if you were going to compare this to a Hobart 500558 Handler, would you say its as good?
232683
If you are in a home setting this welder is great. I am doing automotive body and fabrication work as well as using it to tack together tig projects. It only has two settings; wire speed and amperage. Both are reohstats and can be used successfully. If your expecting professional quality by a miller or Lincoln. I own a miller and a Lincoln and this compliments both when it comes to getting work done. As for reliability I have only had it for a few months. I use it every other day.
232684
Hello. Really i dont know hobart model. We only import eastwood mig . Is very good. Best regards.David Salas
1824652
I am very happy with mine. I haven't used it more than three times, but it has a lot of power and is easy to start if you do it right. It is pretty much a clone of a Husqkvarna 45 cc and starts and runs pretty much the same. I cut up some very large and seasoned oak wood with ease with mine.
1862963
I have used the dw621 lightly for several years. It is easy to use, has precise calibrations and maintains constant velocity on all but the largest cuts. I have not complaints concerning it. I had one DeWalt router that burned out but forget the model number, it may have been the dw618, but it was many years ago.
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I have owned the chicago electric welder and the hot max 100 amp welder.The chicago electric was ok, but itt just quite over a two year period. I think because it did not have a thermal overload switch, I may be wrong. One thing Idon't like about the chicago electric and I believe the hot max is there are no relacement parts. Between the two welders, the spec. Sheet favors the hot max, you have a higher duty cycle at different ampes, 60 vs 30. I have had the hot max for, I believe for about a year and as soon as send this email it may brake on me. I hope not, and good luck with your choice I have owned the chicago electric welder and the hot max 100 amp welder.The chicago electric was ok, but itt just quite over a two year period. I think because it did not have a thermal overload switch, I may be wrong. One thing Idon't like about the chicago electric and I believe the hot max is there are no relacement parts. Between the two welders, the spec. Sheet favors the hot max, you have a higher duty cycle at different ampes, 60 vs 30. I have had the hot max for, I believe for about a year and as soon as send this email it may brake on me. I hope not, and... » Read More I have owned the chicago electric welder and the hot max 100 amp welder.The chicago electric was ok, but itt just quite over a two year period. I think because it did not have a thermal overload switch, I may be wrong. One thing Idon't like about the chicago electric and I believe the hot max is there are no relacement parts. Between the two welders, the spec. Sheet favors the hot max, you have a higher duty cycle at different ampes, 60 vs 30. I have had the hot max for, I believe for about a year and as soon as send this email it may brake on me. I hope not, and good luck with your choice « Show Less
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I had no probs with this one. It can handle 1500wts since it is 1.5 farads. It is handling my 1500 amp. Make sure you use high guage ground cable and bolt it down to metal or it will fry unlike most users who do forget that part(8guage at least).
1744294
Yes. Designed to handle 220 volts.. I've used it on my Hobart IronMan 230 with no problems.
2275853
Possibly but with this mixer we've had to work on it several times already, you get what you pay for, the Hobart is by far a better mixer.
404772
Sorry, I am not familiar with the Hobart machine. I went with the Millermatic 211 based on opinions from other welders and Miller quality and endurance. I have been very happy with the 211.
830389
In the first place, that price is about 3 grand higher than I paid for my unit. I'm not sure what unit you have as far as your inside unit (air handler) is concerned. I'm assuming it is a 2.5 ton as well. I have had great success with my new unit and I don't see any problem with compatibility. Wishing you best success.
375890
I use the cart for my Hobart Handler190 and it fits fine. Great cart for small welders.
875264
The winch handler you are talking about has extra holes drilled and it matched up fine with the 4500 lb winch I bought at tsc. even if it didn't, it would be easy enough to drill a couple holes to make it work fine. This handler has gone up a little compared to what I paid for it a month ago. it is still less expensive than buying off the shelf. if you have to pay shipping then it will just about be a wash.
1995925
Not sure about the Eastwood - never used their stuff. Seems ok to me, but I'm clumsy, so I needed 'as good as I could get'.I AM sure about the Hobart, though - it works Good!
1694758
I have only used the Fluke version one time, so I really cant give you the best info. This unit worked very well for my novice field tech's and the fluke also worked well and didn't require and real training. so in my opinion take the cheap one.
1995927
I just bought the hobart 190. I am waiting for delivery. I spent 2 weeks decideing between the hobart and the eastman. I decided welders are like golf clubs. If you buy cheap you will never know whether is you or the machine that laid the ugly weld. In my case it will take the excuses away.
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Don't be fooled by cheap imports. You will never develop skills with inferior tools. This machine and Hobarts are good starter machines. I own this one and have expanded it with the spooling gun for aluminum and stainless steel. Be ready to buy the gas that is needed to create professional welds. You can get the gas in small tanks from welding supply stores.
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I used it on a Lincoln 175 I had to make a few modifications to the wiring but nothing major. I also have a Hobart but it will not work on this machine. The problem is the brass fitting that goes into the front of the welder is different. I would guess the Miller welder is also different. e The Longevity spool gun works great. For the money you cant go wrong. You could look at the fitting on your Miller and go to a weld supply shop and check out a Lincoln.
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Depends on use. For occasional use this is great. Handles all nail drivers. Would not keep up with a commercial operation. Need a larger tank for that. Maintains pressure well for home projects.