Rugged and portable, the Handler® 125 operates off 115-volt household current. Comes ready to weld without shielding gas using 0.030-0.035in. flux cored wire. This unit has a solenoid valve installed for welding with 0.023–0.030in. solid wire and gas shielding (when used with item# 164796). Use C-25 gas (75% argon/25% C02) on 22-gauge, 1/8in. steel for cleaner weld with less spatter. Use Tri-Max gas and stainless steel wire for welding on 16- to 12-gauge stainless steel. MIG gas upgrade kit available for greater versatility (see Item# 164796). U.S.A.
Item# 164795
Only $349.99
Volts
115
Amps
125
Duty Cycle
20% at 90 Amps, 19 Volts
Mig Ready
No, requires MIG conversion kit
Wire Feed Speed Control
Yes, 0 - 500 IPM
Weldable Metals
Steel, stainless steel, and aluminum
Weld Thickness (in.)
18-gauge to 3/16in. steel
Clamp Cable Length (ft.)
10
Regulator and Gas Hose Included
No
Shielding Gas Required
No
Welding Wire Diameter (in.)
0.023 -0.035
Cart
No
Dimensions L x W x H (in.)
9 7/8 x 12 1/8 x 16 7/8
Comfortable H-9 gun with liner for 0.023-0.035in. wire
Welds up to 3/16in. steel with flux core wire
Three 0.030in. contact tips
1 lb. spool of 0.030in. self-shielding flux cored wire
Spool shaft to accommodate 4in. spools
Weld setup cart
Amperage output: 30–125 Amps
Maximum open circuit voltage: 29V
Wire feed speed range: 0–415 IPM (0–11 MPM); 0–500 IPM (0–13 MPM) at no load
Built-in contactor makes wire electrically "cold" until trigger is pulled
Self-reseting thermal overload
Model 500487
5/3/1 Industrial Warranty 5-year warranty on transformers, stabilizers, reactors, rectifiers, rotors, stators and brushes
3-year warranty on drive systems, PC boards, switches and controls
1-year warranty on MIG guns, plasma torches, relays, contactor, triggers, regulator, accessories, spool guns, battery, field options and running gear. (90 days
Normal wear items such as drive rolls, contact tips, nozzle, gas diffuser, plasma torch tips and electrodes and weld cables are not covered under warranty
Engine warranty is provided by the engine manufacturer
33 of 33 would recommend this product to a friend.
Product Reviews
FEATURED REVIEW
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Hobart Handler 125,
July 10, 2007
By UtownBillfrom Pennsylvania
"I should have bought this welder years ago. I don't know how I ever got along without it. Versatile, convenient, easy to use and affordable are just a few of the words that describe this little workhorse. Use it indoors, outdoors, at home or on the road. Plug it into any standard wall outlet. So far, this welder has easily handled every job I've required of it, from delicate sheet metal to 3/8 inch steel. I would recommend this welder to anyone, beginner or professional. No home workshop would be complete without one."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Hobart Welders,
November 20, 2008
By RonaldF8355from Sterling Heights, MI
"Irecently retired from 44 years of service in the the sheet metal industry ( Heavy Industrial) where we used various makes and types of welders and I can say wiotout a doubt in my mind That HOBART welders and products are far and above the rest of the competition,they out perform them in every task and are super reliable even in the the most adverse conditions. I will alway's reccomend and own a hobart welder,they may cost a little more but they are still running long after the other are in the repair shop or scrap pile."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Professional
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Great little welder,
November 19, 2008
By cardocfrom southeastern ct
"A very capable welder for small to medium jobs.Great to have around to hobbiest's shop or the pro garage for the quick work where a large machine would be impractable.I've even used it for minor frame repair,shock mounts,exhaust etc.Very nice to be able to go anywhere that has an outlet and to able to throw it in the back seat to go to and from work.It kinda surprised me at how capable it really is."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Professional
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
retired woodworker,
November 18, 2008
By lonie5from Glide, Oregon
"i am a retired cabinet maker and worked with wood all my life. I have always been interested in welding and working with metal, and at one time tried arc welding, something that i could not master. Recently I purchased a Hobert 125 Mig Welder, wow what a tool. i have welded practically every loose piece of metal that I can find around my house. This welder is really easy to operate, just turn on, make adjustment for the metal size and wire speed and go to work. It's that easy. I am constantly looking for a new welding project. This Hobert 125 will handle all my welding projects for years to come."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
4
/ 5
Good hobby welder,
November 18, 2008
By FordMan70from Arkansas
"The Hobart Handler 125 is a pretty good little welder. It has good heat and wire feed ranges, and a better duty cycle than some of the less expensive wire feeders.
The only disappointment I've had with it is the wire feeder has plastic gears and destroyed itself.....right after the warranty expired. The part was easy to find at a local welding shop and the machine is easy to service, so not a major issue."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Professional
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Small portable wire feed welders,
November 18, 2008
By Denny71from Lesterville Missouri
"The Hobart Handler 125 wire feed machine works exceptionally well for putting tub wheel wells( to accomodate large tires) in all my many different race cars. The versatility of this machine has been unsurpased for reliability and ease of operation. Whether used for race cars or on the farm i believe the consumer would be pleasantly surprised by the cost to versatilty equation. Definately recommedable."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Professional
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Hobart 125,
November 18, 2008
By pinneywoodsfrom Orlando.FL
"I was very happy with this product, it took some getting use to but once you have had som practice it works good. No need for gas with flux wire it splatters a little more than gas, but you will still can make a good weld. The heat and wire adjustments are crucial to adjust the weld to size of metal. When buying a welder also cosider how easy you can get parts for it."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
hobart handler 125,
November 18, 2008
By jmillsfrom Northeastern Arizona, elevation about 6800 feet
"Great welder, handles about all of my projects. Great for the house, standard wall plug. Do recommend that you get the 10 lbs. flux-core wire. Well worth the money, and the least amount of hassel. Less spatter that the gas & wire, works good out side. Will weld in moderate winds, where gas will not. Dose great on steet metal duct work and 1/4 inch steel plate (recommend a few passes).Great for wrot iron and onimental welding too."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Hobard Handlet 125,
November 17, 2008
By BGB1from Austin, Arkansas
"Having never welded before I was looking for an easy to use welder that would do the light work I need to do. This unit has been exactly what I needed. I was up and welding quickly and it has performed flawlessly thus far. It has made me look for things to weld! Great product."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Beginner
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
great product,
August 18, 2008
By pumpactionfrom Starkville, Ms.
"This is my first welder so i dont have anything to compair it to but i can say this handler is very easy to use. Right out of the box i was welding and having a good time"
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Home Handyman
