Hobart Handler 140 MIG Welder

Thats Hot · Feb 13, 2015

And this will happen also...

Big Barn · Feb 13, 2015

Thats Hot said:
The problem with getting the HH140 is that this will start............. and there are No pills for this...<img src="http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/files/welding/411364-hobart-handler-140-mig-welder-ok-view-jpg"/>

Not true. There are pills that will stop it, but unfortunately you won't be around to enjoy your tools.

Terry

Underdog57 · Feb 13, 2015

Thats Hot said:
The problem with getting the HH140 is that this will start............. and there are No pills for this...View attachment 411364

That's so funny & TRUE!! I got along for 30 yrs. without a welder just fine, but I bought a tractor, then some attachments, then a stick welder, then a dry-cut saw to cut steel, then 2 welding helmets, grinders, respirators, gloves, shields, carts, cables, stingers, ext. cord,welding blankets, clamps, cheap welding table, and some other stuff I can't even think of, all in the last 1.5 yrs.

BukitCase · Feb 13, 2015

Gentlement, this isn't a disease - it's a BLESSING. (Disease is running out of money before you run out of toys to acquire, or space to put 'em)

...Steve

Big Barn · Feb 13, 2015

BukitCase said:
Gentlement, this isn't a disease - it's a BLESSING. (Disease is running out of money before you run out of toys to acquire, or space to put 'em) ...Steve

Is it even possible to run out of toys to acquire???!!! Crazy talk,Steve.

Terry

Jim in ICT · Feb 13, 2015

Yes, the S6 wire is very common. Should be available just about anywhere welding supplies are sold.

msb1766 said:
I am glad to see positive reviews, I did not know about switching the polarity of the machine when using gas, Thanks.

The ER70S6 wire is that wire a common wire?

Clay45 · Feb 14, 2015

If you're going to spring for the welder, spring for the gas. Get the largest bottle you can load/cart to/from the supplier. You won't regret it.

adirondackmtnman · Feb 14, 2015

I have the 140 and it's a decent machine, as long as you respect it's limits. Every once in a while, I run into a problem around the homestead that I can't tackle with it, but never anything that costs enough to hire out to justify stepping up to a bigger machine. I like the fact that I can plug it into a standard outlet or extension cord and boogie...and as has been stated, go for the gas...cheaper to run solid wire. Keep a roll of flux core on hand for outside on a windy day, and you'll be good to go.

msb1766 · Feb 15, 2015

I am going to set up the welder with gas per the suggestions, will get a bottle, so I should get it filled with 100% argon or the mix?
Also how do I transport the bottle? on its side ok?