
Originally Posted by
jeffcw30
Just got my 200dx and I started running beads . after about 10 min I would loose arc during weld. I would back off pedal. And nothing. Then it would run a few beads fine. First 45 min of use it happened about 4 times. I have read about people have ing to adjust. There points because of high frequency issue but can u loose an arc after weld bead has started?? Or do I have somting else going on ?? Thanks for your help
I thought the same thing with my 250EX but it was a circuit board problem. It would weld OK and then it would start to weaken as the arc would sputter and if I went past a certain point with the pedal, it would almost come to a stop.
I ended up getting a 1450 error code and so I had to send it in still under warranty. (Thank goodness for the 5 year warranty!) It was an amperage problem and so I still do not have it back after almost 5 weeks. I know they are going through a moving situation with Everlast's tech station so I cut them some slack with the fix.
I do miss my 250EX tig welder though. When it was working, it was a joy to use. I can't wait to get it back.
Powertig 250EX
Powerplasma 50
Hobart Handler 210 with spoolgun
Cobra 2000 / Henrob O/A torch
Drill press / metal brake / 36 ton air hydraulic press
Franzinated modified Craftsman 33 compressor
Lots of other metal working tools