
TIG machines
#1
Posted 12 June 2012 - 04:15 PM
Not sure on how much machine I need. Most of you have seen the projects I have done. Mostly small beads and so far just mild steel. I don't see my self welding SS,or Alum.
Not sure if the machines that run on 110 and have a air cooled torch would do the trick.
Anyone here run a TIG welder on 110V? What are your thoughts?
Scott
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#2
Posted 12 June 2012 - 06:41 PM
I recently traded up to their Maxstar 200 to get down to 1 amp. its an ego thing, here again a perfect welder. I dont think it has a 100 percent duty cycle, but I dont need one.
Jim
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#3
Posted 12 June 2012 - 06:52 PM
#4
Posted 12 June 2012 - 08:10 PM
If you don't think you will do aluminum you can get by with the machines that are DC only. A lot cheaper. You could stil do stainless, copper, and or bronze. For what you do I would save the money that you would spend on a water cooled torch. I'd recommend getting a name brand one from a local weld shop.
I don't like cheap machines. My local airgas sells Miller and Lincoln. I didn't realize that there are DC only machines. He was making out that the air cooled torches are not very good. Maybe he is trying to up sell on the machine?
Scott
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#5
Posted 12 June 2012 - 08:18 PM
I bought the Miller to do automotive and motorcycle sculptures and I have no complaints, I sold the Maxstar 150 for what I paid for it.
Jim
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#6
Posted 12 June 2012 - 08:21 PM
I used a Miller Maxstar 150 for a while, everything I'v posted here was welded with it, it was trouble free. I also welded some 1/4" plate and 2"x.120 box tubing with no problems.
I recently traded up to their Maxstar 200 to get down to 1 amp. its an ego thing, here again a perfect welder. I dont think it has a 100 percent duty cycle, but I dont need one.
Jim
Are the Maxstar a scratch start or do you hit the foot pedal and start the arc?
Scott
What you have to do is to think that each leg, foot, ear or whatever is a separate sculpture and all together make the finish piece.
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#7
Posted 12 June 2012 - 09:05 PM
I have been using a Longevity machine for about 7 months now. Not been kind to it at all and it has never let me down. About half the price of the big names and in my opinion just a good a machine if not better.
They have two machines that run on 110 and do ac/dc. Worth the look for a starter machine....
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#8
Posted 12 June 2012 - 10:18 PM
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#9
Posted 13 June 2012 - 05:33 AM
Are the Maxstar a scratch start or do you hit the foot pedal and start the arc?
Foot pedal
Jim
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The large print givieth, the small print taketh away.
Tom Waits
#10
Posted 13 June 2012 - 07:09 AM
Just my 2 cents worth,
I have been using a Longevity machine for about 7 months now. Not been kind to it at all and it has never let me down. About half the price of the big names and in my opinion just a good a machine if not better.
They have two machines that run on 110 and do ac/dc. Worth the look for a starter machine....
Scott
What you have to do is to think that each leg, foot, ear or whatever is a separate sculpture and all together make the finish piece.
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#11
Posted 13 June 2012 - 09:04 AM
Torch feels softer than my Miller 200 syncro. Has a bendable head for any angle you need. Can also get a water cooler if needed.
Longevity has a try before you buy program. Someone in your area with a machine will let you try it out. Check on the website or just give them a call. They have been very helpful and easy to work with.
Heck, if you get to Phoenix come on by and try mine. I have 4 different ones to play with.
Kevin Caron kevin at kevincaron.com 602-952-8767
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#12
Posted 13 June 2012 - 12:57 PM
Did it come as a complete package, or did you need to get the torch and regulator ETC?
I had not heard of Longevity before. The price does seem very attractive! But in the back of my mind is saying "you get what you pay for". I am glad to hear that both of you are happy so far.
Not sure when I will be ready to buy, but this is some good info.
Same cups as everyone else. My torch has the finger on off switch. It also came with a pedal but I have never used it.
Torch feels softer than my Miller 200 syncro. Has a bendable head for any angle you need. Can also get a water cooler if needed.
Longevity has a try before you buy program. Someone in your area with a machine will let you try it out. Check on the website or just give them a call. They have been very helpful and easy to work with.
Heck, if you get to Phoenix come on by and try mine. I have 4 different ones to play with.
Scott
What you have to do is to think that each leg, foot, ear or whatever is a separate sculpture and all together make the finish piece.
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#13
Posted 13 June 2012 - 01:48 PM
Mine came with a torch and regulator.
The price is very fair and it comes with a 5 year parts and labor warranty
I will pm you my number, it is easier to talk than type.
Hope to chat soon..
How do you start the arc? Scratch or pedal(hand control)?
Did it come as a complete package, or did you need to get the torch and regulator ETC?
I had not heard of Longevity before. The price does seem very attractive! But in the back of my mind is saying "you get what you pay for". I am glad to hear that both of you are happy so far.
Not sure when I will be ready to buy, but this is some good info.
Kevin Caron kevin at kevincaron.com 602-952-8767
~. inspired sculpture for public & private places .~
http://www.kevincaron.com
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Posted 13 June 2012 - 03:11 PM
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Posted 13 June 2012 - 06:24 PM
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#16
Posted 13 June 2012 - 07:12 PM
https://www.longevit...TIG-Welders.php
Not sure how soon I will be in the market, but for the money these seem like a lot of bang for the buck.
Scott
What you have to do is to think that each leg, foot, ear or whatever is a separate sculpture and all together make the finish piece.
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#17
Posted 13 June 2012 - 10:53 PM
Note: Based on my pleasure with the Longevity TIG unit, I also purchased one of their plasma cutters that also seems to work well. It is a very basic model with scratch lift-arc start only, but for my work it is fine for now. If I was going to b eusin g it on a PLasmaCam or the like, I'd opt for one with the high-frequency arc start instead, of course. For my freehand and edge guide work, the lift arc is just fine.
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#18
Posted 25 November 2012 - 09:30 PM
#19
Posted 24 January 2013 - 04:39 PM
I went with one of their newest machines. It's a DC only.
http://www.longevity...igWeld-200i.php
I think it will do what I want.
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Scott
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#20
Posted 25 January 2013 - 10:16 AM
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