The time is nigh. Dynasty or Syncrowave?

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I am about three weeks from pulling the trigger on my first TIG rig.  I have narrowed the field to two Millers:  The Syncrowave 250DX or the Dynasty 200DX.  The Syncrowave has the edge in output capability, but I will have to run some new power out to the garage for the more power hungry machine, and it obviously isn't portable.  Will the extra 110Amps make a difference?The Dynasty is an unknown to me.  I have heard mostly praise for the Dynasty, but a few out there have had problems.  I am supposed to find out Monday whether or not a demo machine will be made available to me by the local rep.  I've used the older square wave type machine a little on some Aluminum, and was less than impressed with the quality of the arc and the width of the bead I was able to produce.  I am looking forward to seeing whether or not variable frequency lives up to its billing.  Supposed to make the AC arc behave more like DC- We'll see.  I've started collecting the bits of my water cooled system, buying used #20 torch, etc. to save some money.    Looking for a cooler yet, though.Whats a day without flippin' like a trout?
Reply:Well, I went ahead and ordered the Dynasty.  I've been told if I don't like it, I can bring it back and trade out to something else, or refund.  Couldn't get a demo, and they probably wont get the machine in for a little while, looking for the extra discount- so they will get a couple of orders together before ordering my machine.  I have a Weldcraft Crafter series torch in hand now, looking for a water cooler and regulator.  My next project for TIG class is to make up a cart for all this.Whats a day without flippin' like a trout?
Reply:i love my dynasty the more i use it the more i like it.....i think im definatly gonna get a water cooler for mine...i got mine off ebay from IOC it was the best price i found and free fast shipping.MILLER BWE SSMM 251DYNASTY 200DXSPECTRUM 625BLUE WELDERS AND BLUE OVAL TRUCKS......
Reply:I have both a 300DX and a Syncrowave 250. They both have their place and I am keeping the 250 Syncrowave for backup.  I am not saying anything negative about the Dynasty but the inverter power supplies are very complex and the Syncrowaves are pretty bulletproof.  We have a XMT304 inverter that had board issues and was repaired under warranty.  Repairs on the inverters can be expensive.  You will like your Dynasty.