$70 vs $2,300 Welder? Let's Settle This! Weld Strength, Duty Cycle, Current Output, Build Quality

Let’s see if a $70 welder can outperform the more expensive rivals. It does indeed claim to deliver 200 amps of current, which is more than the $2,300 Lincoln welder. A big thanks to Joe for helping me test the welders for weld quality, penetration, current output and accuracy, ability to weld on rusty metal, and duty cycle.
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[@ethermelt4780]

Thank you, Joe! It's great to have an expert supporting what's already the best tool-testing channel there is!

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@rickjames2327]

@@ProjectFarm looked on your channel but couldn’t find one. Maybe I didn’t look hard enough but a Video on silicone spray? Want to spray some on my suspension parts to stop squeaks. I see many brands but don’t know which is the best and last longest for the job. Thank you!!

[@infiniti37G]

​@@ProjectFarm I welled like a pro for years. I used a 220V gas Lincoln( and others) and its much better then the 120V HB Flux welder. The Lincoln welds smoother, hotter, thicker marerals, stronger welds

[@Kawka1122]

@@ProjectFarm hopefully Joe will never be substituted by Kuka robot run by GPT4

[@fram1111]

@@Kawka1122 🤣

[@marklewus5468]

I am a retired engineer, and I see a lot of people test things on KZbin in dumb ways. Your channel is not one of those. Thanks for all of the effort that you put in to make these comparisons scientifically meaningful.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks so much!

[@teddysurf]

So here’s a question as a retired engineer would a true RMS clamp meter have been a better way to test the amperage?

[@James1095]

@@teddysurf True RMS is absolutely mandatory for testing welder current, especially that of inverter machines. The meter he used is true RMS, albeit a cheap one.

[@teddysurf]

@@James1095 is it a true RMS because most of the trms amp metes have “TRMS” printed on the meter and I don’t see it on this one? The reason I asked, is because I just bought a relatively cheap amazon Chinese welders and was in the market for a clamp meter and came across a video about true RMS vs average.

[@James1095]

@@teddysurf I looked up the model number and the feature comparison chart on Amazon shows TRMS for that model. Is that accurate though? Who knows. Even if it is TRMS it's worth checking the specs because even most of those have limits on frequency and waveform so it still may not read correctly on an inverter welder.

[@stevenpope]

Your objective take and analysis makes you subjectively the absolute king and my go to source before buying anything. Don’t ever stop what you’re doing!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks so much! Thanks for supporting the channel! I really appreciate it!

[@hankpoth9681]

Cpuldn't have said it better!

[@82726jsjsufhejsjshshdjso]

Other people have praised your scientific method but I’d like to add on the editing. As fast as possible to convey as much information as possible, while never being too fast. No time padding nonsense. Great stuff

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@mikechapman4767]

This is what I love about the channel. All meat, no fluff

[@jsp9247]

Amen

[@txrick4879]

Right some U tubers have a short attention span .

[@refactorear]

Thanks Todd! Thanks Joe for making this testing much more precise and yes, we are all interested in a mig welder comparison!

[@kenreynolds1000]

100%. Appreciate bringing a pro who knows in use evaluations are as valuable as specs.

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@aaronfield7899]

Ummm..... Why did Todd let Joe sponsor this video?

[@JacquesDerderian]

I got myself a weldpro for around $300 the thing is a champ for mig I'd love to see how it matches up in a mig comparison!

[@The_Establishment_Is_Satanic]

@@tuker384 🤷‍♂

[@jimboreaddabible777]

What I love about your videos is that there is no long intro and fancy junk. You get right into what we're here for. The facts and the results.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@ObservationofLimits]

I know right? His videos are concise and to the point. No 10 minutes of rambling every other test and lots of useful charts

[@jamieem37]

I don't usually comment on any videos, but I have to say I've been watching you for ages and I can't even put into perspective the amount of appreciation I have for your tests that are done as scientifically and fairly as possible. It doesn't even stop at just fair comparisons, the actual qualitative information you measure and document and condense and present it's just honestly, the pinnacle of content creation in my opinion. So much work goes into all of your videos and I know there's slim chance you'll see this but I love watching every single one when I get a chance. I've learnt a hell of a lot, so huge thank you 🫶 keep up the amazing work.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks so much, will do!

[@christopherrobin462]

Same your my number 1 channel I watch and recommend keep up the great work

[@JA-zf8bg]

couldn't say it better. thanks

[@triktrak_1451]

Darn tootin'

[@chrisjudge31]

Wonder about a cheaper Lincoln like FC90

[@novarian_nexus4117]

It's great having a professional welder do the inspection. Makes for an even more thorough review. Thanks Joe we appreciate your input more than you can imagine.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@charlesdalton985]

Thank you Joe for assisting in the testing. All of us out here greatly appreciate Project Farm and all the hard work that goes into this channel. ~ Chuck

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you very much!

[@TheGifted333]

@@ProjectFarm You do know that you have the best educational channel on KZbin right? Before I purchase anything for my shop, I always search for it on your channel to see if you've done a test comparison on that particular tool. You have literally helped out 10s of thousand of us men or more make the right decisions on what not to buy for our next project. Every guy I know watches your channel. Keep up the hard work Project Farm and thank you for all you do. P.S. THANKS JOE!!

[@markloney427]

Thanks Joe

[@sheikreal]

As a 20 years full-time professional welder who has always worked with big expensive machines like 5-10K$ Fronius/Lincoln/Miller, I didn't know that great "cheap" welders like the Harbor Freight Titanium were a thing. Another awesome video, and thanks to Joe! Subjective input from a professional on how the welders behave is invaluable.

[@andrewarmstrong9194]

I got a titanium mig welder for just over 500 bucks, this thing is the ticket for someone who does projects or small welding jobs

[@_AndromedaGalaxy_]

yes i have the same Titanium as in the video. not bad for a cheap stick welder. 480v machines will always be far superior.

[@omisan771]

Same here. I'm surprised such cheap machines can deliver that much.

[@DZADangerous]

​@@andrewarmstrong9194 I want to make my own smoker, would the titanium be good to use for that?

[@Redneckemtb]

100000😅

[@hughbrown1531]

I'm a hobbyist welder at the moment and this explains the issues I'm having with my cheap SMAW welder. I'm actually surprised how much of a difference there is. Thank you! Also, thank you to Joe for the expert POV!

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@thecat6062]

Thanks to Joe for helping out. It's nice to see professionals working together to obtain accurate assessments of various products.

[@blueballs8]

Thanks Joe! Always good to have a pro's skills and opinions to help with specialized testing! Thanks Todd for having him help!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome!

[@joeboxter3635]

​@@ProjectFarm Yes, it's good to have a professionals opinion on weld quality. The specs on how well the welds held is useful also. Nicely done.

[@johnbouldin9033]

Thank you Joe!

[@MrGiXxEr]

As a life long Miller welder user, the Titanium line is fantastic for the price. Their duty cycles are usually better than the more expensive Vulcan welders too. Been running the Titanium multi process off 240V for close to 4 years now with almost daily welding and it just runs and runs never hitting the duty cycle or losing arc integrity at all. HIGHLY recommend!

[@campbellpaul]

I'll have to check out that welder.. I wonder who they copied it from for it to be that good.

[@MrGiXxEr]

@@campbellpaul Not sure. I know the comparable Miller is over $3k and only comes with the MIG leads, they make you buy the stick and TIG leads separate!

[@hernandovillamarinbuenaven7476]

WOW!!: Experienced Pro's words are priceless!!.💪🥇

[@Gary-tc7zx]

I have the titanium 120 mig welder. Absolutely love it.

[@campbellpaul]

@@Gary-tc7zx I hear the Titanium MIG 140 is good for 1/4" steel and doesn't trip 20a breakers.

[@robromej]

I am definitely interested in seeing mig welders tested against one another. Miller, Lincoln, Everlast, and titanium as well as whatever other brands you see fit. Thank you for a great video!

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@jeffjohnson3695]

Love the expert support structure and I love the channel. I've used this in research for at least 10 things including the motor oil series and fuel inject/carbon cleanup chemicals.

[@JaredJanhsen]

Joe did great. Only a skilled welder can accurately do test pieces for a welder review. Many thanks to Joe for yet another great batch of product reviews.

[@drumtwo4seven]

LIES WASNT AN APPLES TO APPLE'S COMPARISON

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@OneWhoWas]

I think the channel can benefit greatly from some subject matter experts like Joe. Having the raw test data is a really good thing, however, having the thoughts and input from the experts can provide Insight that may not be measurable. Well done guys!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@doom0d1]

Yeah I second this as welders in particular are a bit of a difficult area to do unless a proper welder checks them out on the practical end. It was nice to see the testing show what is better for small projects and short welds.

[@sorendk1]

Thanks for helping out Joe, great job :) And thanks for yet another informative video PF 👌👍

[@RLamb-gu2yh]

Thank you Joe! Project Farm is exceptional at giving solid real world results with the highest level of integrity. Thanks for bringing Joe on board.

[@DullPoints]

Joe's assessment was the vote of confidence these products needed. Exceptionally well done work on this video.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@urbancornbread5500]

Joe’s thorough, concise, and down to earth way of analyzing the welds is right on target. I’m about 5 years into Aerospace fabrication and design and I can tell you I wish I worked with Joe.

[@Elaba_]

I am afraid of flying...

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@simonbainbridge3507]

Thank you, Joe!!! You've hitched your wagon to the best YT DIY channel on the planet and it is much appreciated by the viewers. Trustworthy and unbiased contributions from professionals and master craftsman such as yourself see to it that everyday DIY folks can tackle projects safely without breaking the bank or wasting money in inferior and inefficient tools. MUCH appreciated.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@sebastianmeans5954]

Thank you Joe! I'm glad to see a professional help us understand the welds. Thank you Project Farm for showing everything without bias and linking the welders!

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@jskjsk3986]

Thanks Joe and Todd for bringing in experience when it was needed. Duty cycle kills cheap tools.

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@K0Kaz]

Wow, Joe's welds using these cheap stick welders look a LOT better than a lot of people's TIG welds. Very Impressive!

[@drumtwo4seven]

LIES

[@xxtimo_titanxx7189]

​@@drumtwo4seven lies

[@enderblazex2718]

@@drumtwo4seven Found the "pro" TIG welder.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@rickylee2477]

Lol. You are crazy as hell. I’m not bashing on the man but none of those beads were anything to write home to mom and brag about.

[@gerhardlesch3615]

I appreciate your honesty about your lack of welding prowess & getting in Joe for cool, expert analyses of welding results. Many thanks to Joe!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@EddieNanakase]

Wow, fantastic channel ! These are the tests that we want ! These videos are full of technical specs. The tests done, test more things than I would have imagined. The videos get to the point and don't waste time with filler content. I love your work, keep up the fantastic work !

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you very much!

[@dannywoods3928]

Yes, no filler content is the best part. And so is the content. And so is the speed at which you are capable of coherently!

[@timtimtimmay4654]

The Titanium surprised me all around when I picked it up last year. I’ve been nothing but impressed with their line of welders lately.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@ericmackison9517]

I bought the multi-process Titanium a few months ago and have been satisfied. It's very easy to get set up and arc welds great even on 120.

[@Lesardah]

I keep hearing that. I have an old ESAB I use for stick welding, and it's getting long in the tooth. Gonna check Titanium out!

[@joemad4110]

Thanks Joe!! As a welding engineer, this was an excellent video comparing cheap welders to each other. Another test I would recommend doing for the MIG video would be welding for at least 4hrs with the welder at the highest settings. Some of those cheap welders give up after 2hrs of use with high current because their electronics are not meant to sustain high current for more than a few minutes at a time. Please do not waste the money on tool truck welders. They are rebranded Lincoln or Miller welders, with less features and less knowledgeable people to help troubleshoot them.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@OnceShy_TwiceBitten]

With that said, if you are a simple hobby user, like you would only use it for a few mins at a time here and there, then its DEF worth it to save the money. You could buy several before you spend the amount on a higher end one.

[@tjoenh4054]

@@OnceShy_TwiceBitten Been beating the heck out of my titanium 200 for a year now no issues

[@Lesardah]

Duty cycle would be a GREAT test! Good idea!

[@joemehere1151]

Thanks for helping out Joe and NICE WELDS!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@billmyette580]

Thank you, Joe for your help! And thank you, Todd for another great video!

[@tehpanda64]

I love the segment with Joe. It's great to get a second opinion from such a skilled guy.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@chethaynes5802]

40 plus years as a professional Welder. You get what you pay for . Joe's high skill and experience was obvious. Great Report. Thank You. Valuable and Useful Information.

[@erik_dk842]

Correction: You rarely get more than what you pay for, but you often get less

[@fs3994]

It's also smart to buy what you need.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@paulstewart9224]

Hey guys, Thanks to both of you! Joe it is clear you have expertise, which is both helpful, and, just nice to witness someone good at what they do!

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@armandog.damato8193]

That $300 Titanium offers an impressive bang for the buck deal.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@vinnys7514]

King of KZbin right here in my book. True dedication to the scientific method. No bs, no favor, just testing and brief synopsis. True craft.

[@andrewstombaugh9318]

100% agree with this! "Consumer Reports" could take more than a few lessons from this channel.

[@salutations5749]

@@andrewstombaugh9318 Preach !!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@mbrang00]

Joe, I just wanted to let you know how much i appreciated your help with this production. I myself dabble in the arts of metalwork and know well enough how difficult it can be to put yourself away to assist with an endeavor like this. your aid and assistance has proven to me and all of man kind that there is still a chance that humanity as we know it has not yet been lost. I love you joe.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@daveblane6442]

WTF are you??

[@jonny555ive]

Joe's Mom ? 😅

[@bluebook6312]

Thank you for giving us honest reviews and advice! You have definitely influenced my decisions. Also big thanks to Joe for coming out to give a hand. :D

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome!

[@fingeraid7995]

Thank you both. I have been wanting to see the results of different welding machines. I can’t afford the Lincoln so the you both have been a great help. Again, thank you Joe for your professional help.

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@joeno215]

Thank you Joe, having you testing the welders definitely adds confidence to the testing. It's much appreciated.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@bigclivedotcom]

Good thorough test. It's worth mentioning that the clamp meter has to be capable of measuring DC current with the clamp as many only measure AC current. Thankfully the DC clamp meters are much more common now.

[@volvo09]

Yeah, the cheapest clamp meters you can find only do AC... I learned that by impulse buying my first cheap little clamp meter.

[@jcclark2060]

Not too mention that positive and negative have different functions between AC and DC.

[@zendell37]

Good to see ya, Clive! He's right! My RadioShack meter would do DC, but I found it hard to find others to do it at the time. Definitely something to keep in mind.

[@Juppie902]

clive please make a house fire video from the components of the 70¥ welder

[@smarts53]

I'd like to see you dissect the blown welder.....or any of them for that matter.

[@patrickpowers806]

Thanks Joe! Awesome work. It is always great to get a professional opinion on things when needed. Hope to see you on here again

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@lmfinato]

Definitely want to see the wire feed welders. It's a skill I am considering trying to learn. And a big thanks to Joe

[@larrynason8716]

Wire feed welding is not at all difficult to learn. In the past couple of years I had to learn wire feed aluminum welding for my job in auto body. At 65 it's a bit of an old dog new trick thing. If you can stick or gas weld you will find wire feed a piece of cake.

[@1pcfred]

Wire welding is a lot easier to pick up than stick welding is. The welder feeds the wire for you. You still have to do a bit of testing before you weld what you want to to get your settings good.

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@davida1hiwaaynet]

Thanks for the comparison! I have always used Lincoln welders and have a 20 years old SP135 which still works amazingly for me. I laughed at the "plasma event" on the cheap non-protected Ssimder welder when it failed during the endurance test. Thanks to Joe for his welding assistance for this test!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for the feedback.

[@rocharox]

Great job you two! Joe did awesome so I hope he comes back. I love your reviews!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@dooshlerd]

Joe helped this test really shine. It's so odd seeing the results actually reflect almost perfectly "You get what yoy pay for" because usually the only real standouts are the cheapest for being mediocre and the most expensive for being overkill for most people.

[@1pcfred]

I was surprised some of them lunch box welders did as good as they did. For what I do they'd be fine.

[@Zanthorr]

@@1pcfred I have the Titanium flux core 125 and it's surprisingly good. If you have a small project that doesn't need 220amps they're perfect.

[@1pcfred]

@@Zanthorr I only tackle small projects. I'm not building bridges over here. I never need more than about 90 amps or so to do the welding I do. The last weld job I did I saved my garden cart rims. They were all rust rotted out. It came out OK. Was pretty thin metal I was working with. Replacing them would have been very expensive. I even patched up the steel tubes on it some. It'll be good for a while to come. I think I was running about 30 amps or so. I used really skinny electrodes too.

[@markthomas4083]

Todd and Joe gave a professional test for us to learn from, great job guys!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome!

[@jonrowe1776]

this video is fantastic!! the two of you really did a great job on this. just wanted to say thank you. this is a huge help to me on making a decision on my next welder.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome!

[@johnpalmer5131]

Great review and thanks to Joe for adding his SME. Think it is great you are collaborating with others to improve your videos and encourage you to continue this.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome!

[@masonsmith7018]

As someone who has been welding for 8 years I think this was some quality information being put out. I’d love to see a battery powered 4 1/2 inch grinder test. I’m pretty sure you did a corded test some years ago but with the technology in batteries I think they are gaining popularity as an option

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@Blakehx]

I keep looking at the Ryobi brushless angle grinder and die grinder but haven’t pulled the trigger yet!🤔

[@masonsmith7018]

@@Blakehx I’ve been thinking about the Milwaukee cordless die grinder set because I have tons of those little batteries already. That price tag hurts to look at 😂

[@Qthefun]

I just got a Ryobi and love it

[@joel89039]

Agreed! Torque test channel has a couple but a big roundup would be great

[@cmdrclassified]

Big thanks to Joe for helping out! I hope to see him again on future welder reviews! Great work as always, Todd! Have a great day! o7

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome!

[@berrieds]

Joe was super cool, thanks for helping out! It means a lot to see trusted source contribute to the channel.

[@oxylepy2]

Great welds and great feedback, Joe! Couldn't have had such a quality video without you

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@JasonBoydston]

I bought the Titanium over a year ago for fixing stuff around the house, tacking up metal fence and light repairs. So far it works great.

[@onetwothree2617]

I got one of the titanium wire feeds cheep. Harbor freight is great for all the home gamers.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.

[@KreemieNewgatt]

Props for bringing in Joe. Good welding technique takes quite some time to acquire (I can vouch)

[@communitycollegegenius9684]

Yes, and re-do the A/C filters with an expert too.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@Bodhi1satva]

Thank you both! I want to know more about your setup for testing the welds themselves. That looks like just what I need to test my practice pieces as I’m learning to weld. Very impressive as always!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@Bodhi1satva]

@@ProjectFarm Suggestion? Did I make a suggestion? I apologize, I try hard not to do that to people!

[@jmshssk2]

Thanks Joe. As a self teaching amateur welder, its always a pleasure to watch a pro.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@RoamGaming]

As a community college welding instructor working i get asked all the time about what inexpensive welder i would recommend. I've generally suggested the Harbor Freight Titanium and Vulcan but it's nice to know that there are some even more inexpensive welders that are reasonable options. considering I own the lincoln 210mp it was nice to get a little bit of verification that my money wasn't completely misspent. :)

[@andrewfowler1940]

I also teach welding at a community College. I have a student who brought in a prime weld, it has CK accessories and I was rather impressed with how it welded for the price. If I had the money though, I would definitely buy the ESAB 205i, very impressed with that.

[@Momoka7]

I just got a question, if I buy a welder and run it at 110 volt like from a normal garage outlet, a Welder will not melt the cables in the walls/trip the circuit breaker?

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing!

[@frenchonion4595]

​@@Momoka7Not if the breaker is properly sized for gauge of wire. It will trip before it melts. 14 gauge wire needs a 15 amp breaker, 12 gauge wire a 20 amp breaker. You want bare minimum 20 amp circuit for a 110 welder. I got a titanium flux core welder that runs on 110 outlet and it works great

[@nicholasmigliaccio9107]

The breaker is there to prevent the wires from melting/killing someone. If the breaker matches or exceds the amps that said welder will pull then it wont trip it. Assuming it was wired properly the wires should be fine for the amp draw.

[@ClinttheGreat]

I’m definitely interested in seeing a multiprocess welder comparison.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the suggestion.

[@timwagster9458]

Thank you PF and a special Thank You to Joe! I hope Joe returns and helps with the other welder reviews. O yeah, more welder reviews please!😄👍

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@nategoalbevazin1387]

what a fantastic video, I appreciate the professionalism of the welder evaluating the welds!! great video

[@jxtq27]

Thanks Joe! This is an amazing channel by itself, and with your expert assistance you've allowed it to extend into a tool I've wanted to see for a long time. It's clear that your skilled hands gave each of these machines its best chance, and it's enlightening to see how they stacked up. I hope you'll make another appearance :)

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@MattLitkeRacing]

Nice to see the mid range Harbor Freight welder doing well. They have stepped up their quality

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@6Sally5]

Great review, Joe and thanks to Todd for his expertise. I love my Titanium welder and am very glad to see how well it performs compared to the Lincoln.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@jsstuff1431]

I definitely want to see a stand-off between the multi-process machines!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the suggestion.

[@MotorCityMetalArt]

Great video thanks Joe! Its cool to see harbor freight performing well in these tests almost like they're actually paying attention to what their custimers want.

[@chrisg1043]

And the Titanium isn’t even top end.

[@chadhowell1328]

The HF welders have been pretty good for a while. You’re right that they have been paying attn to what the customers want because they have been getting better and better.

[@MotorCityMetalArt]

@@chadhowell1328 yep. I picked up the titanium 125 for repairs around the property and im really impressed with how it welds. Especially compared to the old AC Chicago electric 90 amp flux core welder.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.

[@davidroads419]

Thanks Joe! Great video, as always!

[@shotokankaratedo6155]

Thank you both! Honesty is truly best advice ever!

[@ProjectFarm]

You're welcome!

[@drakecardin8567]

This is hands down the best channel on KZbin. Thank you Todd and Joe for another excellent product test!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you!

[@tuukka518]

Really good idea to have an outside pro so that there isn’t that much user error in the testing! You could maybe test different welding sticks.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the suggestion.

[@SethMethCS]

Test different brands of electrodes. I don’t know if the quality is standardized.

[@TehButterflyEffect]

@@SethMethCS It's not. The cheap electrodes have slightly different flux coatings and aren't nearly as consistent. Washington Alloy, for example, is much more difficult to run than the same Hobart electrode.

[@connormcguire484]

You’d have your work cut out for you. Lincoln makes about 13 different variations of 7018 alone lol

[@davidnelson677]

I have a Titanium 225 very happy with it. Thanks to your expert help. Liked his pointing out the hot and cold penetation.

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome! Thanks for the feedback.

[@scotthoover6689]

Thanks joe! I used to be a welder and its interesting to see these. Like always your reviews are second to none in my opinion. Thanks for taking the time to do this, and all the others! Thanks for being honest, and unbiased in all your videos, and for always testing the products in comparable and scientific ways. Take care

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@ExcavationNation]

My first welder was buzz box. I learned everything I could. I then moved to 70 dollar klutch. Bought the tig leads for it. Practiced every single day after work running beads up down sideways every direction. I would buy coupons to practice on from this metal supply company. After about 6 months I moved to a 2k dollar Everlast that does everything ac/dc foot pedal multiple settings saves(pulse/fade in/out etc) And id spent the next 6 months only running aluminum). I love welding and I'm 100 percent self taught 😎 you can do anything you put your mind too.

[@daltondenun858]

Are you now a welder as far as profession? I’d like to learn too but wondering if I should take a course, thanks!

[@caodesignworks2407]

Self taught, eh? No youtube videos, instruction manuals, etc...? I mean, kudos on learning, welding is one of the most useful skills to have. I took it in highschool all four years

[@TehButterflyEffect]

Why did you spend $2k on an Everlast? That's a lot of money for an off-brand welder.

[@ExcavationNation]

@@TehButterflyEffect I've never had a single issue with it I purchased it almost 5 years ago and it's fantastic.

[@ExcavationNation]

@@daltondenun858 noooo my friend I dig swimming pools. But I can fix anything if it breaks. If you want to become a welder for a job.. I'd definitely take courses. There's A LOT that self taught misses.

[@WoodLineWorker]

Project Farm videos are like a box of chocolates, you never know what you’re gonna get. 🇺🇸

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you very much!

[@thecloneguyz]

Every box of chocolates I've ever bought shows exactly what's inside on the side of it

[@WoodLineWorker]

@@thecloneguyz I’m so thrilled to hear that.

[@thecloneguyz]

@@WoodLineWorker just like how rabbit holes are not very deep and crocodile holes are actually the deepest holes in the world

[@WoodLineWorker]

@@thecloneguyz ain’t that something?

[@benchacon4983]

Thanks Joe! What an awesome job guys. I enjoyed it.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@mattwaters6987]

Thanks Joe for helping out with your expertise. Great video!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@collinsmith9941]

This is the best channel ever. There is so few, true honest reviews on real equipment available. Thanks Joe.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@SeanCMonahan]

Thanks to Joe for providing his input on these welding tests! And even though I am not a welder at all, I'd love to see some comparisons of different types of welders, too! This channel is a fantastic resource. Whenever I need to purchase anything - hand tools, power tools, adhesives, pretty much anything - one of my first steps is checking whether Project Farm has a relevant video. TL;DR: thanks, and maybe someday I'll find a topic you haven't covered that I can suggest you test haha

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@ognap]

I'm glad I am not the only one who does this lol

[@ljprep6250]

@@ognap Oh, you're not, by far. ProjectFarm is the most concise, most well tested channel online, period. Todd does a fantastic job of it, and it shows. Thousands of folks swear by his findings and buy accordingly.

[@alligatorguy101]

Joe. You are the savior this channel needs. We need full welder testing please my good sir!

[@RefriXpertise]

Thanks to both of you. Great review. Sweet, short, and complete.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@baileydbenson1]

Man, I'd love to spend a weekend in the shop with Joe. Great video presence and seemingly a great content expert. I loved this video!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@calebcrossley8254]

Thanks Joe for your professional help with this test. Todd, thank you for just solidifying yet again the validity of your channel. Your skills as a fabricator and designer are “very impressive” with all of your test jigs you fashion. But even with that, it is also very impressive to see you know when your limitations might hinder results. So instead of being to prideful and doing it yourself you call in an expert. Thanks for keeping this channel true and factual!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome!

[@sweetlandsheatingcooling9039]

Thanks to the both of you for testing and posting.

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@ge0arc244]

Thank You Mr. Joe for helping out our Favorite and Honest Tester. Hope to see more of you.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@Nunyahbidniss]

Thanks joe. I’m teaching myself how to weld starting with a cheap HF flux core welder and your help with this already amazing channel is very appreciated. Thank you both very much!

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@ObliviousCrow]

I would love to see multi process welders tested, especially more budget options.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the suggestion.

[@drpoomanchu]

I 2nd this…!

[@davebenedict7986]

Same here! I am also curious to see how MIG machines would compare welding aluminum...

[@johngoodspeed3585]

Thanks Joe! This was VERY informative! Much appreciated!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@glennmuir5617]

Thanks to Joe for his help. Looking forward to your testing and comparison of combination welders.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@sciguy2000]

Great to hear from an experienced welder on these kinds of tests, really increases confidence in the results. Thanks, Joe :)

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@alseidel5622]

A thank you to Joe for his great effort to help PF. I look forward to a new test on MiG and TIG welders. Thank you PF for your great channel. The tests and methods are a real benefit for a home gamer like myself.

[@brianhendricks5326]

We are looking forward to seeing a multiprocess welder comparison also. Love to get Joe's input on that test as well. Thanks Brian.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@eddieg7426]

I have a lot of experience with hands on welding of all types of welding, And I want to say good testing on welding. And A Big! Big thank you Joe

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@YaGottaBeKidding]

Thank you Joe. PF is a fantastic resource for us all, so thanks for helping! See you in the next one?

[@TheKidFromYTown]

Thank you Joe for participating in this testing and thank you Project Farm for all the testing you do.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome!

[@jesseespinoza3282]

Thank you both 🙏

[@kidhenderson8260]

Thanks Joe. I own the titanium and love it for my small jobs. This video at least supported my decision and research since I saw this way after I bought mine.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@georgeorwell126]

That was a great idea to bring in a professional welder to help with the tests! Joe seems like a great guy!!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@bubbacomputer]

It's comments from someone like Joe that really helps a person understand the results. Great job Todd and Joe, I hope Joe helps you out on the next welding video!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@HunterBgood]

Thank you Joe. The extra insight was most helpful in understanding the weilders.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Glad to hear!

[@jesscollins1]

Thank you Joe! Your evaluation was very helpful.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Glad to hear!