TIG welder recomendations

[Hal Beatty]

Originally Posted by cas3

The big older machines are cheap and will likely outlast any of the new fangled stuff. some say the new inverter types weld easier, but the old welders work just fine. I bought an old miller Dialarc HF, air cooled torch and long leads, foot pedal, with regulator for 500.

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I have 3 Lincoln welders in the garage; only one I bought new was a MIG unit. I picked up an old Square Wave 175 TIG machine complete with 2 bottles, the regulator, a stand and a welding bench for $1k a couple of years ago. Works great! So I'd keep my eyes open for a good used machine.

Also, if you do get a TIG, spend the money and get a GOOD helmet. I bought a Miller and it made a lot of difference...