Christmas Appliances Bath Blinds & Window Coverings Building Materials Cleaning Decking, Lumber & Composites Décor & Furniture Doors & Windows Electrical Floors & Area Rugs Hardware Heating & Cooling Kitchen Lighting & Ceiling Fans Outdoor Cooking & BBQs Outdoor Living & Patio Paint Plumbing Smart Home Storage & Organization Tools All Departments Black Friday Holiday Gift Centre Winter Home Maintenance Checklist
Shop incredible Black Friday deals now! Hurry, event ends December 3.  Shop event.

Lincoln Electric AC-225 Stick Welder

Model # K1170|Store SKU # 1000174256

Lincoln Electric AC-225 Stick Welder

Overview

Model # K1170 Store SKU # 1000174256

The AC-225 Stick Welder is Lincoln Electric's best selling arc welder of all time. The AC-225 produces an extremely smooth AC arc for welding a wide variety of materials including carbon, low alloy, and stainless steels as well as cast iron. Full range 40-225 amp selector switch quickly sets the welding current and ensures a uniform arc each and every time you weld.

  1. Traditional design provides long-life and low cost operation
  1. 225 amp AC output is enough for 3/16 in. (4.8mm) diameter general purpose mild steel electrodes and 5/32 in. (4.0mm) sizes of other electrodes
  1. Compact size allows for easy storage and handling

Manual

  1. Instructions_1000174256.pdf
  2. 1000174256_Specification.pdf
  3. 1000174256_Warranty.pdf
  4. 1000174256_Instructions.pdf
  5. 1000174256_Use & Care Manual.pdf

The Home Depot will provide an accessible format of PDFs upon request. Please contact us at
1-800-628-0525.

Specifications

Dimensions

Assembled Depth (in inches)
12
Assembled Height (in inches)
24
Assembled Weight (in lbs)
109
Assembled Width (in inches)
17.25
Packaged Depth (in inches)
14.5
Packaged Height (in inches)
24.5
Packaged Weight (In lbs)
96
Packaged Width (in inches)
18.5

Details

Certified
Country of Origin
US-United States
Engine Power
Electric (AC)
Input Power (Volts)
220
Welding Machine Type
Stick

Warranty / Certifications

3 year warranty. 1-800-268-0812
Related Searches
century dc inverter arc 120
century inverter arc 230
easy weld forney 140 mp machine
forney industries 140 mig welder
lincoln electric aluminum feeding kit
lincoln electric century ac120 stick welder
lincoln electric single flint striker
lincoln electric tip cleaner

Related Products

Easy Weld Forney 20 P Plasma Cutter

The Forney Easy Weld 20 P plasma cutter is easy to use, portable and generator friendly. Ideal for sheet metal to thin plate cutting and auto body, farm and ranch, HVAC, plumbing and contractor work. Includes 13 ft. cutting torch, 8 ft. ground clamp, 20A-15A adapter, 1 additional electrode and 1 additional nozzle. Features integrated air pressure regulator and dryer, drag torch technology and 3 diagnostic LED lights! Product Specifications: Dimensions: 15.125 inch x 8.125 inch x 12 inch Weight: 21.5 lbs. High duty cycle and cutting capacity 20 AMP output Cuts up to 1/4 inch of mild steel 120-volt input power (20A/15A) Recommended for use with Forney Industries consumable part numbers 85755, 85393, 85392, 85414 and 85394 Air compressor required (not included) Duty cycle: 35% 20A

The Forney Easy Weld 20 P plasma cutter is easy to use, portable and generator friendly. Ideal for sheet metal to thin plate cutting and auto body, farm and ranch, HVAC, plumbing and contractor work. Includes 13 ft. cutting torch, 8 ft. ground clamp, 20A-15A adapter, 1 additional electrode and 1 additional nozzle. Features integrated air pressure regulator and dryer, drag torch technology and 3 diagnostic LED lights! Product Specifications: Dimensions: 15.125 inch x 8.125 inch x 12 inch Weight: 21.5 lbs. High duty cycle and cutting capacity 20 AMP output Cuts up to 1/4 inch of mild steel 120-volt input power (20A/15A) Recommended for use with Forney Industries consumable part numbers 85755, 85393, 85392, 85414 and 85394 Air compressor required (not included) Duty cycle: 35% 20A
View Details

Easy Weld Forney 140 FC-i MIG Machine

The Forney Easy Weld 140 FC-i machine uses flux core wire. Applications include do-it-yourself, maintenance and repair, metal fabrication and hobbyist. Product Specifications: Dimensions: 16.75 inch x 8.125 inch x 12 inch Weight: 19 lbs. Gasless/flux-core welding only Portable Torch wrap Infinite voltage and wire feed speed control 120-volt input, 140 AMP output Welds 24-gauge up to 1/4 inch Handles .030 inch wire Includes: 8 ft. MIG gun, 8 ft. ground clamp and 20A - 15A adapter Recommended for use with Forney Industries consumable part numbers 85336, 60170, 60171, 60172 and 85339

The Forney Easy Weld 140 FC-i machine uses flux core wire. Applications include do-it-yourself, maintenance and repair, metal fabrication and hobbyist. Product Specifications: Dimensions: 16.75 inch x 8.125 inch x 12 inch Weight: 19 lbs. Gasless/flux-core welding only Portable Torch wrap Infinite voltage and wire feed speed control 120-volt input, 140 AMP output Welds 24-gauge up to 1/4 inch Handles .030 inch wire Includes: 8 ft. MIG gun, 8 ft. ground clamp and 20A - 15A adapter Recommended for use with Forney Industries consumable part numbers 85336, 60170, 60171, 60172 and 85339
View Details

Forney Industries 140 MIG Welder

Easy to use: Euro connect torch with Tweco style consumables Fast disconnect to swap out torch, clean liner 10 ft. MIG gun Integrated ft. Torch wrap included for cable organization Torch with built in strain relief which extends cable life 115A, 19.75V 20% Duty Cycle 90A, 18.5V 35% Duty Cycle 60A, 21V 60% Duty Cycle 55A, 16.75V 100% Duty Cycle High-duty cycle of 115A 20%, 90A 35%, 60A 60%, 55A 100% Runs off of household 120V power Better wire feeding: Upgraded cast aluminum wire drive system. Dual geared idler and drive roll with better de-spooler Larger cabinet for easy access to 4 inch (1-2 lb.) and 8 inch (10-11 lb.) spools Processes: MIG (GMAW); Flux Cored (FCAW) Input Power: 120V Amperage Range: 30-140A Wire Diameter Range: .024 inch - .035 inch Plate Thickness Range: 24 ga. - 1/4 inch 57 lbs. Dimensions: 19 inch x 9.5 inch x 16.5 inch Includes: MIG gun with 10 ft. lead. 10 ft. ground cable & clamp. Gas hose and regulator.

Easy to use: Euro connect torch with Tweco style consumables Fast disconnect to swap out torch, clean liner 10 ft. MIG gun Integrated ft. Torch wrap included for cable organization Torch with built in strain relief which extends cable life 115A, 19.75V 20% Duty Cycle 90A, 18.5V 35% Duty Cycle 60A, 21V 60% Duty Cycle 55A, 16.75V 100% Duty Cycle High-duty cycle of 115A 20%, 90A 35%, 60A 60%, 55A 100% Runs off of household 120V power Better wire feeding: Upgraded cast aluminum wire drive system. Dual geared idler and drive roll with better de-spooler Larger cabinet for easy access to 4 inch (1-2 lb.) and 8 inch (10-11 lb.) spools Processes: MIG (GMAW); Flux Cored (FCAW) Input Power: 120V Amperage Range: 30-140A Wire Diameter Range: .024 inch - .035 inch Plate Thickness Range: 24 ga. - 1/4 inch 57 lbs. Dimensions: 19 inch x 9.5 inch x 16.5 inch Includes: MIG gun with 10 ft. lead. 10 ft. ground cable & clamp. Gas hose and regulator.
View Details

Century Flux-Core FC-90 Wire Feed Welder

Plug in the Century FC90 flux core wire feed welder anywhere common 120-Volt input power is available. The small lightweight inverter design allows for portability perfect for small weld jobs. Automatic thermal protector shuts off the output until the machine cools to a normal operating temperature.

Plug in the Century FC90 flux core wire feed welder anywhere common 120-Volt input power is available. The small lightweight inverter design allows for portability perfect for small weld jobs. Automatic thermal protector shuts off the output until the machine cools to a normal operating temperature.
View Details
AC-225 Stick WelderLincoln Electric AC-225 Stick WelderThe AC-225 Stick Welder is Lincoln Electric's best selling arc welder of all time. The AC-225 produces an extremely smooth AC arc for welding a wide variety of materials including carbon, low alloy, and stainless steels as well as cast iron. Full range 40-225 amp selector switch quickly sets the welding current and ensures a uniform arc each and every time you weld.
Lincoln Electric
1000174256
CAD709.992023-11-30
The Home Depot Canada
AC-225 Stick Welder is rated 0.4 out of 5 by 156.
  • y_2023, m_11, d_28, h_8
  • bvseo_bulk, prod_bvrr, vn_bulk_3.0.37
  • cp_1, bvpage1
  • co_hasreviews, tv_21, tr_135
  • loc_en_CA, sid_1000174256, prod, sort_[SortEntry(order=RELEVANCE, direction=DESCENDING)]
  • clientName_homedepot-canada
  • bvseo_sdk, java_sdk, bvseo-4.0.0
  • CLOUD, getAggregateRating, 129ms
  • REVIEWS, PRODUCT
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Simple, powerful, quality and great value. I purchased this welder from my local Home Depot and it exceeded my expectations. You can't find a better value anywhere. Straight forward layout. Strikes an arc with ease. Built to last. It's everything you'll ever need to do most welding projects and it won't suck your wallet dry. This is Lincoln's best selling model of all time...and if you purchase one you'll see why. Novice or pro...you'll be very pleased. Nowadays it's hard to find a good quality product that does the job it was intended to do and doesn't cost an arm and a leg. Kudos to Lincoln and Home Depot. Would recommend this welder in a heartbeat.
Date published: 2012-02-20
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Lincoln AC 225 I've been a welder all my life. I went into management for a period of app 28 yrs and sat on the sidelines as the younger guys did the welding. Now semi retired I found myself needing a welder. I went back to the welder I first used when I was 15 yrs old ! The Lincoln AC 225. It's 5 star. It'll do the work. And I haven't forgot how to weld ! It'll weld 7018 LH rods, 7014, 6011. And it does an excellent job. It's not a $5000 machine, but I don't need one. I highly recommend it. Knowing how to weld is not a plus: its detrimental. Much to the chagrin of some, it takes a "weldor", not a "welder" to be able to weld. You young guys out there: get 2 yrs of welding school under your belt. Get certified. You'll NEVER be out of a job ! And then get this Lincoln. In your spare time people will line up to get you to fix something for them.
Date published: 2016-10-25
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Lincoln AC225S [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This model welder by Lincoln has been around for at least 40 years as it's the same dependable, easy to operate machine that it was when I was in high school ag class. For a model to be produced for that long, there has to be good reasons. Some of those reasons are that it's economically priced. It's easy to use. Plug it in and go to welding. Rods and helmet are included so you can go to work fast. And it's backed by the Lincoln name, one of the oldest and best on the market. I really like mine and would buy another if I didn't have one.
Date published: 2007-09-08
Rated 5 out of 5 by from This welder is "The Machine To Have." When it comes to welding, weather it is a new project or repair job, this machine excels at it, you do not have to worry about it letting you down. With the wide selections of electrodes available, even aluminum can be stick welded with it now. I've welded many times over the years with this machine, and when I got my shop at home, I bought this great machine for my new shop. It's dependability, ease of use, and wide selection of uses will keep this welder a staple in most shops. You can buy a more complicated and expensive welder, but not a BETTER WELDER! Home Depot has it at the best price around, and all the accessories you need, such as the correct electrodes, etc. You will surely be more than happy with this machine.
Date published: 2012-06-28
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great product at a reasonable price. Welder does a great job around my ranch. Just the right size for my needs. Even welded 5/8 steel with surprisingly good results. Easy to use. Burns stick after stick with no issue. Highly recommended.
Date published: 2015-01-06
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Purchased THIS welder OVER 25 Years ago and, STILL WELDS GREAT!! Purchased THIS welder OVER 25 years ago and, STILL welds GREAT!!! I have had Trucks all my adult life and, heavy equipment too for a while. Never been a "wealthy" man so I have always bought used equipment and, fixed it myself! And, I can tell you first hand THIS Welder HAS the POWER to penetrate HEAVY Metal! Always be sure to clean ALL your surfaces! (ground too) The Trick to getting it to Stick is PENETRATION!! The ONLY other thing I can say is that I have never had any formal training as a welder but, I NEVER had ANY weld fail. NEVER! Again the trick is PENETRATION and, CLEAN your surfaces! That being said, many "REAL" welders (like certified ones) have told me that IF I liked welding with THIS welder I should try the AC/DC version. They ALL say the DC welder works better and, is easier and, makes a nicer weld. Well after I returned to Pittsburgh from NC. I went to work for one of the local trucking companies and, they had an AC/DC version of this welder and, I used it many times and, I can NOT honestly tell you that I noticed any appreciable difference what so ever. Maybe it might have been a little easier to get the rod started. But, I never really had any trouble getting a rod started anyway. Please DO NOT HESITATE for one second. THIS IS A GREAT WELDER! It has NEVER let me down!! NOT EVER!! 26 years atleast! And, I have NOT been nice to it either! Run it hard and, long and, under harsh conditions too! NEVER a problem. GREAT WELDER!
Date published: 2013-10-09
Rated 3 out of 5 by from this is a good product This is a great welder.I just bought my 2nd one,my 1st one was over 40 yrs old,however I believe they could be less greedy about there lead cables.Unless you add longer ones they are pretty much worthless you have to hover over your welder to work on anything.
Date published: 2013-02-03
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Lincoln AC225S Welder we looked at a lot of welders before buying a welder at The home depot and glad we did this is one of the best welders I have use in my life and I have work on a farm and use all kinds of welders over the years and you can not beat The home depot Price on this welder. Thank You home depot
Date published: 2007-06-22
  • y_2023, m_11, d_28, h_8
  • bvseo_bulk, prod_bvrr, vn_bulk_3.0.37
  • cp_1, bvpage1
  • co_hasreviews, tv_21, tr_135
  • loc_en_CA, sid_1000174256, prod, sort_[SortEntry(order=RELEVANCE, direction=DESCENDING)]
  • clientName_homedepot-canada
  • bvseo_sdk, java_sdk, bvseo-4.0.0
  • CLOUD, getReviews, 22ms
  • REVIEWS, PRODUCT

What is the weight o this welding equipment.

Asked by: Judith
The weight is listed on the specification sheet, 109 lbs.
Answered by: TomB2
Date published: 2021-03-21

CAN THIS MACHINE BE USE FOR ALUMINUM WELDING

Asked by: JUNIOR
After working in a fabrication shop that specializes in aluminum welding, this is not the machine to use. Aluminum is tricky as you need to preheat it, but if it gets too hot it will just melt. Gas shield welding is the best way.
Answered by: Wannaweldit
Date published: 2023-05-04

can this be plugged into a regular outlet?

where do you power this machine from
Asked by: shmit
The welder needs to be connected to a 240v 50amp circuit. The receptacle or outlet needs to be a NEMA 6-50R. There is no such thing as a regular outlet.
Answered by: TomB2
Date published: 2023-05-05

what is amperage input for this unit

what is amperage input for this unit
Asked by: jeff
50 Amps.
Answered by: Bigjim
Date published: 2023-05-05

Can I use this welder for weld 7018 electrode ?

Asked by: rafi
YES YOU CAN,,,,,,, BUT 7018 is a sloppy,, sputtery,,, difficult rod to use for multiple reasons -- I was a welding teacher,,, and have been involved with welding for some 47 years,,,, and you need to be (lets say) a Pro to know how to handle this rod --- Strongly suggest you use "7014"
Answered by: ganu
Date published: 2023-05-06

Can I plug this into a residence dryer outlet?

Asked by: bhemoth88
No, a electric dryer operates on a 30 amp, 120/240 volt circuit and this welder requires a 50 amp, 240 volt circuit with a NEMA 6-50R receptacle.
Answered by: TomB2
Date published: 2023-05-05

Can i burn 7018 rod

Asked by: Rayray
Yes, I use 7018 rod welds at currents up to 220 amps.
Answered by: CarBuff
Date published: 2023-05-06

Can I use this welder in the Philippines, a two wire 240 electrical system. One black hot wire is...

Can I use this welder in the Philippines, a two wire 240 electrical system. One black hot wire is 240 volt the other is bare wire connected to a grounding rod at the pole.
Asked by: E1B9C1
As long as the welder sees 240 volts it will work, but I wouldn't do it without a 3rd ground wire.
Answered by: TomB2
Date published: 2023-05-05
  • y_2023, m_11, d_29, h_8CST
  • bvseo_bulk, prod_bvqa, vn_bulk_3.0.37
  • cp_1, bvpage1
  • co_hasquestionsanswers, tq_113
  • loc_en_CA, sid_1000174256, prod, sort_[SortEntry(order=NUM_ANSWERS, direction=DESCENDING)]
  • clientName_homedepot-canada
  • bvseo_sdk, java_sdk, bvseo-4.0.0
  • CLOUD, getContent, 73ms
  • QUESTIONS, PRODUCT