2013 PowerPro 205S

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I received my new 2013 PowerPro 205S today. I wish an online manual existed; the enclosed operating instructions leave a lot to be desired.

I was elated that the TIG torch is not the hefty air-cooled WP-26. It is a model SR-26 with a 13-foot cable. It is a straight handle, like the Everlast WP26F15, except the neck is rigid.

I am disappointed that the plasma torch is not a Trafimet S-45, as advertised and shown on the PP205 product page. It is a generic copy of a Trafimet, with no CE marking (European Conformity) and no model number, imprinted on the handle. I have to assume it's a 40-amp rated torch (the S-45 is rated at 40amp, 60% duty cycle; not 50amp) I discussed this with Oleg. Where's my Trafimet, Oleg??? Some Trafimet clones will not work with genuine Trafimet consumables. I have no idea if this one will.

The dimensions are: 9.25 in wide, 22 in long, 17.25 in tall, These are the outside dimensions of black plastic, on ends of case. The power cord entrance and air inlet, including a 90-degree bend, add 1.5 inches. Sitting on the top of a Northern Tool (Metalman) welding cart, item # 16472, it exceeds the front edge by 2 inches, just barely resting on the edge.

I tested the Trafimet-clone plasma torch at 20amps on 1mm thick sheet metal and it cut fine.

I have not tested the TIG torch. I have a CKFL130 torch, with a Safe-Loc SL2-35G DINSE connector and it would not work! I could get it to insert all the way, but it would not turn to lock. I compared all the measurements of the Everlast DINSE connectors and, except for the CK connector being longer (which still inserted fully) the only difference was the keyway on the Safe-Loc was 1mm taller than the Everlast keyways. I ground off 1mm off the height of the Safe-Loc and it worked; problem solved. I don't know if this was a machining error on CK's part, but the connector would not work in either the positive or negative inputs.

The unit came with a molded NEMA 6-50P connector, with a 7'8" cord. That's good, if you have your welder that close to your power outlet, but bad if you need a longer cord.

That's all for now; hope this helps!