Eastwood MIG 180 Multi-Process Welder

What it welds

The Eastwood MIG 180 Multi-Process Welder is a multi-process; its listing doesn't state an output range, so check the rating plate.

The listing doesn't give a duty cycle with its amperage, which makes long beads hard to plan; the rating plate or manual should state it. Why it matters.

Processes, per the maker: not listed in detail. Most multi-process machines' TIG is DC lift-arc, so no aluminium unless AC is stated. Choosing a process.

Use a lens of at least OSHA's minimum shade for the current: shade 10 or darker for typical MIG work here. Shade chart.

Also on the listing: a weight of 84.4 lb.

Is it the right machine for the job?

Buy it for

A shop that does a bit of everything

Skip it for

What it does well, where it falls short

Does well

Multi-process
Pulse: Pulse TIG

Falls short

Duty cycle not stated with amps
Torches may be extra
Output range not stated

Power and setup notes

Ratings are the maker's own, stated under the maker's conditions. Follow the manual, wear eye protection of at least OSHA's minimum shade, keep combustibles away, ventilate, and have a licensed electrician install new circuits.

Rated output and specs

Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.

Model number	MIG 180	Retailer
Product weight	84.4 lb	Retailer
Size	MIG 180 and TIG 220 AC/DC	Retailer
Material	Steel	Retailer
Power	Corded Electric	Retailer
Input power	Dual-Voltage	Retailer
AC / DC	ac/dc	Retailer
Pulse	Pulse TIG	Retailer