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Hobart Stickmate 160i Dual Voltage DC Arc Welder Inverter, 120/240Volt, 20-160 Amp Output, Model# 500570

Item# 64031
Hobart Stickmate 160i Dual Voltage DC Arc Welder Inverter, 120/240Volt, 20-160 Amp Output, Model# 500570

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Hobart Stickmate 160i Dual Voltage DC Arc Welder Inverter, 120/240Volt, 20-160 Amp Output, Model# 500570

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  • Hot Start™ Technology for quick, easy and reliable arc starts
  • Arc welding capabilities
  • Ideal for welding mild steel, including extra-thick materials up to 1/8in. (120V), 3/8in. (240V)
  • Single phase input in 120/240V dual voltage
  • 20-160 Amp output with Infinite amperage adjustments in increments as small as 1 Amp

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Product Summary

This inverter-powered Hobart Stickmate® 160i Dual Voltage DC Arc Welder features single phase input with 120V/240V dual voltage capabilities. The dependable, portable stick welder is extra lightweight so you can bring the unit right to where you need to work. Exceptional power output allows you to weld materials that are too thick for most comparable machines. And best of all, it is designed to work the first time, every time!

What's Included

    (1) Stickmate 160i stick welder (1) 10ft. electrode cable (1) 10ft. work cable with clamp (1) 6.5ft. power cord (1) 120V MVP adapter (1) 240V MVP adapter

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Features + Benefits

  • Hot Start™ Technology for quick, easy and reliable arc starts
  • Arc welding capabilities
  • Ideal for welding mild steel, including extra-thick materials up to 1/8in. (120V), 3/8in. (240V)
  • Single phase input in 120/240V dual voltage
  • 20-160 Amp output with Infinite amperage adjustments in increments as small as 1 Amp
  • Duty Cycle: 20% @ 120V; 30% @ 240V
  • DC output for fewer arc outages, less sticking, less spatter, and great arc control
  • Adjustable shoulder strap for easy portability
  • Extremely lightweight design
  • Includes 10ft. electrode cable with heavy-duty holder, 10ft. work cable with clamp and 6.5ft. power cord with MVP™ adapters for 120V or 240V connections
  • Hobart 5/3/1 Industrial Warranty - Five-year warranty on transformers, stabilizers and main rectifiers; three years on generators, PC boards and drive systems; and one year on guns (MIG, plasma and TIG torches)

Key Specs

AttributeSpecification

item#

64031

Brand

Hobart

Manufacturer's Warranty

5 year limited warranty

Ship Weight

23.4 LB

Volts

120/240

Max. Amps

160

Power Type

DC

Multi-process

No
AttributeSpecification

Duty Cycle

120v: 20%; 240v: 30%

Weldable Materials

Mild Steel

Min. Amps

20

Power Cord Length

6.5 ft

Clamp Cable Length

10 ft

Electrode Cable Length

10 ft

Product Weight

15.0000 lb

Dimensions L x W x H (in.)

13.37 x 7.12 x 10.5 in

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Questions & Answers

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  1. Can you add longer welding leads to this welder on 240v   If so how long?   What size generator will it run on?

    1. The maximum length of leads that you may use on the welder is 25 feet. The manufacturer recommends a generator with 10,000 continuous/running watts.

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    2. The maximum length of leads that you may use on the welder is 25 feet. You will need to insure that the correct gauge of lead is used. The generator will need to be a minimum of 7000 watt continuous to run the welder.

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  2. will the 160i run off a 7000watt generator

    1. The manufacturer recommends a generator with 10,000 continuous/running watts.

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    2. The welder would require a minimum of 13,000 surge watts and 10,500 running watts to run on a generator. See our Northstar generator, item #165603.

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  3. Will this welder weld with 6010 rod?

    1. Yes, it will run on direct current electrode positive (DCEP).

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    2. This 160i DC Stick Welder will work with 6010 welding electrodes. At this time, Northern Tool does not offer 6010 welding electrodes.

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  4. will this welder weld 1/4 inch steel plate or 3/8 inch steel plate 

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    1. The welder will weld mild steel up to 1/8" thick at 120 volt or up to 3/8" thick at 240 volt.

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  5. Can this machine weld cast iron?

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    1. This can be used to weld cast iron.

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  6. This machine Can weld stainless steel ??

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    1. This machine can weld stainless if stainless steel rods are being used. The stick electrodes should match the base metal being welded.

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  7. Can I welder aluminum with this machine?

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    1. Per the manufacturer, this machine does not have enough power to weld aluminum.

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  8. Will it weld 7018

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    1. This welder will weld 7018.

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  9. ¿what size awg cable for ground and electrode holder.?

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    1. The size of cable on the ground and electrode holder will be 8 AWG.

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  10. Is it 2 hots and a neutral then? Or is it 4 prong like the new stoves have to be?

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    1. It would have 2 hots and a ground.

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Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty

5 year limited warranty