my welding suply guy is realy pushing this. i been saving for the dyn200DX but thinking can only afford the syncrowave 180. was talking to my dealer about it and he said he just had a demo from thermal arc. he said he was real impressed and thought i should consider this unit as it has a hier duty cycle than the syncro 180 and 5 more amps on the top side. anyone used thermal arc.
here is the stats on it
The new PRO-WAVE 185TSW from Thermal Arc® handles just about any TIG welding job while generating True-Square wave AC/DC output with full range capability from 185 amps down to 5 amps.
Weighing less than 42 lbs., the PRO-WAVE 185TSW packs outstanding value and performance into a highly portable, surprisingly compact design. Standard features include Current Sloper, Current Pulser and variable frequency, wave balance control, and Lift or HF assisted starting. The 185TSW also has a digital AMP/volt meter, gas solenoid valve and remote control capabilities. Thermal Arc backs the 185TSW with a three-year warranty.
The PRO-WAVE 185TSW incorporates new Voltage Reduction Device (VRD), technology designed to prevent accidental electric shock. It reduces the Open Circuit Voltage (OCV) when the power supply is not in use, but does not hinder performance.
All functions and controls are easily set through pushbutton switches on the front panel. Each function is marked by a symbol and lighted LED that clearly marks which function is being adjusted.
The 185TSW yields welds with superior purity and exceptionally clean appearance, as well as x-ray quality welds on all metals. Precise wave shaping allows the operator to control the cleaning, penetration, and heat input of any aluminum application. The 185TSW is a member of Thermal Arc’s complete family of “next generation” inverter power supplies for STICK (SMAW), TIG (GTAW), MIG (GMAW) and multi-process applications.
FEATURES:
Smart Logic -Eliminates damage if machine is accidentially installed to the improper voltage. Push-Buton Control Panel - Easy Access to all functiones and controls. True Square Wave AC Output - Provides AC Tig wave-shaping to control weld control. Pulse Mode(Standard) - Fully adjustable pulse parameters for precise control of weld shape. Tig Modes(Slope-Repeat and Spot)-Control over the Start and Weld Crater repeatable weld cycle. Remote Receptacle - Allows remote devices to be conected for controlling amperage and output contactor. Warning Code Circuitry - Alerts operator of power supply abnormalities. VRD Inside- VRD stands for Voltage Reduction Device , it reduces the OCV when the power supply is not in use.Eliminates the need for add on voltage reducers and has no effect on arc starting.
Output Range 5-185 amps DC and 10-185 amps AC.
Duty Cycle 40% at 180 amps Stick
Duty Cycle 30% at 180 amps Tig
Dimensions : 14"x 7" x 16.5"
Weight 40 lbs.
Tig Package: 12.5 air cooled tig torch, and accessory kit, Work Clamp with 10' cable,Stick electrode holder with 13' cable, Argon Regulator, Gas Hose and Remote Foot Control.
Dimensions : 14"x 7" x 16.5" Weight 40 lbs
it looks real good on paper and dealer said it ran well for him with a good setup sheet
should i go for it or the syncrowave 180
any thoughts welcome
thanks
here is the stats on it
The new PRO-WAVE 185TSW from Thermal Arc® handles just about any TIG welding job while generating True-Square wave AC/DC output with full range capability from 185 amps down to 5 amps.
Weighing less than 42 lbs., the PRO-WAVE 185TSW packs outstanding value and performance into a highly portable, surprisingly compact design. Standard features include Current Sloper, Current Pulser and variable frequency, wave balance control, and Lift or HF assisted starting. The 185TSW also has a digital AMP/volt meter, gas solenoid valve and remote control capabilities. Thermal Arc backs the 185TSW with a three-year warranty.
The PRO-WAVE 185TSW incorporates new Voltage Reduction Device (VRD), technology designed to prevent accidental electric shock. It reduces the Open Circuit Voltage (OCV) when the power supply is not in use, but does not hinder performance.
All functions and controls are easily set through pushbutton switches on the front panel. Each function is marked by a symbol and lighted LED that clearly marks which function is being adjusted.
The 185TSW yields welds with superior purity and exceptionally clean appearance, as well as x-ray quality welds on all metals. Precise wave shaping allows the operator to control the cleaning, penetration, and heat input of any aluminum application. The 185TSW is a member of Thermal Arc’s complete family of “next generation” inverter power supplies for STICK (SMAW), TIG (GTAW), MIG (GMAW) and multi-process applications.
FEATURES:
Smart Logic -Eliminates damage if machine is accidentially installed to the improper voltage. Push-Buton Control Panel - Easy Access to all functiones and controls. True Square Wave AC Output - Provides AC Tig wave-shaping to control weld control. Pulse Mode(Standard) - Fully adjustable pulse parameters for precise control of weld shape. Tig Modes(Slope-Repeat and Spot)-Control over the Start and Weld Crater repeatable weld cycle. Remote Receptacle - Allows remote devices to be conected for controlling amperage and output contactor. Warning Code Circuitry - Alerts operator of power supply abnormalities. VRD Inside- VRD stands for Voltage Reduction Device , it reduces the OCV when the power supply is not in use.Eliminates the need for add on voltage reducers and has no effect on arc starting.
Output Range 5-185 amps DC and 10-185 amps AC.
Duty Cycle 40% at 180 amps Stick
Duty Cycle 30% at 180 amps Tig
Dimensions : 14"x 7" x 16.5"
Weight 40 lbs.
Tig Package: 12.5 air cooled tig torch, and accessory kit, Work Clamp with 10' cable,Stick electrode holder with 13' cable, Argon Regulator, Gas Hose and Remote Foot Control.
Dimensions : 14"x 7" x 16.5" Weight 40 lbs
it looks real good on paper and dealer said it ran well for him with a good setup sheet
should i go for it or the syncrowave 180

any thoughts welcome
thanks
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