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The Idealarc 250 is a solid welding machine that will burn any stick electrode you can throw at it. It is also a capable scratch start dc tig welder.
On 230v single phase power my Idealarc 250 draws 70 amps max, on 460v it draws 35 amps max and on 575v is draws 28 amps. My Idealarc is a newer flat top model circa 1992. These are very reliable machines that have been made for many years. They are not small machines, they pack some bulk but are very solid welders. I've seem many of the older round top Idealarc 250's sell for around $500. IMO, that's a real good deal as these are $1500 + new.

 

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This is what works for me:
Explain to momma how with this new welder you can build that potting plant hanger she's wanted for so long now .....and that hand rail for the steps...and repair that broken fence gate...... etc etc..Next thing you know, she'll be making a list of stuff for you to do with your new welder.

 

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I'm thinking that the 1053-C code means that that unit has the power factor capacitors on it? That will reduce the primary amperage required to run the machine and less energy consumption if that's the case.

 

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What do you need?
Have you tried Lincoln Electric?

 

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Ac only machine? Or ac/DC machine? The hf box is worth well over $100 alone. Go test the machine out with the cash in hand. Bring a 1/8 7018 and a 1/8 6010 to burn.

 

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Paul. If your machine is a 230/460/575v machine, it's the same as mine. Type K1053

 

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Did you call Lincoln Canada in Toronto? Yours, like mine, is a made in Canada machine with the 575v option