Lincoln Electric 125HD WeldPak
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| Owner/Loaner | Dan Meyer |
|---|---|
| Serial Number | M3090409459 |
| Make/Model | Lincoln Electric 125HD WeldPak |
| Arrival Date | 2009 |
| Usability | yes |
| Contact | Dan Meyer |
| Where | Removed |
| Authorization Needed | yes |
| Hackable | no |
| Estimated Value | $400 |
| Host Area | Hot Metals |
Hot Metals Area
https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Category:Hot_Metals
Equipment
This is an abbreviated list of welding equipment, but it hits the high points and covers the major welding capabilities:
- https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Lincoln_Electric_3200HD
- https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Miller_Dynasty_280DX
- https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Miller_Spectrum_2050
- https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Millermatic_252
- https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Spot_Welder
Discussion
For safety tips and a general operational overview, see the article on PS1's MIG welders.
Status
The Lincoln Electric 125HD is no longer at the space but see above list of welders that are, and a link to the Hot Metals area that has a more complete list of hot metals equipment.
How to get authorized
Check the calendar for events related to welding, particularly for Hot Metals office hours. https://pumpingstationone.org/events/ Contact the Hot Metals area host or volunteer authorizers. https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Category:Hot_Metals
Use
Flux core or gas shielded welding of steel. Welding of aluminum with the use of the spool gun.
Notes
For use of the spool gun RTFM. aluminum requires use of argon as the shielding gas. The spool gun is in the black case on top of the grinder bench shelf (manual is inside case), it is set up to work once you RTFM.
For regular Mig welding the knurled drive roller is intended for flux core only and seems to grind some material off the wire. This will be a maintenance issue for the gun liner and I recommend we use the knurled drive only when necessary. The 125HD is configured for use with mild steel.
Accessories
Additional wire drive wheels and the large spool adapter are inside the case.
This tool may require training to be used correctly.
Training Resources
Links:
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Gas metal arc welding
- Flux Cored Welding Basics
- Welding Tips and Tricks for Lincoln Mig and Flux Core Welders
- 20 Best Mig Tips
- MIG Welding Basics for Farm and Automotive Repairs
- WELD-PAK® 125HD 120/1/60 Information
- WELD-PAK® 125HD Manual
- MAGNUM® 100SG Spool Gun Manual
- Arc Welding Safety
- Welding Safety Tips AKA how not to kill your ass!
- Intro Portable POWER MIG® Family
- POWER MIG® Quick Start, Pt 1
- POWER MIG® Quick Start, Pt 2
Suggested Personal Equipment and Supplies
| Item | Description | Supplier | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| KH643 | Lincoln Electric Premium Leather Welding Gloves | Home Depot | $14.47 |
| KH643 | Alternative to above, MIG Welding Glove Grain Pigskin, 4" Gauntlet Cuff, Gold | McMaster | $12.69 |
| KH602 | Lincoln Electric 5-1/4 in. x 4-1/2 in. Fixed 10 Shade Welding Helmet | Home Depot | $32.97 |
| K2800-1 | Alternative to above, Lincoln Electric 4-1/2 in. x 5-1/4 in. Welding Helmet with #10 Lens | Home Depot | $31.98 |
| 19056 | Nice affordable auto darkening helmet, Northern Industrial 3 13/16 x 1 3/4 in. Welding Helmet with variable shade #9-13 | http://www.northerntool.com | $64.99 |
| ABLF7800SG | Really nice auto darkening helmet, Metal Man Blue Flame Industrial Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet with variable shade #9-13 | http://www.sears.com | $141.07 |
| KH530 | Lincoln Electric Straight-Head Chipping Hammer | Home Depot | $5.97 |
| KH585 | Lincoln Electric Wooden Shoe Handle Carbon Steel Brush | Home Depot | $2.47 |
| 5367T9 | Lightweight Cotton Welding Clothing Jacket, 30" Length | McMaster | $23.00 |
| 5340T61 | Alternative to above jacket for cooler welding, Leather Cape Sleeves, 13" Length | McMaster | $46.51 |
| 5340T41 | Goes with Cape Sleeves above, Cape-Sleeve Bib, 19" Length | McMaster | $13.81 |
| 5263T45 | If you are going to be doing a ton of welding, Heavy Duty Leather Welding Clothing Chaps | McMaster | $42.56 |
| ED030584 | Lincoln Electric Innershield 0.035 in. NR211 Flux-Cored Welding Wire 1 lb. | Home Depot | $10.97 |
| 7678A674 | Alternative to above, MIG Welding Wire E71T-GS Flux Core Steel, .035" Dia, 2 lb Spool | McMaster | $16.67 |
| KH726 | Lincoln Electric Flux-Cored Welding Nozzle | Home Depot | $3.97 |
| KH712 | Lincoln Electric 7/200 in. Wire Feed Welder Contact Tip 035” (0.9 mm) Contact Tips (Qty. 3) | Home Depot | $8.97 |
| 78375A608 | Alternative to above, Tweco #11-35 Contact Tip, .035" Wire Size, packs of 10 | McMaster | $6.00 |
| 6511K29 | Stock for practice, Low Carbon Steel Round Edge Rectangular Bar 1/16" Thick, 1-1/2" Wide, 6' Length | McMaster | $15.53 |
| Upgrades for our welders | Some of these items have been added to our welders | ||
| K2526-1 | To add gas shielding and MIG (GMAW) capability including welding aluminum: Lincoln Electric MIG Conversion Kit with 1/4 in. Regulator with Gauge | Home Depot | $121.00 |
| K2532-1 | Magnum 100SG spool gun, air-cooled for welding aluminum | Airgas Mid America | $200 |
| Various | Argon (for aluminum)and Agrgon/CO2 blend (for steel) gasses, $170 for cylinder, $30-40 for gas | Airgas Mid America | $210 |
| KH495 | Small canvas cover for welders | Airgas Mid America | $25 |