Harbor Freight Welder: Titanium 125 Review, Setup, and Test

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  • Setup, Test, and Review of the Harbor Freight Titanium 125 Welder.
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    The TITANIUM™ Easy-Flux 125 Amp Welder is an easy-to-use, lightweight welder that is ideal for basic welding jobs at home or in the shop. This easy-to-use welder features advanced DC based inverter technology that produces a steadier arc and cleaner weld. This welder weighs in at just 15 lb. , over 50% lighter than conventional transformer based machines. The Easy Flux 125 includes all modern safety features such as thermal overload protection and cold-start wire feeding so you can concentrate on the job, not the machine.
    -Inverter Technology - lighter weight and more efficient
    -Weighs only 15 lb. , over 50% lighter than conventional transformer welders
    -DC output for the most stable arc and cleaner welds
    - Variable Control for fine-tuned welding
    - Advanced safety features: Thermal overload protection and cold start wire feeding
    -Rugged, top load drive system takes standard 4 in. spools
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  • @-DIYPRO-
    @-DIYPRO-  4 місяці тому +15

    For $149 not on sale it's still a great deal to get into welding!

    • @Pure_KodiakWILD_Power
      @Pure_KodiakWILD_Power 4 місяці тому

      Well, damn, I bought mine 4 or 5 years ago and still haven't opened it 😂 I should have waited til now, because I think I might have paid closer to 200 for mine ..maybe 175, it was on some kind of sale, I think.
      I've seen it weld 1/4" on videos; have you done it, and have those welds held up over the years? I'd like to do some trailer work with it. Either way, I'm gonna try it and see for myself, but I'd like to hear some practical experience of longevity with real world use.

    • @javybeaz3236
      @javybeaz3236 4 місяці тому

      Compare it to the chicago electric. I have for 4 years still works. Will get rid of it when it breaks get the Titanium

    • @dablazingamer4307
      @dablazingamer4307 18 днів тому

      Where do you buy metal like 1/4in thick plates or 1/8th in ones like you used?

  • @alexnoland3156
    @alexnoland3156 19 днів тому +4

    Thanks brother now I'm a welder because of these video

  • @NickVillecco
    @NickVillecco 5 днів тому

    Super simple, clear video! I know nothing about welding but I am a gearhead and this comes in handy!

  • @Paul-ww5jo
    @Paul-ww5jo 3 дні тому +1

    I bought this welder and watched this video. Applying to marine welding firms tomorrow.

    • @outtakontroll3334
      @outtakontroll3334 2 дні тому

      whoa cowboy, dont get ahead of yourself. first weld up a trailer hitch, trailer, and maybe repair the rusted out frame of your truck and fabricate an exhaust system. then next week go for the job.

  • @incorrigiblerogue1193
    @incorrigiblerogue1193 3 місяці тому +8

    I've had mine going on 5 years and it still amazes me how well this little unit runs. Also, it fits perfectly into a milk crate, which keeps it from getting banged up. I cut one vertical section, about 3", to help the gun and ground clamp slip in and out of the crate when starting or stopping for the day. Run the power cord back in the same hole you fed it out from, and its self contained. I used the strap to go from one corner diagonally across the crate to the other. Makes it super easy to transport around. I even cut a 3/16" plywood top so the machine is proteced on every side.

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  3 місяці тому +1

      That's a great idea, thanks!

    • @frederickshipp8013
      @frederickshipp8013 2 місяці тому

      Thanks for the milk crate idea. 👍👍

  • @mountaindewdude76
    @mountaindewdude76 4 місяці тому +6

    I have had mine for about 3 months and I've really gotten fond of this little machine. I'm a self taught welder with only about 4 years of off and on experience but this welder has really made me more confident. It's just fun to work with!!!

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  4 місяці тому +1

      Right on, thanks!

  • @freebased1780
    @freebased1780 2 місяці тому +3

    Happily subscribed, as a new welder myself, you've given me many tips and tricks, and helped my confidence somewhat in how I approach my work as a welder, thank you, I have another friend who LITTERLY started welding a week ago and I sent him a link to your videos, and he said " I like this guy because he helps make welding not some big and scary ordeal, it's a job"

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  2 місяці тому +1

      Awesome, thank you!

  • @ELEMENTUSA620
    @ELEMENTUSA620 4 місяці тому +5

    Used it today to repair some horse corrals on my dads ranch and man I love this little welder and I use a miller tech at work I’d definitely recommend this to anyone new or experienced super convenient for home and field work can weld 1/4” steel no problem!!

  • @jeffreysnethen9586
    @jeffreysnethen9586 4 місяці тому +15

    bought one when they first came out, ran it hard could never trip the duty cycle, can't remember how many spools I went thru but it was a lot building fences, repairs & a balcony build, finally last year I burned up the gun, the welder still fires up if I knew how to replace or repair the gun I would, probably going to buy a new one, the last one went thru hell for the $ a great product!

  • @shredderdad6995
    @shredderdad6995 2 місяці тому +3

    Thank you for the excellent video on this little work horse. Buying one next week. 🤙🏾🔥🔥🔥

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  2 місяці тому +1

      Right on, thanks!

  • @mxcurtis978
    @mxcurtis978 Місяць тому

    I picked one up recently. Coming from stick welding and mig with gas I was surprised at the good quality of this machine with flux core! It’s perfect for my outdoor use, I do exhaust work and can mount chops on Tacomas and it’s perfect. Can’t beat the price!

  • @mykneeshurt8393
    @mykneeshurt8393 4 місяці тому +2

    Really nice video explanation. Nice job.

  • @wyattflp6163
    @wyattflp6163 Місяць тому +3

    Great video man, thank you!

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  Місяць тому +2

      Right on, thanks!

  • @rocapchanell995
    @rocapchanell995 Місяць тому

    Thanks for tips !

  • @Makl2000
    @Makl2000 4 місяці тому +5

    Whoa, I’m feeling the slander only 15 seconds into the video. Walk of shame? I love HF. Walk out with half a lifetimes worth of tools for the price of a snapon socket set.

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  4 місяці тому +1

      I shouldn't have said it like that since I do love HF as well!

  • @Miguel-ot6qp
    @Miguel-ot6qp 4 місяці тому +2

    Do one on the DuraTech 140Amp 3-In-1

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  4 місяці тому +1

      I'll have to add that one to the list! Thanks!

  • @Pete217
    @Pete217 23 дні тому

    Does this just plug into a regular house wall outlet?

  • @chrisevans6471
    @chrisevans6471 4 місяці тому +3

    I just bought one of these two weeks ago and your setting on the machine are different than mine. I have no 3/16 settings for .030 wire.

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  4 місяці тому +2

      I'll have to double check on mine, I thought they had the same sticker but maybe they changed the settings a bit.

  • @Derpherppington
    @Derpherppington 4 місяці тому +2

    What did they tweaked? Looks like same as before. And why doesn’t mig170 doesn’t have wire feed button this flux cord does.

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  4 місяці тому +2

      I should not have said tweaked since that makes it sound like there are differences in the machine itself but from what I can tell it is only consumables that they changed. Not sure why the other Titaniums don't have a cold feed button, in reality since most my other machines don't have it i always forget and just pull the trigger.

  • @user-zw2qq2wo1x
    @user-zw2qq2wo1x 2 місяці тому +1

    Can you plug/ use this regular house outlet??

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  2 місяці тому +3

      Yep, this one uses regular 120 house power. Only thing you need to watch for is if you are running on max settings you'll need a 20 amp breaker.

  • @compasslife6658
    @compasslife6658 2 місяці тому +1

    New subscriber here...
    Any idea what size generator needed to run this 125?

    • @opa_plays_mw5318
      @opa_plays_mw5318 2 місяці тому +1

      Able to handle a 20amp draw at 110v - 2200w minimum, 2500w better.

    • @compasslife6658
      @compasslife6658 2 місяці тому

      @opa_plays_mw5318 thank you!

  • @dorunechita9699
    @dorunechita9699 Місяць тому

    I have one like this , has a light indicator light on, but doesn’t work
    Somebody can tell me what’s wrong with this?
    Thank you

  • @scottjune3554
    @scottjune3554 4 місяці тому +1

    Yep all I use for cords are 10 gage

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  4 місяці тому +1

      Right on, haven't had any issues running it with mine, should have also mentioned it's a 25' cord.

  • @_schxzo_
    @_schxzo_ 4 місяці тому +2

    Gonna buy one just to practice but I wanna know if I need gas for it?

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  4 місяці тому +1

      No gas, this one is a flux core wire only machine.

    • @noahingram8052
      @noahingram8052 4 місяці тому

      No

    • @harryschneider9845
      @harryschneider9845 4 місяці тому +1

      but u should make sure u got 20 or better a 25amp breaker

  • @erazco6568
    @erazco6568 3 місяці тому +1

    The feeder wheel has to be flipped over if your using 0.035 wire it’s marked you will see it when you take it off

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  3 місяці тому +1

      True, make sure it has the correct roller.

  • @napolitano915
    @napolitano915 10 днів тому +1

    Could I weld a fence with this machine?

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  8 днів тому +2

      As long as it's 3/16" or thinner than yes. Do be careful since most metal fence is galvanized. That smoke is on another level and will do damage if not wearing a respirator even outside.

  • @magnoliathebus
    @magnoliathebus 4 місяці тому +2

    But what did they change?

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  4 місяці тому +2

      I should not have said tweaked since that makes it sound like there are differences in the machine itself but from what I can tell it is only consumables that they changed.

  • @parf487
    @parf487 3 місяці тому +1

    How to set up for sheet metal ?
    Car repair.

  • @tickleevergreen9418
    @tickleevergreen9418 Місяць тому

    Spend more than 25 on a sheild

  • @dbgetsblocks9713
    @dbgetsblocks9713 2 місяці тому +1

    Bro walk of shame fuck no harbor freight actually sells good shit now and Ik I own snapon pretty much everything

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  2 місяці тому +2

      I've done some deep diving into Harbor Freight, their tool quality, and marketing recently (after this video) and I have to agree. HF has done a 180 from 10 years ago and are actually putting out decent stuff.

    • @arfreeman11
      @arfreeman11 2 місяці тому

      I agree with this on many things. I used their 1/2 and 3/8 impact sockets for over a decade in a shop. I had to replace the 19mm after about 10 years because I cracked it getting a swollen lug nut out of it. HF didn't even hesitate. Their warranty doesn't technically cover commercial use, but they didn't even ask. I was in uniform.
      Their titanium welders are all known to be good quality.
      I've been abusing their 23 gallon air compressor for over a decade. My jack is about the same age.
      The only tool I've managed to kill is a high speed air grinder that I probably could have fixed, but it was cheap to replace.

  • @ADro-sd7lc
    @ADro-sd7lc 4 місяці тому +1

    .😂mcdonalds

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  4 місяці тому +1

      Eating a mcmuffin right now!