Description
MK2 model now available, with Euro-connect MIG torch & Spool-Gun compatability*. 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. DOWNLOAD USER GUIDE DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTION MANUAL DOWNLOAD FACT SHEET 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?
