small arc welder recommendation

[WM75Guy]

That is a NEMA 6-20R receptacle. It is rated 240V at 20A. A 15A 6-15R cord will fit in it as well. I just had one installed for my new air compressor that needed 15A. I can also use it for my kiln that needs 20A.

 

[MillWeld]

That's a handy diagram - great to keep as a reference.

 

[kwbobwi]

I'm late in replying but I Love my 4 in 1 yes welder, 120/220.
Instructions kind of suck but played with the settings and good to go

 

[MillWeld]

What brand is it? Can you give more specs?

 

[newbury]

YES!!
brand is probably like this Amazon.com

The older model I bought was the same color as his picture.
/edit - sorry, couldn't help it Yes IS the brand.
Bought mine 3 in 1 for $320 in Nov. 2022.
Note- the current 205DS is going on 20% off for "early prime days"

 

[kwbobwi]

What brand is it? Can you give more specs?

Yeswelder 205DS, mines 2 years old and they changed paint color

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[California]

Yeah. The inexpensive welders on Amazon include some perfectly decent ones.

But look for a lot of reviews, including on YouTube, to sort out the dogs. I've seen good things about YesWelders.

I'm happy with the dual voltage $149 Amico I've written about on here. 2.5 years now, and it works as expected. I see there are now several equally good competitors.

 

[kwbobwi]

The Yeswelder uses a lot of the same consumables as lincoln

 

[newbury]

But look for a lot of reviews, including on YouTube, to sort out the dogs.

Or look for recommendations on sites like this where you can get an honest opinion and not be worried the poster is getting paid to promote a "dog".
There are so many blasted "influencers" on you tube it's like a swamp with gators.

 

[arrow]

Yeah. The inexpensive welders on Amazon include some perfectly decent ones.

But look for a lot of reviews, including on YouTube, to sort out the dogs. I've seen good things about YesWelders.

I'm happy with the dual voltage $149 Amico I've written about on here. 2.5 years now, and it works as expected. I see there are now several equally good competitors.

Cali,
I have had trouble with 120 welders on anything less than a 30 amp circuit.
Does yours actually run on less?