off grid welder?

[tnhomestead]

Looking at the ready welder II, claims to do up 3/4 in, wire feed, will handle stainless and aluminum, runs on batteries(or A 24 VOLT SOURCE) I live off grid, so if it works should do what I need. Has anyone ever used one? What did you think? ythnx@!

 

[TedLaRue]

I had not heard of this unit until I saw your post. I was skeptical, so I started searching the Web for proof that it was a joke. But it seems my assumptions were wrong.

I think that the claims of being capable of welding 3/4" are exaggerated, but apparently a lot of users are satisfied with this welder. A few mentioned using it "for what is was designed for", which implies light duty. This unit will work by plugging it into the grid (120VAC) or by using batteries. If you're entirely "off the grid", you should be careful to not confuse battery operated claims with grid operated capabilities.

 

[SkunkWerX]

There are plans out there for making welders using car batteries.

During WWII when things were scarce, this was a shade-tree method for producing a make-shift welder. A long time ago and older gent at work told me about it.

Check this link for an on board welder.
on-board welder

 

[bigdad]

I believe it! Ever get battery terms shorted?

 

[cp1969]

With the ready welder, do you not need 'the grid' to recharge the batteries? Or do you go buy new ones (which probably need charged, too) when they're dead to stay off 'the grid?'

My choice of off-the-grid welder would be a Miller Bobcat or similar.
With it's generating capability, you not only have an a/c d/c welder but your own little 'grid' to boot.

 

[Grrrr]

With the ready welder, do you not need 'the grid' to recharge the batteries? Or do you go buy new ones (which probably need charged, too) when they're dead to stay off 'the grid?'

My choice of off-the-grid welder would be a Miller Bobcat or similar.
With it's generating capability, you not only have an a/c d/c welder but your own little 'grid' to boot.

I'd also say a decent generator and normal welder would be better.

 

[Skyco]

Interesting product- I've been eying them for awhile but really haven't come up with a semi bonafide reason to get one yet I have MIG and stick now and while not easily portable I could run them off one of my generators if I had to...
BTW the unit will NOT work off 120VAC alone, you still need the batteries or some other high current DC source.

 

[cityfarma]

I asked similar question

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/build-yourself/103265-welding-batteries.html

And got lots of information.

Cityfarma

 

[bjcsc]

I'd also say a decent generator and normal welder would be better.

Or one that is both. We have a Lincoln Generator/Stick Welder. It works great!

 

[zzvyb6]

Weld with batteries does work. But its hard on the batteries.

In fact battery explosion is a real danger because of the hydrogen and plate expansion. Low duty cycle because of current restrictions.

But it would reattach a fixture or bracket or fill in a mower blade nick.