How do the Millermatic 140 and the Hobart handler 140 welders compare? Dollar for dollar, which is the better choice in a non-professional though occasionally heavily used frame of mind. Mostly a homeowner setting, a couple of times a year setting steel I-beams, trusses, and structure. How do the Millermatic 140 and the Hobart handler 140 welders compare? Dollar for dollar, which is the better choice in a non-professional though occasionally heavily used frame of mind. Mostly a... » Read More How do the Millermatic 140 and the Hobart handler 140 welders compare? Dollar for dollar, which is the better choice in a non-professional though occasionally heavily used frame of mind. Mostly a homeowner setting, a couple of times a year setting steel I-beams, trusses, and structure. « Show Less
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Remember it's a 110vac mig welder- you're talking a rated capacity of 3/16" in mig, and 1/4" in fcaw. So structural is pushing it with one of these, since you'll only be able to swing short-circuit transfer on this machine (spray transfer is all but impossible). Miller and Hobart are going to be similar, but the Miller will likely be able to push a longer duty cycle in the real world. I've never tripped the thermal overload on mine, but have had other machines kick off on me. The fit and finish on this unit is really good, on par with the bigger industrial units.
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You get what you pay for. Hobart is owned by Miller but they aren't as good. If you just hobby weld it'll be ok. However, the Miller allows C25 gas the Hobart does not. The difference is huge in the looks of the weld and ease of working the weld. If it's blue or red it's a good welder!
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The autoset feature of the miller was the selling reason why I spent the extra money over the Hobart. I've used both machines and there both great but the miller is worth the extra money. If your going to be welding structural you want to know your welds are penetrating to the depth they need to be. Without the auto set its sort of a crap shoot.
131932
Not sure what ya mean by "at home occasional structural." I wouldn't do anything over bar joists with 1/8" chords or an i-beam around a W6x16 or so... maybe a W8x28 but i wouldn't use this machine and then sleep under the beam, thats what 200amp + class stick welders are for.
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Just used this framing gun to install 1000 sf of T1-11 treated plywood siding and a bunch of 1x4 treated trim. Excellent gun that set nails at a consistent depth with no jams. 90psi was great with fine depth adjustment on the gun itself. Should be fine for basic 2x4 or 2x6 framing. Always use Hot Dipped Galvanised nails : B&C Eagle A312X131HD/22 Round Head 3-1/2-Inch x .131 x 22 Degree Hot Dip Galvanized Smooth Shank Plastic Collated Framing Nails (500 per box) I would go so far to say you could build a house with this gun. I own a Porter Cable FR350A and this gun compares well. Just used this framing gun to install 1000 sf of T1-11 treated plywood siding and a bunch of 1x4 treated trim. Excellent gun that set nails at a consistent depth with no jams. 90psi was great with fine depth adjustment on the gun itself. Should be fine for basic 2x4 or 2x6 framing. Always use Hot Dipped Galvanised nails : B&C Eagle A312X131HD/22 Round Head 3-1/2-Inch x .131 x 22 Degree Hot Dip Galvanized Smooth Shank Plastic Collated Framing Nails (500 per box) I would go so far to say you could build a... » Read More Just used this framing gun to install 1000 sf of T1-11 treated plywood siding and a bunch of 1x4 treated trim. Excellent gun that set nails at a consistent depth with no jams. 90psi was great with fine depth adjustment on the gun itself. Should be fine for basic 2x4 or 2x6 framing. Always use Hot Dipped Galvanised nails : B&C Eagle A312X131HD/22 Round Head 3-1/2-Inch x .131 x 22 Degree Hot Dip Galvanized Smooth Shank Plastic Collated Framing Nails (500 per box) I would go so far to say you could build a house with this gun. I own a Porter Cable FR350A and this gun compares well. « Show Less
1995928
I don't know about the eastwood, but the hobart is a great welder! You get what you pay for!
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First of all I am very happy with my hot max Welder. the 50/60 hz relates to what power source you have. basically what country you are in. The Hobart uses 60 hz which means it will run in the US and any other country that uses 60 hz. It Plugs into 220 V AC the welder puts out DC voltage. You will have to put your own Plug on it to plug it in to 220. there are so many different styles to choose from that I believe this is why they ship it this way. Again, very happy with it. I use it in my Auto/Truck Repair Business. If you have any other question please feel free to ask. Hope this helps.
321976
Yes if you bevel it and most likely need to use a couple of passes, good for a occasional job but if doing a lot of 1/4" and larger welding would be better off getting a larger machine. This works well with 3/16" steel and smaller, really good on 1/8" steel and smaller. In most home welding you don't need a bigger welder. The rule is buy the best welder you can afford, and I would avoid the non name brand welders. Get a Hobart, miller or Lincoln to be sure it is a quality machine
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Recommend looking at Everlast PA-140ST on Amazon. Over $100 less, works on 110 or 220, up to 140 amps, includes tig torch & carry case. Would still have to buy regulator & hoses, but would have money left over from the savings. Would still need to buy a tank of gas, but that would be needed with any tig welder purchase.
1206107
Don't know the steel details. However, the boning knife performs as well as the chefs knife.I'm a butchers son. I would put either knife up against knives in the $200 plus range.
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Heavier (4lbs v 3lbs 8oz) Platinum coating over the stainless steel 50w higher holds .3 oz more water More advanced steam system Anti Calc system (Their Focus model also has this, but the Professional does not) Electronic Temp Control (again Focus has it, but Pro does not) I would recommend the Focus model for the $$ savings and similar features to the Advancer. It's cheaper than the pro even.
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Christian - it has the capacity to arc (stick) weld as well as the tig. On the heavier metals, I suggest using the arc, as tig can be extremely slow; however with the tig, you can meld/weld unlike metals.
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I used it on a Lincoln 175 I had to make a few modifications to the wiring but nothing major. I also have a Hobart but it will not work on this machine. The problem is the brass fitting that goes into the front of the welder is different. I would guess the Miller welder is also different. e The Longevity spool gun works great. For the money you cant go wrong. You could look at the fitting on your Miller and go to a weld supply shop and check out a Lincoln.
2111907
I was told the other day while purchasing a Porter Cable saw at Lowes that I should avoid the Dewalt due to paying extra for the name, not sure if this to be true or not. I purchased a Steel City planer and so far so good, the head is what sold me, I used a knife machine but prefer the helical head.
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Your best bet is to call the Hobart help number that is listed in the welder documentation. They are very helpful in trouble shooting, plus if there is a warranty problem that call will begin the correction process. Meanwhile make sure your connections are good.
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This guy must not know how to use a welder ive owned lincoln welders all my life andI have alwas found dollor for dollor you cant beat them and have welded with one just like it its a little diffrent but once you get it adjusted you can weld almost anything 1/4" mild steal is no problem for it and if you run stringers you can weld a 2" plate but its going to take a bit of time
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I purchased mine September 10, 2012. I've used other peoples and they are phenolic as well. Another reviewer has a similar picture to mine posted as well and it shows the phenolic wire feed assembly as well. I will say that I've got several Hobart welders and all have a similar design for this. Haven't ever had a lick of trouble with any of them. In fact the wire feed is more consistent and smoother than my millermatic. But I'm pretty sure if you order one it will have the same setup. Hope this helps.
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Yes. Cant weld anything over 14g properly. Sold mine and bought Miller Migmatic
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I have owned the chicago electric welder and the hot max 100 amp welder.The chicago electric was ok, but itt just quite over a two year period. I think because it did not have a thermal overload switch, I may be wrong. One thing Idon't like about the chicago electric and I believe the hot max is there are no relacement parts. Between the two welders, the spec. Sheet favors the hot max, you have a higher duty cycle at different ampes, 60 vs 30. I have had the hot max for, I believe for about a year and as soon as send this email it may brake on me. I hope not, and good luck with your choice I have owned the chicago electric welder and the hot max 100 amp welder.The chicago electric was ok, but itt just quite over a two year period. I think because it did not have a thermal overload switch, I may be wrong. One thing Idon't like about the chicago electric and I believe the hot max is there are no relacement parts. Between the two welders, the spec. Sheet favors the hot max, you have a higher duty cycle at different ampes, 60 vs 30. I have had the hot max for, I believe for about a year and as soon as send this email it may brake on me. I hope not, and... » Read More I have owned the chicago electric welder and the hot max 100 amp welder.The chicago electric was ok, but itt just quite over a two year period. I think because it did not have a thermal overload switch, I may be wrong. One thing Idon't like about the chicago electric and I believe the hot max is there are no relacement parts. Between the two welders, the spec. Sheet favors the hot max, you have a higher duty cycle at different ampes, 60 vs 30. I have had the hot max for, I believe for about a year and as soon as send this email it may brake on me. I hope not, and good luck with your choice « Show Less
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I reckon so if your careful but from experience I can tell you spend the extra 10$ and get the Dremmel the yoke on the kawasaki unit is plastic and it broke first day on me plus it's a pretty weak machine anyhow I returned mine and got the Dremmel but I was vs cutting nails not aluminum but I'd imagine the end result will be the same once the th ING heats up the plastic melts and it fails anyways hope this helps you brother