Privacy Statement - Allow unit to cool with fan On (see Section 4-6). Is anybody aware of any videos that they consider to be excellent? What kind of work do you plan on doing. A student now but really want to weld everyday. I will give your settings a try. The subreddit for welders, machinists and all other enthusiasts of joining two things together. That way I can really focus the arc. For details, refer to Miller's True Blue warranty statement. Foot pedal, or torch switch? Not to be a necro poster, but this thread is very high in google searches while trying to solve issues with my Dynasty 200dx. A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com. Use proper size and type of weld cable (see Section 5-3). Check and tighten all gas fittings (see Section 9-1). Does my local Yamaha dealership suck? I just found the answer, seems like a pretty common problem with these machines then.

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Allows meters to be calibrated for certification. Because of the ceriated is not ideal for aluminum, but pure tungsten is the best for aluminum. it kind of sputters when using hi freq, then finally catches. I have an inverter now and IMO I won't say the inverter is a better welder than a transformer, it's differentin a good way. Just sharpen it like you normally would with DC. We tried everything from changing tungsten and gas, and even having Miller come in and figure it out and nothing. Powered by mwForum 2.29.2 1999-2013 Markus Wichitill, Hello, I have had a Miller Dynasty for several years, and have had mixed success with welding aluminum in general. Contact Us - ver. By tensecond408 in forum Multi-Process Units (TIG,Stick,Plasma/MIG,TIG,Stick Combo units), By Effinay in forum TIG Welding (GTAW/GTAW-P), By trickbiker in forum Everlast Plasma Cutters (PAC), By trackmaster in forum Customer Testimonials, By Tony_F in forum Multi-Process Units (TIG,Stick,Plasma/MIG,TIG,Stick Combo units). The 280 doesn't run on 120. This website and its content is copyright of U-Beaut Enterprises. Registering will also stop those annoying popup link ads from Features 9 independent program memories that maintain/save your parameters. participate. id be surprised if it has 20 hours on it. If you ball them up the machine has trouble starting the arc I suspect many people are doing this out of old habbits.I would assume that is the case on the 300 dx inverter aswell but I'm not sure. he bought a modern dynasty 300 DX, his only invertor machine, and claims its junk, cant stand up to their workload (which is mostly 3/16 or less actually) and shuts down frequently. ill surely make an offer before i try to convince the old man its a great machine. at school they are teaching me to always ball the end of the tungsten. On A/C, the grind angle doesn't affect the shape of the arc too much. Yes, Appleton was first rate when I was there. Up until this weekend, I had been pretty sure that I had a nice machine, and that almost all of the fault fell on my lack of experience. I mean if I was you and did not have any one controlling my money (wife,etc.) The dynasty is better unit when it comes to doing aluminium. I can't tell you the number of times I've heard that from customers over one issue or the other, and then it turned out to be something in the settings or the environment. and if you cant ball the tungsten how do u weld on aluminum? The portability and the AC control will be exactly what you need for doing handrails. The following errors occurred with your submission. : 3.3.x, Tig welding tips, questions, equipment, applications, instructions, techniques, tig welding machines, troubleshooting tig welding process.

Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check fan motor. THIS IS YOUR FIRST VISIT - PLEASE NOTE: Yes but with an inverter machine that is able to adjust the hertz you are able to keep a sharp tip while welding aluminum. High-frequency arc starter for non-contact arc initiation. Ya I guess I need to lower it. I probably missed it as well. It is a wonderful machine. Contact a Factory Authorized Service Agent if display shows after weld output connections have been. So based on this I would go with the dynasty.

I have a 200dx , many people have smoked them because people tried using a balled tungsten. Yes, the person was willing to take the Dynasty 200 DX off my hands for about the amount that a base non-inverter unit would cost. Long arc, short arc, heliarc and in-the-dark! Contact a Factory Authorized Service Agent. I'm assuming the material is pretty clean. Have you tried millerwelds.com, they have some GTAW videos last I looked.

All rights reserved. If using remote control, be sure correct process is enabled to provide output control at Remote 14. receptacle (see Section 5-4 as applicable). then I would pick up a dynasty 400 for the heck of it but I guess you really dont need that and if we all had a little more money wed buy a dyansty 700 and a pipeworx just to say we did and to weld with 700 amps on aluminum or 400 amps on Mig/Mag with 100% duty cycle. Well wish I had the balls to spend that kind of money on a machine. You decide. If you want an awesome machine implementing new technology that blows Syncrowave technology out of the water, get the Dynasty. Press J to jump to the feed. I'd have one in my shop if I could afford it! Contact factory if display re-. Power source cooling system operates only when needed - reducing noise, energy use and the amount of contaminants pulled through the machine. If youre doing a pile of mobile aluminium repair then go with the dynasty. This feature preserves your tungsten and prevents porosity. Got used to it now, does it since new, but its' really annoying. or Isn't the tungsten supposed to be rounded not sharp with aluminum? You mention expanding 'your operation' and that, together with what you are considering spending, seems to point to you being a commercial fabricator? Stay tuned for others comments, I believe they will likely echo what I've included here. a full time welding shop, guy has been a self employed welder for 40 years now and owns 3 old syncrowave 300's that weld 45 hours a week, he has had them since new 20 years ago. Contact a Factory Authorized Service Agent if display shows after a software update is performed. If you do need the ability to run on 120, then you'll have to drop to the Dynasty 210DX. or higher some machines have it backwards. The first inverter machine I ever used was made in 1991. Also the dyansty will have a smaller electrical footprint due to it being an inverter. Not being too familiar with the Dynasty, I have not veered far from the generic settings that were listed in the operator's manual. 6-7 years on our first couple 300dxs and never had a prob. Most of the aluminum that I weld consists of small things, and nothing is over 1/8" thick. If you are looking for a very portable machine, then the dyansty. We had the older Dynasty 250s. Will take a look. I had a 200 and it had to go because of the power consumption. Educated guess. If you are doing a lot of pulse work then the dyansty. There have been some decent videos on how to fillet weld aluminum using TIG on Youtube. You may need a bit of help to figure out how to fully utilize all of the functions and capabilities of your machine, but I don't believe I would buy into his particular line of thinking. Thanks for the quick replies. Everlast Tig Welders, Welders, Plasma Cutter, MIG Arc, Diesel Generators, If this is your first visit, be sure to someone told me the miller dynasty 300dx was junk today! Also, the arc seems to wander a bit during the fillet welding process. 325 Arc starting issues, spudders on hi freq.

I have welders in their early 20s working here that have never used a transformer welder! I will mainly be doing shop work on custom aluminun/steel hand rails. If you are going to need a lot of control of your arc then it is a definite must for accuracy.But 8,000 dollars is a lot of cash. How can you rule out these settings and stuff without presenting them? Welding articles from Professionals (knowledge database). If the blunt is not big enough in diameter to carry the current level, the arc will ride up the sides and then flare out. Clean and tighten all weld connections (see Section 9-1). I'm not really buying it. Place line disconnect switch in On position (see Section 5-15). The material has a machined finish and is very clean so zero issue there. You don't ball it on an inverter machine. they bought new and hardly used it. Greg. check out the. depending on what materials you're welding you may need the output buy might have to sacrifice the water cooled torch. I would use thoriated tungsten my first year at my university program and would get the same thing then I switched to pure and never got it again, also pure tungsten is pretty cheap. Automated welding system (CNC), Submerged ARC, etc. Pure hold a ball end the best and is only recommended for AC. He suggested getting rid of the Dynasty, and getting a basic machine instead. I hope to make it to Lincoln sometime in the future.. gotta do a side by side comparison you know! It obviously is not looking to sharp. The Dynasty line of inverter tigs is among a group of machines that will produce extremely sound welds on all different grades of aluminum. Thank you, Greg, Hello Greg, I wouldn't be too hasty in getting rid of this machine. He said the balance at 75 is optimal and it will help the tungsten remain sharp. Tips & Tricks, Custom Tools, Safety, Ideas and Reviews. With this new machine I plan to get into repairing friends aluminum boats as another source of income. From what I was told, was the internal arc would create some metal transfer over time inside the tube and would erode and start would weaken. Any thoughts? With the budget you have expressed, you can not go wrong with the Dynasty. The balance at 75 should not do that. My local welding supply isn't much help as they still order over the phone and are not online. Want to learn everything about everything.

The Dynesty is alot more portable , doesn't need the amperage to run and won't put you in the poor house with electrical costs. Honda and Acura Model-Specific Technical Forums, Honda and Acura Appearance / Cosmetic Forums. I've used the dynasty 300, and it's by far the nicest welder i've ever used. However, if I were purchasing a Tig machine today, it would be a Dynasty. If so is this pulse needed very frequent. I used one for 3 years and they are great for welding thinner materials and making smaller welds because you can adjust your frequency. Advertising - Youmust That is definitely not normal. A software update may be required (see Section 6-1, Software Updates). If you want proven reliability, go with a Syncrowave. The recommended setting is 75. Welders of Oz - Triple Eight Race Engineering, A welded-on reputation for quality with Millers Dynasty & Maxstar TIG Range, Bonus WIA Safety Pack - Promo Ended, Redemptions Closed, WIA introduces Weldarc 200i DC for Professional TIG Welders, First Class Welds, Miller Style: Dynasty and Maxstar Series. Try making the en and ep equal and keep balance at 75. Want to become a knower of all and master of none. The model that I have is a smaller one - the Dynasty 200 DX.

What settings are you using? When did you purchase it? Provides AC or DC arc initiation without the use of high frequency. Hello Henry, I see the "edit" now. Based on that information I would definitely go with the dynasty. We did have a problem that they seemed to be flawed when we were welding some 1.5 inch thick RT quality welds, they were failing due to tungsten inclusions. Do Not Sell My Personal Information -, By logging into your account, you agree to our, Location: not riding any bandwagons in, massachusetts, usa. Archive - I tried grinding different tip angles, but without any success. Cookie Policy - Check, repair, or replace remote control. I just assumed I could keep a fairly sharp point without it balling. Use properly prepared tungsten (see Section 12). An integrated 120-volt dedicated-use receptacle for the Coolmate 3.5. When welding aluminum your polarity is obviously AC with causes the tungsten the ball at the end. wow if a board costs 3k, how much does the whole machine cost? Best regards, Allan, Thanks for the settings advice. By chance was this individual interested in "taking it off your hands for you"?

Here are a couple of quick things to keep in mind. I have a SyncroWave 350. I have been using straight argon, and thoriated tungsten. Thanks for all the help so far. I will try some of the suggested settings, and try to simply get more experience with it overall. If you have a blunt end and keep a close arc length, the arc should come off the end of the blunt and not ride up the sides of the electrode. If your looking at something portable and depending on your requirements the 280 might not be the best choice. Check for proper input power connections (see Section 5-15). If something went wrong with a board, then why wasn't it warrantied? I think my 300dx is about 8 years old now, never skipped a beat, and its used for production. For aluminum I would recommend pure tungsten, that's the one with green on the end. We had a circuit for the foot pedal on out 250 go out and it was replaced under warranty. Although I lack the experience to say this with any degree of confidence, it seems as though there is a problem with the arc flaring out too much as you stated. Empty questions like this beg a smart answer. All of my work so far has been with the multimatic 200 on dc tig so the addition of welding on AC will be great. Thank you. its probably 3 years old now. I have been reviewing other threads and a new question popped into my head. Nor may you transmit it or store it in any other website or other form of electronic retrieval system. I have the fancy 325 tig welder, having arc starting problems. You have helped sway my decision to the Dynasty 280DX, once I get the machine set up I will post pictures(My garage is currently having the electrical service upgraded to circuit breakers instead of fusesfinally, I don't know where you live, but I buy my machines from, Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding, Tig Welding - Tig Welding Aluminum - Tig Welding Techniques - Aluminum Tig Welding, Mig and Flux Core - gas metal arc welding & flux cored arc welding, Stick Welding/Arc Welding - Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Welding Certification - Stick/Arc Welding, Tig Welding, Mig Welding Certification tests - Welding Tests of all kinds, Welding Projects - Welding project Ideas - Welding project plans, Welding Jobs - Industrial Welding Jobs - Pipe Welding Jobs - Tig Welding Jobs, Classifieds - Buy, Sell, Trade Used Welding Equipment, instructions how to enable JavaScript in your web browser, http://store.cyberweld.com/midy280ti901.html, http://www.lincolnelectric.com/assets/g mc1554.pdf. Use proper size tungsten (see Section 12). the miller dynasty is my favorite welder at school. You may not, except with our express written permission, distribute or commercially exploit the content.

Dynastys are awesome! We use cookies on our websites for a number of purposes, including analytics and performance, functionality and advertising. Miller rep came in and gave a bit of a demo and went over the features. Most of the problem may be that I am a hobbyist, and am not too practiced in the art of TIG welding. Protects internal electrical components from airborne contaminants, extending the product life. Thanks. * Indicates sense-voltage for Lift-Arc TIG and VRD stick. By meadow street in forum EBAY, GUMTREE, and other off forum sales sites, By stdperformance in forum METALWORK - Machinery, Equipment, MARKET. My plan is to start with a water cooled CK Torch(benchwork) and then use my currrent torch that was included with the multimatic for my offsite welding repairs. That would be a highly biased opinion on his part. Terms of Service -

I believe his statements might be based more on his being used to transformer/rectifier machines and possibly not having used the inverters enough to realize their potential. Hello Henry, not that I need to speak for Griff, but I believe he was referring to the OP's receipt of advice by the gentleman who owned a shop and told him of the inverter's lack of performance. 300s are so old school now. They are both great welders but.the Syncrowave needs like a 50 amp or better breaker, it eats electricity like you wouldn't believe and it weighs a ton. mains blank after a software update is performed. Thanks for all the responses. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. For starters I'm not particular to one brand or another the infamous Red/Blue discussion can be found elsewhere, Again you guys have been a big help. Unit overheated. Good luck and happy welding hope this helped. i've had the dynasty 200dx since it first came out and it has never given my any problems. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQoOP9DHJJQ, Everlast Announcements, Contests and Promotions, Multi-Process Units (TIG,Stick,Plasma/MIG,TIG,Stick Combo units). Your en and ep could be out of Wack. Copyright U-Beaut Enterprises 1999 - 2014. I bought mine used but I belive the inverters have a 3 year warrenty. Same features, less heat and duty than the 280. Only tried Youtube. Lol, inverters have only been out for 6 years? Any redistribution or reproduction of part or all of the contents in any form is prohibited other than the following: you may print or download to a local hard disk extracts for your personal and non-commercial use only you may copy the content to individual third parties for their personal use, but only if you acknowledge Woodwork Forums as the source of the material. Not to be a ass but your not correct about the sharp end when welding aluminum. The menu is straight forward but there are things you can change that will affect your welding that might lead to a time consuming troubleshooting to figure out whats wrong. You may want to watch some videos about the syncrowave because sometimes the arcs are very different on an inverter than a tranformer.



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