arc pig (w. 200DX)?

[thirtyforty]

Hello all,
I have a 200DX (which I'm very happy with) which I'm considering using it in its stick/arc welding mode. I'm new to arc welding and I'm having trouble w. 3/32" 6010 rods sticking unless I up the amperage to too-high levels (+80 amps). I'm considering the Arc Pig attachment at $350 so that I can get easier starts and weld at lower amps. Any problems attaching the Arc Pig, or any other advice?
Thankee, -thirtyforty

[Rambozo]

Hello all,
I have a 200DX (which I'm very happy with) which I'm considering using it in its stick/arc welding mode. I'm new to arc welding and I'm having trouble w. 3/32" 6010 rods sticking unless I up the amperage to too-high levels (+80 amps). I'm considering the Arc Pig attachment at $350 so that I can get easier starts and weld at lower amps. Any problems attaching the Arc Pig, or any other advice?
Thankee, -thirtyforty

That machine will have trouble with 6010. Switch to 6011 and things will go a lot better. Inverters typically need a special mode or port to work well with 6010.

You already have all the features the ArcPig provides. (HF start) It is just not used when in stick mode.