Description
The Force 160MST is a punchy MIG/Stick/TIG package, that is extremely compact and weighs just 9kg - ideal for serious hobbyist & trade use. 160 amps MIG output, lift-TIG capability, LCD displays, and Spool-Gun compatability are some of the unique features not normally found on other machines in this class. Comes with 3m BZL 15 euro-connect MIG torch, 0.8/0.9mm drive rollers for both gas and gasless wire, 3m earth and stick leads, 10A plug fitted, and 7-year warranty offer. Maximum recommended MIG welding capacity of 6mm mild steel.
APPLICATION
The 160MST is designed for serious hobbyist and light trade use.
FUNCTIONS
- MIG (Gas / Gasless)
- Stick
- TIG (Lift-Arc)
AT A GLANCE:
- 160A @ 20% max MIG output
- Weld up to 6mm Mild Steel (max MIG capacity)
- Fitted with 10A 240V plug
KEY FEATURES:
- Industry-first 7-year warranty**
- Takes 1kg (D100mm) or 5kg (D200mm) spools
- Digital Readout Displays
- Weighs only 9kg - compact, robust & lightweight
- Euro-connect MIG torch
- Spool-Gun ready*
APPLICATION & CAPABILITY:
- For light-to-medium trade/field/site, maintenance, and serious hobbyist use
- Suitable for MIG welding ≤160A with solid mild steel (0.6/0.8/0.9mm), gasless flux-cored (0.8/0.9mm), stainless-steel (0.8/0.9mm), and aluminium (0.9/1.0mm) wires
- Stick welding ≤140A with most types of common electrodes (2.0-3.2mm), including steel & stainless
- TIG welding ≤140A (DC lift-arc) of steel, stainless, copper & chrome molly up to 3mm max thickness
- NOT suitable for TIG welding of aluminium (this requires AC/DC TIG capability, such as the Force 201T machine)
INCLUDES:
- MIG Torch BZL 15 3m Euro-connect*
- Earth Lead 3m
- Stick Lead 3m
- Driver Roller for 0.8/0.9mm steel/solid wire
- Driver Roller for 0.8/0.9mm gasless wire
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES & COMMON SPARE PARTS:
- Gas Regulator (part no 4-AR1)
- Gas Hose Kit (WC-03338)
- Spool Gun BZL 25 5m (WC-06610)
- TIG Torch #17FV 4m (part no WC-00992)
- T100 Welding Trolley (part no WC-06235)
- MIG Torch Spares (BZL 15)
- Drive Rollers
RELATED INFO & ARTICLES
- Spool & Wire Feed Set Up for 160MST
- Warranty Registration
- 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
- What is TIG welding? About the TIG process,
- TIG Welding: What is Scratch-Start, Lift-Arc, and HF Ignition?
*Euro-connect torch and spool-gun capability is available only on 160MST MK2 model only, launched Feb 2024. Prior model has direct-connect torch and does not have spool gun capability
**Standard warranty 2 years, with extended 7 year warranty available if registered online after purchase, click here for details.
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