Welder?
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Racer
Joined: Nov 2002
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From: Potomac MD
Welder?
Millermatic® 140 with Auto-Set...welds 24 gauge - 3/16 in
Requires 1-Phase power
115 V, 20 Amps 60Hz
Millermatic® 180 with Auto-Set...welds 24 gauge - 5/16 in
Requires 1-Phase Power
230 V, 21.7 A, 60 Hz
Which would be better as for electrical usage? 180 is about $100 more than 140.
Requires 1-Phase power
115 V, 20 Amps 60Hz
Millermatic® 180 with Auto-Set...welds 24 gauge - 5/16 in
Requires 1-Phase Power
230 V, 21.7 A, 60 Hz
Which would be better as for electrical usage? 180 is about $100 more than 140.
Race Director
Joined: Dec 1999
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From: Forked River NJ
I would go with the 180. You never have enough power. 
If you go with the 140 you will be running it closer to its maximum a lot. The 180 will be a better machine for the extra 100. Wiring it in is not a big deal if you do not have 230 in the garage.
If you go with the 140 you will be running it closer to its maximum a lot. The 180 will be a better machine for the extra 100. Wiring it in is not a big deal if you do not have 230 in the garage.
Pro
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 517
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From: Peoria IL
Go for the 180, no question. You can always turn it down, and big welders run just fine on low power settings.
The larger machines start the weld more smoothly, last longer, don't overheat as easily, have a better quality arc, and of course can weld thicker material. You can get the penetration you need with a 220V machine that a 110V machine simply is not capable of.
For $100 it's a no-brainer. Get the 220V machine.
The larger machines start the weld more smoothly, last longer, don't overheat as easily, have a better quality arc, and of course can weld thicker material. You can get the penetration you need with a 220V machine that a 110V machine simply is not capable of.
For $100 it's a no-brainer. Get the 220V machine.
