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Nov 27, 2021 6:50 PM

YesWelder MIG-205DS 3 in 1 MIG/Stick/TIG Welding Machine

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YesWelder also has YesWelder MIG-205DS 3 in 1 MIG/Stick/TIG Welding Machine on sale for $352 (price reflected at checkout). Shipping is free.

YesWelder via Amazon has YesWelder MIG-205DS 3 in 1 MIG/Stick/TIG Welding Machine on sale for $352.49 -> Now $359.99 when you 'clip' the $30 Off coupon on the page. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Members averageds & zivosb for finding this deal.

Features:
  • 4 Functions in 1 of Gas MIG /Gasless MIG / Lift TIG / Stick
  • Can take up to 0.9mm(.035") MIG solid wire(Gas MIG) and 0.9mm(.035") MIG FLux wire(Gasless MIG)
  • Apply to D100/D200 rolls (<10lbs) of MIG wire
  • 200 Amp Gas/Gasless MIG welder with a 50 Amp plug(220V)
  • 160 Amp Gas/Gasless MIG welder with a 35 Amp plug(110V)
  • Includes:
    • 10' MIG Torch
    • 10' Electrode Holder & Cable
    • 10' Earth Clamp & Cable
    • Gas Hose
    • 1 Additional .030" & .035" contact Tip
    • 110V/220V Adapter
    • Brush

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • Well Rated on Amazon with 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 470 reviews.
  • About this Store:
    • Amazon Return Policy: For the 2021 holiday season, returnable items purchased between October 1 and December 31 can be returned until January 31, 2022
    • YesWelder Return Policy: Return must be requested within 7 days of receiving the product.

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YesWelder also has YesWelder MIG-205DS 3 in 1 MIG/Stick/TIG Welding Machine on sale for $352 (price reflected at checkout). Shipping is free.

YesWelder via Amazon has YesWelder MIG-205DS 3 in 1 MIG/Stick/TIG Welding Machine on sale for $352.49 -> Now $359.99 when you 'clip' the $30 Off coupon on the page. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Members averageds & zivosb for finding this deal.

Features:
  • 4 Functions in 1 of Gas MIG /Gasless MIG / Lift TIG / Stick
  • Can take up to 0.9mm(.035") MIG solid wire(Gas MIG) and 0.9mm(.035") MIG FLux wire(Gasless MIG)
  • Apply to D100/D200 rolls (<10lbs) of MIG wire
  • 200 Amp Gas/Gasless MIG welder with a 50 Amp plug(220V)
  • 160 Amp Gas/Gasless MIG welder with a 35 Amp plug(110V)
  • Includes:
    • 10' MIG Torch
    • 10' Electrode Holder & Cable
    • 10' Earth Clamp & Cable
    • Gas Hose
    • 1 Additional .030" & .035" contact Tip
    • 110V/220V Adapter
    • Brush

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • Well Rated on Amazon with 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 470 reviews.
  • About this Store:
    • Amazon Return Policy: For the 2021 holiday season, returnable items purchased between October 1 and December 31 can be returned until January 31, 2022
    • YesWelder Return Policy: Return must be requested within 7 days of receiving the product.

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Nov 28, 2021 3:35 PM
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Riboflav1nNov 28, 2021 3:35 PM
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Amazon also has the PRO for $429.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CBCB...ZH68X?th=1

Is it worth the $77 difference?

Since I have 220 in my garage, it seems like it, however, the portability of 110 is nice to have. Hmm.
Last edited by Riboflav1n November 28, 2021 at 07:48 AM.
Nov 28, 2021 3:56 PM
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ericnmuNov 28, 2021 3:56 PM
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Quote from Riboflav1n View quoted comment :
Amazon also has the PRO for $429.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CBCB...ZH68X?th=1

Is it worth the $77 difference?

Since I have 220 in my garage, it seems like it, however, the portability of 110 is nice to have. Hmm.
OP deal is also 220
Nov 28, 2021 4:25 PM
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vjaskoNov 28, 2021 4:25 PM
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I can personally vouch for this welder and this company. I've got this welder, their dc only tig welder, their plasma cutter, and a couple of their masks, and they all seem to work every bit as well as the miller equivalents I'm used to. I paid 360 for mine back in May, but I've noticed that their products tend to go up in price over time instead of going down.
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Nov 28, 2021 4:32 PM
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vjaskoNov 28, 2021 4:32 PM
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Quote from Riboflav1n View quoted comment :
Amazon also has the PRO for $429.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CBCB...ZH68X?th=1 [amazon.com]

Is it worth the $77 difference?

Since I have 220 in my garage, it seems like it, however, the portability of 110 is nice to have. Hmm.
Basically it boils down to do you value being able to weld aluminum or do you want to be able to power it off 110V more. I unfortunately value the 110 capability more.
Nov 28, 2021 4:45 PM
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berrnardNov 28, 2021 4:45 PM
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Quote from ericnmu View quoted comment :
op deal is also 220
110/220
Nov 28, 2021 4:46 PM
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anvilsvsNov 28, 2021 4:46 PM
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Quote from vid1900 View quoted comment :
You gotta practice, like anything else.

I've been welding since highschool (Miller all the way) and it sure ain't rocket science
vid1900You gotta practice, like anything else.

I've been welding since highschool (Miller all the way) and it sure ain't rocket science
I was welding before high school, now 75. Got stick, MIG and gas welders in the shop. It may not be rocket science, but it does take some attention to detail and to safety. I took an EAA TiG course several year ago taught by the Lincoln rep who made money on the side by welding up Inconel exhaust for INDY car turbo systems. Doing TiG correctly takes way more than just a $352 unit.

I weld a good bit for stuff which has to stay together. If it's not Miller, Lincoln or comparable (if there is comparable) I'm not wasting my money on it. I've seen lots of "inexpensive" welders which either don't work long or have no parts/service. I look at these low priced things all the time seeking one which is modestly priced but still works. Haven't found that yet.

If you want TiG, budget about 3 grand for a start. You need a foot control high frequency welder, a GOOD gun, a dedicated grinder with a wheel used only for sharpening the
TiG tips and a work area clean of contaminants.

Now, MIG isn't nearly that demanding, but you still need grinders, cutting tools, aprons, GOOD helmet(s), gloves, etc.

110V welders are good for sheet medal and that's about it as they're limited to maybe 110-120 amps. You must have 220V and preferably 50 amp service if you're going to weld much. Otherwise you're better off finding a good welding shop near you and having them do it right. I still use a welding shop for heavy work or aluminum.

As an analogy, I have two lathes, two mills and two drill presses in my shop. But I still use a "real" machine shop for heavy work.

Welding can be fun and you can learn to do it well. But it's not entirely trivial and you will have to spend quite a bit more that $350 to even begin to do it poorly not to mention well.
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Nov 28, 2021 5:10 PM
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Hamburgerler71Nov 28, 2021 5:10 PM
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Quote from sleepyrx View quoted comment :
If only this came with a course on how to weld... I'd totally jump on it.

(well, I'd jump on it now, if I didn't expect to kill/maim myself w/ this)
It's takes time and practice but YouTube has actual training videos from replicable sources on it's platform. Look around and you will find what you need. Always remember electricity can kill you dead!

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Nov 28, 2021 5:24 PM
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nbk9nbkNov 28, 2021 5:24 PM
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Tig touch, gas regulator , gas tank not included
Nov 28, 2021 5:47 PM
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curt2199Nov 28, 2021 5:47 PM
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Bought one through Amazon. Would liked to have saved on the sales tax but read a review on the Pro model that said it took 2.5 months to arrive from YesWelder directly.
Nov 28, 2021 5:47 PM
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PeeptasticNov 28, 2021 5:47 PM
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Is anyone able to tell me what else someone would need besides this to get started? This is being purchased for someone who is a beginner, with nothing welding related as far as I know. Thank you.
Nov 28, 2021 5:53 PM
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ElectricalsushiNov 28, 2021 5:53 PM
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Quote from sleepyrx View quoted comment :
If only this came with a course on how to weld... I'd totally jump on it.

(well, I'd jump on it now, if I didn't expect to kill/maim myself w/ this)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=svHI9nmV5nw

This old tony is worth a watch for some inspiration. All his videos are great.
Nov 28, 2021 6:05 PM
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ToeNov 28, 2021 6:05 PM
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Love these names from Chinese companies. Yes! Welding!
Nov 28, 2021 6:53 PM
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JustinHoMiNov 28, 2021 6:53 PM
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You'd be much better off getting a used Lincoln, Miller, or Hobart. You'll often get a tank included, too.
Nov 28, 2021 7:05 PM
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vjaskoNov 28, 2021 7:05 PM
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Quote from Peeptastic View quoted comment :
Is anyone able to tell me what else someone would need besides this to get started? This is being purchased for someone who is a beginner, with nothing welding related as far as I know. Thank you.
You absolutely must have a mask and gloves for any type of welding whether it's this machine or another. You'll also need a tank of shielding gas and a regulator to use this as a mig welder properly, and if you don't plan on doing that you should just get a cheap harbor freight welder or whatever you can find. If you want to do tig welding, you should get a dedicated tig machine that has a high frequency start and not bother getting the tig gun for this. Welding throws out incredible amounts of UV light especially at the lower wavelengths that the ozone layer normally blocks so you can develop a pretty severe sunburn in 2-5 minutes so you'll need to make sure you've got every inch of skin covered, and if you're doing this regularly you'll want an apron or other protective gear that won't burn as there will be what look like sparks but are tiny balls of molten metal shooting out whenever you hit any kind of contamination like rust or oil on the metal. I have caught my shirt on fire welding exhaust hangers onto a car while it was on jack stands and my first notice it was happening was I smelled my chest hair burning.

You also pretty much can't weld without having a good cleaner like acetone and an angle grinder to both clean and prep the metal before welding it, and to grind away any high spots after welding. I have 4 that permanently hang off the edge of my welding table with a grinding disk, a flap disk, a cutting disk, and a wire wheel on each one.

This is not a beginner level welder, for example it has induction control which is rare to find for under 2K, and the included instructions are next to useless, but I also prefer this over any Millers or Lincolns under $1500. This is also not a pro level welder, if I was counting on welding as one of my sources of income, I'd definitely spend the extra 2K and get whatever your local welding shop stocks and has parts for. What it is is perfect for a hobbyist like me that may need to do a roll cage for a race car every few years or make new engine or transmission or seat mounts, but already has experience and doesn't want to spend a couple grand to have something they consider useful at home.
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Nov 28, 2021 7:07 PM
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CoralStraw143Nov 28, 2021 7:07 PM
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Why do I feel like I want this machine? I need help.

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