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Looking for one that I can plug into my existing 220 50 amp service that I use for a welder. Probably need auto pilot and it needs to cut 3/4 to 1 inch occasionally. Any suggestions appreciated. Ken Sweet
I bought a Brand X once. Had it go bad twice. I now have Everlast stick, plasma, and Tig units. Enough said. I like the Everlast units.There are some longevity reviews on youtube if you look around. Seems like well made products that they stand behind. I'm eyeballing the the multi process machines for a variety of projects.
Never buy a multi-process welder that has plasma, and high frequency for Tig welding! :thumbdown:I'm eyeballing the the multi process machines for a variety of projects.
Do you need to pierce 1"...or is edge starting ok? To pierce 1" repeatedly you would need a 125 amp plasma (like the Powermax125), however if edge starting is adequate then a Hypertherm Powermax45 will do the job. It is conservatively rated as a 1/2" machine, however it has higher load voltage and a shielded torch that allow you to cut thicker and faster as compared to most other 60 amp units. For a little more power step up to the Powermax65. Either will operate well on a 50 amp 230 volt welder circuit. If price is your primary concern....you probably won't like the Hypertherm's! If ease of use, lowest operating cost, support from a real factory and long term reliability are deciding factors...then the extra cost is a bargain. Jim Colt