What's the diff between a MIG welder and wire feeder?

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Hello all....What is the difference between a "wire feeder," like a LN-25 and a MIG welder?Can you use gas (MIG) with a wire feeder?Thanks guys...MetalBob
Reply:some larger power sources do not have built in systems for feeding wire, so a dedicated wire feeder is needed, and typically mounted on top of the welding power source.yes most wire feeders are ready for use with gas. lincolns site states that the ln-25 doesnt come with the gas solenoid, but its made for MIG and fluxcore so add a solenoid and it should be ready. http://www.mylincolnelectric.com/Cat...heet.asp?p=420
Reply:Originally Posted by MetalBobHello all....What is the difference between a "wire feeder," like a LN-25 and a MIG welder?Can you use gas (MIG) with a wire feeder?Thanks guys...
Reply:Thanks guys...MetalBob