Hi guys, need some help on a MIG welder. My 30 year old MIG has run it's last I think. I lost the control board the other day and I honestly don't think it's worth fixing assuming I can even find a board. It is an old 225 amp Century machine I bought off of the Matco truck back when I was working commission repair shops. I know Century was not the best to start with, but this thing lasted me for what is probably more than average for what it is.It also needs a new leash and gun as it is getting pretty worn out and I can't hardly find parts for it any more. I am just assuming the board is probably made from unobtainium and will be tough to find and super pricy if I do find one. So, looking at new or good used machines. I really don't need 225 amps. I seldom get over .040 wire. Most of the time I use .028, .030, and .035. I do want shielding gas and not flux core. What do you think would be a good machine? I don't do much heavy or continuous welding anymore. Mostly just small projects. I have tried some of the 110 V machines and so far I haven't found one I like. Just not enough control on thin material and not enough guts on heavier stuff. I saw a Hobart at Tractor Supply the other day that is a 250 amp machine with a 60% duty cycle @ 175 amps for $1,500. Think it is any good? For a little more they have one with a spool gun. Kind of always wanted a spool gun for real thin stuff and aluminum.
Other ideas?
Thanks,
Greg
Other ideas?
Thanks,
Greg