The flux 125 can certainly do structual welds. I welded a friends heavy duty hitch to his trailer. I could only run it at half the settings. These things burn hot and have a consistent aggressive arc which is what I was looking for.
I definitely went in reverse, I got a MIG first then got a TIG and then got the stick 225. I like playing with the stick more than the others just for welding fun, the others I will use to build more “pretty” things that people will look at regularly. Thanks for the video.
Great video. my only complaint about the Flux 125 is that it only holds small spools. If it held 10 lb spools it would be great. I run the 2 lb Hobart E71T-11 and have run a lot through it. I've been looking at the stick for heavy stuff like you mentioned.
I agree. With all that power you'd think they would have designed it to handle the 10 pounders. My only complaint as well. They can be rigged though lmao.
The only other complaint that I would add is that ridiculous nylon strap/handle arrangement that is a potential fire hazard HF includes. For goodness sakes HF give us a handle and make it with some metal D-rings for a sling if so desired.
I have those same 2 welders both very capable machines. The funny thing is over 1/4 inch as far as I know it's all multipass anyway. In fact a little upgrade would be get multipass wire for for flux welder. IMO
I need a welder for tractor implements, i have several that are split, 1/2" steel, and some 3/8 panels on my log skidder. I like the 225, however i have nktma clue what sticks to buy with the welder?
I agree with what you said people should try stick learn it first then go to wire feed when I was in college learning how to weld they made us learn stick welding first because it teaches you how to carry a puddle how to watch the toes of the weld look for the penetration because when you use where feed it happens a whole lot faster than it does with stick and then later if you want to try to Tig that also helps knowing those other two skills first I have one of those 225 unlike you I started with a clicker type AC DC Cracker Jack box welder inverter is way better than Transformer smoother and I recommend if someone tries a Transformer type wire feed welder and then picks up an inverter wire welder they won't want nothing to do with the Transformer then
@@Farmscrap1183 cool beans they're really good welders all they care about is having 240 volts and they'll go I still have mine I just don't use it since I got inverters and the reason for that is inverters well whole lot less make my back happy
I have a question buddy, I am considering buying a stick welder and I am convinced the Titanium stick would be a great option. I do agree that you can do 90% of welds on the flux 125 bc I have welded with one for a year. But during that time I have came across times when I needed to weld around a .25 inch to .5 inch plate flat or at a fillet weld and was reluctant to use the flux 125 due to issues with lack of penetration. My question is if I get the stick titanium will I have any issues welding it on a 20 amp circuit with a. 20 amp breaker? I’m sure I could possibly run it at 60-80% without tripping the breaker. Also, this 20 amp circuit is a stand alone 20 amp circuit. I want to learn stick but don’t really have the voltage and proper receptacle to run at higher amps. I just wanted to get your thoughts on it.
General rule dual voltage welders weld half as good on 110 as they do 220 probably won't weld thicker metal like your wanting if you have space in your breaker box I would highly recommend putting in a 220 breaker I tried the 225 welder on 110 pretty anemic wouldn't recommend on 110 hope that helps
According to all the sources I've seen, it runs 6010 fine. It's worth noting that that current dial scale indicates that 6010 current is capped at 155 amps. The reason, I suspect, is that the arc voltage is higher for 6010, so the welding power (volts × amps) is higher when running 6010s vs. other electrodes at the same current.
The flux 125 can certainly do structual welds. I welded a friends heavy duty hitch to his trailer. I could only run it at half the settings. These things burn hot and have a consistent aggressive arc which is what I was looking for.
I have the black 90 and 170 for home and hobby good welder’s but I just purchased the two you have and what a difference thanks for sharing
Very helpful, I've been thinking about the 125 to try to teach myself on. Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
I definitely went in reverse, I got a MIG first then got a TIG and then got the stick 225. I like playing with the stick more than the others just for welding fun, the others I will use to build more “pretty” things that people will look at regularly. Thanks for the video.
youre welcome glad you enjoyed it
You sold me on the 125. I've never welded before and I need one for some very small projects.
Great video. my only complaint about the Flux 125 is that it only holds small spools. If it held 10 lb spools it would be great. I run the 2 lb Hobart E71T-11 and have run a lot through it. I've been looking at the stick for heavy stuff like you mentioned.
I agree. With all that power you'd think they would have designed it to handle the 10 pounders. My only complaint as well. They can be rigged though lmao.
The only other complaint that I would add is that ridiculous nylon strap/handle arrangement that is a potential fire hazard HF includes. For goodness sakes HF give us a handle and make it with some metal D-rings for a sling if so desired.
I agree! Titanium Flux 125 is an awesome little welder! It's under rated for material thickness too. Also, stick welding overhead does suck!
Just bought one. Love it.
me too
I have those same 2 welders both very capable machines. The funny thing is over 1/4 inch as far as I know it's all multipass anyway. In fact a little upgrade would be get multipass wire for for flux welder. IMO
Excellent video exactly what I wanted to see perfect video idea. subbed.
thanks
I just bought the stick welder. First welder I got.
i like it
I need a welder for tractor implements, i have several that are split, 1/2" steel, and some 3/8 panels on my log skidder. I like the 225, however i have nktma clue what sticks to buy with the welder?
I like 6013 but most people will tell you 7018 on equipment
I agree with what you said people should try stick learn it first then go to wire feed when I was in college learning how to weld they made us learn stick welding first because it teaches you how to carry a puddle how to watch the toes of the weld look for the penetration because when you use where feed it happens a whole lot faster than it does with stick and then later if you want to try to Tig that also helps knowing those other two skills first I have one of those 225 unlike you I started with a clicker type AC DC Cracker Jack box welder inverter is way better than Transformer smoother and I recommend if someone tries a Transformer type wire feed welder and then picks up an inverter wire welder they won't want nothing to do with the Transformer then
youre right and fyi my first welder was a cracker jack an old lincoln tombstone ac transformer welder
@@Farmscrap1183 cool beans they're really good welders all they care about is having 240 volts and they'll go I still have mine I just don't use it since I got inverters and the reason for that is inverters well whole lot less make my back happy
Thank you. Great insight
You're very welcome
Good real world review 🤙🏼
thanks
I have a question buddy,
I am considering buying a stick welder and I am convinced the Titanium stick would be a great option. I do agree that you can do 90% of welds on the flux 125 bc I have welded with one for a year. But during that time I have came across times when I needed to weld around a .25 inch to .5 inch plate flat or at a fillet weld and was reluctant to use the flux 125 due to issues with lack of penetration. My question is if I get the stick titanium will I have any issues welding it on a 20 amp circuit with a. 20 amp breaker? I’m sure I could possibly run it at 60-80% without tripping the breaker. Also, this 20 amp circuit is a stand alone 20 amp circuit. I want to learn stick but don’t really have the voltage and proper receptacle to run at higher amps. I just wanted to get your thoughts on it.
General rule dual voltage welders weld half as good on 110 as they do 220 probably won't weld thicker metal like your wanting if you have space in your breaker box I would highly recommend putting in a 220 breaker I tried the 225 welder on 110 pretty anemic wouldn't recommend on 110 hope that helps
Just as good as any other brand. Including miller lmao.
Please do another video with the Stick 225 using 240V Power!
will do it works way better on 240
Do you think that 125 would be good to build barrel grills?
yes
Hey I both a titanium 225 welder and some liquid detergent split all-over the machine even the circuit board. Can you advise how to clean it?
not sure on that one you will have to do some homework on that one
Bob 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
I have a question I just caught one and idk which amps to put it on without tripping my breaker what’s the max for 120 v?
Around 70 Amos on that particular machine. But they weld excellent. It runs 6010.
they will trip a 20 amp breaker if turned up and run very long
On stick 225 did you get extended warranty?
no
How does it do with 6010?
According to all the sources I've seen, it runs 6010 fine. It's worth noting that that current dial scale indicates that 6010 current is capped at 155 amps. The reason, I suspect, is that the arc voltage is higher for 6010, so the welding power (volts × amps) is higher when running 6010s vs. other electrodes at the same current.
dont know welds good on everything else that i have run through it
I could barely hear you sound like a church Mouse real quiet
sounded fine on my tv
Sounds fine on my laptop.
Get your hearing checked