inverter tig welder

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we are looking at  a new inverter type TIG for doing installs and were hopeing some one might have the ones were sre looking at to give us a heads up on them. 1st we are looking at the Miller Maxstar 150 STL the best price we can find on this one is about $1400 (for the package ,includeing the torch, leads, regulator, etc) 2nd we are looking at the ESAB Miniarc 150 APS the best price on this one is around $1000  (includeing torch regulator leads Etc)  they seem to be comparable the ESAB is a bit heavier at around 18LB VS/ the miller at around 14LB both have lift arc starting and both have the same duty cycle and volt/amp ranges. is the miller worth an extra $400?thanks MPsorry for the double post ...... I didn't think it went through the first time......Heat it and Beat it!!!http:www.Fallinghammerproductions.com
Reply:Just a guess, but ESAB is a reputable company, and from the specs you are comparing, the ESAB is a good value.
Reply:Hey! The Miller Should be Made In USA The Esab probably Isn't If U worry about things like That Thanks!
Reply:Miller (see other thread)
Reply:If you just get the power supply it is $900 for the miller.  Surely you can find leads, torch and regulator for less than 500.  Less than 200 probably. I would go for the lighter one, if all else seems equal.
Reply:It's about 2000 for everything and I've got mine hooked up to a water cooler.  It can go down to 3 amps and unless your welding anything thicker than 3/8 it's a great product and deal.  I really wanted to get a miller too, but I've now got a thing for Thermal Arc products, goes to show don't judge a welder just because everyone else has the other brand X.  JMOErik
Reply:You need to look on eBay...Miller Maxstar 150 with all the goods $1256.77
Reply:Erik, Thermalarc makes great TIG welders.  I love Miller, but have not found any problems with my thermalarc tig welder.  mpmetal, buy one, you will LOOOOVE it!  I guarantee it.  That is an awsome machine!