HTP Invertig 221

[Sieg]

How does this Radnor helmet compare spec wise to your Jackson W60?
http://www.airgas.com/browse/product...ct=RAD64005221
Solar panel vs AAA batteries?

[GregWeld]

So here's what happens with my solar powered Optrel.... I might not weld more than 5 minutes worth - for weeks at a time... maybe a couple months go by... and the Optrel is DOA..... and needs to be laid outside in the sun to recharge. Guess what happens with that in the winter in the Pacific NorthWET.

If you're welding all the time - it stays charged up. Kinda hard to weld enough to charge it up - so that I can actually use it to weld with huh?

Good enough answer?


If I'm doing a big azz project - it's not a problem... but I own FOUR helmets... so if the Optrel isn't working - it's pretty easy to grab another.


It's like the stupid 1/4" drive digital Snap-On torque wrench --- how often is it used - I always take the batteries out -- then have to find some and load it up for the 3 bolts that need torquing. Never again.... just give me a friggin' tool that works when I pick it up!

[GregWeld]

Originally Posted by Sieg

How does this Radnor helmet compare spec wise to your Jackson W60?

Just to show you that I'm not "hide bound" to any one brand.... I present you with the Weld welding helmet collection... To wit: Optrel - Speedglass - Jackson - Radnor

The Radnor is a pile of crap. End of story.

I will send you TWO to try out - since I do actually use this stuff - believe it or not... when I'm not posting on Lat G. You pick two - forget the Radnor you won't like it.

[Sieg]

Bradington Young wingback recliner? Nice shop furniture, I'm sitting in mine.

[GregWeld]

Originally Posted by Sieg

Bradington Young wingback recliner? Nice shop furniture, I'm sitting in mine.

Yes! I just moved it and the desk and a couple other chairs down from the mezzanine -- because I bought all new "hot rod" furniture at SEMA last year and finally got around to assembling it and put it up there. With two kids -- one of them will want this "old" stuff. The Bradington I might keep.

I was a furniture rep / distributor for years.... I have connections still. :>)


The new stuff!

[Ketzer]

Originally Posted by GregWeld

My new Jackson is GREAT!


This is a review of an older cheaper model -- you get what you pay for. Pay me now or pay me later - there's a reason people say that.

I am thinking I should try one of these also. I just about have to put a spotlight on my work to be able see it. Maybe my 5 year old Miller isn't cutting it?

Jeff-

[GregWeld]

Originally Posted by Ketzer

I am thinking I should try one of these also. I just about have to put a spotlight on my work to be able see it. Maybe my 5 year old Miller isn't cutting it?

Jeff-

Jeff -- OLD eyes just aren't as sharp as young ones are... and the helmets are like anything else - the technology just keeps improving.

What I think is a good advantage for the Jackson W60 -- is that for most guys with only ONE helmet to buy -- it will do A LOT... Comfort is a personal thing so that's why I think people need to try stuff out. With TIG -- and thin materials - the RANGE is important.

[Ketzer]

Thanks GW. My eyes are only 47 but they've been behind rapidly thickening glasses for most of that time. I said my Miller was 5 years old but it turns out it's 10. Way before digital, still has turn knobs inside. Has been a good tool but I could use another.
Also, probably not a big deal to most, batteries. My Miller uses a funky numbered watch battery that isn't everywhere. Would be nice to throw a couple AAAs in there and be done.


Jeff-

[Sieg]

Actually felt like I started to grasp this TIG stuff experimenting tonight..... gradual heat, puddle, speed, positioning, motion, patience. This photo is with stainless and no filler.......baby steps.



Another bottle of Argon and a good helmet and who knows.

[GregWeld]

It's the right color.... I see dimes in there...

Not bad for an old blind guy!