STAYER - Inverter Welder 160A Super Plus 160 GE K | Electrodes | TIG | IGBT 600V | Carrying Case | Complete Kit

STAYER Super Plus 160 GE K — 160A Inverter Welder — 600V IGBT — MMA Electrodes + Special TIG — Dual Fan — ST WELDING Control — 4 kg — Complete Kit in Carrying Case

The STAYER Super Plus 160 GE K is a professional 160A inverter welder with 600V IGBT transistors, designed for shielded metal arc (MMA) welding with electrodes up to Ø4mm and special TIG (tungsten electrode in an inert atmosphere). The ST WELDING intelligent control system integrates Hot Start, Arc Force and Anti Stick to facilitate arc striking and maintain stability even for less experienced users. The dual fan cooling system ensures thermal stability even during intensive use. Weighing just 4 kg and including a shoulder strap, it is one of the lightest inverter welders in its class. 230V 50/60Hz single-phase power supply, also compatible with stabilized 4–6 kVA generators. Compliant with EU directives 2014/35/EU, 2014/30/EU, 2011/65/EU and standard IEC 60974. Supplied with a stackable carrying case and complete accessory kit. Made in Spain.

Main Features

• 600V IGBT transistor — high-efficiency inverter technology — The 600V IGBTs (Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors) are the switching components that determine the welder's efficiency and performance: they convert 50Hz mains voltage into high-frequency current (tens of kHz), allowing for a much smaller and lighter transformer compared to traditional transformer welders; the 600V nominal voltage indicates the robustness of the transistors and their ability to handle voltage peaks without degrading, contributing to the longevity of the device
• 30% duty cycle at 160A — what it means in practice — The duty cycle indicates the percentage of time in a 10-minute cycle during which the welder can deliver the rated current without overheating; 30% at 160A means it can weld continuously for 3 minutes out of 10, with 7 minutes of cooling time; at lower currents, the duty cycle increases significantly (typically 60–80% at 100A), allowing for longer work sessions; for maintenance and light carpentry work, where welding and positioning pieces alternate, 30% at 160A is generally sufficient
• ST WELDING system: Hot Start, Arc Force and Anti Stick — Hot Start automatically delivers a higher current in the first few milliseconds of arc striking, facilitating ignition and preventing the electrode from sticking to cold workpieces during startup; Arc Force (arc force) dynamically increases the current when the arc voltage drops below a threshold (arc too short or risk of short circuit), stabilizing the arc and preventing interruptions; Anti Stick reduces the current to zero in the event of a prolonged short circuit (stuck electrode), allowing it to be removed without damaging the workpiece or burning the coating
• Dual fan — superior cooling for intensive use — The dual fan ensures a greater airflow through the power components compared to a standard single fan; this allows the heat generated by the IGBT transistors and the transformer to be dissipated more efficiently, extending the effective duty cycle and the life of the components; the thermal protection activates automatically if the internal temperature exceeds the safety threshold, resetting automatically when the temperature drops
• Special TIG — welding in an inert atmosphere with a tungsten electrode — The TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) mode allows welding with a non-consumable tungsten electrode in an inert gas atmosphere (argon), achieving cleaner and more precise welds than MMA on stainless steel, aluminum, and thin metals; the “special” version indicates that the welder supports TIG with contact striking (scratch start or lift arc) without the HF generator typical of dedicated TIG welders
• 4 kg — one of the lightest in its class with shoulder strap included — The weight of 4 kg is about half that of an average inverter welder of the same power (typically 6–8 kg); combined with the included shoulder strap, it allows you to carry it on your shoulder, leaving both hands free to position pieces or move around scaffolding
• Compatible with 4–6 kVA stabilized generator — Compatibility with 4–6 kVA generators (stabilized with AVR — Automatic Voltage Regulator) allows it to be used on construction sites without available mains electricity; it is essential that the generator is “stabilized” (with AVR) because voltage fluctuations from an unstable generator would damage the IGBT transistors; the minimum required power of 4 kVA is calculated based on the welder's maximum power consumption at 160A

Included Equipment

• Power cable — 2m x 2.5mm² with plug
• Ground cable with clamp — 2.5m x 16mm²
• Electrode holder cable — 2.5m x 16mm² with electrode holder
• Chipping hammer with brush — for removing slag after welding
• Shoulder strap — for carrying by hand over the shoulder
• Stackable plastic carrying case — for the protected transport and storage of all components

Technical Data

Applications

• Maintenance and repair — Welding repairs on gates, railings, frames, agricultural equipment, and damaged metal structures in the workshop or directly on site thanks to the reduced weight and generator compatibility
• Light and medium carpentry — Fabrication of metal structures, supports, brackets, and carbon steel frames with rutile electrodes (Ø2.5–3.2mm) for thicknesses from 2 to 8mm
• Construction and renovation — Welding rebar, anchor brackets, and fasteners on construction sites with or without available mains electricity
• Advanced hobby and DIY — Use by experienced hobbyist welders for artistic creation projects, vehicle customization, and the fabrication of wrought iron furniture

STAYER - Super Plus 160 GE K 160A Inverter Welder | Electrodes | TIG | 600V IGBT | Carrying Case | Complete Kit

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