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Re: [Shop-talk] Tig Welder

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Subject: Re: [Shop-talk] Tig Welder
From: Richard George <rkg@teleport.com>
Date: Sat, 30 Apr 2011 15:24:44 -0700
Hi,

I have a Lincoln Square Wave Tig 175 that I like, but I bought it a 
while ago, and no doubt something better has come along...

FWIW, you might want to head down to the local welding shop and try a 
few welders out.

Best,

rkg
(Richard George)

On 4/30/2011 2:49 PM, Bob Spidell wrote:
> TIGs have an infinite number of possible settings; if you're not an 
> expert or don't plan to get some training it will take a while to 
> figure out all the settings.  If you're not an expert--or can't spend 
> a lot of time learning--the Miller Diversion series is nice kit.  I 
> got a Diversion 180 from these guys:
>
> 
>http://www.weldingsuppliesfromioc.com/servlet/the-3391/MILLER-DIVERSION-165-AC-fdsh-DC/Detail
> 
>
>
> Free shipping and no tax if you don't live in IN.  I got the 180, 
> which is a bit more powerful and more expensive, but IOC doesn't seem 
> to carry them any more.  NFI, etc.; I just got good price and service 
> from them.
>
> With the Diversion, you set the metal type (Al or steel), and the 
> approximate thickness of the material.  Current is controlled by a 
> rotary knob on the torch; this is a bit awkward but a pedal control is 
> optional (but not convenient if you're not welding on the bench).
>
> For frame repair you'd probably want at least 180A.
>
> Bob
>
>
>
> On 4/30/2011 12:51 PM, John Mitchell wrote:
>>     I've asked the wife for a Tig welder for an anniversary present.  
>> I need recommendations on models in the $1500 range if that's 
>> practical.  It will mostly be used for automotive tasks and I 
>> definitely want the ability to weld aluminum.  I have a small 240v 
>> plasma cutter, and a small 120v Miller mig which is great for sheet 
>> metal repairs.  I'd like a tig for doing projects that require a 
>> prettier weld and possibly for frame repairs where my Mig is very 
>> marginal.  I'd appreciate any insights.  Thanks    John Mitchell    
>> Shelton, CT
>> _______________________________________________
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