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I think it was worth getting the Pulsed MIG The pulse I use more on aluminum but have used it on steel as well and it does reduce spatter.
A feature less mentioned of the HTP Pro Pulse is the ST-arc.
I definitely noticed this MIGS ability to get deep into a corner (extended stick out) and make a really nice weld with Good penetration
from HTP website description:
The ST-arc function reads welding parameters back to the welding machine live (while welding), and monitors and keeps the arc length constant, while allowing the stick-out (contact tip to work distance) to vary. ST-arc, essentially, allows the new welder to focus on the location of the weld, as well as the travel speed, and also allows the experienced welder to keep a perfectly uniform bead and uniform heat input, which enables the welder to achieve good welds in tight corners—a feat that couldn't be reached previously with conventional welding equipment.
Here is some aluminum MIG in" double pulse In 4T" Zila welding.
If you plan on Migging aluminum I would get Pulse.
Later he switches to the HTP TIG to finish the tank
Welders definitely remind me of muscle cars, Speed costs money... How Fast do you want to Go?
Would really like to have a more "advanced" TIG in the Future.
My ancient sine wave IdealArc TIG does have plenty of current available though with a max of 375 amps.
No problem welding pretty thick metal, A new smart TIG would really make welding thinner materials easier with much better control.
A feature less mentioned of the HTP Pro Pulse is the ST-arc.
I definitely noticed this MIGS ability to get deep into a corner (extended stick out) and make a really nice weld with Good penetration
from HTP website description:
The ST-arc function reads welding parameters back to the welding machine live (while welding), and monitors and keeps the arc length constant, while allowing the stick-out (contact tip to work distance) to vary. ST-arc, essentially, allows the new welder to focus on the location of the weld, as well as the travel speed, and also allows the experienced welder to keep a perfectly uniform bead and uniform heat input, which enables the welder to achieve good welds in tight corners—a feat that couldn't be reached previously with conventional welding equipment.
Here is some aluminum MIG in" double pulse In 4T" Zila welding.
If you plan on Migging aluminum I would get Pulse.
Later he switches to the HTP TIG to finish the tank
Welders definitely remind me of muscle cars, Speed costs money... How Fast do you want to Go?
Would really like to have a more "advanced" TIG in the Future.
My ancient sine wave IdealArc TIG does have plenty of current available though with a max of 375 amps.
No problem welding pretty thick metal, A new smart TIG would really make welding thinner materials easier with much better control.
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