why is Campbell-hausfeld so cheap??

[dyn88]

I wouldnt be surprised to see that the CH was made in china.

[d-dawgg]

ya on the wheelchair persons car build.

Are you sure

[d-dawgg]

thats messed, i saw a CH welder on monster garage

[rb455ho]

Both of thoses guys make good sense. Again buy cheap get cheap!!!!! I had a CH compressor and it lasted for 8 months of very minimal use. On the other hand I purchased a compressor from Grainger that lasted 10 years. You might as well flush that $200.00 down the toilet as I cannot imagine that CH makes a quality anything. I know this seems harsh but quality should prevail. Price is important but not always #1.

[oldudbob]

The same reason a BMW, in most cases, costs more than a Ford. They both will get you from point A to point B, but the BMW will be more comfortable, handle better and probably last longer. Not to mention your friends, who are welders, will be more impressed with the Miller. Like with most things it really doesn't pay in the long run go go cheap. This certainly is true with tools and equipment. I good welder that is taken care of will last a long time.

[Sberry]

Its simple, low price sells. A lot of people dont think about value, they think about purchase price and thats as far as it goes. There is absolutely no comparison with a 200$ Walmart welder and a Hobart Handler or MM. The better machine works better and will keep going years after the CH has a thick layer of dust on it from sitting broken.

[d-dawgg]

why is Campbell-hausfeld so freakin cheap? you can get a welder that does 24 Ga. up to 3/16'' for $200 !!! Here is a link: http://www.chpower.com/index.asp click on welders (almost top right side of page).