I've fabing for 45 years. A and have operated numerous machines over the years
Question for you. I've always been operating transformer machines, and even in my personal shop, but my migmaster 251 just took a dump. I'm torn on getting an inverter machine or back to a transformer,,, which are ungodly expensive.Im leary of the invertor machines just due to the reliability and the longevity of the machines. I run about 200+lbs of wire per year in my personal shop and get into 1/2 material once in awhile, so a 200 amp machine will be needed. Was looking @ the Miller 252 but again really expensive. @ 65 I don't need a machine to out last me either. I already have a tig and stick so a combination machine really isn't necessary.....any thoughts. Thanks
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There’s no “reliability” issues with inverter machines unless you buy some of the offshore made products. Even then, it’s a lottery as some folks use them with zero issues, others have hateful experiences.
But the same is true with any machine whether it’s a budget brand or a top name. Top name tend to have better results and locally available service centers, that’s why more professionals choose them.
The PrimeWeld machines are worth owning, especially for a home shop. For $1,000 you can get a brand new 285-amp machine, 3 years of warranty and find discount codes online (6061 has a 10% in fact) if Jody doesn’t have one on his website.
https://primeweld.com/products/primeweld-mig-285
But the same is true with any machine whether it’s a budget brand or a top name. Top name tend to have better results and locally available service centers, that’s why more professionals choose them.
The PrimeWeld machines are worth owning, especially for a home shop. For $1,000 you can get a brand new 285-amp machine, 3 years of warranty and find discount codes online (6061 has a 10% in fact) if Jody doesn’t have one on his website.
https://primeweld.com/products/primeweld-mig-285
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