3 Portable MIG Welders You Should Buy

by David N. Welding Equipment Supplies VIC, Australia

MIG or Metal Inert Gas process is a common welding technique that is widely used in manufacturing & fabrication industries around the world. This is a fast and efficient technique recommended by the welders. There are several MIG welders available in the market. However, in this blog, we will discuss the 3 most portable & powerful MIG welders.

Viper 120 synergic MIG welder

Viper 120 Synergic is one of the finest quality MIG welders used for DIY welding projects & small repairs. The adjustable synergic power knob allows setting the wire size accurately. This machine features MIG programs for 0.9 mm, 0.8 mm & 0.6 mm. Viper 120 is a lightweight machine (5.2kg).

Mig spec
• Welding Current Range: 40-120A
• Thickness Range: 1 to 8mm
• Duty Cycle at 40°c: 10% @ 120A
• Wire Spool Size: 1kg
• Wire Size Range: 0.6 to 0.9mm

Razor 175 MIG welder

The Razor 175 is a professional welding machine perfect for MIG and stick welding. This is a lightweight & portable machine that is fitted with the 15 AMP plug. The Razor 175 is completely designed for site work & workshops. Moreover, the spool gun connection provides extra flexibility in using soft wires. The Razor 175 is easy to operate & low maintenance required.

MIG specs
• Welding Current Range: 30 to 175 Amp
• Wire Size Range: 0.6 to 0.9mm
• Wire Spool Size: 1kg / 5kg
• Duty Cycle at 40°c: 25% at 175A
• Thickness Range: 1 to 8mm
• Drive Roller Size: 30/10

Stick specs
• Welding Current Range: 10-160A
• Electrode Range: 2.5 to 4.0mm
• Duty Cycle at 40°c: 25% at 160A
• Thickness Range: 2-10mm

The RAZOR™ 205 SMART SET™

The RAZOR™ 205 is the most popular & versatile welding machine that can be used for TIG, MIG & stick welding purposes. This is one of the most efficient machines that can widely be used in workshops. The ultra-lightweight & compact construction & the spool gun inclusion, make the RAZOR™ 205 more unique and powerful.

MIG specs
• Duty Cycle at 40°c: 20% at 200A
• Welding Current Range: 30 to 200 Amp
• Wire Spool Size: 1kg / 5kg
• Thickness Range: 1 to 10mm
• Wire Size Range: 0.6 to 1.0mm
• Drive Roller Size: 30/22

TIG specs
• Current Range: 10-200A
• Welding Thickness Range: 1 to 6mm
• Duty Cycle at 40°C: 35% @ 200A
• Function Type: DC Lift Arc

Stick welding
• Welding Current Range: 10-200A
• Electrode Range: 2.5-4.0mm
• Thickness Range: 2mm - 12mm
• Duty Cycle at 40°c: 15% at 200A

These MIG welders are compact, lightweight, versatile & easy to use. Whether it's a DIY project or a workshop related work, these machines will give you unparallel performance than others.