So I think I’m looking at a tig. Going to be very small Ti parts. Most likely be holding the parts in a 5c spindex with a servo motor. Pretty sure I’ll want something with a high frequency start as it will be automatic. Suggestions appreciated. I’m thinking Prime weld or htp
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Ti welder rec?
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mike93lx
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Budget is kind of an important thing.So I think I’m looking at a tig. Going to be very small Ti parts. Most likely be holding the parts in a 5c spindex with a servo motor. Pretty sure I’ll want something with a high frequency start as it will be automatic. Suggestions appreciated. I’m thinking Prime weld or htp
bauschracing
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Budget is a big thing but so is quality. Having a company close by with support and available parts is also. You will probably own a Tig machine the rest of your life so parts are important. This is just my two cents worth. Go to several welding supply shops near you. Get a price on Miller, Lincoln and Esab. You might have to get another tank for straight Argon anyway. Get to know the people there and purchase locally. If you have a problem, they will be there for you.
I personally bought a Miller Diversion 165 a few years back, don't make it anymore but still have a Diversion 180. It is an excellent home machine that has easy controls. Makes it easy to learn. If you could find a new Diversion 165, it would be cheaper but you would need the pedal assembly for that machine.
I personally bought a Miller Diversion 165 a few years back, don't make it anymore but still have a Diversion 180. It is an excellent home machine that has easy controls. Makes it easy to learn. If you could find a new Diversion 165, it would be cheaper but you would need the pedal assembly for that machine.
sqznby
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I'd guess with the two choices of machines he's considering budget will be between 900/1500 + -
Like bauschracing said, I'd talk with your local welding supply shop and see what they carry for parts, consumables and accessories for each machine. Even if they service said machines. It would **** to have to mail it or wait for things in the mail if anything does go sour.
I'd suggest an older Miller Syncrowave, great machines will run forever, and they are very reliable. Granted it is a transformer style machine but boy are they smooth. Maybe even a Hobart, you'd probably find one for a good deal. If you desire an inverter style machine and you only plan on welding Ti, I'd also look at a Miller Maxstar 200dx, very nice machine.
Like bauschracing said, I'd talk with your local welding supply shop and see what they carry for parts, consumables and accessories for each machine. Even if they service said machines. It would **** to have to mail it or wait for things in the mail if anything does go sour.
I'd suggest an older Miller Syncrowave, great machines will run forever, and they are very reliable. Granted it is a transformer style machine but boy are they smooth. Maybe even a Hobart, you'd probably find one for a good deal. If you desire an inverter style machine and you only plan on welding Ti, I'd also look at a Miller Maxstar 200dx, very nice machine.