Brian250357
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Hi there, this is my first post so please bear with me if I ask some daft or previously answered questions. I've spent many an hour on the web researching for a suitable Mig welder and just as much time reading the many posts on this forum. I must just say that this is by far the friendliest and most helpful forum I've ever used.
My requirements are:
Non live torch (don't fancy blinding and/or electrocuting myself!)
Gasless for working outside as I don't fancy burning down my wooden shed but maybe with the option to convert to gas at a later date
Power low enough for car body work but high enough for up to 5mm mild steel
Readily available source of spares, accessories and consumables
A Mig that is relatively easy to set up and use. I did some welding training but that was 25 years ago and I've hardly used the skills since so I would place myself at newbie level again.
My budget isn't that high, probably in the region of £200 to £250.
My research has led me towards 2 machines, both Sealey.
The Mightymig 100, the reason for this choice is mainly that it is reasonably inexpensive (from £120 upwards) and it will suffice for my immediate needs. The main concerns are it's gasless only and appears to only go down to 55amps which from what I've read maybe too high for car body work.
The other is the Mightymig 150, still reasonably priced at £180 to £200. This one goes down to 30amps and has the option to use gas.
In typing this I've realised I've probably answered my own questions but I would appreciate any comments or advice anyone might have.
Many thanks
Brian
My requirements are:
Non live torch (don't fancy blinding and/or electrocuting myself!)
Gasless for working outside as I don't fancy burning down my wooden shed but maybe with the option to convert to gas at a later date
Power low enough for car body work but high enough for up to 5mm mild steel
Readily available source of spares, accessories and consumables
A Mig that is relatively easy to set up and use. I did some welding training but that was 25 years ago and I've hardly used the skills since so I would place myself at newbie level again.
My budget isn't that high, probably in the region of £200 to £250.
My research has led me towards 2 machines, both Sealey.
The Mightymig 100, the reason for this choice is mainly that it is reasonably inexpensive (from £120 upwards) and it will suffice for my immediate needs. The main concerns are it's gasless only and appears to only go down to 55amps which from what I've read maybe too high for car body work.
The other is the Mightymig 150, still reasonably priced at £180 to £200. This one goes down to 30amps and has the option to use gas.
In typing this I've realised I've probably answered my own questions but I would appreciate any comments or advice anyone might have.
Many thanks
Brian