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im just gettin started in welding and im looking for a good mig welder for my use i want to be able to weld alluminum and stainless and use my welder for some body work and repairs around the house, i dont have 220 so the welder would have to be 110, does anyone know of a reliable welder that is capable of doing what i want running off 110?-corey
Reply:Originally Posted by manofsteel99im just gettin started in welding and im looking for a good mig welder for my use i want to be able to weld alluminum and stainless and use my welder for some body work and repairs around the house, i dont have 220 so the welder would have to be 110, does anyone know of a reliable welder that is capable of doing what i want running off 110?-corey
Reply:Originally Posted by RojodiabloLincoln 135/3200, available at Lowes, HD. I believe the Hobart 140 is available at Sears. miller 135 at some different locations. All do the same job. They are good welders, especially considering the power consumption and cost. There are a ton of ways to extend these welders' useful range. Just remember no matter who says it can't be done with these, there are another 3 stubborn guys here who have indeed done it with these welders. Practice is the key. Stick to thin wire-.023 for steel, .030(5356) for aluminum.Mixed gas for steel(80/20, etc...) and pure argon for aluminum. Good luck!!
Reply:Originally Posted by VisorblueWon't he need a spool gun for aluminum? I'm clueless on this but from what I read the Miller (Hobart, too?) will require a spool gun adapter, etc.http://content.lincolnelectric.com/p...ture/e7242.pdfMaybe this has changed with the new Millermatic 140?
Reply:I'd get a machine that'll take a spool gun - just in case.  Also, why no 220?  If you're gonna invest in a machine why not put in an outlet and get something that isn't underpowered?
Reply:Originally Posted by camobobI'd get a machine that'll take a spool gun - just in case.  Also, why no 220?  If you're gonna invest in a machine why not put in an outlet and get something that isn't underpowered?