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ALDI ARC Welder 24-Sep

  • 05-10-2009 8:33pm
    #1
    koura
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 126 ✭✭


    Has anybody used one of these, is it any good.

    http://www.aldi.ie/ie/html/offers/2827_10555.htm

    Comprehensive kit includes: hand-held face shield, electrode holder, earth clamp, power leads, chipping hammer/wire brush, electrode starter pack (2 x 1.6mm, 2 x 2.0mm, 2 x 2.5mm, 2 x 3.2mm, 2 x 4mm)
    Uses 1.6mm-4.0mm diameter electrodes
    Thermal overload protection
    Welding Current Range 40-160 amps


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  • #2
    CJhaughey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 14,909 ✭✭✭✭CJhaughey


    I bought one, not much good for any kind of extended welding, after one 3.0mm rod it will trip and not work until it cools down.
    I would advise getting a fancooled model if possible.


  • #3
    koura
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 126 ✭✭koura


    Thanks,
    Didn't know about the need for fan cooling.


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