Fair price for a Miller Synchrowave 180? - Lateral-g Forums

Rhino · #1 03-28-2012, 08:06 AM

Thanks again guys, I appreciate it.

Would you mind elaborating on that Rick? If I'm understanding you correctly the Syncrowave is less efficient and has a higher input draw for the same output amperage?
I don't expect it to be too much of an issue, but it never hurts to be informed.

I'm planning on doing mostly sheetmetal and thin aluminum with this machine. I've got an existing MIG that handles most of the heavy stuff currently.

68protouring454 · #2 03-28-2012, 10:01 AM

as long as you can have a 50 amp two pole breaker in your panel and feed it with #6 or #8 copper you will be all set.

Rhino · #3 03-28-2012, 01:10 PM

Thanks Jake, it looks like I'll be good.

The WidowMaker · #4 03-28-2012, 08:59 PM

i think the 800 range is correct. i was looking at a used 180 about 2 years ago for the same. size became an issue and i spent a ton on a 200dx. really happy with it though. if i were to do it over i might have gotten the diversion for about 1/2 the cost.

rwhite692 · #5 03-29-2012, 08:16 PM

800 to 1000 is about right, The big disadvantage to these transformer machines are their size and weight. I inherited mine (my Dad bought it new in 2003). They are good machines. You can determine the total number of operating hours (welding time) on these machines, by following the steps on page 20 of the manual:

http://www.google.com/search?q=syncr...ient=firefox-a

Rhino · #6 03-30-2012, 07:38 AM

Fantastic! Thanks again for all the help guys, It's what makes this place great.

I'm going to talk to the owner again tonight.

Hotrod1 · #7 12-13-2012, 07:14 PM

I bought one (180SD) several years ago for $1100 during the recession. I recently sold it for $1400. Found a used (used twice) dynasty 200 for $2400. Both great machines but the dynasty has a lot of options and controls.