Forney Easy Weld 180 ST, 120/230V

The Forney Easy Weld 180 ST stick machine is dual-voltage, lightweight, easy to use, and generator friendly. Applications include do-it-yourself (DIY), maintenance and repair, and hobbyist. Perfect for beginner welders. Includes 8ft electrode holder and cable, 8ft ground clamp and cable 230 to 120-volt adapter, and 6ft power cord.

Welding Processes: DC Stick/TIG

Not recommended for aluminum welding

Lift start TIG only (no foot pedal operation)

TIG torch sold separately

Input Power: 1 Ph-50/60Hz

Welds up to 1/2" of mild steel

120V/230V multi-voltage power

Amperage Range: 10-90 amps for 120 volts; 10-180 amps for 230 volt

Duty Cycle: 80 Amp at 30% for 120 volt; 180 Amp at 25% for 230 volt

Recommended Forney Accessories and Consumables

ITEM# 85659 - 150 AMP TIG Torch

ITEM# 85364 - Argon/CO2 Flowmeter

ITEM# 56000 - Electrode Holder

ITEM# 93097 - Electrode Storage Container

ITEM# 54400 - Ground Clamp

ITEM# 70600 - Chipping Hammer

Recommended Electrodes (Performance May Vary by Brand)

E6010 and E6011: 3/32" (2.38 mm) at 30-75 amps; 1/8" (3.18 mm) at 35-120 amps; 5/32" (3.97 mm) at 80-160 amps

E6013: 1/16" (1.59 mm) at 20-50 amps, 3/32" (2.38 mm) at 40-90 amps; 1/8" (3.18 mm) at 50-130 amps; 5/32" (3.97 mm) at 90-180 amps

E7014: 3/32" (2.38 mm) at 40-90 amps; 1/8" (3.18 mm) at 60-130 amps; 5/32" (3.97 mm) at 90-180 amps

E7018: 3/32" (2.38 mm) at 50-100 amps; 1/8" (3.18 mm) at 80-160 amps; 5/32" (3.97 mm) at 90-180 amps

291 - Manual.pdf
291 - Quick Start Guide.pdf
291 - Spec Sheet.pdf

SP Hand Tools are covered against manufacturing defects or faulty materials. This warranty does not cover overloading, abuse, misuse, and/or normal wear and tear. All SP Hand Tools are designed and manufactured for specific purposes, and if not used for that intended purpose, they will not be covered by the lifetime warranty. Exemptions - All measuring equipment (12-month warranty), battery-operated wrenches (24-month warranty), striking and cutting tools (6-month warranty).