HITBOX 200A TIG Welder,AC/DC TIG Welder With Pulse 4 IN 1 Welding Machine

I bought this after previously buying a DC only Hitbox TIG welder, but now wanting to be able to weld aluminum. Initially I was skeptical of how well an amazon welder would work, but I was actually really surprised, they work great. For stick welding, the inverter technology welds smoother than transformer welders I've used in the past. I learned TIG welding on a Hitbox machine, so I can't say I've used any others to compare, but I have no complaints, it was a good machine to learn on. It's got a wide range of settings and features, so I don't think I will outgrow this machine. That's the good, here's the bad: The leads are quite short, and maybe a little light. The stick welding stinger feels really cheap, and the contacts actually rusted. I believe they're only copper coated steel. But both of these things can be easily upgraded if you need to. The fan is always on, which is probably better for the machine, but can be a bit annoying. This machine also only works on 220V. Again, probably better for the machine, but does lack the versatility and portability of being dual voltage. I can't say anything at this point, but the long term reliability and quality might be an issue. I wouldn't run a business with this, but I think for a hobbyist it's perfect. All in all, it does what it's supposed to, and is pretty amazing for the price.

For the price of this tig welder you really can't go wrong, it does AC and DC tig along with stick. I did not do any stick welding with it yet. Ran the machine on a few parts and it welded flawlessly. It comes with everything you need for tig welding except a regulator, tungsten and cylinder of argon, it does not come with a stick electrode holder. This welder uses the smaller 25mm dinse twist lock connectors, it has high frequency start with pulse, it is a point type HF start. The 17 series torch works well, it a euro stye and accepts all common 17 series parts for the head. The fans run all the time but not too loud, the inface is standard for most all tig machines so setting it up is easy. I don't know if they make a pedal for this welder but might be a good add on, either way the trigger on the torch with up and down slope works well. Its small and compact and would make a good bench or machine to load up to take on-site. It 230V single phase only, you cannot plug into a 115v wall socket, I would assume it would do fine on a generator with a 30amp 230v output. The max amps is 200 and welding 1/4 aluminum is about as thick as it will weld for smaller parts, the power does seem legit as I do have a video of a bung being welded in 1/4 6061. Fit and finish is excellent, I was really surprised how good the arc was, for doing turbo pipes, exhaust and small parts this should work great. AC tig for doing aluminum on a budget is the real benefit to this machine. ***Update, this little tig machine continues to put in the work, compared to some of my other much more expensive tig machines it is super handy to move around the shop for quick tack ups and repairs.

funciona perfectamente en inox y aluminio!

I am relatively new to welding and have done stick, mig, and dc tig. I want to weld relatively thin aluminum (1/8" and less) but my existing welder is DC only. I have tried mig with a spool gun on and it worked ok on 1/8" but I couldn't get it to reliably work thinner than that. I thought about selling my existing welder and buying a multi-process machine that does AC Tig - but I ultimately decided to try this $500 hitbox hbt250p. I chose it because it was one of the least expensive, had several hundred reviews and seemed to have many features for advanced Tig. Bottom line - I've had this welder for 4 days and have done a lot of testing (I think I have covered all of its features) and - and it just works. I started off wth stick and DC tig on steel and didn't have any issues. Then moved to aluminum - i went right to 1/16" as that was the whole reason I bought the machine. I did AC square wave, then AC pulse (both with the finger torch control). I finished with AC pulse using the foot pedal (purchased separately). I used 1/16" gray tungsten and tried both 1/16 and 3/32 4043 filler rod. I wasn't sure what to expect as this was my first time ever doing AC tig but I was able to start with reasonable settings and then dial them in until I got acceptable (for me anyway) results. The biggest surprise was how well the pulse tig worked - it controlled the heat well and provided a nice rhythm for dipping the filler rod. I am very confident that I will be able to keep practicing over the next few weeks/months and this welder should do everything I need. Here are the settings I used for the different welds shown in the picture (all 1/16th aluminum, 1/16th gray tungsten, 1/16 or 3/32 4043 filler): 1. torch control AC square wave: 47 amps, 200 Hz, 50% balance 2. torch control AC pulse: 80 amps peak, 60% pulse width, 1 Hz, 20 amps min, 120Hz, 50% balance 3. foot pedal AC pulse: ~80 amps peak, 60% pulse width, 1 Hz, 20 amps min, 120 Hz, 50% balance I wasn't exactly sure how the pedal was going to work but it did exactly what I expected in controlling the max amps and I was able to lower the amps near the end of my run to prevent flattening out / blowing through. So far I would definitely recommend this welder for anyone looking to try AC Tig. I'm hoping it will end up being reliable - I will be using it a lot and will update this review if I have any issues. During my testing I did find some relatively minor issues - but nothing serious: 1. ground cable could be longer 2. the sheathing wrapped about the cables/hose going to the tig torch could be non-meltable... luckily i didn't melt through the innards when I accidentally draped the hose over the piece I just welded 3. when using the foot pedal it's hard to set the max amps exactly - the knob on the foot pedal is very sensitive and the resulting peak amps are only visible on the screen when the pedal is depressed - wasting gas in the process 4. no instructions for the foot pedal - the welder does need to be on when you install the foot pedal 5. torch and pedal connector screw tighteners are plastic and seem like they could potentially break - I tried to be extra careful 6. included argon hose is 3/8 inch... most regulators seem to have a 1/4" barb - I ended up using a short piece of 1/4" hose on the regulator barb - then used a heat gun to soften the 3/8" and slide it over the 1/4 before securing it with 2 hose clamps.

As an avid hobbyist welder, I've been thoroughly impressed with the HITBOX TIG Welder AC/DC. This machine delivers on its promise of versatility and performance. First off, the AC/DC capability is a game-changer for me. Whether I'm working on aluminum sheets or delicate joints, the ability to switch between AC for aluminum and DC for other metals ensures I get clean, precise welds every time. The pulse function further enhances control, allowing me to manage heat input effectively, which is crucial for welding thin materials without warping. Setting up the machine was straightforward, thanks to the intuitive controls. It supports a range of welding techniques, including TIG, Stick, and MMA, which makes it a versatile tool for different projects. The IGBT technology ensures stable arc performance, even when dealing with challenging welding conditions. In terms of build quality, the HITBOX welder feels solid and durable. The construction is robust, and the cooling system keeps everything running smoothly even during extended welding sessions. I particularly appreciate the compact design, which makes it portable enough to transport to move around my workshop without hassle. Overall, the HITBOX TIG Welder AC/DC with Pulse has exceeded my expectations. It's a reliable workhorse that offers exceptional value for its price point. Whether you're a seasoned welder or just starting out, this machine will definitely enhance your welding capabilities and make your projects more enjoyable and professional-looking.