Dynasty 200DX setup

[NewbieMatt]

I'm considering a Dynasty 200, and I have a couple question. I have a regulator, and most of the stuff needed, except a torch with a thumb control on it. I started off with a scratch start DC setup powered off a buzz box, and have the stuff left over from it. What do I need to complete the setup? I have a regulator, hose, etc to go to the welder, but is all I need going out is a torch with the heat control on it? If so what kind of electrical connection should I look for, 14pin? I guess it doesn't make sense to buy the kit if all I really would need is the torch.

[dseman]

So far you've indicated you have a regulator and a gas hose that connects to the gas input of the machine, correct? You say you have 'most of the stuff needed'.That means you already know what stuff you need, correct? If this is not correct, then here is what you need:
Tig torch that is either air cooled or water cooled. Water cooler for water cooled torch. No water cooler for air cooled torch. Supply of various tungstens, gas cups, gas lenses, and collets. Proper connectors to match the tig torch to the machine. This is probably a DINSE electrical connector. Your owner's manual or the pdf doc. at the miller website will tell you. Match the gas connection of the tig torch to the gas valve output of the tig machine. You will need a work connection, work lead, and ground clamp to complete the circuit. The regulator should be for Argon and not CO2. Flowmeters are more accurate, but are not necessary. If you want to have remote amperage control either by your foot or hand, then you will need a remote control. Many manufacturers here. This machine uses a 14pin with probably a 1kohm potentiometer. Miller and others make these. Depending on what you plan to weld you will need appropriate filler metals in various sizes. Good set of close-fitting tig gloves would also help.

-dseman

[NewbieMatt]

I went with the miller accessory kit, I figure I could use my other regulator, and hose and build a back gas purging setup if I ever need it (doubt it). Either way, I should get everything on friday, I hope, I ordered it from cyberweld.com, local shops were way too high. What style of regulator is better, the flow meter with the ball that floats up, or the standard gauge style?

[dseman]

The flowmeter type is more accurate, but for home and non-professional useage there is no reason why you can't use the type you have. Gas settings for shielding is not as critical as say setting the flow rates for an O/A torch. You want enough gas preflow time to remove any moisture that might be in the cup, enough postflow time to cool the tungsten and weld pool, and enough flow rate to push the ambient air out of the way. I like gas lenses because they allow me to move the tungsten tip further from the end of the cup and they require about 30-50% less gas flow-rate. If you don't have it already, go to the miller site and look for 'The Student Package' of educational materials. It costs $25, and is a great deal containing 13 publications--one of which is a very good book on TIG.

-dseman