I have been looking at upgrading to a 220v welder, with a better duty cycle for my shop(no major fab, etc- just exhaust work and tubing up to 1/8").

I think I found a good deal on a used Century- I was going to go with a Lincoln 180c, until this deal came along.

The Century is model 83225.

Specs:
* 20 to 200 amp range welds 24 gauge sheet metal to 1/2 inch in single pass
* Top loading drive accepts 4 inch-12 inch wire spools weighing up to 30 lbs.
* UL-rated duty cycle of 60% at 225 amps
* Spot and stitch welding controls that are infinitely variable
* 5 year limited warranty

Retail is was around 1500 2 years ago- can get SLIGHTLY used with a full 80# tank for 700. I just need to know if this is a decent machine- haven't seen anyone in here talk about Century. I'm not using the welder 8 hours a day 5 days a week- we're talking maybe 3-4 hours a week at most.

Thanks for the help

 

i think you'll be fine... But if your going to spend a Good amoung of money on a welder Mind as well get something mane brand like... ESAB Miller or Lincoln