Lincoln 180 variations

coronet340 · May 17, 2014

What is the difference between these welders?
They are all Lincoln 180 Migs. Even going off Lincoln's website as far as I can tell the only difference is part number. The output, speed, fittings, all seem the same.
There is the:
Easy Mig
Pro Mig
Weld Pak
Mig Pak

hunt2elk · May 17, 2014

Not sure, but I'll throw another one into the mix for you. I have the 180 Dual. The difference on that one is self explanatory, but maybe there are different items thrown in as a kit for the ones you listed. Maybe another difference is infinite wire speed and voltage settings compared to tapped models?

coronet340 · May 17, 2014

Looked at all that too. Speed is identical as well as the accessories. From the 10' gun all the way to learn to weld dvd.

hunt2elk · May 18, 2014

Do you have any Lincoln dealers by you? Stop in and kick the tires, or call Lincoln direct as they are very helpful. The 180 is a great little welder for playing around in the garage. I have welded 1/4" stock with mine just fine.

coronet340 · May 18, 2014

There is a praxair not to far down the road. I've got a grainger here in town but their prices keep me far from them.

Yea I'm pretty set on the 180 for now. Everyone loves it. I just need to learn MIG. I was getting pretty decent at stik for awhile but probably should blow a bunch of holes in my frame. lol

Lost Bee · May 22, 2014

I have the same as Hunt2Elk the Lincoln 180 Dual. Awesome machine cause it is so versatile with the dual voltage. I love it and do not know how I would get by without the dual voltage now.

coronet340 · May 23, 2014

Why do you use the dual so much? Do you really move it around where you don't have a 220 plug?

EchoSixMike · Sep 12, 2014

The Pro MIG is typically the professional model, with a metal feeder assembly and better parts. The others are manufactured for box stores to a price point with lessor materials.

You can run the model # at Lincoln's website and read the owner's manual and sometimes see the differences. S/F....Ken M

khryslerkid · Sep 13, 2014

Do they all have gas capability?

Are some 110 volt only?

Amperage use and output make a difference between units also.

Personally I like the Hobart. TSC sells them.

northerndave · Sep 13, 2014

There must be some differences in the feed mechanisms and possibly duty cycle?

snakeoil24 · Sep 13, 2014

Box store units cut corners on quality. To meet a price point. Look at Cyber welders on Ebay for a deal or their website. If you going to buy a machine look at Miller 175 which is a better built machine than the Lincoln in this price range.

furyus · Sep 13, 2014

I've had a Lincoln 180 for over 20 years, and its been a great product. I got it from the local welding store, which might have made a difference in quality.

snakeoil24 · Sep 13, 2014

That Lincoln 180 furyus you bought 20 years ago was made in Us and built like a tank. I have same unit.

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