Help Me Build A Welding Machine

[richkat]

Hi Rich,
I have had a AC/DC welder for years and a couple years ago I bought a number 7 size tig torch and argon tank/gauge setup. I usually use it on DC but have tried to use it on the AC just to see how it works. Aluminum takes a lot of heat. I think I saw it on a site called "Mr. Tig" where he says if you already have the welder and only need to add the torch and tank, it makes sense to do so. However, it you need to buy a welder, torch, tank, and gauge setup you are money ahead to just shop around for an inexpensive tig welder to start with. Look at his site for information on tig welding. Also check out "WeldingTipsandTricks.com" as Jody, the host there, has a very good weekly posting on all sorts of welding. Good luck and fly safely.
GaryR

Thank You GaryR
I'll look into it,but your probably right on just buying a TIG machine, I thought about buying a A/C arc welder for $150.00 and adding the torch and tank to it.
I really want to make one just to know how. And maybe just maybe I can make one that works really good that is affordable for me to make.