Mightymig130tx mk2 turbo - wire feed motor failed

[Dave Lock]

Hi all,
Could anyone tell me is the wirefeed motor 12 or 24v, mine has just packed up (I get the clicking of the solenoid, the gas comes through, I get power to the tip but the wire doesn't feed) took it apart to find bit of wire coming out and a bit of magnet chipped off inside and the motor is a bit clunky and doesn't spin.
So I guess it's either a new feed unit or motor dependent upon which is cheaper!
Any ideas or pointers would be appreciated!
Let's keep another from the skip.
Many thanks!!
Dave.

 

[Seadog]

Now where did I put my crystal ball?

 

[a111r]

They're 24 volt.
Easy test is connect it direct to a 12 volt battery - they rarely fail.
The motors are held on to the gearbox via two small screws, so easily swapped out. Check the plastic gears inside, too.

 

[Dave Lock]

a111r,
Many thanks, I have got the unit stripped already , all the gears are good and the motor is out too and that is not. Clicks rather badly and does not spin, I opened that up too and it looks like the carbon brushes have broken off, tested it with a battery charger, nada!! Guess that the bit!! :/
Any ideas for a source, have looked on fleabay and it looks like a generic drive unit would be the best choice, just need to check some dimensions.
Regards,
Dave.

Seadog, I don't know what your problem is but if you have nothing useful to share try Mrs Rabbits advice!!

 

[500e]

Dave as a new member a word.This is A friendly site SD was a bit out but yours was a bit strong.
You will get the proverbial taken all the time, try & get a feel for the site
We all get ragged at times but all in the best of taste

 

[a111r]

Look for a MM 100, 120 or 130 or a Sureweld locally with a busted torch etc. Last one I had cost me a fiver.
This sort of thing (which is not worth 30 quid..) Then you're sorted for spares.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/sureweld...tem2f45007a08:g:H6oAAOSwuSZe5gMe&LH_Auction=1

 

[Dave Lock]

Oh I see it's that kind of site is it, where a newbie asks a question and get some stupid out of order and uncalled for comment as a first response but the newbie is the one that's out of order!!
Not appreciated!!