Maxstar® 280 TIG Welder | MillerWelds

Maxstar® 280 208-575 V

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The Maxstar 280 Series is a powerful combination of capability and portability. Weighing only 47 pounds, it can weld up to 3/8" thick material. The DC TIG/Stick power sources feature an energy-efficient inverter design and Auto-Line™ technology.

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Features

What's Included

Maxstar® 280
8 ft. (2.4 m) primary cord
Adjustable shoulder strap
(2) 50 mm Dinse style connectors

Base and Deluxe Models Available

Maxstar 280 - Base model provides essential TIG and Stick functions and provides operator-friendly, menu-driven features. Maxstar 280 DX - The DX model adds extended ranges to sequencer and full trigger options, preflow and pulser functions.

Portable with adjustable shoulder strap

Weighing in at just 47 pounds, the Maxstar 280 is extremely portable and easy to transport featuring dual carry handles and a carrying strap.

Upgradeable and Expandable

Front panel memory card data port provides the ability to easily upgrade software and expand product features. Visit MillerWelds.com/tigsoftware for the latest software upgrades and expansions.

Cooler Power Supply (CPS)

An integrated 120-volt dedicated-use receptacle to power the Coolmate™ 1.3. The power switch on the Maxstar also activates the receptacle to help prevent torch failure. Available on select models.

Auto-Line Power Management Technology

Allows hookup to either single-phase or three-phase electrical input from 208-575 V with no manual linking, providing convenience in any job setting. An ideal solution for dirty or unreliable input power.

Pro-Set Feature (professional settings)

This feature eliminates the guesswork when setting weld parameters. Use Pro-Set when you want the speed, convenience and confidence of pre-set controls. Simply select the feature and adjust until Pro-Set appears on the display. The Pro-Set feature is available for Pulse and DIG parameters.

Stick Features (DC)

Tailored arc control (DIG) allows the arc characteristic to be changed for specific applications and electrodes. Smooth running 7018 or stiffer, more penetrating 6010. Hot Start™ adaptive control provides positive arc starts without sticking. Stick-Stuck detects if the electrode is stuck to the part and turns the welding output off to safely and easily remove the electrode. Menu selectable.

Weldcraft® W-280 (WP-280) TIG Torch

Two-piece torch head and exclusive Super Cool™ Technology provides additional surface area to increase cooling efficiency and capacity Torch body includes an anti-rotation featureand multi-position locking to prevent handlemovement during welding and improve operator control Mechanical fittings provide a secure gas andwater connection to prevent leakage and alloweasy hose replacement

Not Included

TIG torch adapter

Specifications

Product Literature

DC/35.0 Maxstar 280 Series - English

Processes

Air Carbon Arc Cutting and Gouging (CAC-A)

Stick (SMAW)

TIG (GTAW)

Pulsed TIG (GTAW-P)

TIG DC (GTAW-DC)

General Specifications

Title	Maxstar® 280 208-575 V
Industries Interests	Aerospace Construction Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Infrastructure Manufacturing Railcar Shipbuilding Boat / Yacht High Purity Processing
Material Thickness	Steel: 0.004 in. (0.1 mm) - 3/8 in. (9.5 mm)
Weldable Metals	Specialty Metals Steel Stainless Steel
Input Voltage	208 V 220/230/240 V 380/400 V 460/480 V 575 V
Input Phase	1- and 3-Phase
Input Hz	50 / 60 Hz
Current Type	DC
Max Open Circuit Voltage	60 VDC
Amperage Min	1 A
Amperage Max	280 A
Portability	Handle(s) Running Gear / Cart (Optional) Strap
Weld Output	CC
Net Width	8.6 in
Net Height	13.6 in
Net Length	22.5 in
Net Weight	47 lbs
Warranty	3 Years Miller's True Blue Warranty

Certifications

CSA Certificate of Compliance 70202981

Accessories

Wireless Foot Control and 14-Pin Receiver

90 ft. (27.4 m.) operating range

Wireless Hand Control and 14-Pin Receiver

300 ft. (91.4 m.)operating range

Coolmate® 1.3 115 V, CE

Rotary Fingertip Control, North/South, 14-pin plug

26.5 ft. (8 m.) cord, Hook and loop fastening,

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Consumables

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Resources

Literature

Maxstar 280 Brochure

Videos

Miller TIG Welders Start Welding Faster with Pro-Set

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Miller Welding Engineer Zack Erndt explains the benefits of using pulse when TIG welding and talks about applications...

Postflow when TIG Welding

Learn about the value of postflow and what to look for if postflow is not set properly. Without proper settings the...

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