Everlast PowerTIG 250EX AC/DC TIG Welder – 250 Amp Professional TIG & Stick Welder
Professional AC/DC TIG welding performance for aluminum, stainless steel, steel, titanium, and more.
The Everlast PowerTIG 250EX is built for fabricators, motorsports shops, industrial maintenance, and serious welders who need precision TIG performance without compromising power. Producing up to 250 amps with a 60% duty cycle, it delivers the arc control, adjustability, and reliability needed for everything from razor-thin sheet metal to heavy plate fabrication.
Whether you're welding aluminum with adjustable AC frequency and balance controls or dialing in pulse settings for precision stainless work, the PowerTIG 250EX gives you complete control over your weld.
Why Welders Choose the PowerTIG 250EX
- Excellent Aluminum Performance: Adjustable AC frequency and AC balance provide superior cleaning action and puddle control.
- Professional Pulse TIG: Pulse frequencies up to 500 Hz reduce heat input and improve weld appearance.
- Smooth Arc Starts: High Voltage (HV) Start provides reliable arc initiation while reducing tungsten contamination.
- Powerful Yet Efficient: IGBT inverter technology delivers excellent performance while reducing machine size and weight.
- Dual Purpose Machine: High-performance TIG welding plus Stick welding capability in one compact unit.
Key Features
- 250 Amp AC/DC TIG welding output
- 60% Duty Cycle
- Low 5 Amp starting current for thin materials
- Adjustable AC Frequency
- Adjustable AC Balance
- Pulse Frequency up to 500 Hz
- 2T / 4T Torch Trigger Modes
- Lift TIG Start when High Frequency is not desired
- Improved High Frequency Start Circuit
- Pre-Flow & Post-Flow Gas Controls
- Arc Force Control for Stick Welding
- Fan-On-Demand Cooling System
- Built-in 240V receptacle for Everlast PowerCool 300 Water Cooler
- Color-coded front panel controls
What's Included
- 12' Everlast 18 Series Water-Cooled TIG Torch
- 10' Stick Electrode Holder
- 10' Work Clamp
- Foot Pedal Remote
- Billet Brass Argon Regulator
- Consumable Starter Kit (Tungsten Not Included)
- 6' Power Input Cable
Note: Water cooler and welding cart sold separately.
Ideal Applications
- Precision Fabrication
- Production Welding
- Motorsports
- Automotive Restoration
- Off-Road Fabrication
- Industrial Maintenance
- Pipe Welding
- Farm & Ranch Repair
- Prototype Development
- Custom Fabrication
- Hobby & Professional Shops
Recommended Materials
- Steel
- Stainless Steel
- Chrome Moly
- Aluminum
- Titanium
- Copper
- Nickel Alloys
- Virtually Any Weldable Metal
Welding Capacity
- TIG Steel: Up to 1/2" Single Pass • 1"+ Multi-Pass
- TIG Aluminum: Up to 1/2" Single Pass • 1"+ Multi-Pass
- Minimum Steel Thickness: .007"
- Minimum Aluminum Thickness: .008"
- Stick Electrode Range: 1/16" - 3/16"
Power Requirements
- 240V Single Phase or Three Phase
- Minimum Operating Voltage: 208V
- Generator Compatible with Clean Power (THD 5% or Less)
- Recommended Generator Size: 10,500 Surge Watts Minimum
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this machine weld aluminum?
Yes. The PowerTIG 250EX features full AC TIG capability with adjustable AC balance and AC frequency, making it an excellent choice for aluminum welding.
Can it stick weld?
Yes. In addition to TIG welding, the machine includes a full Stick welding mode with adjustable Arc Force.
Is this suitable for production welding?
Yes. Its 250 Amp output, 60% duty cycle, and professional controls make it suitable for fabrication shops and production environments.
Can I use a water cooler?
Yes. The machine includes a built-in 240V receptacle specifically for the Everlast PowerCool 300 Water Cooler.
Who is this machine designed for?
The PowerTIG 250EX is ideal for professional fabricators, race shops, maintenance departments, industrial facilities, schools, and serious TIG welders looking for premium AC/DC performance.
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IGBT Type
Module IGBT -
Inverter Type
Digital/Micro-Controlled -
Output Type
AC/DC TIG, DC Stick -
Voltage/Phase
220/240 V 1/3 PHASE -
Max Rated TIG Amps
250A -
Max Rated Stick Amps
200A -
TIG Amps @ Rated Duty Cycle
250A/20V @ 60% Duty Cycle/ 40º C // 200A/18V @ 100% Duty Cycle/ 40º C -
Stick Amps @ Rated Duty Cycle
200A/28V @ 35% Duty Cycle/ 40º C // 160A/26.4V @ 60% Duty Cycle/ 40º C // 130A/ 25.2V @ 100% Duty Cycle/ 40º C -
Max Inrush (I1MAX) Amps
220V (1): 40A // 220V (3): 21A -
Maximum Rated (I1EFF) Input Amps
220V (1): 32A // 220V (3): 16A -
OCV
TIG: 80V // Stick: 80V -
TIG Output Range DC
5A-250A/ 10.2V-20V -
TIG Output Range AC
5A-250A/ 10.2V-20V -
Stick Output Range DC
5A-200A/ 20.2V-28V -
Stick Hot Start Amps
Auto Regulated -
Stick Function
Adjustable Arc Force Control -
Stick Hot Start Type
Auto Adaptive Hot Start -
6010/Cellulose Capable
Limited to 6011 -
Minimum Amp DC TIG Start
5A (+/-2A) -
TIG Start Type
Lift Start // Solid State HF -
HF and Lift
Lift Start wit Remote // HV (Solid State Simulated HF) -
Memory
No -
Start Amp Range
5A-250A -
End Amp Range
5A-250A -
Upslope Time
0-10 Seconds -
Down Slope Time
0-25 Seconds -
Preflow Time
0-10 Seconds -
Post Flow Time
0-25 Seconds -
TIG Pulse
Yes -
Standard DC Pulse Frequency
.5-500Hz -
Standard AC Pulse Frequency
.5-500Hz -
Pulse Time On (Duty Cycle)
10-90% -
Pulse Amp Range
5-95% of welding amps -
AC Frequency (Hz)
20-250Hz -
AC Balance Range
10-90% of Electrode Positive -
AC Wave Forms
Advanced Square Wave -
Remote Control
2T/4T -
Foot Pedal
Standard -
Weight
65 lbs -
Dimensions (LxWxH)
25 in x 9.5 in x 15 in
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