I just purchased my first TIG machine -- a Miller Econo Twin HF. I have also downloaded a manual for the machine. The front panel of the machine has a two-prong receptical labeled "Remote High Frequency." The manual has a little blurb about this connection device, but does not not gove me a good idea of what function(s) it performs.
Am I correct in thinking that one can plug a foot operated switch (aka - remote contactor) into this connector?
If so, will the remote function only as an ON/Off switch, or will it function as a heat control device too?
The torch on my machine has a shield gas flow control knob. Is this an ON/Off control? If so, does anyone know a good reason why I should NOT or could not install a solenoid flow control valve?
Does anyone have helpful hints on using an Econo Twin HF? I mostly weld plain carbon steel, stainless, and the occassional bit of aluminum.
I am a hobbiest welder, and have a Miller 251 (I love that machine.)
Thanks for your replies.
alanallen
(a name so nice, I have it twice)
Am I correct in thinking that one can plug a foot operated switch (aka - remote contactor) into this connector?
If so, will the remote function only as an ON/Off switch, or will it function as a heat control device too?
The torch on my machine has a shield gas flow control knob. Is this an ON/Off control? If so, does anyone know a good reason why I should NOT or could not install a solenoid flow control valve?
Does anyone have helpful hints on using an Econo Twin HF? I mostly weld plain carbon steel, stainless, and the occassional bit of aluminum.
I am a hobbiest welder, and have a Miller 251 (I love that machine.)
Thanks for your replies.
alanallen
(a name so nice, I have it twice)
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