Hybrid Tig welder - Using AC/DC stick welder - Advise plz.
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Hybrid Tig welder - Using AC/DC stick welder - Advise plz.
I just bought Hobart AC/DC stick welder for dirt cheap http://www.hobartwelders.com/p....html . I want to convert it to a Tig, but not sure if hybrid Tig welder is worth it? I just need flowmeter, tig torch, gas, and tig accessories so it'll be cheaper than buying a Miller Econotig. Only thing is I won't have a foot pedal. I'm rather new to Tig welding so I'm not sure which way is better for me, I prefer upgrading since its much cheaper.
I'll be doing aluminum piping for intercoolers, exhaust piping, etc, mostly car stuff.
I'll be doing aluminum piping for intercoolers, exhaust piping, etc, mostly car stuff.
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Re: Hybrid Tig welder - Using AC/DC stick welder - Advise plz. (326power)
I just picked up an old Miller AC/DC stick/TIG welder. The only thing that makes it a TIG is that it has a high frequency carrier that helps strike an arc, otherwise it is just a stick welder. I've used it for only a couple minutes, and the high frequency mode definitely makes it easier to strike an arc, but it's not impossible without it.
If I hadn't picked this up for $100, I would have gone with a stick, since I already had a cheap TIG torch and gas regulator from my MIG. Keep in mind, though, this is a possibly 30y/o welder, so the newer ones have bells and whistles, but plenty of nice things were made with these, back in the day
If I hadn't picked this up for $100, I would have gone with a stick, since I already had a cheap TIG torch and gas regulator from my MIG. Keep in mind, though, this is a possibly 30y/o welder, so the newer ones have bells and whistles, but plenty of nice things were made with these, back in the day
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