Mark @ Everlast
Advertiser
We are proud to OFFICIALLY release the new PowerTig 185 MICRO. We have been working on this unit for over a year and now it is finally here. This is a completely new unit, and competes well with the Miller Diversion series and other basic AC/DC TIG welders. No other imported welder comes close to this completely new design. However, I imagine it won't be long before you see other imports following copying and bringing out their own versions. But we have worked steadily with our factory since September 09 to bring this product to market, part of what makes our working relationship unique.
It is small in weight and stature. A scant 29 lbs (my scale), and 7 inches wide, by 12 inches high x 18 inches long.
It is really the answer many customers are seeking in an AC/DC TIG only machine. We encounter new and even seasoned customers who desire a machine with capability but do not have a grasp of advanced features.
The PowerTig 185 has been boiled down to the most basic and important features while welding whether AC or DC. Here are the features that we feel will bring out the best quality welds with the least amount of hassle:
1) 5 amp start DC. Gives you the low amp capability on thin sheet metal and tubing. Excellent for auto body and fabrication.
2) 20 amp start AC start. Quite low actually for AC use. It is sufficient to do most all but the absolute thinnest aluminum.
3) 180 amps maximum with 35% duty cycle. Compare to others in its class, at 10%!!! 180 amps in an inverter will accomplish a lot. You'll get right up to 1/4" in a single pass with aluminum.
4) AC frequency control. 20-250 Hz. This matches all our AC capable TIG machines on frequency, giving exceptional adjustment. No other TIG in its class offers this feature.
5) AC Balance control. 10-90%. This matches our 250EX, and is what gives excellent control over the cleaning range. It even exceeds our current DX and LX series units. Suffice it to say, no other TIG in its class offers this range of cleaning adjustment.
6) Pedal or Panel Control switch. Simply select for foot pedal operation, or the simple, press and hold 2T torch operation. Easy and simple without sorting through multiple slope, and time controls.
7) Built in, automatic pre flow and postflow, set to the most ideal time length of about .3 seconds preflow and 3 seconds post flow.
8) DINSE 25 connectors. Able to change out torch. With other welders in its class, the torches are fixed and difficult to change.
9) HF start only. Simple and straight forward starts everytime whether in AC or DC mode.
10) TIG only. Many people are seeking a basic tig machine, with a shop full of MIG and stick welders already at their disposal. No need to duplicate what you've already got. Very few customers make use of the stick feature on the unit, so we have simplified and eliminated that feature.
Retail price is 849.00 with torch, consumables and regulator.
Foot pedal is extra.
This is a true inverter with the same IGBT technology of our other welders.
It is small in weight and stature. A scant 29 lbs (my scale), and 7 inches wide, by 12 inches high x 18 inches long.
It is really the answer many customers are seeking in an AC/DC TIG only machine. We encounter new and even seasoned customers who desire a machine with capability but do not have a grasp of advanced features.
The PowerTig 185 has been boiled down to the most basic and important features while welding whether AC or DC. Here are the features that we feel will bring out the best quality welds with the least amount of hassle:
1) 5 amp start DC. Gives you the low amp capability on thin sheet metal and tubing. Excellent for auto body and fabrication.
2) 20 amp start AC start. Quite low actually for AC use. It is sufficient to do most all but the absolute thinnest aluminum.
3) 180 amps maximum with 35% duty cycle. Compare to others in its class, at 10%!!! 180 amps in an inverter will accomplish a lot. You'll get right up to 1/4" in a single pass with aluminum.
4) AC frequency control. 20-250 Hz. This matches all our AC capable TIG machines on frequency, giving exceptional adjustment. No other TIG in its class offers this feature.
5) AC Balance control. 10-90%. This matches our 250EX, and is what gives excellent control over the cleaning range. It even exceeds our current DX and LX series units. Suffice it to say, no other TIG in its class offers this range of cleaning adjustment.
6) Pedal or Panel Control switch. Simply select for foot pedal operation, or the simple, press and hold 2T torch operation. Easy and simple without sorting through multiple slope, and time controls.
7) Built in, automatic pre flow and postflow, set to the most ideal time length of about .3 seconds preflow and 3 seconds post flow.
8) DINSE 25 connectors. Able to change out torch. With other welders in its class, the torches are fixed and difficult to change.
9) HF start only. Simple and straight forward starts everytime whether in AC or DC mode.
10) TIG only. Many people are seeking a basic tig machine, with a shop full of MIG and stick welders already at their disposal. No need to duplicate what you've already got. Very few customers make use of the stick feature on the unit, so we have simplified and eliminated that feature.
Retail price is 849.00 with torch, consumables and regulator.
Foot pedal is extra.
This is a true inverter with the same IGBT technology of our other welders.
He went right home and ordered one, got a phone call with in 5-minutes, said they were out of stock.