Stick / TIG Welder - FORCE 180ST*

 FUNCTIONS:

• Stick / MMA
• TIG (Lift-Arc)

 AT A GLANCE:

• 180A max output (Stick) @ 18% duty cycle
• Weld up to 4.0mm (max electrode size)
• Fitted with 15A 240V plug

 KEY FEATURES:

• Industry-first 7-year warranty*
• Weighs only 4.5kg - compact, robust & lightweight
• LCD Digital Meter
• Adjustable Hot Start & Arc Force
• Optional VRD (Supplied as standard with VRD NOT active. VRD can be activated by an authorised agent/distributor if required)
• Generator Compatible - min 8kva, ideal 10+kva
• Stressed-Tested - to 440V & over-specified componentry for reliability

 INCLUDES:

• Earth Lead 4m
• Stick Lead 4m
• Shoulder Strap
• Cable Strap
• Long Power Lead 3m

 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES:

• TIG Torch 17FV 4m (# WC-00992)
• Gas Regulator (part no 4-AR1)

 RELATED INFO & ARTICLES:

• Warranty Registration
• Power plugs on single-phase Welders: Your questions answered
• What is an Inverter Welder (or plasma cutter)? About Inverter technology
• What is Duty Cycle & How is it Calculated?
• Using Generators to power inverter welders & plasma cutters
• What is MMA (stick) welding? About the MMA process
• MMA (Stick) Welding: What is Hot Start, Arc Force & Anti-Stick?
• MMA (Stick) Welding: What is Open Circuit Voltage (OCV)?
• What is TIG welding? About the TIG process
• TIG Welding: What is Scratch-Start, Lift-Arc and HF Ignition?

*Standard warranty 2 years, with extended 7 year warranty available if registered online after purchase, click here for details.

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Len - QLD
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Comments: Good the other one I had was 22 years old 03/08/24 16:26


Mark - NSW
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All good
29/08/24 17:46


Stefan and Annette - QLD
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Easy to use. Compact, light weight and runs a nice weld
17/08/24 15:47


Dwayne - NSW
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great welder, light weight and easy to use
18/07/24 17:18


David - NSW
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Comments:
Easy consistent welds lightweight machine . Second one I’ve bought and would purchase again
17/07/24 07:55


Codie - QLD
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Comments: Has been perfect for my needs
26/06/24 14:49


Haldane - QLD
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Comments:
Great product. Perfect for what I need in the shed and on-site!
12/06/24 06:09


Damon - NSW
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Comments:
Very good easy to weld
09/05/24 15:58


Brent - VIC
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Comments: Bought the welder for my partners birthday. I wanted him to have a decent one for home to make his life easier and not need to rely on other people. He always thought he was a rubbish welder, but turns out the welders he had were rubbish! He said yours make his welds 100 times better. He's very happy and excited with it. I had no option but having to buy it when I did as I wanted it to be a surprise for his birthday. When I went to the shop they told me about your promo with a free table and $70 off, but I was a day early. I wasn't able to go back through the week due to work and living so far away (nearly two hours!) They were going to have a chat to one of your reps to see if you could send some QR code out to me, but sadly no one at the store ever got back to me, is there anything you can do from your end? End of the day, he feels good about his present and the kit was top value for money. Thanks heaps
28/04/24 21:23


David - SA
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Comments: MST 180 mig welding was smooth and good penetration very happy with the large gun just wish there was a quick coupling for to gas line
01/03/24 18:57


Matt - WA
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Comments:
The machine was easy to set up with the new gasless wire roll. I selected the correct polarity by easily swapping cables. It had been a while since I’d used a welder, so I wasn’t sure how I’d go. I laid a decent bead, first run - absolutely grinning! The quickstart guide was spot on with the voltage / wire speed settings. I want to thank Darrin Lane at Broome Bolts for recommending this machine and brand over my initial request. I’m also stoked that Weldclass is an Australian company!
27/02/24 23:43


Peter - NSW
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Comments: Great product.
01/12/23 08:11


Mathew - VIC
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Comments:
Very easy to set, makes me look like I can weld!
20/01/24 12:06

Andrew - SA
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Comments:
Worked like a dream, easy to set up and use, results were bang on!
08/01/24 09:36

Lorraine Dennis - QLD
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Comments: very easy to use
07/09/23 20:49

Mick - NSW
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Comments: Great
08/09/23 16:10

Tony - SA
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happy.
04/09/23 12:20


Marcus - QLD
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Comments: Has that quality feel about all the components. 26/08/23 12:08

Gia - WA
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Comments:
So far so good. I love it And want to learn so more about aluminum welding
18/08/23 12:05

Peter - NSW
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Comments: Good welder
16/08/23 12:47

Stephen - NSW
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Comments: Value for money
31/07/23 18:55

Peter - WA
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Great compact set up of a machine
24/07/23 13:10

Craig - QLD
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Comments: Super excellent
24/07/23 13:14

Jeff - NSW
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Comments: Great
12/07/23 09:42

Tim - NSW
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Little Ripper
04/07/23 13:40

Nicholas - NT
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great machine and the 7-year warranty is unbeatable!
04/07/23 16:43

Timotei - QLD
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It’s a nice machine
04/07/23 16:52

Daniel - QLD
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Comments: Have only used it on the MMA setting so far but it's a good clean and strong looking weld, very happy with the welder.
22/06/23 1:21 PM

Julian - QLD
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Comments: It just blew my mind I used it yesterday after I pursued it, and I’m very impressed and I own kemppi, Cebora and Fronius welding machines this little unit is right up there used the machine all day and I cannot faulted and I’m still going today can’t get enough. 02/06/23 12:13 PM

Alan - QLD
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Comments: Easy to set up and get started. Great warranty 31/03/23 9:05 AM


Ray - NSW
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Great welder, stick and mig fantastic. I havn't used the tig yet but look forward to trying it.
18/03/23 2:11 PM

Merv - QLD
How likely would you be to recommend this product to a friend? (10 = very likely) = 8
Comments: So far it has worked to expectations but only used for some test pieces
11/11/22 8:44 AM

Anthony - QLD
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have just atarted using it & love it
08/03/23 2:19 PM

Scott - QLD
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Hi I am a 1st time user of the 180 mig tig and stick welder and highly recommend it it has done everything I had been told about this product Thanks Scotty
07/03/23 6:12 PM

Robert - S
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Comments: Set up quickly although didn't like the gas hose supplied too hard and not easy to seal with hose clamps, used my existing hose in the end. Seems like it is a quality machine,
21/02/23 3:36 PM

Peter - SA
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Comments: New to mig welding, 1 hour practice/setup and am welding like a pro. Next challenge is aluminium welding with this machine
15/02/23 7:03 AM

John - QLD
How likely would you be to recommend this product to a friend? (10 = very likely) = 9
Comments: Purchased this 180 MST welder as my other was not able to be fixed. The weld class is the same weight as my old one and works extremely well for what I do . I am very happy.
15/02/23 9:04 AM

Chris - SA
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Comments: Great simple portable machine to use 10/12/22 9:08 PM

Scott - WA
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This system is super easy to start up and work with. I am running the gasless mig wire and it works perfectly.
28/11/22 6:44 PM

Peter - QLD
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Comments: The guys really liked the bag it came with and the straps that will separate the leads they thought that was a great feature. The welder is a great size to fit in the trailer. The control panel is a great also.
25/11/21 15:07

Josh - NSW
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Excellent machine. So glad I purchased it
15/11/22 9:28 AM

Jeff - NSW
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Comments: Neat
06/10/22 7:49 PM


Adam - NSW
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Great home welder. Does more then needed for trailers caravan etc.
30/09/22 3:47 PM

Ken - VIC
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: Does what I need it to do, can't fault it.
08/09/22, 12:01 pm

Rob - WA
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Comments: The ability to be able to turn VRD on & off was a huge selling point for me. Most new machines have it on & cant be turned off. Good stable ark & 4m leads are an advantage over the other machines on the market. All round I am well pleased with my purchase.. 20/07/22, 2:10 pm

Peter - QLD
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have only just received it, yet to use it, but size and weight is exceptional
21/01/22 3:00 PM
North star - NSW
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Comments: Excellent so far
28/08/21 3:16 PM

Keith - QLD
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10/09/21 9:57 PM

Sam - NSW
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Comments: Great
10/08/22 22:05


Sam - NSW
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Comments: Great thanks
04/08/22 18:20


Sandy - NSW
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02/08/21 3:23 PM

Colin - QLD
How likely would you be to recommend this product to a friend? (10 = very likely) = 10 Comments: So far easy set-up and easy operation, nice and light ,welds beautifully..
26/07/21 11:51 PM

Central - QLD
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Comments: Quality small machine
18/07/22 16:20


Herman -
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Comments:
Good service 26/06/21 2:20 AM

Bradley - WAHow likely would you be to recommend this product to a friend? (10 = very likely) =
Comments: Looks the goods. Does what it’s meant to do Overall. Happy with the purchase
02/06/21 9:33 PM

Brad - QLD
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Comments: Outstanding performance in a small lightweight package
31/05/21 4:28 PM

Mari - QLD
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Comments: Staff were great and the machine works well.
25/05/22 00:25


Anthony - QLD
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Comments: MY TRANSMIG 175 DECIDED TO PACK IT IN.....I CHOSE THE 180MST FOR IT'S SIMILAR SIZE. WHAT A PLEASURE TO WELD WITH.....SMOOTH TROUBLE FREE WELDING. I WAS WELDING A STEEL RACK PROJECT AND MY NEIGHBOR EVEN COMMENTED ON HOW SMOOTH AND ''NICE'' MY MACHINE SOUNDED. HE IS NOW LOOKING TO PURCHASE ONE FOR HIMSELF....
24/05/21 12:26 AM

Nathan - NSW
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Comments: Great compact size, works really well. Packs up into the carry back with the leads perfectly.
09/05/22 18:29


Ian - NSW
How likely would you be to recommend this product to a friend? (10 = very likely) = 6
Comments: Happy so far
05-Feb-2021

Steve - SA
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Comments: great potable lightweight for welding cattle yards
25-Jan-2021

Gabriel - QLD
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Comments: have not used it yet. will try it very soon, perhaps late today or early this week. at this stage i like the light weight and various other features, the carry bag etc,etc
20-Dec-2020

Gerard - VIC
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Comments: Top machine & very light
01-Oct-2020

Gerard - VIC
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Comments: only been using it a week and find it excellent
01-Sep-2020

Scott - QLD
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Comments: Very smooth arc, easy to use. Worth the money.
01-Jul-2020

Gavin - QLD
Bit disappointed that it didn’t come with a hard plastic carry case
30-Jun-2020

Scott - QLD
Nice to use. Very smooth arc
26-Jun-2020

Scott - NSW
First impression is excellent, purchased from Milton hardware because they know thier stuff and wouldn't stock crap.
30-Jan-2020

Stacey - QLD
It is a great little machine.
11-Apr-2020

Tony - QLD
I have only used it briefly thus far and have only made several welds. Unbelievably easy to operate and already a huge improvement on past machines I have experienced.
05-May-2020

Cameron - VIC
Awesome machine. Small, compact and perfect for job
12-May-2020

Lex - QLD
After using an old tmfr type for 40 years with limted output this mechine is a game changer
27-May-2020

Kieran Mallie - QLD
Good
21-Nov-2019

Brad Elgar - VIC
Light and runs smoothly
19-Sept-2019

Michael Foresto - QLD
Great little machine, the features on this machine are great like the arc force and hot start adjustments. I usually only mig weld at work but this machine makes my arc welding so much better and give me the confidence to use arc welding.
27-Jun-2019