Lincoln 180 mig pak

[VroomVroom]

Saw this welder for 850 Canadian dollars or 625 American. Is this a decent welder. Mostly used on 1/4 to half inch steel.

 

[metalbender]

It's Lincoln's version of the 180 series for big box stores. Slightly different than the welding store items.

 

[VroomVroom]

Ok. Is it a decent machine for hobbyist. I need to build logging trailer for a bombardier j5. Quad trailer. Belly pan etc. I really only used stick but option of welding thinner stuff would be alright.

 

[metalbender]

Probably ok for hobby work. Set up with gas, it will be a good addition to the shop. My Lincolns have always had variable wire and amp control. 135 Plus, 180c and now a 210 MP.

 

[BigNuge]

That will be a capable machine for hobby work. I ran the cheapest Lincoln 110v machine running flux core only (didn’t have gas option at all) for 22 years, it just died earlier this year. Built and fixed a lot of things with it, mostly 3/8” and thinner.

It’s plenty of machine for what you’re looking to do.

 

[Big Barn]

Ok. Is it a decent machine for hobbyist. I need to build logging trailer for a bombardier j5. Quad trailer. Belly pan etc. I really only used stick but option of welding thinner stuff would be alright.

Any pics of the J5? We bought one brand new in 1965 with counterweights on the front and a forklift mast with high volume bucket on the back.

I think I still have the PTO kit on the shelf.

 

[KennyG]

This is probably the same machine I bought some years ago at Lowes. The only real weakness in this machine is that it has 5 discreet power settings instead of being infinitely adjustable. I've not found that to be a major limitations although I would rather have continuous adjustments. It's a very solid machine. I only use Lincoln wire and I've never had a wire break or jam.

 

[Code54]

Probably ok for hobby work. Set up with gas, it will be a good addition to the shop. My Lincolns have always had variable wire and amp control. 135 Plus, 180c and now a 210 MP.

Agreed! On another note how is that 210MP. I am waiting for the new rebates to come out to get one. Heck of a machine for the price!

Overall I think you cant go wrong with Lincoln, they seem to have a machine for every use and ability. I was speaking with their customer service today and found them to be super helpful and it was nice to have someone who knew what I was talking about and not reading from a script.

 

[Big Barn]

I’ve never had to deal with Lincoln customer service but they do have a very good reputation.

With Miller I have had excellent service and one not so great experience which in the real world means nothing. Overall I am happy with them.

These days I am fortunate to have my very own welding consultant to bother.

 

[metalbender]

Got my 210 with the spoolgun feature, all three functions have been good. Haven't used it on 110v. Nice smooth arc on stick.

 

[Joe Millar]

HI I have the 180 Lincoln mig Bought it from Canadian tire Many years ago Has always been a very reliable machine and easy to work with. I fitted a Tweeco 180 12' gun to mine and it works well. I think Lincoln may be thinking about dropping them As they are the last of the transformer type? They always seem to be on sale in Canadian tire Last week I almost considered buying
another one On sale for $599 Canadian with an accessory kit Canadian Tire Gives 24 equal monthly payments with no interest
when you use their card Joe

 

[VroomVroom]

Yes many pictures. I owned ten but someone burnt my garage. I owne 4 others ( shared with brother) and one personally for myself.

 

[VroomVroom]

Yes I have many.
Pics.

Any pics of the J5? We bought one brand new in 1965 with counterweights on the front and a forklift mast with high volume bucket on the back.

I think I still have the PTO kit on the shelf.

 

[yomax4]

The Lincoln 180 Transformer units are a solid 130 amp output 1/4" machine. Very capable. They will be discontinued. Not sure why but I think the tranny machines are starting to cost more to build than the inverters that easily go 115/230v and multi process that it seems like the "people" want. I've sold and owned a few of them that started out as an SP130 230v. Then the goofy numbers thing happened with all brands where they up the model number but the output stays the same. 180 is really a true 130. $599 is a pretty good price. I think that's what the 130's were back in the early 90's

 

[VroomVroom]

The Lincoln 180 Transformer units are a solid 130 amp output 1/4" machine. Very capable. They will be discontinued. Not sure why but I think the tranny machines are starting to cost more to build than the inverters that easily go 115/230v and multi process that it seems like the "people" want. I've sold and owned a few of them that started out as an SP130 230v. Then the goofy numbers thing happened with all brands where they up the model number but the output stays the same. 180 is really a true 130. $599 is a pretty good price. I think that's what the 130's were back in the early 90's

I almost wish now you壇 tell me they are no good. I知 out to sea on a boat and thinking the sale is over. I should call in see if they still have any