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MIG shielding gas

Posted: Tue Mar 01, 2016 12:58 pm
by flogger
I've finally gotten around to buying a replacement MIG welder since selling my old industrial sized MillerMatic before I moved here. It was too big and heavy to justify moving. Anyhow, I've got a new machine, but I need shielding gas and a bottle. I figure 40-80 cu ft of 75/25 Argon/CO2 would suit my current needs. Any suggestions for best suppliers around here (Springfield area)? Also, I'd rather own the bottle than lease it, but I don't know what the hot ticket is around here. Anyone?

Re: MIG shielding gas

Posted: Tue Mar 01, 2016 9:17 pm
by Kent
I'm ready for the same Scott, been using flux core wire too much for everything and need to go with gas.

If I remember Tractor Supply might have it, or Race Brothers.

Re: MIG shielding gas

Posted: Thu Mar 03, 2016 9:18 pm
by Don
PRAXAIR 417 862 5475 OR AIRGAS 417 862 1745 BOTH IN SPRINGFIELD.

Re: MIG shielding gas

Posted: Mon Mar 07, 2016 8:25 pm
by flogger
Thanks, Don. I'll probably bend your ear a little more at tomorrow night's board meeting as I haven't had a chance to address this yet.

Re: MIG shielding gas

Posted: Sat Mar 12, 2016 8:16 am
by springfielddyno
I typically use air gas. No idea how they compare in price. We used race brothers one time in a pinch.