is this a good choice for someone with no experience in welding? if not can u point me in the direction of something that is? just trailer mounts

I sold and used welding equipment for 35 years. This process along with the easy settings on this machine make it the easiest to learn for someone with no experience. A simple way to learn is to follow the settings provided for the metal and thickness shown on the label. Hold the tip of the gun 1/2 inch from the metal and make a "spot" weld in one place for a few seconds without moving the gun. Watch the spot weld form and stop when it gets to a size between a pea and a dime. Let the spot cool a little until it is not red anymore. Move the tip of the gun one half the diameter of the first spot and make another one the same size. Do this over and over again until you get very good at judging the size of the spot weld and can make a series of overlapping spots of the same size. At that point you can progress to making a continuous weld. It's a lot like spray painting or running a sewing machine, learn to watch the results not the process. It's a very big help to have a welding helmet that is clear until the arc starts and then darkens so you don't have to worry about flipping down your hood and starting on the right spot at the same time. The auto darkening helmet adds to the cost of the purchase but makes it much easier to learn an use.

Is the feed head plastic or metal?

The wire feed mechanism on this model used to be plastic but was updated to all metal parts a few years ago. That is what I remember reading when I was researching welders before I bought mine. I bought my unit about a year ago and it came with all metal wire feed components. I hope that is what you are asking. If not let me know exactly what you need and I'll look at my unit closer when I get home.

how good is it on 24 or 22 g metal? do you wish you bought a machine with infinte settings vs tapped? are you happy with it?

I've never use it on metal. I bought this unit specifically to weld aluminum. I've never weld any thing before (metal or else). But I was able to weld very thin aluminum (1/8" and 1/16") aluminum. The chart settings are a bit off but with couple of minutes try and error, it works. I would choose one with many settings vs capped ones. Like I said above, it makes me almost a pro instantly.

What’s the highest amperage output on 120v?

The welding amperage range is 25-140 amps on 120 volts. Same output as the Handler 140 (which can ONLY operate on 120v.) The Handler 210 works good on 120 volts, and even better on 240 volts, if you have a 240 volt receptacle to use. I made an adapter cable to plug into my dryer outlet at home. Works great.

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🔥 Weld Your Way to Mastery!

COMPACT YET MIGHTY - Lightweight design (79 lbs) for easy portability without sacrificing performance.
SAFETY FIRST ALWAYS - Built-in protections ensure a worry-free welding experience.
VERSATILE VOLTAGE OPTIONS - Weld anywhere with dual-voltage capabilities (115V/230V).
ALL INCLUSIVE WELDER PACKAGE - Everything you need to start welding right out of the box.
UNLEASH YOUR INNER CRAFTSMAN - Elevate your welding skills with precision and power.

The Hobart 500553 Handler 210 MVP MIG Welder is a powerful, portable welding machine designed for both professionals and DIY enthusiasts. With 210A of output power, fine-tuned control settings, and robust safety features, this welder is perfect for a variety of materials including stainless steel, steel, and aluminum. It comes with essential accessories to kickstart your welding journey and operates on dual-voltage for maximum flexibility.

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Manufacturer	Hobart
Part Number	500553
Item Weight	79 pounds
Package Dimensions	23.5 x 19 x 13.75 inches
Item model number	500553
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Size	Small
Style	Mig welder
Material	Metal
Power Source	AC
Installation Method	gas-welding
Item Package Quantity	1
Included Components	One Hobart – 500553 Handler 210 MVP MIG Welder, One 10 ft. (3m) H100S4-10 gun, One 10 ft. (3m) work cable with clamp, Built-in gas solenoid value and dual-gauge regulator with gas hose
Batteries Included?	No
Batteries Required?	No
Warranty Description	3 year limited warranty

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