For the hobbyist or small fab shop that wants fine AC control and two torches in one box. The price is high for its amperage.
Amazon $1,439 Everlast $1,419
A smaller AC/DC TIG with a long warranty for someone who welds thin aluminum and steel at home.
- 185 AOutput
- 35% at 185 ADuty cycle
- AC/DC TIG, stickProcesses
- 120 V and 240 VInput
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- A 5 year warranty and US based support from a long established TIG maker
- HF and lift start both available, so it works near sensitive electronics
- Runs on 120 V at up to 125 A for thin aluminum at home
- 185 A tops out around 3/16 in aluminum
- Only a 35% duty cycle at full output
- Pulse is limited to preset frequencies
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | PowerTIG 185DV |
|---|---|
| Output | |
| Processes | AC/DC TIG, stick |
| Maximum output | 185 A |
| Maximum on 120 V | 125 A |
| Duty cycle | 35% at 185 A |
| Duty cycle ambient | 40 °C |
| Input | 120 V and 240 V |
| Features | |
| Pulse | Yes |
| Foot pedal in the box | Yes |
| TIG torch in the box | Yes |
| Weight | 40 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Alternatives in this process
A 250 A AC/DC machine for a small fabrication shop that welds thick aluminum all day. Overkill for occasional home use.
Amazon $1,875A cheap, complete starter kit for someone learning aluminum TIG. Expect to work in short runs.
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