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    Welding gas bottles

    Hey Guys,

    Can you give me some advice regarding argon & co2 gas bottles?
    It is for TIG and MIG, and sizes I'm thinking about atm are either D or E sizes.
    I think size C is too small and may run out quickly depending on the hobby activity.

    I am not sure whether the renting bottles is a viable option for a hobby welder like myself(unless I can get a good deal on rent).
    Typical rent is about $30 a month afaik, so can get expensive when I have a full bottle and don't get it used up much and go for a year or two or more.

    What/where should I go for the best deal? Any advice would be great.
    I'm ok with travelling a bit far to get a good deal.

    I'm in Melbourne Outer East.

    I'm ok with renting if the deal is not a rip off.

    Thanx in advance for any advice, tips etc.


    P.S. Is there a way that i can get away with a single bottle for both MIG and TIG?
    I mean is it possible to use argon on MIG? Or does it has to be CO2/argon mix?
    For MIG, I'm looking at mild steel welding at this stage. Nothing else.
    Last edited by dom14; 18th November 2017 at 01:18 PM.
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