Those 240v 225 amp century boxes are usually called "tombstones" and are a LOT
better.
That said, I have one of those 110/220 v buzzboxes (but mine is a 90 amp)
sitting in the garage. Usually run 3/32 rod with it, but have managed to run
1/8 7014, but that is really really pushing the box
But for cheap, light tacking of 'stuff', they work.
Next box (next time I need to do anything at all serious) will be one of the
new inverter stick/tig boxes. NOT cheap, but even lighter (if you don't carry
the tanks). I want one that does AC/DC and has HF start - want to be able to
do Al. Never run a TIG, but used to stick a LOT at one job. Heavy HEAVY
stuff, you know when you are running 3/16 7014, you're pushing amps (2-3 boxes
of rods on a busy day)
On 1/3/2014 Grant Saviers wrote:
> Good point. Gave away my 240v 80# 225a buzzbox, weighs more than the
> entry MIGs, takes 240v 50a. The HF 70a unit (120v?) is probably ok for
> rebar tacks with 1/16" rods, but I think wouldn't do 2" sch 40 corner
> post braces or used drill pipe. Can't beat buzzboxes for cheap. Takes
> a bit more skill though, unless ugly is ok.
> Grant KZ1W
> On 1/3/2014 9:56 AM, Charlie Gallo wrote:
>> I'd say a stick welder is even lighter and easier. A small "buzzbox" stick
>> is about 30 pounds, costs about 80 dollars, and your done
>> On 1/3/2014 Grant Saviers wrote:
>>> Flux core is the easiest, cheapest, and lightest way to weld in the
>>> field e.g. for fence posts in the pasture with a generator on the back
>>> of the ATV or Gator. The entry MIG setups also don't have a regulator
>>> in the kit although the Miller and others have the shield gas plumbing
>>> and valve inside.
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