I BOUGHT A TIG WELDER! - Getting it Set Up and Trying It Out!

[@suzukirider004]

Im here to learn. My father passed down all his welding equipment to me when he got sick. Trying to learn to tig with a brand new syncrowave 351. Ended ended up with his 220 mig, his old stick, this, plasma cutter and about 3 torch setups

[@northerniltree]

That's an older transformer (buzz box) type of machine. Probably 20 years old or more. I have one. The newer inverter machines are much easier to use and dial in, plus they run on less amperage for a given weld. Your machine is a reliable old beast with less to go wrong with it. If you really want a challenge, try welding 1/8" aluminum plate on the AC mode. Lots of videos out there to help you succeed. Your local community college can also help train you in this area.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

I've been using this almost daily for a few years now. Aluminum is difficult but not impossible.

[@Mtlmshr]

Just a suggestion from a long time Fabby, when welding any type especially TIG welding you want to make sure that your hand holding the torch has a resting place to keep the torch head and the tungsten as steady as possible! Most of the time with TIG welding you want the tip of the tungsten as close to the material as possible without touching it so to do that you must have great control of your torch head!

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Always solid advice. Since getting this machine a few years ago now the skills have greatly increased

[@XJRabbits]

Awesome work. The tig is just going to elevate your quality. Look forward to seeing the shop set up.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

I did some welding in the subframe of the CX500 today and oh man, where has this been all my life! Quality is a big focus and this enables me to get to that next level.

[@rickrockin155]

I have a synchro 180 also, have not used it yet. I bought it brand new and will be trying it soon, i hope!

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

This was old when I bought it and its been a great machine

[@2hotscottpro]

Do a vid on settings for al and steel .I just bought a 180 SD like that and there’s very few vids on that model.I feel like the guy studying for a GED on Shaw Shank Reduction movie 😂

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

🤣🤣🤣 Love the reference. I actually don't feel very confident giving settings as I'm no pro even 3 years later.

[@2hotscottpro]

@@BrickHouseBuilds on electrode negative I can’t even make a puddle on 1/4 al..Should I be on AC? I burnt through a pop can and 1/8 diamond plate with low amps?

[@1234joselopez]

Nice demonstration of the machine I just bought one just like it , i weld starting my own small business keep practicing make sure you add good amount of filler metal you where having undercut on that coupon lay it flat on the table next time get comfortable but you got it 👍🏻

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank ya. This was over a year ago and I am far more proficient at this point! Practice makes perfect!

[@chuckymonster1000]

I have a machine just like that one.but I need to install the plug chord inside the unit.can you do a vid of the machine with the side cover off so I could see how its wired?

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

No I do not. I havent pulled the cover actually

[@chuckymonster1000]

Brick House Builds can you send me a pic of it

[@chuckymonster1000]

I’ve looked all over the internet and can’t find anything on putting a new chord on it.i have the chord just need to see how it wires on.i got the machine with the chord removed.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

@@chuckymonster1000 I have a really hard time finding any info on it too. I'd say pull a cover and it should be obvious. May be a diagram inside

[@tegimr]

@@chuckymonster1000 miller has the installation manual online. Need the SN to get it.

[@45Mang]

I have the same machine. What settings did you have it for that tubing?

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

This being a year ago I dont know. I likely had it set too high just getting the feel for it. Anything steel wise less than 1/8" im usually a max of 70 amps. Thinner and im around 40 max using silica bronze filler

[@gexas38]

im getting reaquainted with my miller and im in a basement situation now and not able to 'easily' vent fumes to outside...have u done anything for tig fume extraction?

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Im not sure if its shown in this video but I have an exhaust fan in my shop

[@gexas38]

@@BrickHouseBuilds ok cool...did u diy or buy commercial? trying to look for good designs etc.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

I just bought a fan from northern tool

[@hookedonfishing2095]

How do you like the machine?

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Love it. I have used it almost daily since I bought it. Even though its an older machine it does everything I need and has really helped me build some skill

[@eddieperez3796]

Does it have pre flow ?

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Yea it has a burst of gas before it begins to arc