Principally there are two basic types of welding TIG and MIG. TIG welding is usually for precise work and is complex, whereas MIG welding is easy to setup and can weld wires of thicker gauges.The chart below shows the core differences in the process.
We have compiled a list of 10 best MIG welders for your use. So check out this list and let us know your favourite MIG welder in the comments section.
10. Zeny® MIG-130 Gas-Less Flux Core Wire Welder Welding (142$)
Pro
- Welding Current:50-120 AMP.
- Weldable wires: 0.023” to 0.035” steel and stainless steel.
Con
- Works only on 110 V.
- medium build quality.
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9. MIG-100 Gas-Less Flux Core Welder 90AMP (110$)
Pro
- Single Phase No Gas Operation Welding Current: 63 – 68 AMP (MIN) / 79 – 90 AMP (MAX).
- The package includes Welding Wire, Welding Mask, Chipping Hammer/ Wire Brush, Torch, Tip, Ground Cord.
Con
- Not suitable for heavy duty work.
- Does not weld aluminium properly.
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8. Forney 304 MIG Welder 95FI-A(200$)
Pro
- DC CV welding up to 1/8 ie.3.1 mm thickness at 20 to 95 amps output power.
- Welds all types of carbon steel and is suitable for use in automotive industry.
Con
- Weighs 45 pounds which is comparatively heavy.
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7. LOTOS MIG175 175A Mig Welder(586$)
Pro
- Max Welding current 175A.
- Utilizes IGBT to deliver a far more constant, concentrated and precise current to the cutting surface.
- Good for heavy duty use.
Con
- Weighs 92 pounds. Extremely heavy.
- Some users reported that no manuals were given with this welder.
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6. Campbell Hausfeld WF2150(185.14$)
Pro
- Robust steel case for portability and durability.
- Thermal overload protection.
Con
- Drive assembly for wire feed is not well built. Multiple user complaints.
- “Touchy” trigger.
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5. LONGEVITY Migweld 140 – 140 Amp(405$)
Pro
- Powerful welder capable of welding up to 3/8″ mild steel.
- Operate the unit on gas or use flux-core gasless welding.
Con
- Wire feed mechanism has caused durability complains for this machine.
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4. MIG 100 Flux Wire Welder(134$)
Pro
- ETL approved flux wire welder.
- Easy access to weld spool .
- push and twist spool lock.
Con
- The flux wire included is not standard quality.
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3. Lincoln Electric K21(342.56$)
Pro
- Welds both MIG (shielding gas sold separately) and flux-cored.
- 1-year warranty on parts and labor (90 days on gun and cable).
- Easy to setup.
Con
- Maximum welding current only 20Amps.
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2. Pro-Series MMIG125 125 Amp Fluxcore Welder Kit(171$)
Pro
- 125 Amp maximum welding current.
- 2 voltage settings,
- Max metal thickness: 18 gauge / 3/16-Inch.
- Durable.
Con
- Does not work on 220V
- Gas application attachment has to be added.
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1. Hobart 500559 Handler Wire Welder(525$)
Pro
- Industrial scale machine suitable for heavy duty work.
- 25 – 140 amps.
- One of the most popular choices.
- 5 Year limited warranty.
Con
- The item is not very portable, but overall it works fine.
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