BEGINNER'S GUIDE How-To MIG Weld & Welding Basics

A MIG Welder is one of the most versatile tools you can have in your shop, it's easy to learn, and able to weld steel, stainless, and aluminum. We brought in our Pro: Vince to give us a complete beginner's guide to welding basics and How to MIG Weld - he covers technique, machine setup, gas and wire types, and more! Pickup the MIG 180 HERE: https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-mig-welder-180-amp-with-spool-gun.html?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=annotation&utm_campaign=2024-06-01&utm_content=mig+180+how-to-mig Need an Economical Welding Helmet?: https://www.eastwood.com/rockwood-auto-darkening-welding-helmet.html?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=annotation&utm_campaign=2024-06-01&utm_content=rockwood+helmet+how-to-mig Welding Jacket: https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-welding-jackets.html?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=annotation&utm_campaign=2024-06-01&utm_content=welding+jacket+how-to-mig MIG Welding Gloves: https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-leather-mig-welding-gloves.html?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=annotation&utm_campaign=2024-06-01&utm_content=welding+gloves+how-to-mig Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 00:21 - Definition 01:26 - Machine & Torch 03:37 - Shielding Gas 06:06 - Controls 07:28 - Inside Machine 08:42 - Safety 11:59 - Technique 16:54 - Metal Prep 18:12 - Welding Examples Eastwood's MIG 180 Welder Whether you're a professional or enthusiast, you can now get even more industrial-quality features like inverter technology and a spool gun in this hard-working, affordable MIG welder. Our R&D guys have been constantly improving our welders since 2009 and are proud of this newly designed Eastwood MIG 180 that's great for steel, aluminum and all-around metal fab and auto restoration. The excellent bead quality and performance matches and often exceeds more expensive MIG welders, making this a great welder for your shop. We've been helping DIYers and professionals do the job right since 1978 and are proud to stand behind this lightweight portable MIG 180 that's great for both new and experienced welders. MIG 180 Features: ✅ Operates on either 120V or 240V ✅ Welds mild and stainless steel, 24 gauge to 5/16" (3/16" on 120V) ✅ Welds aluminum, 14 gauge to 1/4" with included Spool Gun (1/8" on 120V) ✅ 30-180 amp welding range ✅ Latest IGBT inverter technology ✅ Lightweight and portable at less than 26 lbs ✅ Metal drive motor for smoothest operation ✅ Uses .023 - .035 wire in 4" and 8" spools ✅ Long ground, torch and power cables ✅ 2T/4T modes for long welds ✅ Tack weld setting for consistency in sheet metal ✅ 30% duty cycle at 180 Amps and 60% at 130 Amps ✅ Includes regulator and hose for optimum MIG welding ✅ Uses common Tweco style consumables ✅ Can also be used for Flux-Core welding if you don't have gas ✅ Compare to similar welders that sell for hundreds more ✅ Backed by Eastwood's no-hassle return policy and 3-year warranty For more information on Eastwood products visit www.eastwood.com or stay connected with the team via: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/eastwoodcompany Instagram - http://instagram.com/eastwoodco Eastwood has everything you need to do the job right when you're restoring a car, truck or motorcycle - from welders to paint and everything in between.