I want a Henrob because it looks like it cuts cleanly. The Meco doesn't mention cutting, or did I miss something? I want a Henrob REAL BAD but I just can't swing the 4 bills right now.....
We bought a Herob for the shop last summer. I really like the feel of it. I do hit the knobs however, pain in the ass when you are welding and your flame goes out! I would like to try this Meco. I notice they mention both torches, Henrob AND Meco. Looks like just another arrow in your quiver.
Tman, tighten the packing to stop the knobs turning so easily. Now to answer the comparison question---You are comparing apples to oranges. The Meco is familiar to my son, the bonified, certified Jeweler. He is GGS and JA certified and a graduate of TIJT, (a REAL Jeweler) He asks, where could you apply the MECO on a car? (answer, sheetmetal--maybe, aluminum, and thin materials.) My son is also familiar with the Henrob. It cuts and it welds cast iron, stainless, aluminum and mild steel. Get a Henrob and be Happy!
My 2c. I have researched the Meco on metalshapers.org, metalmeet.com, etc and usually find nothing but positive comments. In many cases the fellows switched from a Henrob to a Meco as long as cutting was not required (they often had a tube cutter, plasma, etc). The Meco was lighter, easier to handle (with the light weight hoses) and more than adequate for airframe construction. I sent an email to tinmantech last week mentioning I had a traditional OA setup and a '28 Ford ... hoping to mix Here is the answer ... "The meco would work just fine for that application. Your standard Oxy/Acet. Reg's will do just fine. The Meco has "A" fittings, however adapters are available to attach to your "B" hoses. We also carry our "Ultralight Hose" This hose complements the Mecos lightness and manueverability. The Meco comes with an N1 tip, which is good for welding 20-18 gu. steel. The mixing chambers are great , I have never had any complaints about these torches. As far as specs go; The Meco weighs 5oz. The stem is 3 1/2" (with a 45 depgree bend 1'' from the tip)Overall length is 6 1/2"Tip sizes are N00-N7 I like the fact that the torch is adjustable, using only one hand." The only negative I have come across with the Henrob is that it is bulky in close quarters and expensive. I hope to try the Meco locally before deciding which path to take. I want to employ only gas welding on the '28 if I can ... not sure why Later, papa al PS it is a bit of apples and oranges comparing Meco vs. Henrob. In my equation I am comparing trad OA setup + Meco vs. Henrob
I spent some time with the Henrob agaian tonight. For a gas weld rookie it worked well. I do find the position a little odd witht the pistol grip. I WANT to try a Meco now!
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