Profax® PX-160 Portable Stick & TIG Welder

Professional welding performance in a lightweight, portable package.
The Profax® PX-160 is a versatile inverter welding machine designed for both Stick (SMAW) and Lift-Start DC TIG (GTAW) welding. Compact enough to carry to the jobsite yet powerful enough for demanding fabrication work, the PX-160 is a strong choice for maintenance, repair, field service, and shop applications.

Operating from either 115V or 230V input power, the PX-160 delivers dependable welding performance wherever the job takes you.

Choose the Right Package

Choose PX-160 if you primarily need a portable Stick welder or already have the TIG accessories required for Lift-Start TIG welding.

Choose PX-160-TK if you want the machine plus the torch, gas hose, flowmeter/regulator, connector, and starter accessories needed to begin Lift-Start DC TIG welding.

Why Welders Choose the PX-160

• Dual-Process Capability: Weld with Stick (SMAW) or Lift-Start DC TIG (GTAW).
• Dual-Voltage Input: Operates on either 115V or 230V AC power.
• Lightweight & Portable: Weighs only 13.1 lbs. (6 kg).
• Jobsite Ready: Carrying handle and shoulder strap make transportation easy.
• Thermal Overload Protection: Helps protect the machine during demanding welding work.
• Professional Cable Connections: Includes Dinse-style welding lead connections.

What's Included with the PX-160

• Profax® PX-160 Inverter Welding Power Source
• 12' (3.6 m) Weld Lead with LENCO® Electrode Holder and Dinse-Style Connector
• 10' (3.0 m) Work Lead with LENCO® Ground Clamp and Dinse-Style Connector
• Carrying Handle
• Shoulder Strap

Additional Components Included with the PX-160-TK

• PX17V-12R TIG Torch: 150 Amp, 17-style torch with built-in gas valve and 12.5' (3.7 m) one-piece power cable
• PX-917-P160: LENCO® Dinse-style connector
• LGH-96RH: 8' (2.4 m) gas hose
• PX-RF1430-580: Flowmeter / Regulator
• AK-2: TIG starter accessory kit

Key Features

• Stick (SMAW) welding
• Lift-Start DC TIG (GTAW)
• 115V / 230V dual-voltage input
• Compact inverter design
• Thermal overload protection
• Carrying handle and shoulder strap
• Dinse-style cable connections
• 3-year warranty

Ideal Applications

• General fabrication
• Maintenance and repair
• Mobile welding
• Farm and ranch equipment
• Automotive fabrication
• Construction
• Field service work
• Home and professional welding shops

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the PX-160 perform both Stick and TIG welding?
Yes. The PX-160 supports Stick welding and Lift-Start DC TIG welding.

What is the difference between the PX-160 and PX-160-TK?
The PX-160 includes the power source and Stick welding leads. The PX-160-TK also includes the TIG torch, gas hose, flowmeter/regulator, Dinse connector, and TIG starter accessory kit.

Does the PX-160-TK include a foot pedal?
No. The PX-160 uses Lift-Start TIG and the listed TIG package does not include a foot amperage control.

Does the machine operate on both 115V and 230V?
Yes. The PX-160 can operate from either 115V or 230V AC input power.

Is this an AC/DC TIG welder?
No. The PX-160 provides DC Lift-Start TIG welding and Stick welding.

How portable is the PX-160?
The machine weighs 13.1 lbs. (6 kg) and includes a carrying handle and shoulder strap.

Does it include a warranty?
Yes. The PX-160 includes a 3-year warranty.