WANTED 120volt mig welder

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Hey there, I apologize in advance if this is not the correct place to post this.

I have been looking for a used 120volt mig welder for quite some time. I have not yet come across one that isn't wildly expensive for the condition. Needs to be 120volt, cannot be 220v. Would like a used Lincoln, or miller if possible. Needs to be gas, no flux core, would also like a machine that can weld 1/4 inch with gas and a machine with a metal wire feeder assembly rather than plastic. Also would like to keep it under $500.

Again, sorry if this is the incorrect place to post this.

Located in Monroe NC, near the Charlotte NC area.

Thank you FABO.
 
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I got my Hobart from tractor supply, it does everything you are looking for, and was with-in your price range.
 
I'm not sure you're going to find a 120v MIG machine that'll weld 1/4" steel. From my experience, 1/8" is pretty much tops for a 120V MIG welder.
 
mopowers said:
1/8" is pretty much tops for a 120V MIG welder
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FWIW, My Hobart agrees with that using gas. Flux core for 1/4".................
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If you're welding 1/4" plate with a 120v mig using shielding gas, you better prep the hell out the joint by beveling it and make multiple passes while being mindful of the duty cycle, which at that point would be maxed out.
 
I use a Lincoln power mig 225 & change the wire feed roller to the desired wire I need for the job.You can find them sometimes pretty cheap if you find someone needing money quick & needs to sell. I paid $600 for mine.
 
daddio4048 said:
I use a Lincoln power mig 225 & change the wire feed roller to the desired wire I need for the job.You can find them sometimes pretty cheap if you find someone needing money quick & needs to sell. I paid $600 for mine.
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Those are 220v correct?
 
Yeah; but 220 works better in my opinion & gives you versatility in welding. Not hard to set up 220 outlet at home. Maybe a little more money;but worth it.
 
daddio4048 said:
Yeah; but 220 works better in my opinion & gives you versatility in welding. Not hard to set up 220 outlet at home. Maybe a little more money;but worth it.
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Yeah, 220 does work better. I would like to get a 120volt needs to be somewhat portable, and may be welding where 220 is not available.
 
Evan Dutch said:
I though about Hobart... does not having infinite voltage control bother you guys with hobarts?
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My 210 has only 4 voltage settings on the 115 side. The 230 side has 7. Infinite control for the wire feed.
For the sheet stuff I've been doing it has been just fine so far and BTW, I'm still learning it. My old Airco AC/DC stick does the heavier stuff.
You might also check the youtube site for any models you're interested in. A wealth of knowledge is out there on video.
 
Thank you to all that replied for your input. After some thought I'm leaning toward the Hobart 140. It's a solid machine with a lot of features, also made by miller so parts will be readily available.
 
I have a Hobart 140, 120v.. it works great. You can weld 1/4" plate but
mopowers said:
If you're welding 1/4" plate with a 120v mig using shielding gas, you better prep the hell out the joint by beveling it and make multiple passes while being mindful of the duty cycle, which at that point would be maxed out.
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I've done it and ground the weld flush but heed mopowers. My joint wasn't very long.
 
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