 2nd one is the Eastwood 135, as mentioned. It's fully adjustable. No notches in the power/speed controls. The number of heat settings seems to be an area where the low-powered ones vary.

 

[biggziff]

I've welded 1/4" steel tractor frames with my Hobart Handler 120V unit. It's been with me at least 15 years and just works. I've never bumped up against the duty cycle, either.

 

[Brand X]

Reman klutch 140si. Best deal, and very powerful 120 volt machine the .. It's arc starts are like the little Lincoln machines,but pretty solid 160 amps (Good voltage to burn the wire off) If you feed it enough power it will peak out at 180 amps. (Like a Tweco 221i on 120 volt power)

 

[Aroberson77]

I've used a Northern tool Ironton and Lincoln SP135T, both worked fine, but I bought an Everlast Tig and haven't looked back.

 

[zak77]

I had an HH140 and welded quite a bit with that welder, even on a 15 amp circuit. It was a great welder that handled everything from light sheet metal to real thick stuff. I never used it on anything critical but some of the welds i made i had to deconstruct and for even a 110V machine, it took quite a bit of effort to dismantle the weld. I ended up selling it for a MVP210

 

[Bigblue&Goldie]

Whatever you get, make sure it has a bottle......I hate flux core.

 

[customh]

Whatever you get, make sure it has a bottle......I hate flux core.

Flux Core has its advantages. I would definitely want a machine capable of running gas though, no doubt. For most things with the correct prep a very nice looking weld is achievable with .023 wire, 75/25 gas, and practice...lots of practice.

 

[SARG]

I have one of the HF 110 volt jobs... tried to use it one time on a mower deck and it was good at melting the metal and blowing holes through everything. Took the deck to a shop that had a good welder that you could adjust the temperature and has gas and the repair was made easily.
Seems I should stick to "welding" plastic where my melting technique works.

 

[apollo11]

Whatever you get, make sure it has a bottle......I hate flux core.

Most can be set up either way.
Flux core is better for working outside.

 

[sqznby]

I'd say get a bigger machine than you want, that way you wont be limited. You can only do so much with a 110v machine. And once you get it your projects will start growing and the machine will start shrinking in its capabilities. Unless power is the main factor.
No need for a dual voltage when you can do everything with a 220v machine. Its all in your settings.

 

[Hilltopmasonry]

Concur ! Save up and get a dual voltage model. Another "must have" is the ability to use gas, even if you do not start that way.

I just bought a multimatic 215. Wasn’t exactly cheap however I do like the fact that I can use 110 or 240... I am assuming this Welder will do everything that I need it to. Just got it last week and haven’t even had a chance to use it yet




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[oldmxracer]

The op is trying to find info on a 110v machine.

In His first post "I am certain a 220v model would be better, but that just is not a possibility at this time. "

All I have ever have had is 110v, You will have lots of fun with one!

Let Us know what You buy !

 

[bobabuee]

my question is this for OP what is your budget? price wise this usually is key to which welder you want set your high range max with shipping you be surprised at what you can afford then look at the brands and options you want something with infinitely adjustable controls rather than click knob

my first welder lincoln sp135 its litttle great welder but i did know how better could be till i got mig 250 from eastwood

i have eastwood mig 250 with spool gun it awesome if you can afford it

i got pakage deal with mig 250 ,plasma cutter a free welding cart and they through in free spool gun all for $1200.00


Eastwood MIG Welder 110VAC/ 135A Output
Item #12011 $279,00+ shipped with 3 yr warranty


not 110v but 220v but gives you more is:

Eastwood 175 Amp MIG Welder w/spool gun
Item #12012 $ 479,00 +ship+ 3 yr warranty

ablity to weld anything if you add spool gun
Eastwood MIG 250amp Welder is 11o and 220 welder
Item #20279 $799.00 + ship 3 yr warranty

look at new harbor freight welders too lot good options but 1 yr warranty

 

[iScream]

For what it's worth I paid $419 for my Eastwood MIG 175 and shipping was free. This was during their July 4th sale.

 

[RivennHewn]

I've got you all beat I've got a Craftsman

Kidding aside, it's actually been a good rig for the past 10-12 years. It's handled everything I've tried with it.

I do have an argon tank, but mostly weld outside with flux core.

Going forward, I see problems getting parts for it in the near future.

 

[hot rod reverend]

+1 on the Eastwood 135, a professional welder even used it to weld plates to my 1955 Ford crossmember and was pretty impressed. I only use it 5-6 times a year for sheet metal work. I like it

 

[PugetDude]

I learned to weld on a used Lincoln 225 Buzz Box, switched to a Lincoln 135 FCAW from HD about 15 years ago; recently bought a new Miller 211.

What a difference! You really do get what you pay for; I could have paid for this one with the savings in 4.5" grinder wheels over the last 30 years.

 

[Kaizen]

For op some more things to consider on budget. Tank and safety. Self darkening helmet and gloves and protective leather or jacket will be another two hundred plus. I rent a four foot tank of 120 a year. I did buy a two foot and it got stolen. In retrospect I like the big one as it lasts a lot longer. For bodywork you really should use gas not flux core. On 110 machines you put in the flux when doing eight inch and up material.


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