Probably the best review of this welder on UA-cam. Thanks for your time and efforts....very informational. Now I have a few questions if you don't mind. I've contacted you before on this, but will try again since the company still insists we can use flux core wire to mig weld with only and air source, no gas. I received my welder today, 2/25/2023, and I never welded before. I notice in one porton of this review of yours you said you needed gas to mig weld, but I contacted the company and they said you can use your air compressor also. Hopefully that is true. Second, I don't have a real "shop" set up like a lot of guys, so we only have 120V 20 amp breaker on the capped garage outlets where I would be using this, if I keep it. Can I get by with that, or would I have to go through the trouble of putting in new wire, breaker, outlet etc? Hopefully not. It's about a 45 yard reach from the breaker panel to the garage area in our lower level. I definitely wouldn't be using it for long periods of time I doubt, and probably lnot a lot in general. I understand you probably are not an electrician but figure your experience will be able to guide me in the right direction. If I did have to put in a new breaker, wire and outlet, what would be suggested? I'm assuming a 220V line with a 30 or 35 amp breaker and outlet? Hopefully you can answer this. I have checked online everywhere to find out what set up to use and can't find a decent answer. Even the company isn't sure from what I've expericed so far. Asked them and the guy replying says he's not an electrician and he would ask his "experts", but still haven't heard anything. Kind of frustrating. Anyway, your help would be appreciated. Thanks a lot. Craig
You can flux core (FCAW) with no gas and no air. It’s essentially MIG welding without out gas. To MIG you will need a shielding gas either CO2 or Argon/CO2. MIG uses a solid wire and flux core isn’t solid and is coated in its own shielding flux. As for the power 220 volts will always be better but with a 20 amp breaker on 110 you should be good!
@@BuiltForDirt Ok, thanks a lot. I may hang onto it and give it a try then. I really appreciate you replying so fast. Keep up the good work on your videos. Take care for now and thanks again.
Thanks for these reviews! I saw your yeswelder reviews and they've been on serious discount on Amazon - it would cost about $650 for the Pro and DS cutter at this point...but I'm curious about your hands on experience with those compared to this SSimder. And if you'd have any comments on functionality of having two different units vs the all in one. Thanks again!
The operation and setup on both welders is very similar. The only benefit to having multiple machines is you don’t have to swap anything over from one process to the other. Having the capability to MIG, Stick, TIG, and plasma cut in one small machine and it’s dual voltage is very convenient. It’s an impressive small machine!
Nice work on this review it was very informative. I went ahead and ordered this welder from Ssmider a week ago and they have not responded to any emails I have sent them.
Question: i received an email when this project was kickstarted. I saw their videos and in one i see a guy pick up the machine with one hand very easily. Then I read it weighs 11 pounds. Do you think this is because it has cheap parts? I have an older Miller 211MVP that weighs 75 pounds. I do realize new miller welder are much smaller and weigh less but they do weigh more than these compact welder. Whats your take?
Great informational video. Thanks. I never welded before and ordered one of these. Hopefully coming in March. I noticed watching the video you said there is a "gas" hookup. Do I have to have gas to mig weld with this machine? Never knew that. Was hoping I could use my air compressor. Guess I should do some studying...LOL. Thanks again. Craig
You will need shielding gas for mig welding. Most people use CO2 or a CO2 and Argon mix. You use the same port for the air compressor when plasma cutting. I always say the best investment you can make is in yourself and picking up a welding machine and learning a new skill is so much fun and very rewarding. -TJ
@@BuiltForDirtmaybe I misheard what you said about the fitting for compressed air for plasma, it sounded like you said that is the same place you would hook up argon for tig. A separate hook up for mig shielding gas. Which is it?
Just checked out Kickstarter and was trying to figure out how you go about buying 1 of these machines. Any help would be appreciated. And yes I did buy a gray stretched Sami...
On the Kickstarter page you click back this project and make sure you donate $549 or more and that gets you one welder, $579 gets you the welder plus extra consumables, $749 gets the welder consumables gloves and helmet and goes up from there.
What is the minimum power outlet/breaker you need for this? The manufacturer is giving me some crazy numbers. I'm in an apartment so can't really wire in anything special.
I’d have to double check to be certain but I think it’s a 1-10 for wire speed and you can adjust the voltage separately. I believe the sample MIG that I ran was at 17.4 volts and 7 wire speed.
A couple of thoughts.... first question is how the heck did you get one since they aren't even in production for sale yet? Or am I mistaken? I've already pledged on KS and hoping they can meet the expected delivery date. One thing you should point out for those that may not be that familiar with KS and crowdfunding is that it's only a pledge and there's no guarantee they'll even get a machine after they plunk their money down. I realize that S Simder is not likely to fail as they are an already established welding machine manufacturer and that's why I wasn't leery to put up my money. I had hoped that you would've demoed the pulse mig function welding aluminum as this is one main reason the machine interests me. Thanks for your efforts! It looks like you could use one of those inexpensive Chinese diesel heaters in your shop 😆
Great question! Simder reached out and sent me a demo unit to test. As for being on Kickstarter I wouldn’t worry about them not making the machine. It’s fully backed and they are definitely producing them. I actually just got a diesel heater and have been testing it and it helps a lot!
Appreciate the video. I am brand new to welding and I have one of these machines on the way hopefully soon. Just waiting for it to ship. One thing that I find a bit challenging is the manual seems to be extremely lacking important information. Especially for a newb like me. Of all of the welds you did in this video here which ones did you use gas? What would be your recommendation on how to learn about each type of welding this machine can do? I'm going to poke around your channel to see if you have some "how to's" and subscribe of course :) I have a 3lb air compressor for cutting. What gas should I pick up if any at all? I don't plan on welding a ton but more for hobby and projects here and there. I'm a tinkerer kind of dude. Lastly, my first project, I am going to be welding some 1/4" 4x6 little pieces of steel to the bottom of my Casita trailer for scissor jacks. What weld process would you recommend for this? I appreciate you taking the time to make this video. It was extremely helpful.
As far as learning goes there are tons of great how to videos on UA-cam already. I would definitely recommend getting a 100% CO2 bottle to start for MIG welding. It’s the easiest to use and will be perfect for your trailer project. After you get better switch to a 75/25 argon/co2 mix but to start just CO2 is cheaper. Start with MIG first it’s the easiest but very versatile and probably the most used process. Then play with stick welding with some different rods and then once you feel confident with both those then try the TIG if your feeling up for the challenge. You will need 100% argon for the TIG
@@BuiltForDirt Thank you. Can't say that enough. Thank you. So I rented a gas less MIG welder from HD to do a repair on my gate. Didn't go well. I also didn't clean up the metal/steel at all, most likely most of my problems. So MIG and with gas is the ticket. Are there different sizes of gas cylinders to get for welding? What would you recommend for a hobbyist that might not be using it much?
Yes they have 80CF tanks which are about 3’ tall. They hold a decent amount and are easy enough to move if you don’t have a rolling cart for your machine. They have smaller sizes but I wouldn’t go smaller than that or you will be filling quite often.
@@BuiltForDirt did you get any shipping info or tracking info at all. I just donated a few hours ago and got the email for the donation but nothing besides that. Did it just show up to you out of no where?
Buy a extracion fan for the back off that box, ive got copd from welding many years. It so bad for your lungs, i might need a lung transplant if i get worse :o{
Wow i am so sorry. I am 51 and maybe 10 years ago is when i started taking care of myself when working on cars. I sand blasted parts of cars and did not know about silicosis. I dont think am sick but did experience lung issues like asthma all the time i went to the doc and he said i am ok. I hope everything works out for you. Our hobbies sometimes are so much fun we forget to take care of ourselves. Hope you will be fine, let us know.
Oh I’m sorry I didn’t specify with main or common types of welding. No this machine can’t do Oxy Acetylene, Plastic, Submerged Arc, Friction, Explosion, or Laser welding. Thanks for watching though.
Ssimder 4050 Pro......Warning to all,if the machine blows up (in my case) they wont replace it and will stop a communications with you...Jason Yang is their service guy but he'll stop communication with you. Ive sent a video that he asked for of the machine smoking and shutting down and bricked itself 2 1/2 months ago and said they would send a new one to me (SD 4050 Pro) I sked for a tracking number and hasnt bothered to send one to me and has stopped replying to his emails. Fukk Ssimder, im going to find every review,blog and video and welding group and warn everyone! Dont mess with an Aussie we get revenge!
Very good review I just bought the new 2024 model of this welder waiting for it to ship
Awesome let me know what you think of it after you try it out
How is it?? Would you recommend it?
Thanks for cranking out this review, I'm sure you worked overtime to get it done. Looking to press purchase on a welder for a long time.
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the good review. After watching you work with the machine I decided to buy this for my first one.
How is it for you?? Would you still recommend it?
Great work! Thank you so much for the review!
Happy to help!
I would quite like to know where I can get hold of one of these welders? (to use and review).
@@BensWorkshopamazon
Probably the best review of this welder on UA-cam. Thanks for your time and efforts....very informational.
Now I have a few questions if you don't mind. I've contacted you before on this, but will try again since the company still insists we can use flux core wire to mig weld with only and air source, no gas.
I received my welder today, 2/25/2023, and I never welded before. I notice in one porton of this review of yours you said you needed gas to mig weld, but I contacted the company and they said you can use your air compressor also. Hopefully that is true.
Second, I don't have a real "shop" set up like a lot of guys, so we only have 120V 20 amp breaker on the capped garage outlets where I would be using this, if I keep it. Can I get by with that, or would I have to go through the trouble of putting in new wire, breaker, outlet etc? Hopefully not. It's about a 45 yard reach from the breaker panel to the garage area in our lower level. I definitely wouldn't be using it for long periods of time I doubt, and probably lnot a lot in general.
I understand you probably are not an electrician but figure your experience will be able to guide me in the right direction.
If I did have to put in a new breaker, wire and outlet, what would be suggested? I'm assuming a 220V line with a 30 or 35 amp breaker and outlet? Hopefully you can answer this. I have checked online everywhere to find out what set up to use and can't find a decent answer. Even the company isn't sure from what I've expericed so far. Asked them and the guy replying says he's not an electrician and he would ask his "experts", but still haven't heard anything. Kind of frustrating.
Anyway, your help would be appreciated.
Thanks a lot.
Craig
You can flux core (FCAW) with no gas and no air. It’s essentially MIG welding without out gas.
To MIG you will need a shielding gas either CO2 or Argon/CO2. MIG uses a solid wire and flux core isn’t solid and is coated in its own shielding flux.
As for the power 220 volts will always be better but with a 20 amp breaker on 110 you should be good!
@@BuiltForDirt Ok, thanks a lot. I may hang onto it and give it a try then. I really appreciate you replying so fast. Keep up the good work on your videos. Take care for now and thanks again.
Boss of a video man very informative
Thank you!
Thanks for these reviews! I saw your yeswelder reviews and they've been on serious discount on Amazon - it would cost about $650 for the Pro and DS cutter at this point...but I'm curious about your hands on experience with those compared to this SSimder. And if you'd have any comments on functionality of having two different units vs the all in one. Thanks again!
The operation and setup on both welders is very similar. The only benefit to having multiple machines is you don’t have to swap anything over from one process to the other.
Having the capability to MIG, Stick, TIG, and plasma cut in one small machine and it’s dual voltage is very convenient. It’s an impressive small machine!
@@BuiltForDirt thanks a bunch for the reply!
Nice work on this review it was very informative. I went ahead and ordered this welder from Ssmider a week ago and they have not responded to any emails I have sent them.
That’s odd about the emails but I’m glad my video was able to help!
I just got a response from them.
You got an extraction fan in that container?
Few extra box fans I use to move the air out
It’s so compact 👏🏽
Yes very small and light weight is a huge plus for the machine!
I'm thinking about pulling the trigger on this welder and was wondering how the welder is holding up long term?
I just bought the 2024 model, how is yours holding up and have you used it a lot?
Still holding up good. Not used a ton but used a decent amount.
Question: i received an email when this project was kickstarted. I saw their videos and in one i see a guy pick up the machine with one hand very easily. Then I read it weighs 11 pounds.
Do you think this is because it has cheap parts? I have an older Miller 211MVP that weighs 75 pounds. I do realize new miller welder are much smaller and weigh less but they do weigh more than these compact welder. Whats your take?
Thanks dor the review.
No problem!
Were you using 110 or 220 volts during this review i may have missed it if you said it.
Great informational video. Thanks.
I never welded before and ordered one of these. Hopefully coming in March.
I noticed watching the video you said there is a "gas" hookup. Do I have to have gas to mig weld with this machine? Never knew that. Was hoping I could use my air compressor. Guess I should do some studying...LOL.
Thanks again.
Craig
You will need shielding gas for mig welding. Most people use CO2 or a CO2 and Argon mix.
You use the same port for the air compressor when plasma cutting.
I always say the best investment you can make is in yourself and picking up a welding machine and learning a new skill is so much fun and very rewarding.
-TJ
@@BuiltForDirtmaybe I misheard what you said about the fitting for compressed air for plasma, it sounded like you said that is the same place you would hook up argon for tig. A separate hook up for mig shielding gas. Which is it?
Great review 👏 👌 👍
High frequency start went out and simder not getting back about warranty problem it's been 2 weeks. Beware of warrenty
Wait :- you bought this , you have it??🤔
What is the minimum amps to run the machine on 220? What CFM is required for cutting operations? I am looking to power with my gas generator.
Not sure what the specs are on the new model but this is the new one www.ssimder.com/products/upgraded-sd4050pro-2024-welder-cutter
Did you do this review on 110? Just purchased this unit and looking to get a small generator to run it. Any suggestions
I believe this was done on 220. I did use it on 110 on a 20 amp breaker and didn’t have any issue
A generator will break all the inside components with its dirty electricity.
Just checked out Kickstarter and was trying to figure out how you go about buying 1 of these machines. Any help would be appreciated. And yes I did buy a gray stretched Sami...
On the Kickstarter page you click back this project and make sure you donate $549 or more and that gets you one welder, $579 gets you the welder plus extra consumables, $749 gets the welder consumables gloves and helmet and goes up from there.
@@BuiltForDirt how do I click on the Kickstarter page and get that and get his price discount?
@cliffmiller3802 I believe the kickstarter is over so no discount you just have to buy it from them directly
What is the minimum power outlet/breaker you need for this? The manufacturer is giving me some crazy numbers. I'm in an apartment so can't really wire in anything special.
I’ve ran it on a 20 amp breaker for 110 volts and 30 amp breaker for 220 volts with no issues.
Can the plasma cutter on this unit use air instead of gas ?
The plasma cutter uses air not gas.
I'm a very armature TIG welder. I would think not having a foot pedal would be difficult for someone like me.
Yeah not having the foot pedal is one less thing to worry about and probably good for learning
Is it spool gun ready?
Can this tig weld aluminum.
Where do you buy them from 😊in Australia??😊
Is the plasma cutter pilot arc?
It has a pilot arc yes
Great video, what size Mig wire can be used with it.
I believe it comes with rollers for .030 and .035
What is the range of the wire feed speed? Wire speed and amp can be independent adjusted?
I’d have to double check to be certain but I think it’s a 1-10 for wire speed and you can adjust the voltage separately. I believe the sample MIG that I ran was at 17.4 volts and 7 wire speed.
A couple of thoughts.... first question is how the heck did you get one since they aren't even in production for sale yet? Or am I mistaken? I've already pledged on KS and hoping they can meet the expected delivery date. One thing you should point out for those that may not be that familiar with KS and crowdfunding is that it's only a pledge and there's no guarantee they'll even get a machine after they plunk their money down. I realize that S Simder is not likely to fail as they are an already established welding machine manufacturer and that's why I wasn't leery to put up my money. I had hoped that you would've demoed the pulse mig function welding aluminum as this is one main reason the machine interests me. Thanks for your efforts! It looks like you could use one of those inexpensive Chinese diesel heaters in your shop 😆
Great question! Simder reached out and sent me a demo unit to test. As for being on Kickstarter I wouldn’t worry about them not making the machine. It’s fully backed and they are definitely producing them.
I actually just got a diesel heater and have been testing it and it helps a lot!
Marketing ploy
@@BuiltForDirt did you happen to try the pulse mig function on aluminum?
Not yet. I need to pick up some aluminum wire and give it a go.
@@BuiltForDirt Is the pulse double pulse or single? Can you control the frequency? Try it on some thin aluminum. Will be really interested to see.
hi thank you for this nice review please let me know the price and where i can buy it and if any discount coupon ?
thank you.
g.
Link is in the description and no coupon code that I am aware of
@@BuiltForDirt how can I get the discount kickstart price for this welder?
Appreciate the video. I am brand new to welding and I have one of these machines on the way hopefully soon. Just waiting for it to ship. One thing that I find a bit challenging is the manual seems to be extremely lacking important information. Especially for a newb like me. Of all of the welds you did in this video here which ones did you use gas?
What would be your recommendation on how to learn about each type of welding this machine can do? I'm going to poke around your channel to see if you have some "how to's" and subscribe of course :)
I have a 3lb air compressor for cutting. What gas should I pick up if any at all? I don't plan on welding a ton but more for hobby and projects here and there. I'm a tinkerer kind of dude.
Lastly, my first project, I am going to be welding some 1/4" 4x6 little pieces of steel to the bottom of my Casita trailer for scissor jacks. What weld process would you recommend for this?
I appreciate you taking the time to make this video. It was extremely helpful.
As far as learning goes there are tons of great how to videos on UA-cam already.
I would definitely recommend getting a 100% CO2 bottle to start for MIG welding. It’s the easiest to use and will be perfect for your trailer project.
After you get better switch to a 75/25 argon/co2 mix but to start just CO2 is cheaper.
Start with MIG first it’s the easiest but very versatile and probably the most used process. Then play with stick welding with some different rods and then once you feel confident with both those then try the TIG if your feeling up for the challenge. You will need 100% argon for the TIG
@@BuiltForDirt Thank you. Can't say that enough. Thank you.
So I rented a gas less MIG welder from HD to do a repair on my gate. Didn't go well. I also didn't clean up the metal/steel at all, most likely most of my problems. So MIG and with gas is the ticket. Are there different sizes of gas cylinders to get for welding? What would you recommend for a hobbyist that might not be using it much?
Yes they have 80CF tanks which are about 3’ tall. They hold a decent amount and are easy enough to move if you don’t have a rolling cart for your machine. They have smaller sizes but I wouldn’t go smaller than that or you will be filling quite often.
@@BuiltForDirt right on. I appreciate the advice and guidance. Thanks.
Will it tig aluminum
No DC only for TIG. Can MIG aluminum though.
Can this tig aluminium?
Unfortunately no but it can MIG aluminum
I'm interested can you get ahold of me
How long did it take to ship to you?
Only a few days
@@BuiltForDirt did you get any shipping info or tracking info at all. I just donated a few hours ago and got the email for the donation but nothing besides that. Did it just show up to you out of no where?
If you check the Kickstarter page it says estimated delivery as March
Buy a extracion fan for the back off that box, ive got copd from welding many years. It so bad for your lungs, i might need a lung transplant if i get worse :o{
I have a lot of fans I use appreciate your concern.
Wow i am so sorry. I am 51 and maybe 10 years ago is when i started taking care of myself when working on cars. I sand blasted parts of cars and did not know about silicosis. I dont think am sick but did experience lung issues like asthma all the time i went to the doc and he said i am ok.
I hope everything works out for you. Our hobbies sometimes are so much fun we forget to take care of ourselves. Hope you will be fine, let us know.
All the processes of welding? Explosion welding? Did I miss the explosion?
Oh I’m sorry I didn’t specify with main or common types of welding. No this machine can’t do Oxy Acetylene, Plastic, Submerged Arc, Friction, Explosion, or Laser welding. Thanks for watching though.
@@BuiltForDirt omg! I have already ordered it! Basically I bought a $800 paperweight. It will make copies and has a decent fax?
@robertmurphy6566 👍
Didnt even show how to set up the tig…
Tbf it comes with super easy to follow instructions so if you get one you will be fine
Ssimder 4050 Pro......Warning to all,if the machine blows up (in my case) they wont replace it and will stop a communications with you...Jason Yang is their service guy but he'll stop communication with you. Ive sent a video that he asked for of the machine smoking and shutting down and bricked itself 2 1/2 months ago and said they would send a new one to me (SD 4050 Pro) I sked for a tracking number and hasnt bothered to send one to me and has stopped replying to his emails. Fukk Ssimder, im going to find every review,blog and video and welding group and warn everyone! Dont mess with an Aussie we get revenge!
Why didn't you do spray pulse on aluminum you have pure argon