7 Best TIG Welders for Aluminum- Get the Cleanest and Best-Looking Weld!

This is without a doubt the best place to kick off this review. The AHP Alpha-TIG200X-2018 is a full-function TIG and stick welder with AC/DC capability. It has all the incredible features you would want on a welder including state of the art IGBT converter that makes it highly versatile.

The machine boasts of a robust 69-pound build. Its frame is impact resistant, thus can hold up well to frequent use. It features all the features needed for TIG and Stick welding like a metal foot pedal, pipes, an inverter, and a regulator. Also featured are top-quality TIG and Stick welding torches with all the fittings you need to get started.

Unlike most TIG machines, the AHP Alpha-TIG200X-2018 has straightforward controls that are super-easy to understand. In fact, it is one of the best TIG welders for beginners out there. It owes its simplicity to its 3-settings digital display that makes operating the machine much easier.

When it comes to power and duty cycle, it is hard to beat this welder. It has 2 power options; the 110v for maximum 150A output and 220v for a 200A maximum output. As for the duty cycle, you can crank it up to 220V and get a whopping 60% at 200A and 100% at 150A. This pretty impressive compared to other TIG welders within its range.

What we liked: You will have to part with a hefty sum of cash for this welder but you will never regret the decision. It packs a punch with superior features that offer pulse welding for aluminum and other capabilities for other types of metals. It is a perfect choice for an experienced DIY home welder or a professional in a small workshop.

What could be better: Some users have complained that the welder’s foot pedal lacks ergonomics and can be a bit difficult to use.

Lincoln is an iconic brand popularly known for expensive and powerful welder models. The TIG 200 is one of their affordable options that offer outstanding value for money. It is a fantastic choice for beginners or home users looking for premium quality in a welder without decimating their bank balance.

As expected of a top welder brand like Lincoln. The TIG 200 has an exceptional sturdy build that can stand the test of time. It is remarkably lightweight, coming in at 46.5pounds, thus highly portable and easy to maneuver. It has all the features and fittings you would need to get started including; a flow-meter type of gas regulator, a foot pedal, a 10ft hose, and a TIG torch.

The machine offers unrivaled convenience with its straightforward user interface, a 40% duty cycle, and a dual input voltage of 120v/240v. its automatic gas shut-off also adds to its easy usability.

With the AC/DC capability, the machine can weld a myriad of metals. For Aluminum, you will get fine and beautiful results on the account of the AC TIG process which has a pulse signal system that offers the smoothest filler metal deposition.

What’s more, you can adjust the AC frequency for an adjustable bead width.

With this machine, you can weld from a 24-gauge sheet up to a 3/16-inch plate. You can adjust its voltage according to the thickness of the material to achieve a smooth and accurate finish.

What we liked: This is a small and lightweight TIG welder that is beastly in its functionality. You can easily move around with it and it is capable of performing enormous tasks. It has superior build quality at a remarkably cheap price point thus a prime option for home users, craftsmen, hobbyists, and small fabricators.

What could be better: The welder’s duty cycle isn’t that impressive. At 120v, you get a 25% duty cycle for TIG and 20% for Stick while at 240v you get 60%.

This is by far the best digital TIG welder for Aluminum. It is a top flagship model for the renowned welder brand WeldPro. It has superb abilities that offer high-quality and fine welding finishes for aluminum and other thin materials.

Again, this welder sets itself apart with its digital controls. If you’re old school, you’ll find the absence of knobs and switches a little disconcerting but once you wrap your head around it, operating the machine will be plain sailing.

The machine has a tough 59.9 pounds impact-resistant build. The weight is perfect as it isn’t too light and flimsy, or too heavy to move from one place to another. Even better, it has a strong carrying handle that increases its portability. You will love its rocker style foot pedal and all the fittings with outstanding quality.

Another praiseworthy feature of this model is its amperage control settings found on its front-facing consol. This is a feature that many advanced welders will appreciate. With the settings, you can forget the pain of adjusting amperage settings with the foot pedal. It is especially helpful to welders who are extra picky on staying at a particular amperage range.

Moreover, the welder has pretty decent duty cycles. At a full 240V, you will get a 40% duty cycle of AC TIG welding and 60% for DC TIG welding.

What we liked: With a 2-year warranty it is hard to find a better digital TIG welder at this unit’s price point. It has a robust build that will give you long-lasting performance and its duty cycles are also above average. The digital controls make it much easier to use though they need a little getting used to.

What could be better: Not everyone will find the digital controls fun and easy to use.

Everlast is famous for its professional-grade welders and the TIG 210 EXT does not fall short. It is one of the best TIG welders for thin aluminum as it has a ton of features that offer high-end performance and unparalleled convenience. This Everlast welder can easily find its way into a professional workshop and work pretty well alongside more expensive inverter TIG welders.

The welder comes in a tough 62-pound build with a metal housing and an exceptionally durable handle to help you manage its weight when moving around. All its features and fittings welding torches, pipes, cords, foot pedal, and remote control are of great quality. Its high-quality brass fittings are enough indication that the welder means business plus, you can cool it down with water to prevent overheating.

The welder utilizes state of the art IGBT inverter for both stick and TIG welding. This together with its dual 120v/240v input increases its versatility. The cherry on top is that it has automatic voltage detection. Its duty cycles are also up there with the best. At 240v, you get a duty cycle of 60% and 100% at 120v.

Its control functions are equally up to par. They are a combination of dials and touch buttons that will give you a super-easy and perfectly logical user experience. Plus, it has a 4-digit LED display and lights that allow you to access critical information easily.

Another noteworthy aspect that makes this welder a top consideration is its wide amperage range of 5 to 210amps. You can use the lowest end of this range to easily fuse any type of thin aluminum sheets or wires.

What we liked: It is hard to beat this Everlast welder with all its first-rate features like the advanced pulse mode that allows you to easily oscillate between AC and DC output. It also happens to be one of the few affordable professional-grade welders for Aluminum out there. Plus, it is backed by a solid 5-year warranty.

What could be better: We didn’t have any contention with this welder’s performance or build quality.

This is the cream of the crop among professional grade TIG welders for Aluminum. It is incredibly versatile and easy to use thus suitable for both seasoned welders and beginners. Other than Aluminum, the AC/DC welder allows you to work on steel, stainless steel, copper, and titanium among other metals.

The machine is relatively lightweight, coming in at 60 pounds and with its 2 handles, you can easily move it from place to place. You will also appreciate its digital display and automation. It shuts down automatically when temperatures are high. You also get accurate and reliable readings on the digital display when you use the remote amperage control.

With a single control knob, you will be able to control the AC/DC 230v power to weld different types of metals with different thicknesses. Another huge plus is its high-frequency arc start. It allows you to strike an arc by pressing the foot pedal thus preventing contamination of the tungsten electrode which normally occurs when it touches the surface.

The most distinguishing feature of the EZ-TIG 165i is the fan-on-demand. It only operates on cooling demand and it prevents the entry of dust and debris into the machine during welding or when in storage. It also saves on power.

Moreover, the machine has an average duty cycle of 40% at a maximum 210v/220v/230v output. The duty cycle is not the best in the industry but it is enough to do a good job and with its AC/DC capabilities, you will be able to weld on a wide range of materials with different thicknesses from 22-gauge sheets up to 3/16-inch metal plates.

What we liked: the welder offers incredible versatility and convenience with top-notch features like fan-on-demand. Its easy-to-use interface is also a huge plus on top of its super durable build.

What could be better: Unlike many welders within its range, it only has the TIG welding capability.

Who says you have to break the bank to achieve fine and precise welds? The Lotos TIG 200 is one of the best entry-level TIG welders for Aluminum on the market. It has more than enough features that will give you the best beginner welding experience on your home repairs and simple DIY jobs.

The welder has a pretty durable build with a perfect weight of 58 pounds. It wouldn’t weigh you down and at the same time, it feels solid. It has a couple of features that make it a real bargain like an MMA/stick clamp, a ground clamp, an argon regulator, a foot pedal, and a TIG torch among others.

With its square wave inverter technology, you can work on multiple metals including aluminum copper, and tin. Its 110v/220v dual input voltage also contributes to its versatility. Even more, the machine has an automated switch process that simply detects the required voltage for a certain metal and adjusts itself accordingly.

The welder has an impressive duty cycle of 60% at both 150A for 110V and 190A for 220V. This allows you to weld metals as thin as 6mm and as thick as 1/4-inch.

Further, the machine features a precise foot pedal heat control which combines with the high-frequency start hand torch control to offer you precise welding. Also featured is a PAPST cooling system that helps to cool down the machine’s plasma cutter faster for a stable and durable performance.

What we liked: Just like other LOTOS welding machines, the TIG 200 offers a very stable and durable performance. Its features are well balanced such that a seasoned welder would make the most out of it and a beginner would wrap his head around its usability quickly.

What could be better: Some users have complained that the foot pedal needs some getting used to.

In the realm of affordable TIG welder, the Amico MTS-205 is a top contender. Amico is a reputable welder brand popularly known for its effective and durable welders. The MTS-205 is often overlooked because of stiff competition from other popular brands but a single glance at it is enough to tell it is no mickey-mouse welder.

The welder is ultra-lightweight, perhaps the lightest in the industry, weighing a mere 25 pounds. Unlike most lightweight welders, the MTS-205 has unquestionable durability, thus a prime choice for an on-the-go welder. It is also a tad smaller in size than most welders.

The machine has a massive set of features and accessories that make it highly versatile including the IGBT inverter technology. Additionally, on top of TIG, it has MIG and stick welding capabilities allowing you to work on different types of metals.

Surprisingly, its duty cycle is also up there with that of high-end models. You get a 60% duty cycle at 205A maximum output. You also have an option between the 100v and 240v input voltage.

What we liked: This is a fantastic choice for a beginner or a hobby welder. It is usually overlooked and associated with the lower end of the TIG welding spectrum yet it is one of the best Aluminum TIG welders for the money. It has a wealth on accessories, versatile functionality, and a superbly compact and lightweight build.

What could be better: There are a few complaints about the welder feeling flimsy.