ArcCaptain ARC200

Last updated: November 2, 2026

ArcCaptain ARC200
3.9/5#2 of 9 in stick TIG welders
3.9

A cheap, light stick welder for farm and home repairs, with lift TIG as an add on. Buy from the maker store, where it costs less.

  • 200 AOutput
  • DC lift TIG, stickProcesses
  • 120 V and 240 VInput
Check price at Amazon$139.99Check price at ArcCaptain$109.99

Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros
  • Very cheap for a dual voltage stick welder that can also lift TIG
  • Synergic control sets current from the rod size, which helps beginners
  • Under 8 lb, easy to take to a fence line or trailer
  • A VRD for safer stick welding
Cons
  • No TIG torch in the box, and lift TIG needs a gas valve torch
  • The 60% duty cycle has no current attached

The ArcCaptain ARC family

Every ArcCaptain ARC model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own process.

ModelOutputRatingPrice
ArcCaptain ARC200 (this one)200 A3.9/5$109.99
ArcCaptain ARC250220 A3.4/5$229.99

How it scores

The rating comes from 4 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its process. How we rank explains each one.

Specifications

Model numberARC200
Output
ProcessesDC lift TIG, stick
Maximum output200 A
Maximum on 120 V200 A
Input120 V and 240 V
Features
PulseNo
Foot pedal in the boxNo
TIG torch in the boxNo
Voltage reduction deviceYes
Weight7.9 lb
Warranty2 years

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