arc/mig/engine-driven welding plasma arc cutting power sources

Arc/Mig/Engine-Driven WeldingPlasma Arc Cutting Power Sources

FP90Enjoy the ease of wire feed welding at an affordable price. This unit operates on standard 115 volt household current and requires no specialshielding gas. The FP90 portable wire welding system features DC welding output as well as Firepower's easy weld smooth arc system whichallows even the novice welder to obtain professional results.

The FP90 features a two-position welding amperage power output control and infinite wire speed adjustment making it simple for you to select theproper weld settings.

The rugged easy grip handle and its light-weight construction make this unit both practical and portable. This unit is ideal for home, farm and lightmaintenance repairs.

Features• Uses standard 115 volt household current• Features Firepower easy weld smooth arc system• DC welding output• Welds with flux core wire• No special shielding gas required• Two position welding power control• Thermostatic heat protection• Infinite wire speed control

Comes Complete With • 6 ft. genuine Tweco® MIG gun• 4 ft. ground cable and work clamp • 4 ft. power cord with plug• Welding nozzle and tip• Spool of .035 flux core welding wire• Instruction manual (English, French, Spanish)

DC Output Lets You Weld Like a Pro

5-2-1 Warranty

Input Input Welding Maximum Open Rated Rated MaximumVoltage Current Output Output Circuit Output Duty Thickness Dimensions Weight

Amps Voltage Amps Voltage Amps Cycle Capacity115V 20 17.5 DC 88 25 80 15% 3/16” H: 11” (340mm) 45 lbs.60 HZ W: 7 3/4” (195mm) (20.6kg)

D: 14 1/2” (370mm)

Part No. 1444-0302 Suggested Retail Price $359.00

Firepower Customer Service 800-858-4232 Fax: 800-535-05572

FP120The FP120 offers exceptional performance at an affordable price and operates on standard 115 volt household current. The FP120 features a four position welding power output control and infinite wire speed adjustment giving you precise welding control.

The FP120 dual-purpose MIG Welding System features quick-change internal polarity adjustment that makes changing from MIG (GMAW) to flux cored (FCAW) welding quick and easy.

The FP120's rugged and portable design is ideal for welding all types of mild steel and is the perfect unit for home, farm, ranch, auto, marine and light industrial applications.

Features• Uses standard 115 volt household current• Welds with or without shielding gas• Welds with solid or flux core wire• 2 lb. and 10 lb. wire spool capacity• Four position welding power control• Illuminated on/off power switch• Illuminated thermal overload indicator• Thermostatic heat protection• Infinite wire speed control

Comes Complete With• Genuine Firepower® argon regulator• 10 ft. genuine Tweco® MIG gun • 6 ft. ground cable and work clamp • 6 ft. power cord with plug• Welding nozzle and tip• Spool of .030 MIG welding wire• Instruction manual (English, French, Spanish)

Dual Purpose MIG (GMAW) orFlux Cored (FCAW) Capabilities

5-2-1 Warranty

Input Input Welding Maximum Open Rated Rated Maximum Wire FeedVoltage Current Output Output Circuit Output Duty Thickness Speed Dimensions Weight

Amps Voltage Amps Voltage Amps Cycle Capacity115V 20 18 110 30 88 20% 1/4” 98/590 IPM H:12 3/4” (375mm) 51 lbs.60 HZ 2.5/15 IPM W: 9 3/4” (250mm) (23.5kg)

D:17 3/8” (440mm)


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FP130The FP130 offers Professional performance at an affordable price and operates on standard 115 volt household current. This professional heavy-duty unit is designed to meet the needs of both the repair shop and home user. The FP130 features a four position welding power output control and infinite wire speed adjustment giving precise welding control.

The FP130 dual purpose MIG Welding system features quick change internal polarity adjustment that makes changing from MIG (GMAW) to Flux Cored (FCAW) welding processes quick and easy.

The FP130's rugged, portable, professional design delivers the reliability and performance to make it an ideal unit for general fabrication as well as farm, ranch, automotive and light maintenance repairs.

Features• Uses standard 115 volt household current• Increased welding capacity• Welds with or without shielding gas• Welds with solid or flux core wire• 2 lb. and 10 lb. wire spool capacity• Four position welding power control• Illuminated on/off power switch• Illuminated thermal overload indicator• Thermostatic heat protection• Infinite wire speed control• Heavy duty wire drive system

Comes Complete With• Genuine Firepower® argon regulator• 10 ft. genuine Tweco® MIG gun • 6 ft. ground cable and work clamp • 6 ft. power cord with plug• Welding nozzle and tip• Spool of .030 MIG welding wire• Instruction manual (English, French, Spanish)

Dual Purpose MIG (GMAW) or Flux Cored (FCAW) Capabilities

5-2-1 Warranty



D:17 3/8” (440mm)



FP160The FP160 offers industrial quality "230 volt "performance in a compact portable package. This industrial heavy-duty unit is designed to meet the needs of both the repair shop and serious DIY user. The FP160 features a four- position welding power output control and infinite wire speed adjustment giving precise welding control.

The FP130 dual purpose MIG Welding System features quick change internal polarity adjustment that makes changing fromMIG (GMAW) to Flux Cored (FCAW) welding processes quick and easy.

The FP160's rugged portable industrial design delivers the reliability and performance required to make it and ideal unit for general fabrication as well as farm, ranch, automotive and light maintenance repairs.

Features • Industrial performance• Use standard 230 volt single phase current• Welds with or without shielding gas• Welds with solid or flux core wire• 2 lb. and 10 lb. wire spool capacity• Four position welding power control• Illuminated on/off power switch• Illuminated thermal overload warning indicator • Thermostatic heat protection• Infinite wire speed control• Heavy duty wire drive system

Accessories Include:• Genuine Firepower® argon regulator • 10 ft. genuine Tweco® MIG gun • 6 ft. ground cable and 200 amp work clamp • 6 ft. power cord (without plug)• Spool of .030 MIG welding wire• Instruction manual (English, French, Spanish)

Dual Purpose MIG (GMAW) orFlux Cored (FCAW) Capabilities

5-2-1 Warranty



D:17 3/8” (440mm)



FP200 The FP200 MIG Welding System offers superior performance at an affordable price. This system includes all the features desired by professionalwelders and increases efficiency and productivity. This unit is ideal for light fabrication work, garage/auto body, fleet, farm and ranch repairs. Thiseasy to use unit is the perfect choice for effective vocational training.

Features• Welds 22 gauge to 1/2" mild steel in a single pass• Excellent aluminum capabilities (with optional spool gun)• Euro style easy connect MIG gun system• Firepower instant spool gun set up system• Heavy duty gear driven wire feed system• Seven position welding power output control• Spot weld timer• Adjustable burn back control• Adjustable soft arc control• Infinite wire speed control• Heavy duty braking system• Built-in cylinder rack and running gear• Illuminated power on indicator • Illuminated thermal over load warning indicator• 2 lb., 10 lb., 30 lb. wire spool capacity• Thermostatic overload protection• 5-2-1 Warranty

Comes Complete With • Genuine Firepower® argon regulator• 10 ft. genuine Tweco MIG gun• 10 ft. ground cable and work clamp• 6 ft. power cord (without plug)• Welding nozzle and tip• Spool of .035 MIG welding wire• Instruction manual (English, French, Spanish)

Spool Gun Ready

5-2-1 Warranty


Amps Voltage Amps Voltage Amps Cycle Capacity230V 25 21.7 210 40 155 60% 1/2” 98/905 IPM H:31” (785mm) 175 lbs.60 HZ 2.5/23 IPM W: 19 1/2” (488mm) (27.3kg)

D;33” (840mm)



FP260 The FP260 MIG Welding System offers industrial performance at an affordable price. This system includes the most popular features desired by pro-fessional welders and increases efficiency and productivity. This unit is ideal for fabrication work, garage/auto body, fleet, farm and ranch repairs.The perfect choice for the serious welder.

Features• Welds 22 gauge to 5/8" mild steel in a single pass• Excellent aluminum capabilities with optional spool gun• Euro style easy connect MIG gun system• Firepower instant spool gun set up system• Heavy duty gear driven wire feed system• Seven position welding power output control• Spot weld timer• Adjustable burn back control• Adjustable soft arc control• Infinite wire speed control• Heavy duty braking system• Built-in cylinder rack and running gear• Illuminated power on indicator • Illuminated thermal over load warning indicator• 2 lb., 10 lb., 30 lb. wire spool capacity• Thermostatic overload protection• 5-2-1 Warranty

Comes Complete With • Genuine Firepower® argon regulator• 10 ft. genuine Tweco MIG gun• 10 ft. ground cable and work clamp• 6 ft. power cord (without plug)• Welding nozzle and tip• Spool of .035 MIG welding wire• Instruction manual (English, French, Spanish)

Spool Gun Ready

5-2-1 Warranty


Amps Voltage Amps Voltage Amps Cycle Capacity230V 35 26 270 43 200 60% 5/8” 98/905 IPM H:31” (785mm) 200 lbs.60 HZ 2.5/23 IPM W: 19 1/2” (488mm) (91kg)

D:33” (840mm)



FP190E Welding/Generation Power SourceThe FP190 offers you powerful 170 amp DC (SMAW) welding output plus delivers the highest available auxiliary power at an affordable price. TheFP190 portable welding/power generation system is powered by a high performance air-cooled Honda industrial engine providing both fuel efficiencyand performance. The FP 190 features a patented Power-Plus alternator that delivers smooth welding output and it's brushless design increasesefficiency and the life of the machine. Separate windings are used for welding and power generation allowing you to utilize auxiliary power whilesimultaneously using the welding function of the unit. The FP190 rugged, portable design delivers the reliability and performance making it an idealunit for farm, ranch, industrial and construction job site uses.

Features• 9 H.P. industrial honda engine• DC welding output• Fine amperage adjustment control• Patented power plus alternator• Simultaneous auxiliary power and welding capabilities• Low oil pressure shut down• Hour meter• Heavy duty rugged roll case design• 1.5 Gallon fuel tank

Comes Complete With • 15 ft. welding cable with electrode holder• 12 ft. ground cable and work clamp • (2) 115 volt, 60 hz, 15 amp auxiliary power receptacles• (1) 230 volt, 60 hz, single phase auxiliary power receptacle• Instruction manual (English, French, Spanish)

Simultaneous Auxiliary PowerD.C. Welding Power

1 Year Warranty

Engine Engine Auxiliary Auxiliary Welding Maximum Rated Rated MaximumType Model Power Power Output Output Output Duty Thickness

115 Volt 230 Volt Voltage Amps Amps Cycle Capacity Dimensions Weight

Honda GX200 OHV Single Phase Single Phase 26.8 190DC 170DC 60% 7/8” H: 19” (482mm) 205 lbs. (92kg)9 H.P 60 Hz 60 Hz W: 20” (508mm)

15 Amp Duplex 4 KVA L: 29” (736mm)Pull Start 2 KVA



FP100 Enjoy the convenience of arc welding repairs at an affordable price. The FP100 operates on standard 115 volt household current and is designed tobe simple to operate. The FP100 portable arc welding system features AC welding output as well as infinite amperage control making it easy foreven novice welder to obtain professional results. The rugged easy grip handle and its light-weight make this unit both practical and portable. TheFP100 is ideal for home, farm and light maintenance repairs.

Features• Uses standard 115 volt household current• Features Firepower easy weld system• AC welding output• Infinite amperage adjustment• Thermostatic heat protection

Comes Complete With • 6 ft. welding lead and electrode holder • 6 ft. ground cable and work clamp• 4 ft. power cord with plug• Instruction manual (English, French, Spanish)

5-2-1 Warranty


Amps Voltage Amps Voltage Amps Cycle Capacity115V 20 27 85 37 65 15% 3/16” H:11 1/2” (290mm) 27 lbs.60 HZ W: 9” (225mm) (12kg)

D:13 1/4” (338mm)



FP235The FP235 offers you powerful 235 Amp AC (SMAW) welding performance at an affordable price. The FP235 features infinite amperage adjust-ment, which provides precise welding control. This versatile unit is ideal for both light and heavy-duty repairs.

The FP235's rugged, portable design delivers the reliability and performance to make it an ideal unit for general fabrication as well as farm, ranch,automotive and light maintenance repairs.

Features• Uses standard 230 volt household current• AC welding output• Infinite amperage adjustment• Thermostatic heat protection• Portable wheel and handle kit• Professional dense style cable connections• Fan cooled transformer • Illuminated power on indicator• Illuminated thermal overload indicator• Thermostatic heat protection• 5-2-1 Warranty

Comes Complete With • 10 ft. welding lead and electrode holder • 10 ft. ground cable and work clamp • 6 ft. power cord (without plug)• Wheel kit and handle• Instruction manual (English, French, Spanish)

5-2-1 Warranty


Amps Voltage Amps Voltage Amps Cycle Capacity

230V 50 20 235 72 200 20% 1/2” H:23.5” (597mm) 99 lbs.60 HZ W:17.5” (441mm) (45 kg)

D:14” (360mm)



FP235 AC/DCThe FP235 AC/DC offers you powerful 235 Amp AC / 185 Amp DC Arc (SMAW) welding performance at an affordable price. DC output producesbetter visual welds, with more control and less spatter. It is the preferred method for overhead out of position welding. The FP235 features infiniteamperage adjustment, which provides precise welding control. This versatile unit is ideal for both light and heavy-duty repairs.

The FP235's rugged, portable design delivers the reliability and performance to make it an ideal unit for general fabrication as well as farm, ranch,automotive and light maintenance repairs.

Features• Uses standard 230 volt household current• AC/DC welding output• Infinite amperage adjustment• Thermostatic heat protection• Portable wheel and handle kit• Professional dense style cable connections• Fan cooled transformer • Illuminated power on indicator• Illuminated thermal overload indicator• Thermostatic heat protection• 5-2-1 Warranty

Comes Complete With• 10 ft. welding lead and electrode holder • 10 ft. ground cable and work clamp • 6 ft. power cord (without plug)• Wheel kit and handle• Instruction manual (English, French, Spanish)

5-2-1 Warranty


Amps Voltage Amps Voltage Amps Cycle CapacityAC Specs 50 20 235 72 200 20% 1/2” H 23.5” (597mm) 113 lbs.

230V W 17.5” (441mm) (51kg)60 HZ D:14” (360mm)DC

Specs 35 21.5 185 63 135 20% 1/2”



FP18 Plasma Arc Cutting System Portable Cutting PowerThe FP18 portable plasma cutting system operates on standard 115 volt household current. The built in compressor provides the user maximumportability. The FP18 features Firepower's pilot arc/drag torch system which allows you to cut rusted, painted or coated surfaces, without the needfor prior surface preparation and it lets you cut grates, chain link fence and perforated steel without restarting the torch. The FP18 portable self-contained plasma system is an ideal system for HVAC, auto body, metal roofing, metal building construction as well as many other uses around thefarm, ranch and light maintenance shop.

Features• Operates on standard 115 volt household current• Built-in air compressor• Maximum portability• Cuts mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper or brass• Firepower drag tip torch system• Long consumables life / low cost per cut• Firepower pilot arc system• Firepower automatic torch restart system• One year warranty

Comes Complete With • 20 ft. genuine Firepower drag torch system• 6 ft. power cord (with plug)• (5) 1445-0031 cutting tips• (3) 1445-0016 electrodes• (1) 1445-0017 gas distributor• Instruction manual (English, French, Spanish)

Portable Cutting Power1/8” Mild Steel Cutting Capacity

Input Input Input Air Maximum Rated Rated Maximum CuttingVoltage Current Requirements Output Output Duty Cutting Speed

Amps Amps Amps Cycle Capacity Mild Steel Dimensions Weight115 V 20 Not Required 18 12 30% 1/8” 20 ga. / 60” IPM H: 10” 55 lbs. (25kg)60 HZ 18 ga. / 60” IPM W: 9

10 ga. / 12” IPM D: 16”1/8” / 9” IPM



FP25 Plasma Arc Cutting System Portable Cutting Power/ Inverter TechnologyThe FP25 115 Volt portable plasma arc cutting system operates on standard 115 volt household current. The FP25 features state of the art invertertechnology, which gives your superior cutting performance and increased cutting cycle. The FP25's pilot arc / drag torch system allows you to cutrusted, painted or coated surfaces without prior surface preparation and lets you cut grates, chain link fence and perforated steel without restartingthe torch. The FP25 portable plasma arc cutting system is an ideal system for HVAC, auto body, farm, ranch and light maintenance uses.

Features• Operates on standard 115 volt household current• Inverter technology/increased cutting cycle• Lightweight and portable• Cuts mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper or brass• Firepower drag tip torch system• Long consumable life/low cost per cut• Firepower pilot arc system• Firepower automatic torch restart system• Built-in adjustable air regulation system• Built-in air pressure gauge• One year warranty

Comes Complete With • 12.5 ft. genuine Firepower drag torch system• 6 ft. power cord (with plug)• (5) 1445-0015 cutting tips• (3) 1445-0016 electrodes• (1) 1445-0017 gas distributor• Instruction manual (English, French, Spanish)

115 VoltsInverter Technology

1/4” Mild Steel Cutting Capacity


Amps Amps Amps Cycle Capacity Mild Steel Dimensions Weight115 V 20 50 PSI /2.25 CFM 25 20 40% 1/4” 1/4” / 8” IPM H: 13 1/4” 46.6 lbs. (21kg)60 HZ 3/16” / 15” IPM W: 6 3/4”

1/8” / 25” IPM D: 17 1/2””1/16” / 85” IPM



FP50 Plasma Arc Cutting System Portable Cutting Power/ Inverter TechnologyThe FP50 230 Volt plasma arc cutting system operates on standard 230 volt single phase current. The FP50 features state of the art inverter tech-nology, which gives your superior cutting performance and increased cutting cycle. The FP50's pilot arc / drag torch system allows you to cut rust-ed, painted or coated surfaces without prior surface preparation and grates, chain link fence and perforated steel without restarting the torch. TheFP50 plasma arc cutting system is an ideal system for auto body, farm, ranch, maintenance and fabrication uses.

Features• Operates on standard 230 volt current• Inverter technology/increases cutting cycle• Lightweight and portable• Cuts mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper or brass• Firepower drag tip torch system• Long consumable life/low cost per cut• Firepower pilot arc system• Firepower automatic torch restart system• Built-in adjustable air regulation system• Built-in air pressure gauge• Thermostatic heat protection• Adjustable power output • One year warranty

Comes Complete With • 12.5 ft. genuine Firepower drag torch system• 6 ft. power cord (without plug)• (5) 1445-0055 cutting tips• (3) 1445-0056 electrodes• (1) 1445-0057 gas distributor• Instruction manual (English, French, Spanish)

Portable Cutting PowerInverter Technology

1/2” Mild Steel Cutting Capacity


Amps Amps Amps Cycle Capacity Mild Steel Dimensions Weight250 V 28 60 PSI /2.25 CFM 45 35 40% 1/2” 1/2” / 9” IPM H: 20 3/4” 88 lbs. (40kg)

50/60 HZ 3/8” / 15” IPM W: 9 3/4”1/8” / 1000” IPM D: 25””

16 ga. / 200” IPM



FP78 Plasma Arc Cutting System Industrial Cutting Power/ Inverter TechnologyThe FP78 features state of the art inverter technology, which gives you superior cutting performance and increased cutting cycle. The FP78’s pilotarc /drag torch system allows you to cut rusted, painted or coated surfaces without prior surface preparation and it lets you cut grates, chain linkfence and perforated steel without restarting the torch. The FP78 portable cutting system is an ideal system for industrial, farm, ranch, maintenanceand fabrication shops-wherever industrial cutting power is required.

Features• Operates on 230 volt single phase or 460 volt three phase current• Inverter technology/increases cutting cycle• Lightweight and portable• Cuts mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper or brass• Firepower drag tip torch system• Long consumable life/low cost per cut• Firepower pilot arc system• Firepower automatic torch restart system• Built-in adjustable air regulation system• Built-in air pressure gauge• Thermostatic heat protection• Adjustable power output • One year warranty

Comes Complete With • 20 ft. genuine Firepower® drag torch system• 6 ft. power cord (without plug)• (5) 1445-0019 cutting tips• (3) 1445-0007 electrodes• (1) 1445-0008 gas distributor• Instruction manual (English, French, Spanish) Industrial Cutting Power

Inverter Technology1 1/4” Mild Steel Cutting Capacity


Amps Amps Amps Cycle Capacity Mild Steel Dimensions Weight230V 56 60 PSI /5 CFM 70 60 40% 1 1/4” 1” / 5” IPM H: 20 3/4” 80 lbs. (37kg)460V 18 3/4” / 10” IPM W: 9 3/4”

50/60 HZ 1/2” / 18” IPM D: 25””1/4” / 200” IPM1 1/16” / 300’ IPM



MIG WELDING ACCESSORIESFirepower MIG CartThe Firepower MIG welding cart makes it easy to move yourportable MIG welding system to the job.

Ideal for:• Built in cylinder rack for safety• Storage tray for welding accessories• Ideal for moving and storage of welders• Works with FP90, FP120, FP130, FP160

Suggested Retail Price $149.00

Spool GunFirepower’s semi-automatic spool gun is designed to effectivelyweld aluminum, stainless steel and mild steels. The best spool gun value available today. Designed to be used witheither the FP200 or FP260.

Features• 200 amp, 60% duty cycle• Compact design maximizes operators control

and reduces hand and arm fatigue• Gun mounted potentiometer allows the user to weld

and control wire speed with one hand operation

Comes Complete With• 15 ft. quick connect cable system• Spool gun• MIG gun nozzle• Contact Tips• Only works with Firepower® products

Suggested Retail Price $449.00

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