PrimeWeld Tig 325 UNBOXING/REVIEW.

[@amcustomfab]

Big thanks to primeweld weld for providing affordable machines. Leave a comment and let me know your thoughts on this machine 😎

[@oneangrycanadian6205]

I have a question for you and hoping you may be able to answer. I have a ck liquid cooled torch from work. It has the large 6 pin connector for Lincoln machines. Because that’s the big 575v machines we have at work. I’m trying to find a connector adapter to go from the 6 pin large to a 7 pin small on my tig 225 so I can use my free finger slide amperage control from work on my tig 225. If you have any idea where I can buy one that would be great!!! Thx and keep up the great videos and cheers from Canada!!!

[@amcustomfab]

@@oneangrycanadian6205 I'm sorry I don't but if I come across something I will let you know

[@oneangrycanadian6205]

@@amcustomfab ok thanks

[@weldingman7273]

What’s flood cup

[@gatorwing6231]

Probably one of the best 325 reviews. My 325 also has the dial lag but not a biggie. I love the machine. I have welded 1/2" aluminum with 200 amps using your instructions. Keep the videos coming for this hobbyist.

[@amcustomfab]

Thanks for watching 😎.

[@BecksArmory]

That's a lot of amps! I like the on demand fans and front mounted power switch.

[@tomrandall865]

I'll have to keep this machine in mind. So far I've built a tablesaw fab table and an electromagnetic grinding station. I enjoy the videos and the awesome ideas.

[@nickcourtright86]

This was an excellent review and you went above and beyond the average review. Well done man

[@amcustomfab]

Thanks for watching and supporting the channel 😎

[@wadepatton2433]

dammm, I was all set to buy the 225, now I have to have this one. The on-demand fan and lower amp settings are favorites already.

[@jwdickinson643]

thanks for the honest review! I’m sold on it!

[@BullseyeMetalWerks]

Nice! Your mig 285 video helped me pick up the settings quick.

[@Platinum1812]

This has some really nice upgrades from the 225. I'm torn just for diy/farm (tiny, tiny farm) use.

[@mrmidnight32]

Honestly there is almost 0 use for 99% of us for anything more than 200 amps. Don’t get sucked into buying amps you don’t need. But the machine features do look good

[@LynnTwinCustoms513]

I just bought one of these. Excited to try it out

[@serdiefgotreb]

The thing you say about the knobs not immediately registering for me it's a feature! How many times you by accident go to close to the welder and slightly touch it and bum, your settings are gone! So lack of sensitivity for me is room for these situations!

[@normdickson2438]

The front mounted switch is a nice feature

[@philipn9767]

I just bought one with a cooler and I like it great machine. Thanks for the honest review.

[@mrmidnight32]

Love primeweld is still raising the bar. But honestly almost none of us need anything over 200amps. I’ve been building roll cages, brackets for cars and pre runner trucks and used 200 amps twice in my shop. 325 amps is if you’re welding CAT excavators or industrial tractors 😂

[@amcustomfab]

Agreed unless you are doing really thick aluminum . You can do everything else with 200 amps or less

[@replyhere590]

Coincidentally, I am shopping for my first welder and want to make sure that it will help me weld rebar onto the tracks of my 33,000 pound track loader (Liebherr 621C, German made machine about the size of a cat 953). Seems like a stick job?

[@wadepatton2433]

This machine goes to 11.

[@wadepatton2433]

But also it goes lower, not just higher. Extended range on both ends.

[@joellamahead]

I wish 325 amps were available when i bought my 225 i do a lot of thick aluminum marine stuff

[@BrandonLeeBrown]

If the specs are accurate, the TIG 325X can start and weld in DC TIG mode down to 5 amps. The TIG 225X only goes down to 10 amps start.

[@petermccuskey1832]

Thank you for the information really enjoyed the presentation Own a 225 but you have me toying with purchase of a 325.

[@steveyork6340]

Water cooler function is independent of the Tig function! The Tig on demand fans can cut-off during welding, when elec components are below thermal danger & kick-on as needed! Torch water circulation is constant& necessary! Want a quieter cooler, on demand fans would have to become the norm! For 40 years, with Miller blue transformer tig machines, it was usual procedure to let them run 20-30 minutes after the weld job was over. $1 of electricity is cheap insurance trying to prolong the life cycle of a $150-$350 tig torch!

[@ryanbrown918]

I was gonna say... and isn't the Coolant pump attached to the fan? So it would kill Coolant flow as well!

[@replyhere590]

Check out DIY water cooler solutions (no pun intended) on YT. Probably not as applicable to the daily use pros on here, but for us property maintaining, etc, folks, cheap and adequate. Keeping the insides free of dust, etc, will prolong the life of any heat generating machine. The comment about old Millers--transformer machines; Lots more heat, right?

[@richarcruz7843]

Thank u very much this machine looks like a winner💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@wadepatton2433]

Of course the leads are better--they have to carry 100 more amps. I'm glad I hadn't already purchased the 225. This is the one for me.

[@jimmymaggs3371]

Great video. I know it states "6010" capable on the site, but how does it really handle 6010? Some machines state 6010 capable but only short arc dragging or something, not long arc or open root.

[@clutchshot247]

Exactly im looking everywhere for a 6010 review on this machine

[@MJADoingStuff]

Looks Awesome!!!😁Great review still have my Tig 225 in the box 😂 got to get it set up but life is holding things up. Thanks for the video😁👍🚜💨☀

[@amcustomfab]

Thank you for watching 😎

[@brianlittleforest631]

I have the 225x. The only regret I have is not waiting to buy this machine 😟.

[@amcustomfab]

You can still do a lot with the 225

[@motodrang4287]

I think I want this one!

[@amcustomfab]

😂

[@peatergriffin]

A welder with the switch in a functional spot.... If these were in Australia I would buy one of these.

[@chaddthompson]

Quick question for you on the the Primeweld. Does it generate much RF noise when AC welding with it? I have been using a Syncrowave 200 since about 2010 and it generates a terrible amount of RF noise when welding AC with it. I weld in our attached garage usually so the noise is a pain as it causes interference with electronics etc in the house. I wasn't sure if the inverter based machines have this same issue or not.

[@amcustomfab]

They still can but not as much

[@listentwice]

Very thorough!

[@alijonda4440]

this welding machines can weld aluminum alloys wheel cracks repair welding

[@chuck1872]

I'm running E71T-GS flux core self shielding wire, and a buddy told me to add an argon mix along with it. He said it makes a much better weld with less spatter. Have you tried this? Or will you try this and tag me in the video? Thanks in advance.

[@amcustomfab]

Which mix are you referring to

[@replyhere590]

If you're going to use gas, why use flux core? Noob here but thought I'd ask.

[@SukunaTrolling]

Gas shield Flux core is used alot for thicker materials to get better penatration and get low hydrogen welds like 7018 stick rods. It's an extremely reliable welding process in less time than stick welding with 7018

[@chuck1872]

​@@amcustomfabargon co2 mix along with self shielding flux core wire.

[@chuck1872]

​@replyhere590 I was told it's a lot better cleaner weld, but I haven't tried it I wanted to ask and see who has and what the results were.

[@bluedemon79]

Have you tried the Everlast or the Eastwood machines?

[@amcustomfab]

I have tried both I would not recommend east wood. Everlast are not bad machines but there costumer service is lacking when compared to prime weld. Thanks for watching.

[@obi-wankenobi5179]

I really wish they would have added lift arc, this machine would have been awesome for pipe. Glad they added 6010 though.

[@clutchshot247]

Im still looking for a 6010 review on this machine

[@jackguess762]

What’s the deal with the function only available with 4t?

[@ryanbrown918]

This machine with a cooler, paired with the 285 MIG would be amazing for a shop setup

[@shawnengelman5029]

I used the 225 on an aluminum fuel tank a few days ago. I ran pure argon and no water cooler and immediately decided to sell my millermatic 252 and buy a 325 with a water cooler and a 285mig. I got out of the aerospace industry a few years ago and turn down a lot of aluminum work because dynasty welders are not affordable lol. These machines are incredible for the price.

[@Rick_Gregor]

How many AMPS input, 120\240 volts website does not say.... nice review!

[@amcustomfab]

120amps on 110v. And 325amps on 220v

[@Rick_Gregor]

@@amcustomfab Thanks but that is the OUTPUT, I was looking for the AMP INPUT draw for the wall outlet and breaker box

[@amcustomfab]

Oh I'm sorry I misunderstood I will see if I can get that info for you

[@replyhere590]

@@amcustomfab 1Max and 1Eff is what he is asking for. I, too. Primeweld is a little quirky about detailed specs, compared to, say, Everlast (but my oh my, lots of typos in the EL stuff!). Are their manuals on line?

[@FlyinTrapezious]

You need a 60 amp breaker on 240 if you are going to max it out 53 inrush amps. On 120 volts inrush amps for tig is 25.3 and 42.5 for stick. If you are considering the mig 285 ,it's inrush amps on 240 v are 57.4 mig, 53.5 stick and 35.7 tig.

[@oneangrycanadian6205]

Not to sound like a stickler but I’d rather hear my fans running all the time than off and on simply because I know they are working and I don’t have to worry about overheating. I work in a fab shop and it’s loud as hell so to me this is actually not bad with my 225 lol.

[@MrJAOSJAOS]

Does anyone know how much the wooden box of the 325x machine weighs? thank you

[@alijonda4440]

brother 325 x can weld aluminum stick welding rod

[@autodidacticartisan]

Can you max this out on a 30 amp 240v breaker? Or do you need a 50 amp circuit to get all 325 amps?

[@amcustomfab]

50 amps

[@replyhere590]

What are the I(subscript)1Max and 1Eff current requirements on it? Wondering if their manual is on line for viewing?

[@alijonda4440]

this welding machines can aluminium stick welding

[@bluedemon79]

I wonder when they will sell on Amazon?

[@amcustomfab]

Why not buy from there website?

[@bluedemon79]

​@@amcustomfab I have $1500 of cash back with my Amazon Business Card.

[@amcustomfab]

Ahh yeah I know they have several other of their machines on Amazon but I don't think the 285 has made it there yet

[@normdickson2438]

I’m on the fence between primeweld Tig 325 and Everlast 255 ext can anyone tell Wich is better 😊

[@amcustomfab]

I have never personally used the Everlast 225 . but in my experience prime welds customer service is superior.😎

[@sarkeys1467]

so what's the highest AMP on 110V is it 147 similar to 225X machine?or it's higher since it's 325?

[@amcustomfab]

They actually lowered it since people kept blowing breakers so I believe it is 120 amps on 110 volts whereas the tig 225 is 140 I believe

[@sarkeys1467]

@@amcustomfab thank you

[@alijonda4440]

this machine can weld aluminum stick welding allyos wheel cracks

[@Dcale]

Do you happen to know if the pedals interchange between the 225?

[@amcustomfab]

Yes same pedals

[@WorstTasteEver]

This seems like an incredible machine for the price. 100% duty cycle amps of 250 is the same as the Dynasty 400... which is like a $16,000 machine, lmao. I'm in my second semester of learning TIG at a community college. Thinking of building myself a welding cart with a DIY water cooler built into the bottom rack as a class project, then using this machine with it on a CK20 torch.

[@amcustomfab]

Sounds like a great setup to me would love to see your water cooler build when you're done with it DM me some photos on my ig @amcustomfab would love to see how it turns out 😎

[@alijonda4440]

this welding machines can weld aluminum stick rod welding

[@ANTHONYPEREZZZZ]

Hi, can you Tig 3/8" aluminum and 3/8" stainless with that machine? 325

[@amcustomfab]

Yes I showed a example of 3/8" aluminum bin the video

[@ANTHONYPEREZZZZ]

@@amcustomfab thank you brother. What's the thickest??

[@amcustomfab]

Relative to how many passes you you do you can weld as thick as you want if you just do more passes

[@dennisstarkey2042]

your machine has red knobs and mine has yellow. any difference ?

[@amcustomfab]

No differenc in performance. Just updated knobs

[@colonialroofingofnorthcaro441]

When did they cone out with this one

[@amcustomfab]

About 6 months ago

[@alijonda4440]

please make vedio aluminium stick welding

[@weldingman7273]

Bro I would put that bottle up close to table like that. You could accidentally arc out on bottle.😮

[@georgeowen2083]

I am so pissed PrimeWeld is 3 weeks out from even being able to ship out my welder. I am about to request a refund and go buy an Everlast.

[@amcustomfab]

That's because almost every Black Friday they sell out. They normally have stuff shipped out within 48 hours . It's all up to you. Do what you got to do but I would wait if how are you? Thanks for watching. Appreciate the sport 😎

[@funone8716]

I ordered mine last week on 12/1. Right on the website it said "PREorder this item will ship around December 18" did you not see that? And it still says that right now (12/3/23).

[@insanEPICustoms]

Sorry I gotta go with YesWelder

[@amcustomfab]

Your loss

[@insanEPICustoms]

@@amcustomfab Nice. I’ll take your advice. I see a lot of PrimeWeld videos on here. Cheers!

[@alijonda4440]

brother

[@replyhere590]

I think your record hit a skip....

[@StortWeldingCoLLC]

LEADS NEEEEEEEAD 2 BE 25 FEET MIN...

[@amcustomfab]

You can order it with 25ft leads that is one of the options when you order.

[@โนรีคอกเบิร์น]

Rubbish. Shame he does'nt understand the welding environment. Lets look at the stinger, How does an un-necessariyBig, dam awkward to use, plastic shroud make it more suitable for high current? I have the smaller stinger with minimal bakerlite shroud that was supplied with my SIP 140 welder purchased over 56 years ago. After a few months, my constant welding down to the last mm of the rod, unsurprisingly caused the bakerlite to burn and crumble off the electrode teeth on both sides. GREAT. The stinger became smaller, lighter, easier to hold, easier to load with rods, easier to adjust rod angle, able to use full rod length in tight positions & no problems as I am not stupid enough to clip the stinger to the earth clamp when its switched on! Over more than half a century I have bought (due to peer pressure & not due to any welding need) 2 new big (professional) stingers & I have given these 2 big expensive stingers to friends that laugh at my small old overworked trusted stinger. Now explain how an earth clamp with long fingers carries more current? Rubbish comment. Try thinking. The manufacturers of this welder have provided a higher curremt capable machine to weld Bigger size project materials. So it makes perfect sense that they supply an earth clamp that has fingers long enough to open & reach around & over larger chassis / workpiece members. Its the spring tension & surface area of contact to the workpiece & cable termination quality that is important not visual yuppyness factor.

[@_hector__]

It's not just the shroud of the stinger that's bigger but also the copper or aluminum wire diameter inside the leads which increases duty cycle with higher amperages. Have you ever seen a burnt cable because it was thin and couldn't handle the current? Same principle The ground clamp is not just made in that shape to reach and clamp better but also because since its made of copper and zinc it dissipates heat better and they're great at conducting electricity. The finger design allows it to have a smaller contact area with the heated work. The wire is also thicker like the stingers. This causes less issues when welding and again helps with duty cycle. Let's not forget an important fact that these machines can do DCEN and DCEP, electric current can run from the stinger to the ground or the ground to the stinger, this is why both clamps and stingers have to be equally or similarly thick. You're correct that bigger isn't always better because they're unwieldy so it's a waste if aren't using it to its fullest ratings. Maybe you should try to think and learn, this is embarrassing to see

[@koh69r]

I'm guessing the knobs use a potentiometer, and to avoid knocking it off your current setting, you have to move the knob with enough force for it to pick up that you've made an adjustment Just a guess, idk 🤷‍♂️

[@amcustomfab]

Very possible 😎

[@replyhere590]

As a former electronics geek (turned accountant), whose first computer in 1964 was a couple of potentiometers working with a voltmeter, I would say, "exercise" your pots on a regular basis, especially ones you don't use as often, so that they stay "clean" inside. Might especially be a problem in a dirty shop environment (note that Everlast encourages interior of the cabinet cleaning), but then again, maybe potentiometers are more sealed and durable these days? I kind of like the analog aspect of PrimeWeld machines. I worry about the LED displays and complicated circuit boards behind the more complex machines out there.

[@koh69r]

225 vs 325 opinion 🤔

[@amcustomfab]

If you're going to be welding a large amount thick aluminum like 1/4"+ the 325 if you are going to be doing mostly DC welding miled steel stainless ex.. the 225

[@koh69r]

@AM Custom fab Thank you for your time/input 👍 I just want to build/repair my own aluminum screen printing frames, maybe some repairs on my pontoons/rails/John boat stuff like that, I doubt anything a 1/4" thick Thank you again for your time, Sir

[@amcustomfab]

Thank you for the support 😎🙏👊

[@92coupeSiknes]

@@amcustomfab what if youre just getting into tig and not sure exactly what all you'd use it for? Would be using to build my cars for sure, mix of aluminum and steel.

[@amcustomfab]

@@92coupeSiknes then I would say it all comes down to whatever your budget is. The 325 definitely has a couple more options and capabilities. But you're going to be able to do 95% of what you will need to do with the 225 for half the price