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Exactly what is says in the title. This is a thread in the other manufacturers forum for owners and folks who have used an AHP Branded product. Questions, answers, reviews, problems etc. This should make it easier for people to find info regarding these machines.NO AHP/CHICOM BASHING. There are already threads for that or go make your own. Positive and negative comments are great but lets keep it to actual experience. Just trying to keep one thread Drama free.Tiger Sales: AHP Distributor www.tigersalesco.comAHP200x; AHP 160ST; MM350P, Spoolmatic 30A; Everlast PowerTig 185; Thermal Dynamics 60i plasma. For Sale: Cobra Mig 250 w/ Push-pull gun. Lincoln Wirematic 250
Reply:I did receive 2 Demo machines, both AHP200dx models. Currently (Shovelon) Terry has one of them and I have the other. I know Terry is real busy right now so probably won't get much chance to mess with it yet. I'm currently in a full back brace due to herniated discs, so limited at the moment on what I can do also. anyone if welcome to contact me and come play with this machine LA, or Reno area. Possibly could even arrange to visit ya if you are between the two locations, (and buying lunch) Will bring to weld-o-rama's if possible. Anyway I just ran a few aluminum TIG beads. I definitely see what folks mean about very smooth arc. because it does not use traditional HF but rather some square wave IBGT arc, (need to get better explanation of this. Anyone?) it really feels like you are on DC. there is no buzz in the torch from the 60 cycle current. I can see and feel the HF in the Everlast Precision TIG I have. This is very different. this model does not have that silly amp adjustment on the pedal like some other machines. its all controlled on the panel. weights in at 46 1/2lbs (9lbs heavier than the PT185)Also it runs 6010 very well. i ran a couple beads of 3/32 6010 at 45 amps. a little sticking starting the arc but once i got going it was good to go. 75 amps for 1/8th 6010 same thing. ran even better with easy starts by moving up into the middle range for those rods. 7018 ran well too.I would like to see Dinse 50 connectors on it rather than the smaller version it has, a faster pulse, 5PPS is a bit useless. From discussions with Terry, 60-100pps even would be a significant improvement. Last would be add a flowmeter in place of standard regulator. More to come once back is better!Tiger Sales: AHP Distributor www.tigersalesco.comAHP200x; AHP 160ST; MM350P, Spoolmatic 30A; Everlast PowerTig 185; Thermal Dynamics 60i plasma. For Sale: Cobra Mig 250 w/ Push-pull gun. Lincoln Wirematic 250
Reply:The 3rd gen machines have A/C Freq control as well!Works just like the PowerTig 255esxt. Just did a video showing it off..Not sure on all the technical stuff but it seems to work very well..Anyone in the Phoenix Az area that wants to try this machine just get in touch for directions to the shop...From the desk of Kevin CaronTrying to be the best me I can!www.kevincaron.comAHP Alpha Tig 200x MillerMatic 251Miller Syncrowave 200
Reply:I'll chime in, just to say that I have one. I've been using it only for TIG. I have no stick training. I have had only a few hours (16 hours, to be exact) of TIG training. I'm practicing my TIG while I'm also learning the machine. I run mine on 220V.I've enjoyed using the 200X. It's a nice addition to my little oxy-mapp welder (braze, really) and my SP100+ MIG unit.No problems so far.Dan----------------------------Measure twice. Weld once. Grind to size.MIG: Lincoln SP100 TIG/STICK: AHP Alphatig 200X
Reply:A word of clarification. If it is an Everlast unit you have Southpaw, it is not a precision TIG. It is a powerTIG and it does not have HF overlay. After the start it cuts out.Esab Migmaster 250Lincoln SA 200Lincoln Ranger 8Smith Oxy Fuel setupEverlast PowerPlasma 80Everlast Power iMIG 160Everlast Power iMIG 205 Everlast Power iMIG 140EEverlast PowerARC 300Everlast PowerARC 140STEverlast PowerTIG 255EXT
Reply:First Gen owner hoping to upgrade to the third gen unit in time. For the money, it is definitely a great unit. I think they spent their time designing it. As stated before, I have a hundred hours or more running it at 150+ on AC. 60/70% DCEN, and not once have I had it kick off, hit the "overheat" light, etc. Merely played with the stick feature, it said it only seems to weld DC rods, as it says on their features list 7018, 6013, etc.All in all, I love it. Even the goofy foot amp control knob.
Reply:I should have said... My Alphatig is the second generation. It has the "improved" foot pedal. I'm thinking of making a new housing that pivots the pedal at the center like the Lincoln that I trained on. Of course, I can use use that project to hone my sheet metal welding skills.I've done a lot of practice. I'm on my third 60cf argon bottle. Most of what I practice on is 150 amps and less. I have not hit the duty limit yet. Dan----------------------------Measure twice. Weld once. Grind to size.MIG: Lincoln SP100 TIG/STICK: AHP Alphatig 200X
Reply:Originally Posted by lugweldA word of clarification. If it is an Everlast unit you have Southpaw, it is not a precision TIG. It is a powerTIG and it does not have HF overlay. After the start it cuts out.
Reply:Side by side size comparison. No idea why pic is upside down and sideways. Attached ImagesLast edited by soutthpaw; 11-28-2014 at 12:16 AM.Tiger Sales: AHP Distributor www.tigersalesco.comAHP200x; AHP 160ST; MM350P, Spoolmatic 30A; Everlast PowerTig 185; Thermal Dynamics 60i plasma. For Sale: Cobra Mig 250 w/ Push-pull gun. Lincoln Wirematic 250
Reply:Well, I really like the one I have. It been 8 months and I have used 3 3/4 (92CF) bottles of argon. 6 people have taken welding classes on it and I have been using it on almost every tig job that has come in.I like the foot pedal, it is crisp and has no dead spots. I mounted it to a paice of composite with rubber on the bottom so it don't slide. Just use the toes to push it down. A lot less movement on the old ankles, legs and feet ( get a lot of cramps and have arthritis in my feet and legs from 40+ years on concrete floors).I have used the pulse and going higher would be nice, but it does work on some thin stuff I was blowing holes through even at low ampsI am still using the stock torch lead, just put a wp9 on it with gas lens and it is still working fine. I have a CK9 with the super flex hose and it seems to work better at very low amps, but on the upper side I didn't see any difference other then the torch did stay cooler.Can't wait for my new one to get here and try it out.www.georgesplasmacuttershop.comPlasma Cutter and Welder Sales and Repairs--Ebay storeTec.Mo. Dealer Consumables for the PT and IPT torch's
Reply:Funny you mention the rubber feet. I have used the stick on rubber diamond plate sheets from Harbor Freight on a couple pedals. http://www.harborfreight.com/self-ad...ead-98856.htmlTiger Sales: AHP Distributor www.tigersalesco.comAHP200x; AHP 160ST; MM350P, Spoolmatic 30A; Everlast PowerTig 185; Thermal Dynamics 60i plasma. For Sale: Cobra Mig 250 w/ Push-pull gun. Lincoln Wirematic 250
Reply:Just heard there is a sale going on at AHP.$650.00 plus shipping for the 2014 models...From the desk of Kevin CaronTrying to be the best me I can!www.kevincaron.comAHP Alpha Tig 200x MillerMatic 251Miller Syncrowave 200
Reply:Just FYI, If you cut the zip tie on the tig hose cover. There is enough room to put a fish tape through the cover and pull the plug end of the torch switch through the cover without any disassembly of the plug needed. Then both the switch cable and hose are inside the cover. Just did this yesterday. Usaweld also listed an American made torch in 12 and 25 ft for these machines. http://www.usaweld.com/AHP-TIG-Torch...0xtigtorch.htmTiger Sales: AHP Distributor www.tigersalesco.comAHP200x; AHP 160ST; MM350P, Spoolmatic 30A; Everlast PowerTig 185; Thermal Dynamics 60i plasma. For Sale: Cobra Mig 250 w/ Push-pull gun. Lincoln Wirematic 250
Reply:I have a second generation machine (one foot pedal plug on the front panel, no amp dial on the foot pedal) that I have made some upgrades to: I replaced the torch with a 20 series water cooled CK from HTP, and I swapped out the regulator for another one I already had. Toying with the idea of upgrading the foot pedal. the current one works fine, but it slides all over the floor, and I am tired of chasing it. You can make your own upgrade with a 10K pedal and 16 mm 5 pin plug. I love the way it TIG welds on steel. Have not had much experience with it yet on aluminum. I am not a fan of the way it stick welds. At least for mine it has way too much arc force/digs into the plate too aggressively. For the money it can't be beat. But I am really disappointed they didn't come out with the AC balance control sooner. I am really bummed out about that.Miller Multimatic 255
Reply:The frequency control is the only thing I think that would make this complete. And now they have it on the 3rd generation. I need to call them to see if I can get a credit on a new one for my old one, and since I took the plunge when they were "brand new"Its a great welder regardless.
Reply:Originally Posted by turismolover22The frequency control is the only thing I think that would make this complete. And now they have it on the 3rd generation. I need to call them to see if I can get a credit on a new one for my old one, and since I took the plunge when they were "brand new"Its a great welder regardless.
Reply:Louie, do you mean AC frequency control? Balance is the cleaning control. Agree the arc force is strong. I wonder if there is an internal pot for adjusting the arc force? I will see if I can get an answer to that. If actually prefer an arc force control over frequency, hopefully I'll get an opportunity to try the frequency control on the 2015 model. I'd also like to be able to use start amps and HF start on Stick mode. That was a really nice feature on my old 330 ABPTiger Sales: AHP Distributor www.tigersalesco.comAHP200x; AHP 160ST; MM350P, Spoolmatic 30A; Everlast PowerTig 185; Thermal Dynamics 60i plasma. For Sale: Cobra Mig 250 w/ Push-pull gun. Lincoln Wirematic 250
Reply:Originally Posted by kevinacaronJust heard there is a sale going on at AHP.$650.00 plus shipping for the 2014 models...
Reply:Yes, you are right, frequency. My unit already has a balance controlMiller Multimatic 255
Reply:What's a decent thread without a highjack? Probably not worth the effort to break up this little love-fest anyway.. Esab/Lorch ET-220iEsab 160i caddyThermal LM-200 Lincoln feedersThermal Pee-Wee 85sThermal 60i- 3phase /RPC powered (Beast)Thermal Drag-gun 35CINE 1500 Klutch 140i
Reply:Originally Posted by Brand XWhat's a decent thread without a highjack? Probably not worth the effort to break up this little love-fest anyway..
Reply:Looks like a good deal for the hobby guys, Wouldn't mind trying it out.
Reply:soutthpaw> Truly sorry about your back
. glad you were feeling well enough to start this thread through. I dont have one of these machines and never tried one but
. I promise I'm not being a troller as you call it. I always figured these welders were a heck of a lot better quality than what some were willing to let on to in part because the manufacturers dont sink millions and millions of $$$ into advertising that then must be passed onto the consumer.--Also too
. this comment strikes a chord, Not sure on all the technical stuff but it seems to work very well. Im not into anything technical if I can avoid it
. too much neural cell activity required
. I'm just trying to figure out a way to weld year round!!! --TIG would be the natural progression after MIG
. for me at least
. so I have a question for you. You made this statement, I did receive 2 Demo machines, both AHP200dx models. How does one go about receiving a demo or even a refurbished machine one could use for saaaay
. 60-90 days? And why would anyone want two machines.... wouldn't one have been enough? I tried a Lincoln at the airshow up in Oshkosh for all of 5 minutes and didnt have near the problems other newbies had and I stood around and watched others have their 5 minute TIG trials for a while. Perhaps this is because I sew which requires the use of both hands and one leg to operate a presser foot? Regardless, I got home and looked at the price tag on the Lincolns and felt like I was in need of a defibrillator. --Regardless
. its killing me living in the greater Chicagoland area
. the only place I have to weld with a MIG is ouside on my upper driveway
when the weather is decent as in
. not too windy
. not bitterly cold
no foot of snow to stand in and no torrential downpours. Cant weld with a MIG in the garage like one could with a TIG because well
. our garage is attached to our house which
I sure wouldnt want burned to the ground. The Everlast Powertig 185 IS the machine Ive been wanting to try because I liked the features but more so because of the pricing
its within reach of the average Joe or in my case
. average Jane just starting out. Unfortunately, nobody I know has one and
. Reno is waaaaaaay too far away for me so
. please fill me in on demo details
. is there an application process? Did you need to provide them with a security deposit? If you did and you decide to keep the machine, will they apply the deposit to a purchase? I presume a manual came along with the machine? Is there contact information to support people should you run into any start up burps or hiccups? --One last little thing
. how about scheduling a weldorama in Chicago or Milwaukee
we can put you up at our house for free with your own bedroom and bathroom and Id feed you well
. just dont forget to bring that 200dx youve got. MM 211Smith Tru Lite O/A set, Thanks Bob!Lincoln AC-225--But you must not change one thing, one pebble, one grain of sand, until you know what good and evil will follow on that act. The world is in balance, in Equilibrium- Ursula K. Le Guin
Reply:Some dude outside of Chicago, eh? Talking behind my back I see. Men!!!! --Actually.... the eggs are pretty good.... bring your wife and that son of yours I've read about in posts and come pick some up yourself... plenty of spare bedrooms. You, my husband, and your son can go to Six Flags Great America and me and your wife can take off for Gurnee Mills with my husband's charge card and your charge card. Wheeeeeeeeeee, what fun we'll all have. --Incidentally, there's fresh chicken, rabbit, and lamb meat where the eggs came from too so bring a cooler for the drive home and I know somebody who would send you home with fresh pork too. Oh oh oh.... I forgot.... I just made 48 pints of fresh butter. The butter and eggs are especially nice for baking around the holidays... they're so fresh and thick.... wonderful in breads and pastries. The yolks are orange and really lend some color to a basic white bread. Oh.... and now that the hairy legged locusts all went back to school.... the pantry will fill back up.... there won't be any mountains of dirty laundry laying around to trip over and.... the house won't look like a HS gym locker any longer..... it will be cleeeeeeeeean again. Yay!!! Psst.... bring a TIG machine with you if you can come. MM 211Smith Tru Lite O/A set, Thanks Bob!Lincoln AC-225--But you must not change one thing, one pebble, one grain of sand, until you know what good and evil will follow on that act. The world is in balance, in Equilibrium- Ursula K. Le Guin
Reply:I will say this. Love the machine, but the manual that came woth mine was absolutely useless. It really is. I cant recall if t even had any exploded diagrams in it, it wasnt any sort of in depth book either, maybe 20 pages.Originally Posted by turismolover22I will say this. Love the machine, but the manual that came woth mine was absolutely useless. It really is. I cant recall if t even had any exploded diagrams in it, it wasnt any sort of in depth book either, maybe 20 pages.
Reply:I do not own one...I have never used one...But I will troll all I want because... I CAN!!Besides... it's my job....zap!I am not completely insane..Some parts are missing Professional Driver on a closed course....Do not attempt.Just because I'm a dumbass don't mean that you can be too.So DON'T try any of this **** l do at home.
Reply:Originally Posted by zapsterI do not own one...I have never used one...But I will troll all I want because... I CAN!!Besides... it's my job....zap!
Reply:Originally Posted by zapsterI do not own one...I have never used one...But I will troll all I want because... I CAN!!Besides... it's my job....zap!
Reply:Originally Posted by dbstoozapster = Head Moderator : It would be nice if you discouraged others from trolling. Of course, the easiest way to do that is to delete the posts that are deliberately taunting those of us that do want to discuss the machine, it's use, tips and problems.Dan
Reply:Troll: noun In Internet slang, a troll (/ˈtroʊl/, /ˈtrɒl/) is a person who sows discord on the Internet by starting arguments or upsetting people, by posting inflammatory, extraneous, or off-topic messages in an online community with the deliberate intent of provoking readers into an emotional response or of otherwise disrupting normal on-topic discussion.
Reply:soutthpaw> Awww how sweet of you. Im going to have to take a pass though. I would feel EXTREMELY uncomfortable accepting a free TIG machine from anyone unless I was a conduit and driving it over to donate it to a 501(c)3 or a needy school. Its not that I dont feel your offer is sincere
. I do
. I just couldnt accept anything like that for myself from anyone with the obvious exception of my husband, my dad, or one of my brothers. I do truly thank you though. --Please understand that scrap metal from a garbage can
. broken auto parts out of a recycling bin
. rusty gears for flower parts, empty cigar tubes
. old bicycle chains.... goodies from my teacher and.... even a wonderful little jig from gxbxc and an awesome jungle knife for one of our kids from notsooldordum
. are an entirely different story
.. the more I can get my hands on to play with the better!!! A brand new TIG machine
. uh uh
. no
I can always quilt over the winter months to keep myself busy!!! And I swear its nothing personal
.MM 211Smith Tru Lite O/A set, Thanks Bob!Lincoln AC-225--But you must not change one thing, one pebble, one grain of sand, until you know what good and evil will follow on that act. The world is in balance, in Equilibrium- Ursula K. Le Guin
Reply:Originally Posted by Louie1961Somehow I don't think this fits the duties of the head moderator Zap.
Reply:Originally Posted by Equilibriumsoutthpaw> Awww how sweet of you. Im going to have to take a pass though. I would feel EXTREMELY uncomfortable accepting a free TIG machine from anyone unless I was a conduit and driving it over to donate it to a 501(c)3 or a needy school. Its not that I dont feel your offer is sincere
. I do
. I just couldnt accept anything like that for myself from anyone with the obvious exception of my husband, my dad, or one of my brothers. I do truly thank you though. --Please understand that scrap metal from a garbage can
. broken auto parts out of a recycling bin
. rusty gears for flower parts, empty cigar tubes
. old bicycle chains.... goodies from my teacher and.... even a wonderful little jig from gxbxc and an awesome jungle knife for one of our kids from notsooldordum
. are an entirely different story
.. the more I can get my hands on to play with the better!!! A brand new TIG machine
. uh uh
. no
I can always quilt over the winter months to keep myself busy!!! And I swear its nothing personal
.
Reply:Originally Posted by dbstoo Of course, the easiest way to do that is to delete the posts that are deliberately taunting those of us that do want to discuss the machine, it's use, tips and problems.
Reply:Thanks for the clarification. My concern was that it appeared to condone and therefore encourage trolling.To add some on topic content:I don't have an oxy/acetylene rig for heating metal for bending. When I use a propane torch it heats everything in the area, including whatever I left on my welding table 18 inches away. I do get nice gentle bends that way since the heated area is so wide. Today I tried using my TIG torch to bend 1-1/4 x 1/8 inch mild steel bar stock. I reduced the argon to less than 10 CFH, used a #5 gas lens, 3/32 2% lanthenated and about 1/3 the amps that I'd normally use for a lap joint. I slowly waved the torch back and forth along the line where I wanted the bend. If I dwelled in one place too long there would be superficial melting. I used a vice grip as a handle on the end of the bar. In no time at all (30 seconds? A minute? Who knows???) , it started to give to gentle pressure. The result is a nice clean sharp bend.Dan----------------------------Measure twice. Weld once. Grind to size.MIG: Lincoln SP100 TIG/STICK: AHP Alphatig 200X
Reply:Originally Posted by DSWI think Zaps use of the word "troll" was probably a bad choice. I'd have used the work "lurk":
Reply:Dan, that is a really cool idea for bending.Tiger Sales: AHP Distributor www.tigersalesco.comAHP200x; AHP 160ST; MM350P, Spoolmatic 30A; Everlast PowerTig 185; Thermal Dynamics 60i plasma. For Sale: Cobra Mig 250 w/ Push-pull gun. Lincoln Wirematic 250
Reply:Trying to recommend a tig to a friend.any comparison videos between ahp 3rd generation and longevity 200dx? Anyone use both? seem to be both targeted to same market. http://www.longevity-inc.com/tig-welders/tigweld-200sxwtih promo code they are both about the same price.for some reason i have a gut feeling that longevity is a bigger company, thus better support, but it's not based on any real world experience.
Reply:A lot more features on the AHP, better company IMHO, but that is because I have dealt with Longevity and the owner thus cannot recommend the company. that's all im going to say on that. I did try the 200sx I believe it was called at the time. very similar. welded fine but the amperage readout was very inaccurate. not an issue if you just set it to kill and use the pedal, would be annoying if you did a lot of stick welding.Tiger Sales: AHP Distributor www.tigersalesco.comAHP200x; AHP 160ST; MM350P, Spoolmatic 30A; Everlast PowerTig 185; Thermal Dynamics 60i plasma. For Sale: Cobra Mig 250 w/ Push-pull gun. Lincoln Wirematic 250
Reply:I did not really understand the 2T / 4T setting until I read the information at http://www.weldingtipsandtricks.com/...ngs-part3.htmlI was under the impression that it was just slope-up/down. It appears to be much more than that. Worth spending 3 minutes to read.Dan----------------------------Measure twice. Weld once. Grind to size.MIG: Lincoln SP100 TIG/STICK: AHP Alphatig 200X
Reply:Handled. i apologize.Last edited by TigMonster; 12-03-2014 at 08:31 PM.
Reply:who did you buy it from and when? Their warranty clearly states they only pay for the shipping for the first 30 days. If you bought it from Amazon, simply send it back for a new one. By the way AHP's warranty is actually better than Miller's warranty when it comes to paying for shipping. And I quote: "exclusive remedies shall be, at Millers option: (1) repair; or (2) replacement...upon return of the goods at customers risk and expense. Millers option of repair or replacement will be F.O.B., Factory at Appleton, Wisconsin, or F.O.B. at a Miller authorized service facility as determined by Miller. Therefore no compensation or reimbursement for transportation costs of any kind will be allowed."Miller Multimatic 255
Reply:Originally Posted by Louie1961who did you buy it from and when? Their warranty clearly states they only pay for the shipping for the first 30 days. If you bought it from Amazon, simply send it back for a new one. By the way AHP's warranty is actually better than Miller's warranty when it comes to paying for shipping. And I quote: "exclusive remedies shall be, at Miller’s option: (1) repair; or (2) replacement...upon return of the goods at customer’s risk and expense. Miller’s option of repair or replacement will be F.O.B., Factory at Appleton, Wisconsin, or F.O.B. at a Miller authorized service facility as determined by Miller. Therefore no compensation or reimbursement for transportation costs of any kind will be allowed."
Reply:more than 30 days ago?Miller Multimatic 255
Reply:Ive had it for about 16 days
Reply:If you bought it new, go to the web site listed on page 13 of the manual and register it, then call for warranty repair.. http://ahpwelds.com/index.php/product-registration/Bet you are glad that it's not an 800 LB Miller, right? Shipping on that would suck!I looked for AHP on ebay, and did not find it. I did find a Canadian company, Weldmax, that is selling them. They claim to be an authorized dealer. Who were you dealing with? The seller or AHPWELDS?DanLast edited by dbstoo; 12-03-2014 at 08:14 PM.----------------------------Measure twice. Weld once. Grind to size.MIG: Lincoln SP100 TIG/STICK: AHP Alphatig 200X
Reply:Its from weldmax-tools los Angeles
Reply:Handled. i apologize.Last edited by TigMonster; 12-03-2014 at 08:31 PM.
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