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The R‑Tech MIG‑181 is a compact, single‑phase inverter MIG welder renowned for its usability, precise digital control, and excellent customer support. With 240 V input, it delivers up to 180 A output and a duty cycle of 35% @ 180 A, making it versatile for home workshops and light industrial use
Select just two options—wire size (0.6 mm or 0.8 mm) and material thickness—and the machine auto‑calculates the ideal wire feed and voltage settings. Perfect for novices, DIYers, and pros alike r-techwelding.co.uk.
A single-screen display puts everything at your fingertips—weld mode, amperage, wire feed speed, and trim controls for fine tuning (+/− volts and m/min)—all without navigating confusing menusDual Welding Modes: MIG & MMA (Stick)
Seamlessly switch between MIG (30–180 A) and MMA/stick welding (20–160 A, supports 6013 & 7018 rods), with straightforward mode selection and burn-back control
At just ~15 kg and compact dimensions (320 × 210 × 420 mm), the MIG‑181 is highly portable—ideal for moving around workshops or performing on-site repairs
Capable of welding up to 6 mm in a single pass and up to 15 mm in multiple passes. Low-splash, smooth-arc welding backed by robust inverter technology ensures consistent quality
Enjoy a 5-year collect-and-return UK warranty, with full courier coverage and no quibble repairs. Free technical support, machine setup guidance, and assured spare parts availability for 10 years
“The easy weld function has transformed my welds!!”“Straight out of the box it's so easy to use … welds a treat.”“As good if not better quality than those [professional rigs]. Worth the money.”Users from classic-car restorers to DIY enthusiasts praise the MIG‑181 for its reliability, auto-settings, and polished finish—especially when welding 1–4 mm mild steel sections for bodywork or hobby fabrication
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