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AC/DC tig..
Dave Bailey - 23/4/14 at 08:24 PM

Well I have done it.... R-tech 161 tig purchased..... Just got to learn how to use it.....

Is the general feeling that 160A is going to be enough for general DIY fabrication? I probably have the option to upgrade to a 200 provided I am quick!

Dave B


mark chandler - 23/4/14 at 08:39 PM

I've yet to wind mine up to over 100amps if that helps

Invest the extra in a small water cooled torch, much nicer to use and does not get hot in your hands, make a cooler from an old central heating pump and a tank.

Regards Mark


paulf - 24/4/14 at 03:46 PM

If your not intending to weld much ally then it should be ok , when i made my inlet manifold I managed to nearly melt the non water cooled torch on the tig set at work as ally does need a lot of current if your welding something a bit bulky.
Paul