Max-Arc® R-TIG 180 AC/DC TIG Package

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Max-Arc® R-TIG 180 AC/DC Aluminium TIG Welder - Ready to weld package - 230V

The Max-Arc® R-TIG 180 AC/DC is a compact yet powerful inverter TIG welder designed for professional fabricators, maintenance engineers and serious DIY users who require high-quality AC and DC TIG welding in a portable package.

Offering 180 Amps of welding power, the R-TIG 180 is equally at home welding mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, copper, titanium and other non-ferrous materials.

High Frequency arc starting provides clean, contamination-free ignition, while the adjustable pulse and AC controls provide greater precision when welding thin materials and aluminium.

The machine also features an MMA welding mode, making it a versatile solution for workshop, fabrication, maintenance and repair applications.

Built using modern inverter technology, the R-TIG 180 delivers excellent arc stability, reduced power consumption and reliable performance from a standard 230V single-phase power supply.

Features and Benefits

  • 180 Amp AC/DC TIG inverter welder
  • High Frequency arc starting
  • AC TIG for welding aluminium and magnesium alloys
  • DC TIG for mild steel, stainless steel, copper and titanium
  • MMA welding function
  • Pulse TIG for improved heat control
  • Adjustable AC frequency
  • Adjustable pulse frequency
  • Adjustable base current
  • Adjustable current rise and drop times
  • Compact and portable design
  • Excellent arc stability
  • Efficient inverter technology
  • Operates from a 230V single-phase supply

Technical Specification

Specification Value
Input Voltage 230V ±10%, single phase, 50/60Hz
Input Power 5.3kVA
TIG Output Current - DC 5-180A
TIG Output Current - AC 10-180A
MMA Output Current 10-180A
Open Circuit Voltage 64V
Duty Cycle at 40°C 40% over a 10-minute cycle
Current Rise Time 0.1-5 seconds
Current Drop Time 0.1-5 seconds
Base Current 5-180A
Peak Current 5-180A
Pulse Frequency 0.1-25Hz
AC Frequency 20-150Hz
AC Balance Ratio 10-90%
Efficiency 85%
Protection Class IP23
Power Factor 0.743

Package Contents

  • 2 x 2.5m power cables fitted with a 7-pin EU plug
  • 300 Amp earth clamp with 1.8m, 25mm² cable and 35-50 quick connector
  • 200 Amp electrode holder with 2m, 25mm² cable
  • WP26 TIG torch with 3m lead, 10mm² copper cable and 35-50 quick connector

Typical Applications

  • Aluminium fabrication
  • Stainless steel fabrication
  • Mild steel fabrication
  • Automotive restoration
  • Motorsport fabrication
  • Motorcycle fabrication
  • Food processing equipment
  • Maintenance and repair
  • Workshop fabrication
  • Site maintenance

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this TIG welder weld aluminium?

Yes. The AC TIG function makes the Max-Arc R-TIG 180 ideal for welding aluminium and aluminium alloys.

Can it weld stainless steel?

Yes. Using DC TIG, the machine produces excellent weld quality on stainless steel, mild steel, copper and titanium.

Does it also stick weld?

Yes. The machine includes an MMA welding mode for electrodes.

Does it require a 3-phase supply?

No. It operates from a standard 230V single-phase mains supply.

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