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 an optional solenoid valve for welding with 0.023-0.030in. solid wire and gas shielding (when used with MIG Conversion Kit 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. Volts: 115, Amps: 125, Duty Cycle: 20% at 90 Amps, 19V, Mig Ready: No, requires MIG conversion kit, Wire Feed Speed Control: Yes, 0 - 500 IPM, Weldable Metals: Steel and stainless steel, 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
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Customer Reviews for FREE SHIPPING — Hobart Handler 125 Wire-Feed Welder — 115 Volt, 125 Amp, Model# 500487
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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."
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Great welder,November 2, 2009
By PeteCfrom Memphis, TN
"I have owned this welder for a year now, and i am very happy with it. I have welded up a couple of trailers, steel fences, used for work, and for all kinds of things around the house. This little Hobart runs smoother than many more expensive machines that i have used. I have used this to weld up to 1/4" steel, and i would have to say that it gets best penetration on 1/8" or thinner steel. It also works very well on galvanized. I would have to say that this is also a very robust welder. I drag it around, throw it in the back of the truck, and it has even been rained on, and still works great. One year with me is probably the equivalent of five years with the normal home user."
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Hobart Handler 125,November 2, 2009
By CodeGeniusfrom Colorado
"This is by far the easiest welder I have used. It runs well on a 15 amp circuit and produces clean welds with very little splatter. Setting it up for welding on different material thicknesses could not be easier. Great welder."
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Welder Hobart,November 2, 2009
By Marc321from Florida
"I find that this welder is good for small projects. It is compact and lightweight. I use it on small jobs with virtually no compaints. However, I do have one problem. Periodically the wire will hang up in the gun and I have to stop to fix it. It gets annoying sometimes, but I look past it."
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One little change makes this a very good welder,November 2, 2009
By TSamfrom Grand Rapids, MI
"Been using this for 2 years now with the mig conversion and it worked very good. I changed the grounding clamp to a solid copper one and now it is a great welder."
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great welder for price,November 2, 2009
By pinky
"I have this welder and it has been very reliable. Be sure you read the instruction, it will not weld for a long period of time because it must recycle. When it stops welding it is not broken wait and it will restart. If you plan to use alot on different metals, I suggest you buy the 140 or get the conversion kit."
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Best welder for the Bucks!,October 19, 2009
By FluxBoy
"This Hobart Handler 125 is the second welder I have owned. This welder is very versitile (mobile) since it runs of 115 volt household current (20 amp breaker prefered). It handles mild steel up to 3/6" with one pass. This welder uses flux cored wire and does not require regulators or shielding gas. It is much easier to learn than oxyacetylene, stick or TIG welding. I prefer this welder to my previous "Blue" 230 volt MIG welder and the Hobart was less than 1/2 the cost of the "Blue" welder. Huge cost savings! If your goal is to weld mild steel up to 3/16" without the hassle of sheilding gas or a steep learning curve (without breaking the bank), the Hobart 125 Handler is for you. It is the best welder for the buck!"
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Review 8 for FREE SHIPPING — Hobart Handler 125 Wire-Feed Welder — 115 Volt, 125 Amp, Model# 500487
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my lil money maker,July 25, 2009
By dgunnsfrom barnwell, s.c.
"This is the best welder in the world. I have made so much money with this welder, and the money I made is what I support my family with. this welder was the greatest investment I ever made. I use it to make wrought iron fencing and I use it for fixing stuff for my customers. If it wasn't for this great welder I wouldn't be able to put food on the table for my family. thanks northern tool and hobart for this great welder. I really encourage anybody looking for a welder to buy this one.... you will not be disappointed and you will definately get your money back and make hundreds of thousands."
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good little welder,July 22, 2009
By DJ77from DALLAS TX
"YOU CANT BEAT THIS DEAL, I HAVE HAD MINE FOR A FEW YEARS NOW AND IT HAS BEEN WORKED LIKE A DOG, I HAVE NEVER HAD A PROBLEM WITH IT, I JUST WISH I HAD GOTTEN THE CART AND MIG UPGRADE KIT FOR IT WHEN I FIRST GOT IT,
IF YOU DONT HAVE ONE YOU NEED ONE"
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Review 10 for FREE SHIPPING — Hobart Handler 125 Wire-Feed Welder — 115 Volt, 125 Amp, Model# 500487
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4
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First Welder,July 21, 2009
By ghousefrom Benton, KS
"This product is my first welding machine, so I don't have anything to compare it to, but I've been happy with it's power and ease of use. I was restricted to a 110v machine because of my house wiring, so I understood it might not have the power of a 220v.
One thing I found is that it needs to be turned up to the maximum setting to do even minor things. Not really a big deal, but I expected the controls to have a little more granularity to them.
Other then that, it functions flawlessly and it's welded up metal stairs, braces, and some decorative things for me over the last couple of years. No problems with it at all."
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HH 125,July 20, 2009
By Ngneerfrom East Central Alabama
"This machine has become my most favorite tool in my garage. Having no welding experience beforehand, the instructions were very informative and easy to understand. I ordered the gas hookup at a later date and was very easy to follow, even changing the polarity, which is required for the gas. If you have thought abt. getting a welder, I highly recomend this product"
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excellent welder,July 20, 2009
By msucogfrom altanta, ga
"the welder performs beautifully. was actually impressed with how well it works with bigger material. smooth welds (after a little practice) and easy to use right out of the box. hardest part is that now i keep finding things i "need" to do with it around the house haha."
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4
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Good welder,July 20, 2009
By Andypaulfrom Boynton Bch, FL
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"This is my first welder. It worked great a couple weeks, then circuit board broke and I had to take it in for service. Everything was covered by warrenty. It was fixed within a week and I have it back now. Works great. I'm enjoying using it."
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Awesome!,July 20, 2009
By RockBfrom Muskegon MI
"i am currently building my first automotice project. I have always wanted a welder and thought there would be no better time than now to purchase one. My garage is not set up for 220 and I am only doing body welding. Man this machine works great. Within a half hour I had it all dialed in and I was welding like a pro. I have to say that being my first welding experience I am totally impressed with the machine. All I had to do was hook up the gas kit dial it all in and go. Perfect machine for the guy who is just starting out!"
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Good Quality Welder,July 19, 2009
By JDS1from Payson, AZ
"I built a utility trailer and a swing for my daughter when I got this welder. It welds old steel as well as new steel very well. As long as it is plugged in fairly close to the power box on my house, the duty cycle lasts forever. I welded 3/16 inch steel on the trailer and got good penetration. It also welds very light gauge steel without burning too hot."
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Hobart,July 13, 2009
By Anonymous1from Indianapolis, IN
"Delayed purchase of this type of welder. Glad I waited for this one. Easy to set up and use. Has made quick work of all those little, but necessary jobs I've been saving up."
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Review 17 for FREE SHIPPING — Hobart Handler 125 Wire-Feed Welder — 115 Volt, 125 Amp, Model# 500487
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flying521,May 26, 2009
By Anonymousfrom salida,co
"Have had this welder for about a month now. It does a great job have built a couple of benches and of corse a cart for the welder. would defently recomend. thanks northern for a great product and great price."
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Review 18 for FREE SHIPPING — Hobart Handler 125 Wire-Feed Welder — 115 Volt, 125 Amp, Model# 500487
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easy to use,March 29, 2009
By raptorfrom morgantown,wv
"i have used this welder and it is very easy to use simply plug and weld after getting the wire started just about anyone that has a some what of a know how to weld is able to use this welder i am able to weld just about anything i would recommend to anyone that has to weld."
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Great little welder,March 23, 2009
By sully111from Dunn,NC
"I've had this welder for two months now,and there seems to be nothing this unit can't handle.On a few jobs I pushed it to the limit and beyond and it worked like a charm.If your a homeowner this unit will pay for itself in no time."
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excellent piece of equpment,March 23, 2009
By jay09from Alpena MI
"This is the welder I should have bought years ago. I have had cheaper units from other stores and they were just not the same level of quailty, I don't know how I ever got along without it. Easy to use and affordable are just a few of the ways that I describe this little workhorse. Use it inside, outside, 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 .16 sheet metal to 3/8 inch steel. I would recommend this welder to anyone"
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