beginning welder

[mpatalberta]

1 - what is a good welder to get around the home.The previous owner of the house has a 230 service already runnning.

2 - a friend lent me a 20 - 70 amp welder 110 volt. I am using 3/32 fleet e6011 rods. They tend to stick a lot. Is this due to low current or poor technique.

[Cornerstone]

If you are using 110v AC, then you'll need AC rods. Sounds like buddy gave you DC rods?

[Sberry]

He has AC rods but the machine he is using is just junk, I don't usually insult others equipment, its not personal, it just is. It is a little investment but they last a long time and work very well, a 175-211 class mig, is ideal for home hobby. A good one without any bells/whistles, Hobart 187. Roll of 030 wire and bottle of C25 gas, couple spare tips and you are good to go.

[fjk]

Without knowing more details, such as what you are planning to weld, what your level of experience is, what the brand/model of the machine is.... I'd second what sberry said

Frank

[kevin]

3/32 is too big for the 110v machines, if you do get it to burn you will amp it out after a couple of rods, go to the hardware store and look for the forney brand welding supplies, they sell real tiny stick rod, i am not sure of the sizes but smaller than 3/32, since you are familiar with stick welding, i suggest that you research your electrical panel, if you have the room, run a 50 amp breaker and get a name brand buzz box, go for the extra cost and get one that runs dc, you will be glad that you did go for the dc down the road

[mpatalberta]

Ok,

My friend gave a free welder.

Does anyone have suggestion of the type of welder to purchase to learn how to weld that does not cost an arm and leg.

I already have a 3 phase service installed.

Thanks,

Pat,