Hi Guys
As above,
I am looking at a new mig and was wondering if anyone owned or has used one of the above.
David
Clarke Pro 90 Mig Welder
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nomininolife
, Mar 28 2008 01:56 PM
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Posted 28 March 2008 - 01:56 PM
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Posted 28 March 2008 - 02:06 PM
Hi, the clarke welders are generally well thought of and are good machines.
That machine will go down to 25amps so will be good for rusty minis
Have you looked here
www.mig-welding.co.uk
They speak highly of Clarke welders
Sean
That machine will go down to 25amps so will be good for rusty minis
Have you looked here
www.mig-welding.co.uk
They speak highly of Clarke welders
Sean
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Posted 28 March 2008 - 02:37 PM
90 amp is not enough, you will suffer greatly from what's called duty time.... this is basically how long you can do continuous welding before the unit needs to rest..
I have a 120amp turbo welder, and that struggles with sills.
If you're going to be doing any major bodywork then I'd suggest something over 120amp mk, which even though you're not going to be using it at max power it means the duty cycle on the lower settings is more conducive to prolonged periods of welding.
I have a 120amp turbo welder, and that struggles with sills.
If you're going to be doing any major bodywork then I'd suggest something over 120amp mk, which even though you're not going to be using it at max power it means the duty cycle on the lower settings is more conducive to prolonged periods of welding.
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Posted 29 March 2008 - 10:06 AM
Thanks for the quick feedback
I have plenty of welding to be getting on with, but I dont think it will be for any extended lengths of time.
So I think I will go and have a look at Machine Mart also see if there are any VAT free days coming up.
Again thanks for the feedback
David
I have plenty of welding to be getting on with, but I dont think it will be for any extended lengths of time.
So I think I will go and have a look at Machine Mart also see if there are any VAT free days coming up.
Again thanks for the feedback
David
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Posted 29 March 2008 - 10:14 AM
I don't own a Clarke but I know people who do and they do rate them as one of the better hobby machines.
I would suggest getting a decent auto helmet(not the cheap ebay C**p)
Also if you've got a bit of welding to do its probably going to be worth you while getting a big gas bottle from BOC or similar. The little disposable things don't last 5 mins and will work out more expensive in the long run.
GW is right about the duty cycle and if you can afford to upgrade to one of the newer clarke 135te or 110 models then it may be worth it.
Seamus
I would suggest getting a decent auto helmet(not the cheap ebay C**p)
Also if you've got a bit of welding to do its probably going to be worth you while getting a big gas bottle from BOC or similar. The little disposable things don't last 5 mins and will work out more expensive in the long run.
GW is right about the duty cycle and if you can afford to upgrade to one of the newer clarke 135te or 110 models then it may be worth it.
Seamus
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Posted 29 March 2008 - 03:18 PM
hi mate
i can tell you i have a clarke 151 en turbo from machine mart cost aprox £150.00.
i think its the middle of the road for welders, i've had it 3 years no probs welded what i've asked it to with no worries.
as for gas i only use c02 and i get whats known as a pub bottle from a local drinks company.
cost's me £15 stands about 3ft tall and last's ages.
hope this helps tony.....
i can tell you i have a clarke 151 en turbo from machine mart cost aprox £150.00.
i think its the middle of the road for welders, i've had it 3 years no probs welded what i've asked it to with no worries.
as for gas i only use c02 and i get whats known as a pub bottle from a local drinks company.
cost's me £15 stands about 3ft tall and last's ages.
hope this helps tony.....
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