Weld-Pak® 180i MP DV six month product test review 

Mark, thanks for your comment. If you would like more info or to find a retailer, here's the 180i MP DV website: lincolnelectricretail.com/products/weld-pak-180i-mp-dv/ Wishing you a great 2023!

Hey John, thanks for considering the 180i MP. If you need info on it, here's the website: lincolnelectricretail.com/products/weld-pak-180i-mp-dv/ Please reply if you have any questions or comments. Thanks!

Hey Christopher, here is a link to the 180i MP website page. It has a list of the retailers who are selling the 180i MP in-store and/or online. lincolnelectricretail.com/products/weld-pak-180i-mp-dv/

Yes the Lincoln Electric Weld-Pak®180i MP DV is perfect for those welding applications. Refer to the process chart that comes with the 180i for the correct amperage and electrode or wire to use for the job. And remember to wear your PPE. Keep it safe!

Thanks for your purchase! Here's info from the operator's manual pertaining to generators: The machine is designed to operate on engine driven generators as long as the auxiliary can supply adequate voltage, frequency and power as indicated in the “Technical Specification” Installation Section of this manual. The auxiliary supply of the generator must also meet the following conditions: Frequency: 60 Hz RMS voltage of the AC waveform: 90-250 V; Out of this range will trigger undervoltage and overvoltage protections. Generator Minimum 3 kW (120VAC) 6kW (230VAC) It is important to check these conditions because many engine driven generators produce high voltage spikes. Operation of this machine with engine driven generators not conforming to these conditions is not recommend and may damage the machine and is also NOT covered by warranty. You can view the owner's manual here: lincolnelectricretail.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Weld-Pak-180i-MP-DV-Owners-Manual.pdf Hope this helps! Please write-back if you need more help.

TIG WELDING FOOT PEDAL Model # K4361-1 TIG TORCH ASSEMBLY Model # K1782-16 (125 Amp TIG torch) or Model # K1782-17 (150 Amp TIG torch) If you want more info: lincolnelectricretail.com/products/weld-pak-180i-mp-dv/ Hope this helps!

Yes it's a spool gun-ready machine. You'll need a Magnum® 100SG spool gun Model# K5341-1. For more info on the 180i MP, visit the link below. If you scroll down the page, you'll see links to to technical docs. lincolnelectricretail.com/products/weld-pak-180i-mp-dv/ Or click on this link to view the brochure: bit.ly/180iMP_brochure Scroll down to the 'Quick Start Guide' image to view how easy it is to attach the spool gun. Hope this helps! Please reply if you have any more questions. Thanks.

The WELD-PAK® 180HD is a MIG and fluxcored welder. So yes, it does MIG weld. The Weld-Pak 180i MP, is a multi-process welder. This is the welder that's being shown in the video you commented on. It comes ready to weld with fluxcored, MIG and stick. With a few additional accessories, it can weld on aluminum and can TIG weld. Here's a link to the 180i brochure: bit.ly/3gNg3m9 Hope this helps. Please write back if you have any other questions. Thanks!

It would the only welder I buy for home use. It's super versatile.

It depends on the thickness and type of metal. The LE31MP is rated to flux-cored weld up to 5/16" using .035 with multi-pass welds, powered by a 20 amp 120v circuit. Please refer to the manufacturer's specifications for the parts you are welding and take all safety precautions. For more info on the LE31MP, please visit: lincolnelectricretail.com/products/multi-process-stick-mig-tig-welder/

There’s a stick welder/generator at harbor freight it’s a 7000 watt it should def have enough power to run it in the fuel if needed

There could be several factors affecting this. We recommend you contact our customer service team. Here's their link: www.lincolnelectric.com/en/ask-the-experts Thanks

Great question. We recommend the Lincoln Electric Bulldog 5500. The 180i is dual voltage and the Bulldog has both a 120 volt and a 240 volt AC receptacle. For more info, click here: lincolnelectricretail.com/products/bulldog-5500/ You'll find tech data and a list of retailers. Hope this helps and best of luck with your welding projects!

Hey John and Dawn, the 180i MP DV is only sold through retail.

I have tried both. We use the stick feature often because it's a handy small machine and is better than dragging leads. We tried the lift arc tig once. We are pretty spoiled with our high frequency start machines so that feature doesn't get used much in our shop.

What generator will run the 180i?

Yes. It's very easy to switch between MIG and stick. No need to remove the MIG gun. There are terminals on the front of the machine to easily attach the stick cable, and ground cable. And then use the push button selector to change from MIG to stick mode. Very simple! Here is a website where you can get more info and download the operator's manual: lincolnelectricretail.com/products/weld-pak-180i-mp-dv/

The Lincoln Electric technical staff might be able to help you. Here is the link to information on how to contact them: www.lincolnelectric.com/en/ask-the-experts The Live Chat is available 8am to 5pm eastern time. There is also an email link so you can send a message to them anytime of the day. Good luck with solving your problem!

How does this machine run with 3/32 6010?

@@joeystout6939it doesn’t run 6010

@@____3243 For some reason the one I had bought just like it runs 6010 roots on schd 80 carbon pipe no problem

@@joeystout6939 really? I tried it on mine and it was running weird

@@____3243 I know it may be a dumb question but are you running electrode positive?

Crypto, the ground cable is 6 foot, 6 gauge. Here is a link if you want to view the brochure. lincolnelectricretail.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/05242022-9700375-180i-MP-DV-Weld-Pak-Brochure.pdf Hope this info helps.

30 amp

Yes, you can do stick welding with this on standard household 120v circuit. It comes with a adapter plug to switch from 220 to 120v.

@@LincolnElectricRetail thanks

We recommend a minimum of 30A. For more info, including technical documents, visit: lincolnelectricretail.com/products/weld-pak-180i-mp-dv/

Nelson, The 180i MP is a dual voltage machine - 230v or the typical 120 household voltage. It comes with an adapter plug. For more info, visit: tps://lincolnelectricretail.com/products/weld-pak-180i-mp-dv/ Hope this helps to answer your question, but if you have others, please write back. Thanks for asking.

@@LincolnElectricRetail yeah but the thing is that in central America energy work with 110 volts and 220 volt, 10 volts less than USA

@@nelsonlazo686 Hey Nelson, yes it will work with 110 and 220 volts. And the input power needs to be 1 phase, 60 hertz which is fairly common but you may want to confirm with the company providing your electricity. For more info on the 180i MP: lincolnelectricretail.com/products/weld-pak-180i-mp-dv/ Hope this helps and please reply if you have any more questions. Thank you!

For stick welding, the 180i has an output range of 25 to 160 amps if operating on a 230-volt circuit. This will give you enough power to use 3/32 and 1/8 for all projects, and 5/32 in most cases when welding flat or vertical. For info on the 180i: lincolnelectricretail.com/products/weld-pak-180i-mp-dv/ Please reply if you have any more questions. Thanks Dan

Thank You@@LincolnElectricRetail

Ben, yes. You'll need a Magnum Pro 100SG spool gun (Model # K4360-1). The retailer where you buy the 180i MP may also carry the spool gun kit. Here's a link to the 180i landing page which includes info about the spool gun: lincolnelectricretail.com/products/weld-pak-180i-mp-dv/ Good luck with your welding project. And please reply if you have any more questions.

Abe, yes the 180i MP DV has stick and reverse polarity capabilities so you should be able to run 308 stainless. If you are welding vertical up, it is suggested to use smaller rod diameters because vertical up requires higher amperage, and the 180i MP is rated at a maximum of 160 amps in stick mode. For more info on the 180i MP DV, visit: bit.ly/180i_MP_DV

Yea sir the red head quit last break

Thank you for your interest in the Weld-Pak(R) 180i MP DV. You can find them at Home Depot, Lowe's, Northern Tool, Blain's Farm & Fleet, North 40, Summit Racing and Grainger.

Depends where she’s at my man

Yes but use 3/32" or 1/8" if using a 120 volt circuit. If you are using 230 volts, you can use 5/32" and 3/16" however, the 180i delivers up to 180 amps using a 230 volt circuit, but some applications for 5/32" and 3/16" may require a higher amperage. For info on the 180i MP, visit: lincolnelectricretail.com/products/weld-pak-180i-mp-dv/

Awesome thank you

Do it. You won't regret it.

I was using a 50amp breaker.

To get the best welding performance from the Weld-Pak®180i MP DV, you will need a 20a breaker when operating on 120v, and also a 20a breaker for operating on 240v. This information and other important points are included in the 180i MP DV operator's manual. You can view the pdf here: ch-delivery.lincolnelectric.com/api/public/content/a1d08c3840f44662870bd34afef2a523? For more info, visit the 180i MP DV webpage at: lincolnelectricretail.com/products/weld-pak-180i-mp-dv/