2015 ahp alphatig 200x manual

Basically just trying to figure out what all of the different knobs do. A sticktig combo unit would be great, but tig is what im after primarily. Ahp alphatig 200x aluminum welding settings youtube. The inverter tig welding power uses highpower igbts to turn the working frequency of 5060hz to high frequency 20khz or higher. The question is about two chinese acdc welders that look very similar on paper. The alpha cut 60 is also perfect for those businesses looking to expand, while keeping costs low. Dec 29, 2014 while running the ahp alphatig 200x on 120 volts i was able to produce some pretty good looking welds after watching many of chucke2009 and mr. This is a diversified industry where technologies are attached to the machine day by day. Ive been sort of looking to upgrade my wicked old century 5star welder for about 2 years now. Powerful 200 amp acdc tig welder, with stick function allows both the professional and hobby welders a wide range of welding opportunities with this tig welder. The control panel is pretty similar to the original version until you look really closely. Its an decent welder acdc, with a high frequency box, but its really a stick welder that i set up to do tig. Amazon also proved to be a great source for some 2% lanthinated tungston electrodes, a selection of filler rod 4043 for aluminum, er70s2 for steel, and some silicon bronze to try my hand at tig brazing.

Apr 05, 2014 i had pretty good luck with my previous chinese lotos tigplasma that i got, but really wanted to be able to do aluminum and wanted a acdc machine. One of the good things about the 200x is it is quite easy to set start amps. Aug 07, 2015 upgrading your foot pedal and tig torch. The alpha cut 60 is a perfect unit for users that need a plasma cutter often, but dont want to pay thousands of dollars to get into the plasma cutting business.

On the new model, the pulse time and pulse amps are percentage based. C9100725 tig foot control pedal for ahp and primeweld ssc. Nova tig welding foot pedal, ahp welders, 7pin plug, 25. It is known to keep its temperatures at optimal levels. Introducing the second generation ahp alphatig 200x kevin says ahp has made some nice changes on the new version of its alphatig 200x, making it easier to use. After much debate i sold off my lotos and decided to give the ahp machine a try. The ahp alphatig 200x is one of the most popular low cost tig welding machines on. Ltec heliarc 250hf high frequency start problem weldingweb.

Ahp 17 series aircooled tig torch, tig welders, welding. Give us a call if you have any questions, or shop online and save today. Tig foot control for ahp tig welder foot pedal with 7pin plug and 25ft cable. First time using the ahp alpha tig200x was quite the experience. Feb 05, 2015 best one so far is the last pic, second from the bottom. I checked the troubleshooting guide in the manual and it. The torches are rated at 150 amps, with a 100% duty cycle. And, since the manual doesnt say much of anything, 2t is a momentary switch. View and download ahp welds alphatig200x user manual online. Ahp alphatig 200x welder stress test and repair i purchased a 2016 model in february 2016. Fits 2015 and beyond ahp alphatig 200x and 201xd tig machines that use the 7pin plug and 10,000ohm potentiometer. View online or download ahp welds alphatig200x user manual. From artist kevin caron fires up ahps hot new tigarc welder and shows how it works as a tig welder and a stick.

You mention setting the spark gap, was that spec from the manual. Im looking for something that can do home hobby welding and wont break the bank. Our 17 series torch is the same as the oem torch you received with your machine, so. The hand control easily attaches to your tig torch handle with velcro straps. For sale is a premium quality american made ck2012 sf 20 series water cooled tig torch designed to fit ahp alpha tig 200dx 20 and 2014 models the torch is made in the usa, 12. These htp usaweld tig torches fit the ahp alpha tig 200x tig welder, model year 2015 2018, and many import tig welders with the 9 mm quick disconnect gas fitting. How to tig weld aluminum using the ahp alpha tig 200x kevin.

Yeah, one of those cheap chinsy chineese crap welders. I stress tested it, i observed a component failure, and i repaired it using overspec components. Ahp welds is a destination to find, compare and shop for best hobby and professional welders, at unbelievably low prices. Features heavyduty steel housing, tough madeinusa cable with added flexibility, low profile with wide base for stability and. Upgrade your tig foot control pedal for the ahp tig welders with a 7pin plug and 25ft cable. The ahp alpha tig 200 is a popular beginner tig machine. This is a direct plug and play torch no modification required. Yes there are many better machines that cost a lot more, but for someone new to welding, or the average hobby user, this is a solid machine as well as a good machine to. In this video a not so happy iain shows how he had to fix his brand new ahp alpha tig 200x s foot pedal which was dead on arrival. Published on sep 16, 2015 this video is to clarify the difference between the 2014 and 2015 accessory kits for the ahp alphatig 200x models. I love having the pedal even though i dont yet quite have the coordination yet to hold the torch, apply the rod, and keep the pedal at the right spot all at the same time. Ahp alphatig 200x welder delivers outstanding performance. The ahp alphatig 200x tigstick torch is relatively small and is fairly easy to use. Kyle goes through setup and some of the features that this machine has to offer but can kyle tig weld.

So kevin grabs two pieces of scrap aluminum box tubing. How to tig weld aluminum using the ahp alpha tig 200x a viewer from connecticut has asked for help welding aluminum with ahp s alpha tig 200x. Interested in what justin the fabricator thinks of this machine. How to use the ahp alphatig 200x 200amp welder kevin caron. From artist kevin caron fires up ahps hot new tig arc welder and shows how it works as a tig welder and a stick. Like the title says, i bought an alpha tig 200x off the bay. Nov 18, 2015 the ahp alphatig 200x is a great machine that does its job really well. More affordable than top of the line products but offers professional quality. Want to know how to set up the ahp alpha tig200x and use it right out of the box. This kit is designed for machines that use the m16 torch cable fitting, such as the ahp alphatig 200x 2015 model. If it welds bigger, fine, but 316inch capable would be fine. I want an acdc machine capable of welding up to 316inch stainless and aluminum. This kit comes with a premium ck worldwide 9 style flex head with superflex cable and dinse adapter with quick disconnect for gas. If you are a beginner, you might be puzzled of seeing diversifications.

Though it is easy to professional to buy a welder from the market, it is quite a daunting task for the beginners. At its current price point i dont think you will find a better acdc tig stick welder on the market that offers the range of features and performance of the ahp alphatig 200x. Before i send this ahp alpha tig welder off to the winner of the giveaway, i filmed some more tig beads on aluminum and tried to dial in some sweet spot settings on 14 thick aluminum. Fits 2015 and beyond ahp alphatig 200x and ahp alphatig 201xd and primeweld 225x tig machines that use the 7pin plug and 10,000ohm potentiometer. Ahp alphatig 200x 200amp igbt ac dc tigstick welder with pulse 110v and 200v.

The ahp alphatig 200x is an acdc tig welder that comes complete with torch, ground clamp, foot pedal, regulatorflowmeter, and pigtail adapter for using with 115 volt power. About your alphatig 200x this welder adopts rectifiers designed with advanced inverter technology. The introduction of inverter tig welders derives from inverter power theory and devices. Feb 24, 2016 havent seen any comments on the alphatig 200x for a bit so thought id chime in. I bought one a few weeks ago directly from ahp via amazon. Instruction manual omits certain details that beginners might need. Ahp alphatig 200x 200amp igbt ac dc tigstick welder with. Ahp tig welder 200x i would like to add that profit is anything above expenses, and some of the top brands are imported from china and other countries, lincoln for example is imported as well as thermal dynamics, two industry giants and they are freakin expensive, they also have huge advertising budgets, who do you thinks pays for that. Introducing the second generation ahp alphatig 200x kevin caron.