Seems to be a sturdy built unit, solid case and handle.
40lbs, so plenty portable.
Got to burn a bunch of 7018 with it, filling up a 3g 1" plate.
Note, this machine will not keep a 6010 lit to save it's life.
Not even in 60xx mode with the arc force cranked up.
7018 is silky smooth.
Not to shabby.
That 3g there passed the side bends.
Next is a little mig.
Gun has a nice fit, seems well built. Same with the wire drive system.
Here's some vertical up.
I found It welded the nicest with .030 mig and c25, with the inductance set at zero.
Then we got the tig set-up....
25' 17v, ancient torch.
Lift arc was smooth, (No pedal) and a stable arc.
No pics of any tig welds, I'll try and get some next week.
That last pic is not me.
All in all, I say Lincoln did pretty good with this machine.
It's a very affordable machine for the hobbiest/backyard-weldor/farmer/handyman/weekend warrior.
You have all process's in one package. You could mig weld aluminum quite easily with the $225 dollar lincoln spoolgun you can buy extra.
Run in/hot start, and adjustable inductance would make aluminum mig much more enjoyable.
Would I buy one?
Depends. I was planning on buying one, and sold all my other shop welders to make room.....
I currently have only one welding machine in my possession. My Lincoln ranger 8 engine drive.
At the last minute, I changed my mind.
I'm ordering the Tweco 211i.
It has 12" spool capacity.
I'll be needing that.
If anyone has any questions on the Lincoln, I'll be happy to answer them.
Have a nice night, my welding brothers....
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~John