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Featured Video

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Backroad Builds: Welding with Joel Ort

In our new Backroad Builds video series, you can follow Joel as he works on projects around his shop and brings you his welding tips and tricks.

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NEW Multi-Handler™ 200 Multiprocess Welder

The new Hobart Multi-Handler 200 is MIG, stick and DC TIG capable.

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NEW AirForce® 27i Plasma Cutter: Easier to Move with Precise Cutting Power

The NEW AirForce™ 27i plasma cutter is 30% lighter and 50% smaller than previous model, making it easier to move and easier to store. This versatile machine features the Multi-Voltage Plug (MVP), meaning it can operate on 120V or 240V input power. At only 19 pounds, this economical plasma cutting system can clean cut up to 3/8-inch steel. The inverter-based design and reliable technology pack a lot of performance into a very portable package.

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All-In-One Cutting System in the AirForce 12ci Plasma Cutter

The AirForce™ 12ci Plasma Cutter is the most convenient and portable cutting system available.

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NEW AirForce® 40i Plasma Cutter: More Portable & Versatile

The NEW AirForce™ 40i plasma cutter is 30% lighter and 50% smaller than previous model, making it easier to move and easier to store. This versatile machine features Multi-Voltage Plug (MVP) adapters, meaning it can operate on 120V or 240V input power. Lightweight at only 21 pounds, this machine delivers powerful performance and cleans cut up to 5/8-inch steel. You’ll get easy, quick and precise cuts for all conductive metals with Auto Refire™ Technology for expanded metal applications. Discover the dependable, powerful, and portable plasma cutter you’ve been looking for.

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Hobart Handler® 125: Portable, Easy to Use Wire Feed Welder

The new Handler® 125 wire feed welder is perfect for beginners. Just plug it in, set your parameters with the simple two-knob design and start welding.

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Hobart Handler® 140 Product Reviews

If you’re looking for the best affordable MIG welder, the Handler® 140 is the industry’s top value and the most popular wire feed welder from Hobart.

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NEW IronMan™ 240 MIG Welder: More Power with Infinite Voltage Control

The new IronMan 240 wire feed welder has more power and infinite voltage control to fine tune settings. It runs on 230V input power with 280A output that can weld up to 1/2 in. mild steel.

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Stickmate 160i Delivers Portable, Reliable Welding Power

The Stickmate® 160i is almost 100 pounds lighter than the next competitive stick welder so you can take it to any project, anywhere.

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Discover the Best Value Welder From Hobart: Handler 140

If you’re looking for the best affordable MIG welder, the Handler® 140 delivers the industry’s top value.

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Weld at 230V or 115V With the Hobart Handler 210MVP

With the Hobart® Handler® 210MVP, you can operate off 230V or 115V power, fine-tune your parameters and easily switch wire width.

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MIG Weld Aluminum With the Hobart Handler 190

Whether you’re welding aluminum or mild steel, in the shop or on the farm, the Handler® 190 delivers best-in-class results.

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Top 5 Tools for a Small Fab Shop

Check out Joel's top 5 tools he uses in his shop.

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How to Prep Rusty Materials for Welding

Learn how to prepare rusty material for your welding projects. Tips include how to remove oil, grease, rust and paint.

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Setting Up Multi-Handler™ 200 Multiprocess Welder

Learn how to set up your new Hobart Multi-Handler 200 multiprocess welder so it’s ready for MIG, stick or DC TIG welding.

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A Powerful, Portable Plasma Cutter With the AirForce 40i

Get precise cuts with Auto-Refire™ Technology in the AirForce™ 40i Plasma Cutter.

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How to Setup a Plasma Cutter & Cutting Tips

Learn how to setup your plasma cutter and some tips and tricks for the best results on your projects.

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Get a More Precise Cut With the AirForce 27i Plasma Cutter

Get a more precise cut and less slag to clean up with the AirForce™ 27i Plasma Cutter.

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Selecting a Plasma Cutter and Oxy-Fuel Cutting Outfit

Need help selecting a plasma cutter and oxy-fuel cutting system? Watch as Joel with Hobart Welders walks through key product features and why Hobart has the right cutting solution for you.

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Plasma Cutter Demonstration: AirForce 250ci

Hobart's AirForce 250ci plasma cutter offers farmers and ranch hands a speedy, more convenient metal cutting alternative to oxy-acetylene.

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Plasma Cutting Basics & How to Select a Plasma Cutter

Get an overview of the plasma cutters in the Hobart Welding product line: Airforce 12ci, Airforce 27i and Airforce 40i.

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DIY Welding Project: How to Make a Sunflower Yard Art

Watch step-by-step instructions on how to create sunflower yard art using a Hobart AirForce® 27i plasma cutter and Handler® 210MVP™ MIG welder.

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How to Troubleshoot a Bad MIG Weld

Learn how to troubleshoot MIG welding problems by checking the contact tips, work clamp, drive roll and spool hub tension, gas flow, and MIG gun O-rings and liner.

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MIG Welding Techniques: Push vs. Pull

Learn the basic differences between push and pull MIG welding and examples on when each type of welding is beneficial.

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How to Change a MIG Gun Liner

Watch these simple steps on how to change a MIG gun liner.

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Hobart Handler 210 MVP Welder Review

The Handler® 210 MVP is a versatile wire feed welder capable of operating on either 115V or 230V input power. Welds up to 3/8 in. mild steel, spool gun ready for aluminum and is flux-cored or MIG ready.

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What's Needed to MIG Weld on Aluminum?

Learn what's needed to MIG weld on aluminum including a stainless brush, 100% argon gas, aluminum solid wire, and a spool gun.

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Flux Cored Welding at Home With the Hobart Handler 100

The Handler® 100 wire feed welder is portable, easy to use, and perfect for beginners or for personal use.

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How to Choose the Best Shielding Gas for MIG Welding

Learn the shielding gases differences between C100 (100% carbon dioxide ) and C25 (100% carbon dioxide / 25% argon) and how they affect the weld bead.

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How to MIG Weld in Overhead Position

Learn the basic technique on how to MIG weld in an overhead position including tips for hand position, settings and proper protection.

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What's Needed to Start MIG Welding?

Learn what's needed before you starting MIG welding including a wire feed welder, MIG gun, work clamp, gas regulator & hose, flux-cored or solid wire, contact tips and protective gear.

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Flux- cored vs. MIG Welding: Basic Differences

Learn the basic differences between flux-cored and MIG welding including what type of wire to use, setting the correct polarity, type of drive rolls/grooves, and drag vs. push welding techniques.

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Gas Flow Settings for MIG & TIG Welding

Learn how to adjust the gas flow settings for MIG and TIG welding based on your environment.

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Powerful Stick Welding With the Stickmate 210i

The Hobart® Stickmate® 210i delivers the extra stick welding power you need, at almost 100 pounds lighter than the competition.

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Basics on How to Start TIG Welding

Learn the basics on how to start TIG welding and some tips to prepare the tungsten and welding surface.

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What's the Difference Between TIG Lift Arc & Lift Arc Remote?

Learn the basic differences between lift arc and lift arc remote in TIG welding and the best situation to use each method.

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What is Needed to Start TIG Welding

Learn what materials and equipment are needed to start TIG welding.

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DIY Welding Project: MIG Welding a Christmas Tree

Watch as Steve Christena from The Arc Academy walks through step-by-step instructions on how to create a Christmas tree using the Hobart® 210MVP™ MIG welder.

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Ironman 230 Product Demonstration

Hobart Ironman 230 wirefeed MIG welder. 230 V 250 amps.

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MIG Welding Porosity: Common Causes & Solutions

Learn about MIG welding porosity and some common causes and solutions. Tips include checking the gas regulator, hoses, MIG gun and material.

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Hobart Handler 140 Wire-Feed MIG Welder

The Hobart Handler(R) 140 is a compact wire-feed MIG welder designed to run on 115V household power.

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DIY Welding Project: MIG Welding a Fire Pit

Watch as Joel Ort with Hobart Welding Products demonstrates how to create a fire pit using the Handler® 210 MIG welder.

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Hobart Handler 210 Wire Feed MIG Welder with Spoolgun

The video features the Hobart Handler 210 Amp wire feed MIG welder with 10 foot spoolgun offered by Northern Tool + Equipment. This 210 Amp Hobart welder is engineered for portability and power.

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Welding How-To

Wire Welding: MIG (GMAW) & Flux-Cored (FCAW)

TIG (GTAW) Welding

Stick (SMAW) Welding

Metal Cutting

Filler Metals Calculator App

Welding Glossary

Safety Quick Guides

Videos

Featured Video

Backroad Builds: Welding with Joel Ort

NEW Multi-Handler™ 200 Multiprocess Welder

NEW AirForce® 27i Plasma Cutter: Easier to Move with Precise Cutting Power

All-In-One Cutting System in the AirForce 12ci Plasma Cutter

NEW AirForce® 40i Plasma Cutter: More Portable & Versatile

Hobart Handler® 125: Portable, Easy to Use Wire Feed Welder

Hobart Handler® 140 Product Reviews

NEW IronMan™ 240 MIG Welder: More Power with Infinite Voltage Control

Stickmate 160i Delivers Portable, Reliable Welding Power

Discover the Best Value Welder From Hobart: Handler 140

Weld at 230V or 115V With the Hobart Handler 210MVP

MIG Weld Aluminum With the Hobart Handler 190

Top 5 Tools for a Small Fab Shop

How to Prep Rusty Materials for Welding

Setting Up Multi-Handler™ 200 Multiprocess Welder

A Powerful, Portable Plasma Cutter With the AirForce 40i

How to Setup a Plasma Cutter & Cutting Tips

Get a More Precise Cut With the AirForce 27i Plasma Cutter

Selecting a Plasma Cutter and Oxy-Fuel Cutting Outfit

Plasma Cutter Demonstration: AirForce 250ci

Plasma Cutting Basics & How to Select a Plasma Cutter

DIY Welding Project: How to Make a Sunflower Yard Art

How to Troubleshoot a Bad MIG Weld

MIG Welding Techniques: Push vs. Pull

How to Change a MIG Gun Liner

Hobart Handler 210 MVP Welder Review

What's Needed to MIG Weld on Aluminum?

Flux Cored Welding at Home With the Hobart Handler 100

How to Choose the Best Shielding Gas for MIG Welding

How to MIG Weld in Overhead Position

What's Needed to Start MIG Welding?

Flux- cored vs. MIG Welding: Basic Differences

Gas Flow Settings for MIG & TIG Welding

Powerful Stick Welding With the Stickmate 210i

Basics on How to Start TIG Welding

What's the Difference Between TIG Lift Arc & Lift Arc Remote?

What is Needed to Start TIG Welding

DIY Welding Project: MIG Welding a Christmas Tree

Ironman 230 Product Demonstration

MIG Welding Porosity: Common Causes & Solutions

Hobart Handler 140 Wire-Feed MIG Welder

DIY Welding Project: MIG Welding a Fire Pit

Hobart Handler 210 Wire Feed MIG Welder with Spoolgun

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