Linde 220V mig question

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I saw one for sale local, but was wondering what machine it could be.  Going by the post it's a 220V mig from the 1990's with a 90% duty cycle.  Anyone know what this machine COULD be?  I know I'm not giving you much to go by, but I always thought the bigger units had higher duty cycles.Last edited by toomanytoyzz; 11-14-2012 at 09:41 AM.
Reply:Duty cycle on any machine is 100% at a given current and voltage..    it drops off toward the upper end of machine capability...   if it has an intregrated mig gun and not a seperate feeder its probably a Dip-pac or MigMaster type of machine.   Most were 200 to 250 amp machines.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:Originally Posted by soutthpawDuty cycle on any machine is 100% at a given current and voltage..    it drops off toward the upper end of machine capability...   if it has an intregrated mig gun and not a seperate feeder its probably a Dip-pac or MigMaster type of machine.   Most were 200 to 250 amp machines.
Reply:If it includes a tank and regulator I would say its worth $300 or so   its only 160 Amps.   you can get a lat model miller or lincoln, or hobart 175-190 amp machine used  that is half the size for $300-400 used...  Parts and service will be much better too.  Read the data plate and it will tell you what amps at what duty cycle.   my guess would be 160 at about a 50% duty cycle, give or take 10%.  That is a pretty old machine so I would make sure the drive rolls are still available for it before you get it...  ESAB customer service may be able to advise you more about it..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 bought a linde migmaster 160 new in about 1989. It was a closeout cost about $1000. I still use it and it works fine. Looks just like the picture.Lascar