In a message dated 96-04-08 19:33:59 EDT, you write:
>145 amp seems a bit low. I recently bought a 180 amp unit so that I don't
>run out of puff on slightly thicker material.
I currently use a 250 amp AC/DC stick welder for the thicker stuff. My
biggest concern is welding thin material 24 gauge sheet - .120 wall tubing.
The local welding shop recommended against a 170 amp Lincoln because the
amperage was in set steps with a switch. They recommended the 110 amp
version if I was welding light sheet since the current was set with variable
rheostat. This seems to be one advantage with the bigger Century welders.
John Ross
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