Parweld XTS162 MMA / Lift TIG Welder any good?

[JOEPRO]

We have a similar Rohr in our Men's shed, bought by somebody who thought it was a German made machine. They were not amused when I pointed out the manual written in Chinglish!

I've used it a few times & it welds ok but the claimed output is a bit ambitious. To get it to run a 3.2 rod nicely you need it set at 150 amps (should be 90-130).

If I've more than a few tacks to do I bring in my own welder!

The one in your link claims 120a so you'll probably be limited to a 2.5 rod.

Yes 2.5mm rods would be the max I'd need anyway. I use arc occasionally for outdoor repairs off a 13amp plug such as gate hinges or light box section type fab work.

Also - my arc welder is there as a "loaner" for others! So if friends or family ask to borrow your welder give them the cheap one you don't care too much about Definitely wouldn't be lending my TIG or MIG out for fear of damage.

 

[Turbo]

Also - my arc welder is there as a "loaner" for others! So if friends or family ask to borrow your welder give them the cheap one you don't care too much about Definitely wouldn't be lending my TIG or MIG out for fear of damage.

Let them use the Impax!

 

[JOEPRO]

Sold the Impax just now for £40
Since I went off topic in my own thread I'll start a new one next week to let anyone curious know how the Rohr mini Inverter arc welder compares.

 

[devlin maguire]

MMA Inverter with lift TIG function (single voltage).



-Has dedicated welding modes for rutile and cellulistic electrodes
-Touch button interface is easy to use and ideal for harsh environments
-Electrodes up to 3.2mm can be used with ease
-By fitting the optional TIG torch and coupling to a suitable gas supply the XTS 162 can be used for TIG welding and is suitable for welding steel and stainless steel
-The lift arc mode limits the arc current when the tungsten touches the work piece preventing electrode damage
-Able to cope with inputs which fluctuate by +/-15% and can be used with the majority of generators
-The machine is housed in a rugged steel case and a carry case is available as an optional extra

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bought one a couple of years back, had to send it back 3 times, it worked for one job, then I shelved it as I had no confidence in it, yesterday I went use it and the same fault apperad again one strike and dead, Parweld could do nothing so as far as I am concerned ........give them a miss