INDIANAPOLIS -- Are you thinking about trying your hand at welding but not ready to drop thousands on heavy-duty gear?

I found a simple and affordable way to get started — and it might just light a spark for you, too.

For my first dive into welding, I tested out the Titanium Easy Flux 125 Amp Welder from Harbor Freight. Price tag? About $100–$150, depending on sales. The best part? It gets solid reviews from actual welders, which I'm not.

Unlike some welding setups, this one just plugs into a regular household outlet. No gas tanks, no complicated setup. The wire itself is hollow and filled with flux — that’s what protects your weld while you work.

What You’ll Need

Before you start melting metal together, make sure you have: • Flux core welding wire (it comes in rolls and feeds throu

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