I am a total noob when it comes to welding, in fact I've so far had a total time of about 2 mins behind a tig before I decided to get a really expensive rig in the Dynasty 200dx. Its just way too much fun welding and I simply want to learn how to do it and the tig is very artist friendly (which is my hobby). I also want the more robust Dynasty because I have an opportunity to really use it in a variety of applications. I am a contractor who started working at a prop house where they fabricate and repair alot of antiques and different types of furniture. I have no doubt that I will be working on their inventory if I can become proficient in the Dynasty which is why I want to get it and start playing already! Here is the problem, I need help in figuring out what I might need or want. Do I just want to get the complete package that miller puts out or might I want to by more select parts and get a better bang for the buck? Will I regret not paying a little more for a torch or some dohickey vs just getting what is included in the package?
OK, here is where Im at right now.....
Miller Dynasty 200 DX wireless TIG Package 951397... is $5000 not including helmet, gas, and rods
it comes with
Dynasty® 200 DX power source
10 ft (3 m) primary cord
(2) Dinse 50 mm connectors
2-Wheel Trolley Cart
Coolmate™ 1 Cooler 120VAC
Coolant (1 gallon)
Wireless Foot Control and Receiver
25 ft (7.6 m) Weldcraft® WP20 water-cooled torch
Torch accesory kit with tungsten
Sheilding Cups
Collets-1/16, 3/32, 1/8
Collet Bodies-1/16, 3/32, 1/8
2% Cerium Tungsten-1/16, 3/32, 1/8
15 ft (4.6 m) work lead w/clamp
10 ft (3 m) gas hose
Smith Regulator/flowmeter
Torch Cable Cover
But option number two might be....
Dynasty 200DX power source + Wireless foot pedal + cooler for $4100
That would leave 900 for "torch and junk" to make it all work (not including helmet and gas).
Would I be better off getting the "torch and junk" on my own, or will I have a tough time beating what is included in the complete miller package? The trolley I can care less about frankly since I have all the scrap metal and tires to make my own and I figure thats a perfect noob project anyway. I know the wireless foot pedal is an "extravagance", but its one I think will be appreciated at the job site considering logistics.
Contrary to how this post looks, Im not rich and just making an expensive purchase because I can, its actually the opposite. I believe in getting quality tools that last and from my research Miller fits that bill for welding. In construction my goto brand is always Dewalt because Ive learned that spending a little more on a tool can actually mean saving alot more with a reliable tool that can get the job done in great fashion. While a Dynasty might be more machine than a hobbyist or noob can appreciate, its my hope that I can grow into a welder that can utilize a dynasty properly and not spend and extra $1500-2000 for an intermidiary machine while I get there to learn my way. Opinions and suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
