ESAB Miniarc Rogue Compact Stick/Lift TIG Inverter Offers Industry-Best Combination of Performance, Price

Annapolis Junction, Md. – ESAB Welding & Cutting Products has introduced the Miniarc Rogue ES 180i, a new portable and affordable Stick/Lift TIG inverter with professional arc performance and controls such as adjustable hot start, adjustable arc force and power factor correction. The unit weighs 18.2 lbs., measures 13.5 x 6 x 10.4 in., delivers a maximum output of 180 amps at 25 percent duty cycle and uses 115 – 230V 50/60 Hz primary power.

Miniarc Rogue’s next-level control technology produces a smooth welding arc with all types of Stick electrodes, including E70818 and E6010, and it has the power to run 5/32-in. electrodes. The Lift TIG (DC TIG) function provides positive arc starts without the use of high frequency. It delivers a stable TIG arc down to 10 amps, giving welders the control they need to work on thin metal or delicate components. Users include mechanical contractors and those in general fabrication, maintenance and repair, rental, process pipe, food/beverage, farming and home workshops.

“Miniarc Rogue will cause the industry to re-think its perception of power, performance, and price in the compact Stick/TIG inverter category,” says Jay Coubrough, Director of Product Marketing, ESAB. “Other welders with its features can cost twice as much.”

Professional Features

Miniarc Rogue’s 115 – 230V primary power flexibility enables users to work in a wide variety of locations. Flexible automatic input voltage compensation ensures a steady welding arc throughout the entire input power range, making it ideal for use with generator power, which often fluctuates.

Miniarc Rogue features power factor correction (PFC), so it draws less primary current. As a result, users can use a smaller circuit breaker and reduce the worry of nuisance trips when welding at full output. Using the latest technology PFC circuit also enables welding with up to 110 yards of cable extensions, further increasing location flexibility.

Miniarc Rogue’s adjustable hot start function increases current beyond the set value for a few milliseconds to help establish the arc. It especially helps with low-hydrogen electrodes, which can be notoriously difficult to start. Its adjustable arc force control increases amperage when the voltage drops below a preset threshold. As a result, operators can hold a shorter arc length without the electrode sticking, which is beneficial when welding in narrow gaps, in corners, and out-of-position.

Compared to other welders, Miniarc Rogue features a higher open-circuit voltage (OCV) of 78V, so it promotes better Stick arc starts.

Miniarc Rogue comes with a shoulder strap, plastic case, and rugged work cable and electrode holder. Its digital meters are visible up from 75 ft. away, and an optional remote control allows users to adjust current settings without needing to go back to the machine. A robust fiberglass-molded housing is built to withstand impact, and the weather-resistant, IP23S rating makes the unit suitable for use in tough applications.

ESAB Welding & Cutting Products is a recognized leader in the welding and cutting industry. From time-honored processes in welding and cutting to revolutionary technologies in welding and cutting automation, ESAB’s welding consumables, equipment, and accessories bring solutions to customers around the globe. For more information contact us.