Maxstar® 280 TIG Welder | MillerWelds

Maxstar® 280 208-575 V

907552
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

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

Accessories

Wireless Foot Control w Adapter
Wireless Foot Control and 14-Pin Receiver

90 ft. (27.4 m.) operating range
Wireless Hand Control w Adapter
Wireless Hand Control and 14-Pin Receiver

300 ft. (91.4 m.)operating range
Coolmate 1-3
Coolmate® 1.3 115 V, CE

RCCS Remote Contact
Rotary Fingertip Control, North/South, 14-pin plug

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

Consumables

A-200
Weldcraft™ A-200, Rubber, 12.5 ft., Accessories, Torch Package

Formerly known as the WP-26 Series, the A-200 Series provides dependable, top performing torches designed for heavy-duty welding applications.
A-200
Weldcraft™ A-200, Rubber, 25 ft., Accessories, Torch Package

Formerly known as the WP-26 Series, the A-200 Series provides dependable, top performing torches designed for heavy-duty welding applications.
A-150 Torch
Weldcraft™ A-150, Rubber, 12.5 ft., Accessories, Torch Package

Formerly known as the WP-17 Series, the A-150 Series is comprised of an assortment of versatile and innovative air-cooled torches designed for maximum operator comfort.
A-150 Torch
Weldcraft™ A-150, Rubber, 25 ft., Accessories, Torch Package

Formerly known as the WP-17 Series, the A-150 Series is comprised of an assortment of versatile and innovative air-cooled torches designed for maximum operator comfort.

Resources

Literature

Maxstar 280 Brochure

Videos

Miller TIG Welders Start Welding Faster with Pro-Set
Available on the Syncrowave® 210 and Dynasty® TIG welders, the Pro-Set™ feature eliminates guesswork when setting weld...
Pulsing with TIG
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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