Fair Price for Stainless Steel Square Tube???

[bkloos]

MMW,

I just called Penn last night, and they gave me a similar price to where I found the 9.70/ft price...

The frame will be holding at times up to 40 gallons of water along with additional features, adding up to a "lot" of weight. This was why I thought 0.120...

[bkloos]

Hey Guys,

I'm planning on building a home brewing system, and the frame will be built out of 2"x2"x0.120" stainless square tube. the best price I have seen so far is $9.70/ft, for between 40-60'. I've heard of others who have gotten the stuff much cheaper...
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[bkloos]

...or one of these?

http://cgi.ebay.com/200-Amps-Inverte...QQcmdZViewItem

Thanks,

Bryan

[bkloos]

Hey Guys,

What ist he deal with these cheap units offered on Ebay?

http://cgi.ebay.com/40-Amps-Plasma-C...QQcmdZViewItem

Thanks,

Bryan

[bkloos]

Sounds like we are making progress....

So, now let ma ask a general question.

How hard is it to learn to tig weld. Assuming I am smart, capable of seeking out knowledge (either from others or the web), and willing to practice, is it reasonable to think that I can learn...

[bkloos]

1. I've got a 220/40 breaker installed for an old hot-tub which is no longer in use.
2. Prtability is not essential, but a nice option.
3. I don't plan to weld aluminum.
4. Keep it for a while, and then upgrade in the future if the power is on the weak side...

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[bkloos]

OK guys, I've been doing some homework....

WRT the Maxstar, how beneficial is the HF/pulse start on the STH models... Would this be missed on the STH.

Secondly, what do you guys think about the econotig, versus the Maxstar. Seems like the econotig has more power, ac/dc...

[bkloos]

Mudsplasher,
You got mail!

BK

[bkloos]

Hey There,

Is your unit still on the market? I'm looking for a decent starter set-up that will get me rolling with tig. I have another thread going with more information...

http://www.millerwelds.com/education...osted=1#post55...

[bkloos]

Thanks Guys,

I really appreciate all the help and advice...

So, I currently live in NYC, but will be doing most of the fabrication at my fathers home in CT. Anyone in the hood? I've got beer!!!

The smaller units do look appealing, and the price seems tollerable....

[bkloos]

Thanks for the information....

Would it be possible for you to suggest some models to keep an eye out for on ebay and elsewhere?

Thanks,

Bryan

[bkloos]

Hey Guys,

So here is the deal... I am building a homebrewery system, and I will need to do some welding. I should mention now that I know very little of welding, but I am a quick learn.

So, the basic welding needs e for the stand and the brew kettles/fittings. All will...