- Sturdy construction for lasting performance
- Ideal for automotive applications and projects around the home
- Light-weight and easy usage
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About This Product
The Forney 298 100ST stick welder is an inverter power system. This makes the unit light-weight and easy to use. This is the perfect starter arc welder machine. At 90 Amp you can do some automotive applications and projects around the home. Has an inverter power system with 120-Volt input. 90 Amp output and TIG capable (sold separately). Handles up to 1/8 in. electrode. Welds 16-Gauge up to 5/16 in. Claims for warranty must be made within 6-months of the date of purchase. Proof of purchase required. This warranty does not cover any product that has been subject to misuse, neglect, negligence or accident or that has been used in any way contrary to the purpose intended.
Highlights
- Powerful design easily handles up to 1/4 in. mild steel
- Ideal for light/medium duty auto and ranch applications
- Easy to use, perfect for novice and beginning welders
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Specifications
Dimensions: H 11.5 in, W 7 in, D 15 in
Dimensions
Maximum welding wire size (in.) | 0 | Product Depth (in.) | 15 in |
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Product Height (in.) | 11.5 in | Product Width (in.) | 7 in |
Details
Duty Cycle (%) | 30 | Engine Power | Electric (DC) |
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Hertz (Hz) | 50/60Hz | Included | No Additional Items Included |
Input Power (Volts) | 120 | Material Application Thickness (in.) | 0.125 |
Maximum amperage output (amps) | 90 | Maximum Rod Size (in.) | .125 |
Minimum amperage output (amps) | 20 | Minimum welding wire size (in.) | 0 |
Process Application Type | AC Stick (SMAW) | Rated Output (Volts) | 120 |
Returnable | 90-Day | Welder Type | Arc |
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty | 6 month warranty on manufacturer defects |
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Questions & Answers
Where do you hook up the argon hose? Can’t seem to find it in the pictures
The 100 ST does not have integrated gas control for TIG welding. You must connect the gas hose on the TIG torch directly to your flow meter on the argon tank. Additionally, you must use a TIG torch with a gas valve to be able to control the flow of gas. Thank you for your question!
Can this weld 3/8" - 1/2" steel with. No issue?
The Forney 100ST (298) can single pass 1/4" material. For thicker welds, proper cleaning of the welds and heat treating of the material will allow for proper layering of welds to allow welding up to 1/2", or thicker, materials. Thank you for your question.
Has anyone used this welder as the dc power source for electrolysis?
The Forney 100ST has several safeties including a short protection that disables output if there is a short in order to protect the user. These safeties will not allow the machine to be used for this purpose. Thank you for your question!
Can this run 3/32 rods on a regular 110 outlet?
Yes, for the Forney Easy Weld 100 ST (298), 3/32" rods are the ideal size to run. Thank you for your question!
can the 100st tig weld aluminum? I've heard conflicting answers.
no it was not made to weld aluminum, to weld aluminum for a proper weld you will need a mig welder
The Forney 100 ST (298) cannot TIG weld aluminum as it only has a direct current (DC) output. Thank you for your question.
Will this unit run off of a portable generator?
Yes, the Forney 100ST (298) can be run off of a generator. The generator requirements are as follows: a minimum of 4000W of continuous power, no low-idle function (or the ability to turn off the low-idle function), and less than or equal to 5% THD. Thank you for your question!
What is the amperage input of this machine?
The Forney 100ST (298) has a maximum amp draw of 25A. Because of this high amp draw we recommend a 30 amp breaker on a 20amp receptacle (NEC 630.12b). Thank you for your question!
What might welder around 200dollars is the best one you have
Before buying, I compared the Forney 100ST welder quality factors to other brands at this price point: the electrical leads are heavier gauge copper cable with better insulation; cable plug-ins are brass. The power cord is heavy duty. The grounding clamp is a standout, heavy-duty for two-sided contact through a copper braided strap. The flip switches operate crisply and rotary dial switch turns smoothly. The unit housing has high fit and finish quality.
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Input Power (Volts) | |||
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120 | 230 | 230 | 120 |
Maximum amperage output (amps) | |||
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Maximum Rod Size (in.) | |||
.125 | 0.16 | 0.24 | .078125 |
Process Application Type | |||
AC Stick (SMAW) | DC Stick (SMAW) | DC Pulsed TIG (GTAW-P), DC Stick (SMAW) | DC Stick (SMAW) |
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0.125 | 0.5 | 10 | 0.0747 |
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