Yeah,
I just noticed this YouTube video demo.
And that new LCD screen looks very good.
ROCK ON, Everlast!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUPeZ5x3m7Q
Yeah,
I just noticed this YouTube video demo.
And that new LCD screen looks very good.
ROCK ON, Everlast!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUPeZ5x3m7Q
Saw the review as well, and I'm glad to see Everlast keeps innovating their product line... and the gadget geek in me is cursing that I didn't know about the 275 before I bought the 252 last month! Aaaagh! Oh well, I'm still a happy camper.
Nah,
That 252Sti seems to have all of the same functionality and features of the 275, just without the LCD screen.
And the 252 is somewhat more compact, and less costly, too.
All three of the new Everlast AC/DC "all-in-one" units are brilliant, and a tremendous value, in my opinion.
There are a few nice surprises in the 275 though. Added features not on the 252, that added value and capability to the machine.
I pre-ordered mine about a month ago. They are suppose to be shipping by the end of December. Is there any way to get a users handbook of the MTS 275 so I can familiarize myself with the menu system and the machine?
Not yet. We are still finalizing the programming.
OK,
Here's a follow-up video by Weld.com on the Stick capability of the new Lightning 275.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_c...ature=emb_logo
Weld.com has been using the heck out the Lightning 275 on many of their videos and projects.
https://www.weld.com/blog
They'll undoubtedly get around to the MIG demo part before long, I'm guessing.
Will the MTS275 have both AC and DC stick welding?
No. AC stick welding is of limited value. It's history comes from transformer machines which were AC before they were DC. Sometimes people point to "arc blow" for reason not wanting DC. Arc blow is very rare and it can be combated several different ways in DC.
Yeah,
But one of the under-appreciated benefits of AC Stick welding is all those free hot showers!
Ha, ha, ha...
Any news on when this machine will start shipping?
Soon, very soon. Almost here, but with the holidays, we can't put an exact date. Should be here by Christmas.Quote:
Originally Posted by gorillamotor
Looks like my Lightning 275 has been shipped now and I should receive it on 1/8/2020.
Nice!
You will soon have a welding unit that cannot be compared to any other on the planet, at that amperage and feature-set.
And I'm liking the idea of that new, big LCD moreso, somehow. Maybe we'll see it on the EXT line someday.
Since Everlast has started shipping the Lightning MTS 275 and my order has been shipped it would be nice to be able to download the pdf manual and get a head start on learning the Lightning 275.
Yeah,
You're undoubtedly chomping at the proverbial bit.
There'll undoubtedly be a hard copy in the box.
And, who knows, maybe Mark is already working on a newly revised/updated PDF manual that will show up any day.
Either way, it'll be a fun time, if you let be so.
Chomping at the bit is an understatement. It's like a kid waiting for Christmas to open his presents!!Quote:
Originally Posted by christian
Yeah,
It's not too uncommon for some people to build up anxiety when ordering a new machine that isn't an off-the-shelf proposition.
I mean, this 275MTS really has no peers in its class, and you'll be somewhat of a first-on-the-block, or even the planet to have one.
So, I'd probably allow myself to have some happy anxiety too, if I were in your position.
That's machine will undoubtedly prove to be a brilliant model. And, again, I really like how there are added waveforms (like Triangle) included in the AC TIG capacity, which make it an advanced-featured TIG unit in my opinion, and not just a digital full-featured TIG unit and MIG unit.
Guys,
I've worked a couple of 22 hour days and quite a few 12 hour ones working on this manual. It is almost done.
Just a few samples here. Looks like the completely new manual will be between 70 to 85 pages. But I am trying to condense the information onto less pages, and get rid of information that isn't 100% necessary.
You da man, Mark!
What is the footprint dimensions?
26”L x 11”W x 21.75”H(24.86” with handle) / 660mm L x 280mm W x 553mm H (632mm with handle)
83 lbs.
My Lightning MTS 275 arrived last night. I opened up the box and everything appeared to be non damaged and well packed. I started playing with the menu system to get accustomed to it. I could see that the operations manual was rushed through and had ALOT of grammatical errors. There was also quite a bit of missing information. I had to reference an online MTS 252 STi manual for some things.
Things I am still confused about:
1. HF-Rem or Lift-Rem I assume rem means remote.
2. The manual refers to 'Power Setup' but on the machine label says 'Power Set'.
3. In the MIG settings menu: inductance, spot/stitch, burn back. What are they and how are they used.
Is there a way to get your expanded pdf file as 37 pages is not enough for a thorough manual for this machine.
also, a MIG welding chart should have been affixed on the inside panel.
Power Set = PowerSet Up.
Can you post a picture of the screen you are referring to?
PowerSet eliminates the need for a chart.
Keep in mind that this is an advanced machine and that it is intended for people with basic knowledge of parameters and what they do. As long as it is now, it is not a primer for welding. If you review comparable units or more advanced units in general from competitors, they give no explanation. We do a lot more than most and give some basic definitions in the full manual, but it is not going to cover every detail and aspect.
But call me and if you have any questions, I can help.
HF = High Frequency start, Lift = Lift start. Both of these are for the TIG process.
The James F Lincoln Foundation has a number of books on basic to advanced welding. I think there are even some as free downloads. One good one is "Metals and How to Weld Them".
I know what HF & Lift mean but what does 'HF-Rem' & 'LIFT-Rem' mean?
For use with a torch with a separate potentiometer and switch.
That is what I thought.
Where can I get the gas connector fittings (no hose) that connect from the argon tank to back of the Lightning 275?
Any welding shop. 5/8" CGA inert gas. Pretty standard.
It is nice to see the full manual for the Lightning 275 on your website now. Really nice and fully detailed. Vast improvement over the manual that shipped with the unit.
Yes, nice finally. Answered several questions I had. Like set all the parameters for the process before entering the Power Set. They all get used except the volts, amps and/or wfs. Also, before seeing the manual I trimmed the stud on the adapter for 8 inch spools to fit the Lincoln spools that have a very shallow hole. I guessed right. Sure enough, the Manual stated to do just that.Quote:
Originally Posted by gorillamotor
As far as the "thing" that was included in the box... embarrassing. Many things made absolutely no sense. Not sure why it was included. Hopefully by mistake. Including nothing would have been better for both customer and company.
So far I have about 10 hours of tig and mig on it. I like so far. I am using a CK 17 tig torch and a Bernard Q2 15' mig gun. The 36 mig gun is waaaaay big and heavy and short. Maybe I will try some spray with it.
When and where did you get the Bernard Q2 gun at?Quote:
Originally Posted by ftgiles
Baker Gas. You can custom configure the gun right on their web site. They send the configuration to Bernard and Bernard custom builds it and drop ships it to you. I Paid $290 which is about $100 less than everyone else online and about $200 less than your local welding shop. Pretty much any shop can get you a Bernard gun and consumables.
They have been known as Q guns for years but now Bernard calls them BTB. It's still a Q gun. I ordered a 200 amp with a Rotatable neck which includes the Jump Liner so you only have to change the neck liner and not the whole liner. The most wear occurs in the neck. Center Fire consumables and a Quick Change liner which installs through the gun instead of the backend. My other Bernard gun is not Quick Change so we'll see. Seems like a good idea. Lastly, Everlast uses the EURO option backend.
What handle did you get: the B or the O?
B. I don't like strait handles.
What NEMA model power plug connector (the plug that fits into the 240V garage wall outlet) is on the Lightning MTS 275?
6-50. which is the US standard for all 240V 1 phase welders.
I am using 0.030 MIG wire with my Lightning MTS 275. The rollers are labelled 0.9 and 1.2. I assume that I should be using the 0.9 side for my 0.030 wire. Right? Or are there others ones available?
Jim,
If you look at the manual, you'll see that .9mm is .035". It is not to be used for .030" wire, which is .8. It will slip and not feed correctly. Incidentally, a welder that large should probably be used with at least .035" wire anyway. That is why it comes with .035" and .045" drive rolls. You can purchase additional drive rolls from the site. Look under Parts, and MIG. You find the double drive roll kits there.