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  • 1014016012  PATON PRO-160 Digital Inverter 160A Arc Welder Suitcase Package - 230v, 1ph
  • 1014016012  PATON PRO-160 Digital Inverter 160A Arc Welder Suitcase Package - 230v, 1ph
  • 1014016012  PATON PRO-160 Digital Inverter 160A Arc Welder Suitcase Package - 230v, 1ph
  • 1014016012  PATON PRO-160 Digital Inverter 160A Arc Welder Suitcase Package - 230v, 1ph
  • 1014016012  PATON PRO-160 Digital Inverter 160A Arc Welder Suitcase Package - 230v, 1ph
  • 1014016012  PATON PRO-160 Digital Inverter 160A Arc Welder Suitcase Package - 230v, 1ph
  • 1014016012  PATON PRO-160 Digital Inverter 160A Arc Welder Suitcase Package - 230v, 1ph
  • 1014016012  PATON PRO-160 Digital Inverter 160A Arc Welder Suitcase Package - 230v, 1ph
  • 1014016012  PATON PRO-160 Digital Inverter 160A Arc Welder Suitcase Package - 230v, 1ph
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PATON PRO-160 Digital Inverter 160A Arc Welder Suitcase Package - 230v, 1ph
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The PATON PRO-160 is a compact 160A arc welder, ideal for professional and industrial welding works. This inverter welder is also capable of TIG Lift and MIG/MAG welding after the purchase of a wire feeder. The device's small size makes it very mobile. The PATON PRO-160 welder has a work stabilisation system installed, allowing it to be powered by a generator. The 160A output allows the use of electrodes from 1.6mm to 4.0mm in diameter and semi-automatic welding with solid wire from 0.6mm to 1.0mm in diameter (MIG/MAG welding is possible after purchasing a wire feeder). The PRO-160 features a 70% duty cycle and a 5-year warranty.

All machines supplied by Rapid Welding are load tested, have a gas hose with 3.8" fittings supplied and a UK plug adaptor included.

  • Powerful Output in a Compact Package: Weld with confidence — the PRO-160 delivers up to 160A of steady, reliable power for MMA (Stick) welding. For electrode diameters 1.6mm up to 4.0mm
  • Multi-Process: MMA, TIG Lift, MIG-MAG (after purchase of wire feeder)
  • Lightweight & Portable: Weighs just 5.4 kg – ideal for site work, and hard-to-reach spots
  • Ukrainian Engineering: Built by Paton™ in Europe, one of Europe’s most trusted welding brands with over 60 years of innovation
  • Generator Ready: Possibility to work on long extension cables as well as with a generator
  • Hot-Start, Arc-Force, Anti-Force, Pulse x3 functions
  • 5-Year Warranty

Product Details

Universal inverter welder PATON PRO-160 is designed for manual arc welding with the MMA method, argon-arc welding with the TIG method with direct current and semi-automatic welding with the MIG/MAG method in a shield of gases and protective mixtures. The PATON™ PRO-160 welder has a work stabilisation system installed, allowing it to be powered by a generator. The 160A output allows the use of electrodes from 1.6mm to 4.0mm in diameter and semi-automatic welding with solid wire from 0.6mm to 1.0mm in diameter (MIG/MAG welding is possible after purchasing a wire feeder). The PRO-160 features a 70% duty cycle and a 5-year warranty.

Specification

Mains Voltage: 230V
Welding Current Range: 8 - 160A
Duty Cycle: 160A at 70%, 134A at 100%
Maximum Power Consumption: 5.8kVA
Open Circuit Voltage: 12 / 75V
Dimensions (L x W x H): 330mm x 115mm x 262mm
Weight: 5.4kg
Protection Class: IP33

Perfect For

  • Professional and industrial welding works
  • Productions and installation of various metal structures
  • Pipelines welding
  • Welding in construction

Brochures & Manuals

BROCHURES & MANUALS
   View Brochure
   PATON PRO User Manual

What's Included

PATON-CASE  PATON Carry Case

PATON Carry Case

PATON-SSTRAP  PATON Shoulder Strap

PATON Shoulder Strap

PTN-MMA10CBL3  PATON MMA Cable Kit, 3m Electrode Lead with 3m Earth Return, 10mm²

PATON MMA Cable Kit, 3m Electrode Lead with 3m Earth Return, 10mm²

WARRANTYP5  PATON 5 Year Warranty

PATON 5 Year Warranty

Warranty and Support

  • 5-Year Warranty
  • UK based service centre and support hotline
  • Access to spare parts and calibration service

Whether you're welding in the field, or on the job site, the PATON PRO-160 Arc Welder gives you the power, precision, and portability you need, without the bulk.

230v Arc Welders FAQs

Straight answers to the questions people ask most when choosing and using a 230 volt single phase arc welder.

Why choose a 230 volt arc welder?icon-minus-redicon-plus-red

A 230 volt single phase welder plugs into the ordinary mains supply found in most workshops, garages and homes, so there is no need for a three phase installation. Modern inverter designs draw modest current for the welding power they produce.

They suit repair work, fabrication, maintenance and light industrial use, and they are popular both with trade users and with serious hobbyists.

How much welding current can a 230 volt supply provide?icon-minus-redicon-plus-red

Single phase supplies limit how much current a welder can draw, so the top-end output of 230 volt machines is lower than three phase equipment. Within that limit, a good inverter can handle a wide range of electrode sizes, from fine work to fairly heavy repair welding.

For heavy plate, long continuous welding or large diameter electrodes, a three phase machine is the better fit. Check the maker's output and duty cycle figures at the current you actually plan to use.

Does the plug and fuse on my supply matter?icon-minus-redicon-plus-red

Yes. The welder draws more current at its maximum setting than a typical household appliance. Check its input current on the data plate and make sure the plug, socket, cable and circuit protection are rated for it.

A socket circuit that is too small will trip, overheat or give a weak arc. Some machines are supplied with a particular plug rating. Have a qualified electrician check or upgrade the supply if you are unsure.

Can I run a 230 volt welder from a generator?icon-minus-redicon-plus-red

Sometimes, but not every welder suits every generator. The generator must supply the welder's input current continuously, with a margin, and give a clean, stable voltage. A generator that is too small or poor quality can cause cut-outs, an unstable arc and damage to the welder's electronics.

Size the generator from the welder's input power, not its welding output, and check the welder's manual and data plate for any generator guidance. If the manual does not say the machine is suitable for generator use, ask the maker before connecting it.

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