IXLR8
Veteran Member
I have a TIG welder, but I am not very good with it yet. I have an OA setup that I do okay with. I'm looking for a flux core MIG machine. Most of my welding is done outside and the nearest supplier for gasses is 1.3 hrs, one way, and $30 in tolls away. Hence looking for something that doesn't require gas. Most of my welding is 3/16" thick or smaller mild steel. On a rare occasion I'll do something 1/4", but never anything thicker. I would like a 110/220 machine for versatility. It might get used 4 times a year so I don't want to spend the big bucks. But I want something that will lay down a good bead, once I get some experience with it. Having to do a little clean up of the slag is okay with me. I'm thinking I'd like to keep the price below $1000 for the setup, $1200 max. What would you folks recommend for machine and wire? Thank you