Miller Welder: An Impressive Welder from a Woman's View

Recently, I had a chance to try the Miller Maxstar 150 STL welder. It can be used for arc welding or tig welding. While I am not a fan of arc welding, even though I have very little experience, this welder is still impressive in its capabilities.

I know it may be gender insulting to say so, but if it can impress an amateur and a female at that, it must be a great little machine! It took only minutes for my husband to show me enough that I could strike out on my own to practice my new adventure in welding. This shows that the machine is simple enough for a beginner. Usually, I am timid about approaching a new piece of "man" tools or equipment. Not this time. It wasn't built in an intimidating way.

The Miller Maxstar 150 STL welder comes in a protective case, which is a huge benefit to anyone who travels and must keep their investments protected. It is a handy yet sturdy case which easily holds the important piece of equipment it protects. The machine itself is not much bigger than a large shoe box.

The welder itself is easy to figure out with controls that are readily accessible and clear to read. The heat settings range from 15 to 150. With a 110 power source, this is easily one of the most versatile of welders among the many different sizes of tig welders. The cost ranges in the $1100 area, which makes it a great investment for a welder that is very much worth adding to the shop collection.

Striking was easy to accomplish, although I admit to not being the most graceful of amateurs, male or female. With a little practice, I felt comfortable enough to keep trying my newfound skills. The Miller Maxstar 150 STL welder is definitely something someone besides certified welders should add to their collection of equipment. This machine can help home owners and crafters alike.

Crafting is an area which has grown more welcoming to welding skills. Many western or country style crafts implement welding in their artwork. This means the Miller company has the ability to impress an even wider range of users with this Miller Maxstar welder. As a crafter and an appreciator of metal art, I would recommend the use of this welder with a ten on a scale of one to ten, with ten being the highest.