I have same unit and love it.Just for info, Lincoln make indetical machine sold in Australia its called POWERCRAFT® TIG 201 AC/DC .

I've had mine for two years and love it. Dollar for dollar hard to beat. Eastwood makes some nice mig welders too. I have the 250 for a couple years now.

@ccarr313

Жыл бұрын

How is it doing now? I got the new smaller model and love it. Hope it lasts a long time. Sorry to necro your comment, but I hope your welder is still kicking.

Thanks for taking the time to review this machine. I have a 90a 110v tig machine. But want to step up to a bigger unit. I have owned an Eastwood mig 175 for several years and like it. I will have to give their tig 200 a serious look.

I bought the TIG 200 DC ($549) about a month ago and I'm using it on my bike build on my channel. Love it, TIG has a learning curve, but getting better every time I use it. Keep up the good work!

@JoeBobsGarage

3 жыл бұрын

www.eastwood.com/tig200dc.html The DC model is $549 DC tigs are not for aluminum, steel only.

Bought myself one and love 💕 it. New upgrade for the machine is a new CK flexlok tig torch and it really works very nicely.

Thanks Jeb for a very informative video. I have been welding professionally for 40 years and love to tig weld. I have done a lot of cool projects over the years and I am nearing retirement. I want to add a nice full feature tig to my home workshop/garage. I think you did a great job with the intro of the Eastwood digital 200. I too have been hooked on gas lenses for a long time. They just work better in all conditions. The fan that turns on and off is just something that can fail and let your machine burn up. All the machines I have used in the shop have water cooled torches and always on fans.Continued success with your endeavors.

@Thefabforums

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Craig, I am Kyle. Glad I could help

this man needs his own show great video think you for the info brother keep it up

Thanks for doing this video. Based on this and other reviews on YT, this looks like the best bang for the buck at this feature/performance level. I believe I will be buying one of these because of your review.

Man best review I've seen of this machine so far. Thanks

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

thanks...Its a pretty new machine. May not be too many others out there.

I like what you are doing. I love using Pyrex glass cups (gas lens) when welding. The arc is so much easier to see. Less dunking the tungsten. Again, great videos. Get the Goose running! We want to here it.

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

thanks

Here's my take on this new digital welder as an owner of the original Tig 200 AC/DC. Which is pretty good choice for an amateur & fairly comparable to your diversion but still has more features. pros: ~infinitely adjustable amperage w/LED display ~pulse ~frequency control ~2T "&" 4T ~spot mode may be useful ~flex head torch ~slope controls ~extended pre/post flow times ~improved pedal ~much more compact in size cons: ~only works on 240 unlike the regular Tig 200 which is dual voltage ~can stick weld but doesn't come with stinger ~appears to have lower duty cycle ~poor gas regulator ~still uses a non-standard Tig torch connection ~costs $300 more; which for a beginner could go into a tank, helmet gloves, etc...

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

great points

@cubul32

4 жыл бұрын

costs $300 more - you mean the unit? Isn't it like 800 bucks?

thanks for the great review, very informative. I've been watching several of your videos over the last couple of days.

@Thefabforums

6 жыл бұрын

awesome...thanks

I dig your videos. Its like hanging out in the garage just talking tools.

@Thefabforums

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks man... I try to make it feel like that

Thank you for the detailed evaluation.

I use pure in my old miller 330. Transformer machine. I was told to use 2% lanthanated in my inverter. However I used the 2% in my transformer and it works amazing. So no more pure for me. Thanks for the video! That’s a nice machine!!

Thanks for the review. Just bought their MIG 175 and very happy with it. Definitely buying their Versa Cut 40 and thinking about getting this machine.

@Thefabforums

6 жыл бұрын

awesome

Great review man. You explain the content very well.

I bought the lincoln square wave tig 200 and I'd definitely recommend it. The features are great and I love the ergonomics of the foot pedal, flex head torch and stick electrode holder. I can't see a difference in the arc compared to the millers we use at school. Jody at weldingtipsandtricks did a great review of its pros and cons. Another much cheaper option is to get an old stick welding machine and rig it up for scratch start tig

All around great review & video !!! Looking at this very welder but reconditioned and priced really nice but I thought exactly what you 1st thought so I was skeptical until finding your video , instantly subscribed too !!!

Thanks brotha! Very helpful. I'm actually on the hunt for a rig now. Perfect timing.

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

sweet...if you go with this one. make sure its the digital one

@AGearHead4Life

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks brotha! Will do!

mix mode uses a DC square wave to modulate the AC arc amperage

Don't get it messed up, you are a pro, you broke that machine down, that was alot and I'm sure Eastwood's own sales reps couldn't explain it that clearly!! Hats off bro!!!

@Thefabforums

6 жыл бұрын

+Edwin McMillan thanks

Kyle you can also use the pulse to go back over the weld sometimes without filler wire to make it look really nice. Get your puddle started then use the Tig torch to weld across the previous weld at a constant rate. This will create the ripple effect everyone likes. It looks like you've got the just of it so far. Dab and move dab and move will create the ripple effect as well. Keep it up looks good.

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

you can but it tends to make it flat without any filler rod

I was considering this welder for my purposes I got an everlast welder. Inverter welders rock man.

@Thefabforums

6 жыл бұрын

Everlast machine work great

Thanks for the review. I've been professional tigger for 30 years. Always used a miller. I'm looking for a decent garage welder and I will check out the Eastwood. Thanks. And I subscribed to your channel.cheers

I like the pulse feature.

i bought my eastwood tig about six yrs ago and its been a very reliable machine. this new machine with all the added features and a decent foot pedal really make me wish i could trade mine in on it. to be perfectly honest i have never felt hampered by my machine it will do almost anything a home shop could want from a tig welder. i use a miller dynasty 300dx with all the bells and whistles on a regular basis and most of the time my settings are what can be duplicated by the eastwood. i can also vouch for eastwoods cust service , its top notch.

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

thats awesome

@curtbarnes54

6 жыл бұрын

larry sperling i

I'm ordering one right now... Thanks for the review. It's what made my decision!

@Thefabforums

6 жыл бұрын

awesome....you will dig it. make sure you get the digital one

@christophermoore5190

6 жыл бұрын

The Fab Forums I sure did! I was actually going to get the non digital until I listened to you explain the features. Just waiting on Fedex to deliver now...

I'm surprised you put it on the same level as a your Miller! That's impressive

Seem like a great guy. Thanks for the review bud.

Good video review , can you change the Pre and Post flow on this machine ?

Convinced me. Just ordered one. Make sure you get your royalty.

I made a tig from a little DC arc/stick machine with variable current control. The machine itself was a 200A amico power for $170 on ebay, $70 for a tig torch/cable, $20 for a regulator, $250 for argon (bought a 80cf tank), then $20 for a sewing machine pedal and parts to make a pedal control for the tig. I tapped into the over current protection for a torch mounted on/off switch as well. Basically goes like this: set max current on inverter, enable over current protection, touch tungsten to surface, disable over current protection, and boom you got lift start tig with pedal control. Now i just need to put in a electronic valve for the argon. Sure it's not ideal, but for a poor college student who needs to weld in patch panels in my rust infested Saab, it does a fantastic job. I haven't had the chance to do any thicker material besides some horseshoes, but the arc is stable and its a $275 tig (w/o gas)

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

thats awesome

Thanks for taking the time to make the video for everybody.I agree with gas lenses! Why would you not uses them? So how is this machine still going? Any issues or problems?

Hey good job kudos. You brought a product to the line you made a good sales pitch and it's the smart thing to company is having you represent their product. I'm actually purchasing an Eastwood 250i right now. This was like the final review that sold me on the product. I will actually going to contact Eastwood and let them know that you gave such a good review on there machine that I had to turn around and buy one. I run a small carpet cleaning business and I have had people bless me with getting my name out there so hopefully this will do the same thank you so much bud.

@Thefabforums

6 жыл бұрын

thanks

personally I like the thermal arc 186 AC DC, really well rounded machine

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

cool

Really needed this video, Great video man I’m getting this

@Thefabforums

6 жыл бұрын

awesome. glad I was able to help

Thanks for the video. This is probably the best welder for my application. Subbed.

@Thefabforums

6 жыл бұрын

+Chadwick Nguyen no problem

Like you I am a garage welder but I do weld at work too. I have a beta mig 250 by Hobart that is old school. I have a power arc 300 and a power tig 250 ex by everlast. Like all my machines. Learning to tig weld. Mostly mig and stick at work.

Good welds. Nice welder... One thing I would for sure recommend. Is a Respirator and perhaps a fan in ur shop if ur gonna weld Aluminum.. there's lots of evidence to show that Aluminum vapor causes Alzheimer's. Or other brain diseases. There's nothing wrong with T.I.G. welding.. I've done it also. In welding school. It's a good process.. just gotta have good ventilation and a Respirator.

been waiting for this video.. Thank you sir

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

no problem. I hope it helps

congrats on the new machine I learned a coupple things from your video I bought an Everlast 165 pro last year, I haven't been able to get it to weld aluminum right at all ,going to change the gas and make sure it's not contaminated

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

I have had bad gas before....makes a difference

@Automaticrepairco

7 жыл бұрын

The Fab Forums do you remember what your symptoms were? I totally just order the gas kit in your description

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

It just spit and sputtered and welded real dirty. Mine wasn't so bad I couldn't weld but the welds didn't look as good as they could have.

Thanks I’m looking into getting an Eastwood

@jimwhipple9784

3 жыл бұрын

I have a TIG200 AC/DC that works just fine. I'm able to pulse using the pedal. I grew up with gas welding and HeliArc though, but this welder works just fine for me

Christ that 100hz sounded just like a damn alarm clock.

Nice man, I was in need of a welder. This sold me on an Eastwood; just couldn't find an affordable miller online.

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

right on. glad I could help

@jimmyhaley727

4 жыл бұрын

Miller and all welders are made in China or their parts are used ,,,,

I bought the miller maxstar 150 STL to begin but I eventually wanted an AC/DC 110&220 so I went with the Everlast PowerTig 185 DV

Awesome video, thanks!

excelente maquina de soldar. me gusta como queda la soldadura. saludos.

Perfect . Thank you so much

Thanks for the review. I have been looking for a machine to replace my old scratch start Lincoln.

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

+DEATHTRAPHOTRODS it's a good one

@flobeeonekinobee2353

4 жыл бұрын

Is that like a scratch start Ford?

I just got my lincoln tig 225 Precision I love it !

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

cool

Hey KyleGreat work on videos as always. Im looking to get started with a Miller Syncrowave 250dx that we picked up a few years back at a steal. Not sure if good idea or if I will be overwhelmed with all the functions. On the Gas lens I see you didn't like the one you bought do you have any suggestions on a gas lens kit you do prefer?

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

Right on....those are great machines. These are the lenses I like. kzread.info/dash/bejne/m4Fk0KWGiqquepc.html

u tell from your heart.. thanks

Ditch the torch it comes with and get a CK world wide torch with superflex silicone tubing. not expensive and AWESOME!

Great video. I have a question can you do some weld test on the newer cars new cars are coated with zink the zink gets hot and pops away the metal. I need a tig to welder for this type of metal pulse is suposed to help Because the metal doesn't get as hot.

Thank you I was looking forward to this

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

no problem. I hope it helped

I know this is an old video... but I just keep kicking myself for buying the wrong TIG welder... Back in 2014 I bought their TIG200DC welder... I was being cheap... Well, all these years, it has been sitting there without use... Now I am starting back working on my projects and have the need to also weld aluminum... Now I am considering getting this model... Thank you for the video. Looking around, this still looks like the best option for the price.

I went from my Diversion 165 to the Lincoln Squarewave Tig 200 about a year ago. The first complaint I had about the Lincoln was the constant running fan. Once you get used to it, it's not that bad. I don't even notice it any more. I am kind of bummed that Eastwood didn't have this Digital 200 at the time I was buying. I would have liked a few of the standard features on it for what I do, but the Lincoln is a great welder.

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

I have several people say they wish this machine would have come out a little sooner.

Looks like a great welder. Wish it could run on 120v.

Thanks for the review.

@Thefabforums

6 жыл бұрын

+Jorge Quiros no problem... Thanks for watching

Nice overview I always wanted to try a tig welder I will buy one some day for now Mig it is

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

I went to TIG a few years ago and dont even own a MIG anymore...I could use one though

Excellent video

super informative video thanks for sharing

Picked up one of these today at their scratch and dent sale in Pottstown for $600. They had less then 10 of them available but I got there when the doors opened and was one of the lucky ones to get in on the deal. The place was a zoo in a matter of minutes, it was crazy but worth the 1 1/2hr road trip.

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

nice...you will like

Very nice video, just subbed!

You sir. . .are the man!

@Thefabforums

6 жыл бұрын

thanks

Hey bud, first off I'd like to say love all the videos you make and you're also a great inspiration now in my current project to really do some more custom style work pieces for it. But anyways have you ever messed with Lincoln's 210 multiprocess machine or eastwood's multiprocess machine? That's more of what I'm thinking of buying for my first welder and your input would be greatly appreciated if you have any experience with either. Thanks in advance if you you get back!

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

I have not. I have never seen a multipurpose machine that does everything I need it to. Especially on the tig side. So I have never had one.

Kyle I would like to see you compare the low end and high end Eastwood and miller welders..like for low end two razor blades and for high end 1/2" plate just a ideal 😂 thanks Kyle

I have an Everlast 185DV and it kicks ass. I bought it to do AC AU welding and it does not fall short. For about $1000 all in with gas and pedal I'm jazzed. This is the best bet out there for the money.

@Thefabforums

6 жыл бұрын

yeah the Everlast machine are good machines

@chrisstratton3430

6 жыл бұрын

I saw a review on the eastwood unit and its hard to beat for the price. The arc is very very refined for AU work according to Chuckey2009. He said it is a little unorthodox in its setup but works well -- duty cycle is a little on the low side but again - unlikely to be a problem. The only reason I went with the185DV over the EW unit is the known quality (5 year warranty) and stick weld features. But the bottom line is, if it does what you need that unit to do and you paid inside your budget - its the right one.

I also just subscribed! You do a great job!

@jaredbliven1398

5 жыл бұрын

I have welded for several years now doing 16 gauge Grease. And welding stainless 20 gauge with a MIG welder. I bought the millermatic 200 because I wanted to Tig weld and as a teenager I used a Tig welder with a foot pedal and I could lay a really nice bead . I don't know how the Lyft arcworks I don't understand it I don't like it and that's what the millermatic has.I can lay a nice bead with just about any MIG welder gas compatible on the market I bought the millermatic for the tig feature but I didn't want to buy a stand alone Tig welder because I'm an HVAC technician I weld both stainless steel and 16 gauge cold rolled grease duct for commercial range hoods and tiging grease duct is time consuming and I'm a skilled MIG welder so it's pointless . Anyway I can't get the hang of the lift arc and I hate it you should review the millermatic so other people don't make the same mistake I did . I had not TIG welded in quite some time and it was a real shot to my confidence! Everything else on the machine works great but that being said it's a very expensive MIG welder and it should be exposed!!!!!

At 65 I've been welding for over a half-century. My Father started me at maybe 12 years old. (BTW ... He's 95 now and still on his own.) Point is, I don't give a rat's ass about switching over to TIG at this stage of my life, although I do admire how pretty some of the work can be. I just wanted to take the time to compliment you personally on an excellent review ! You seemed focused and honest. I liked your attitude. God, and the Devil both, really are in the details. Well done !

@Thefabforums

6 жыл бұрын

thanks, appreciate the feedback

Can you please do a review on their multi-process welders? (pros/cons) Considering upgrading from my Lincoln 140hd and have the flexibility of tig/mig/stick depending on what I am working on. From Intercooler piping, to the smoker I just built with 3/8 plate.

Would like to have had a better view of the control panel and location of power cord, on/off switch, etc. In other words just a good overall walk around of the machine itself.

i have a tig 200 pre digital and absolutely love it. hind sight couldve waited for the tig 200 ac/dc to go an sale

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

glad to here you like the one you have.

This was first described as a entry level machine but with all those features and the articulating torch tip, if I can do chassis work with this welder, what more would I need? Also, don't worry about the continuous running fan. I'm an OG who never welded with anything but that. An automated fan or lack of is not a deal breaker. Thanks!

Seems like a pretty decent starter machine. I'd recommend you experiment with 2% lanthanated tungstens. I've never used pure tungsten on my ahp, but I've heard that they don't weld as nicely on inverter machines

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

yeah I am going to give it a shot

Good hands on review. Would have liked to see how you set it on the face when you were changing setting and also which welds were produced by which settings. Overall great as usual.

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

thanks

@madmatmotosport6806

7 жыл бұрын

The Fab Forums have you tried it on stainless or titanium if not can you try them....

The fan issue is the same on the AHP Alphatig 200x. But is can say I have never hit its duty cycle.

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

cool. I will have to look at the duty cycles of it the Eastwood and the Everlast

@horseblinderson4747

6 жыл бұрын

Southern Nevada offroading and back country I have the AHP160st. Also have the Vulcan ProTig 200. Both machines outpace my skill so I'm happy with them.

And BTW, I like gas lens better than standard cup. I think it has to do with the screen and the gas flow.

@norman7179

5 жыл бұрын

Gas lens is a definite improvement. I wouldn't weld without it.

looks good, I'd be interested in seeing you review one of the alpha tigs. I'm on the fence between this unit and the alpha unit for my first tig.

@sorryvista

7 жыл бұрын

Cowbell Customs, Jody at welding tips and tricks did some stuff with the alpha tig.

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

I have heard a lot of good things. would love to get my hands on one

Sorry I didn't wait till the end you answered my question , Thanks .

very amazing machine

Thank you for this video.. I'm looking to do tig welding ss custom headers myself as a shop wants a 2nd taken out of my house to do it lol

Can you guys answer what is the different uses between mig. Tig and stik. And what would i use for an exhaust expansion chamber for a dirt bike. Thanks

Thank you for this videos. Could you go over settings for different aluminium and thickness and tip set up? like pointed or round?

@Thefabforums

6 жыл бұрын

no problem....I will see what I can do

@ryanrosser8520

6 жыл бұрын

The Fab Forums thanks brother

Thanks for your tips how to use those machines tig welders they're nice specially Miller brand I will get one very soon it's lovely hobby actually I do have a 3 in one it's a thermal arc fabricating I've never been able to setting up to a function of mig I don't know if it came with sort of factory matter. I am from brasil and I bought from USA. So I am stuck with

Great review. I've used the older tig200 and miller syncrowave 210. The only downfall to the older tig200 i had was the pedal which i noticed in your video that they changed pedals. Does that pedal allow you to fluctuate amperage like a miller pedal? The older style was like using the finger trigger and was only on and off .

@Thefabforums

6 жыл бұрын

yeah it has a full range on the pedal

make nice stuff in your garage thanks for he heads up on the tig welder

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

thanks man

Seems like a great machine, especially for the money. I'm a machinist / programmer and don't know near enough about welding. Always willing to learn though. I have an old Miller Econo-Tig and have very little experience with it at the old shop. My house doesn't have a 220 outlet in the garage and I guess that's the main reason I haven't played around with it here. Getting that wiring done is definitely on the list. Thanks for the round about reminder, Kyle. 😜 Btw, I enjoyed your review... good stuff, man.👍

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Yeah my Diversion 180 will do both. I think the diversion is basically what the econo TIG used to be

@TheMick26

7 жыл бұрын

The Fab Forums Cool, thanks. So what I have is similar to (and maybe the predecessor to) your Miller? I bought mine many years ago from a friend who welds when he upgraded. It wasn't used much and I think I paid around $850 for it back then. Included a big bottle, nice ground, lots of accessories, etc. Even a decent price is a waste of money if I'm not using it though. Have a good night.

eastwood digital tig 200 vs ahp tig 200 which is better?

Thank,s Alot for your videos Take care

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

no problem

great vid thanks man

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

thanks

Thanks for this review. There is a dire need for a simple comparison review between entry level AC TIG welders. Would you say the quality and function of this machine is better, equal, or less than the welders in the $1300-$1800 range such as the Hobart EZ TIG, Lincoln Square Wave TIG 200, Miller Diversion 165, or ESAB 186?

@Thefabforums

6 жыл бұрын

I would say equal to if not better than some. I have not tried them all though

what are we gonna do on Friday?!?..lol have a older tig200 works great.. would love to upgrade to the digital great review as always thanks for sharing

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

thanks

I really appreciate your video. I have been trying to find a low budget welder for a long time. Is there a good one for 400 or lower. I just want something that can get the job done good and is overall great. Thank you!

Kyle, When will killfab clothing restock the hats?

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

lol. they were supposed to be in stock in Jan....hope to have them this month

How does it compare to the Everlast 200 amp?

GREAT REVIEW..Are you still liking this machine? Or would you recommend something else? And are you still using it ? Thinking about it looks pretty good for the money ,thanks for the review

@Thefabforums

4 жыл бұрын

still think its a great machine, never had any issues while I had it. I gave it to a buddy of mine since I have a bunch of TIG machines.

I'm a Carbon/SS Pipe welder and I've only dabble into aluminum and I tried to weld some intercooler pipes and got it to look pretty good but when I tried to weld the blow off valve flange to the pipe, I was having a very hard time fusing it to the pipe, and since it was all from china eBay piping, do you think it could have something to do with different grade aluminums? Maybe I just sucked at it.

@Thefabforums

6 жыл бұрын

not sure...was it acting like the aluminum was dirty

Not Friday.....Still Need It!!!

@Thefabforums

7 жыл бұрын

lol