Hi, and which Clarke?

[edhall]

Hi guys, i'm new to the forum and just about to get myself a welder. Had one a couple of years ago but stupidly sold it.
I think i want either a Clarke 150TE or 160TE. The 160TE seems the natural choice as it's set up for big bottles already (which i want) and it seems to come well recommended.
However the 'hobby' 150TE claims to be able to weld 6mm steel whereas the 160 (strangely) only seems rated up to 4-5mm. It's for car body repairs and fabrication.
They're both around the same price so i was wondering if anyone could advise?
Cheers, Ed

 

[weldequip]

Hi Ed,
They cheat a bit with the model number on the 160TE, it's actually 150 amps, same as the 150TE. I woudn't go on the claimed maximum thickness figures too much, but the 160TE is certianly capable of doing as much as the 150TE + it's got the refillable cylinder carrier & regulator.
Can do you a good deal if you like & you'll have virtual 24 hours after-sales support from moi
weldequip

 

[edhall]

Okay cheers, sounds like the one to go for. How much, all in, could you supply one for? I'd need it delivered to the midlands. Ed

 

[weldequip]

Sent you a private message Ed, check your inbox.
weldequip

 

[edhall]

Cheers Weldequip, i'm sleeping on it to consider my options.