The lineup features everything from ultra-compact DIY inverters to powerful industrial welding systems. Let’s break down the key features of each series and determine which equipment is right for you.
HOBBY Series (MMA 180, 200, 220): Compactness Without Compromise
For mobile jobs, working at height, automotive repair, and residential DIY construction, an inverter's weight and dimensions are crucial. The entry-level line of BRIMA MMA domestic units stands out with exceptional portability—the machines weigh just 3.5 to 3.9 kg.
Despite their compact footprint, these units are packed with the full feature set of modern inverters:
- Hot Start for effortless electrode ignition;
- Arc Force to prevent arc extinction during droplet transfer;
- Anti-Stick, preventing electrode freeze-up and overheating;
- LIFT TIG mode, expanding the unit's versatility to delicate touch-start argon arc welding;
- Smooth current control and a reliable 60% duty cycle.
The machines run on standard 220–230 V single-phase household mains and come complete with an electrode holder, earth clamp, and a shoulder strap for comfortable transport.
PROFESSIONAL Series (ARC 200 / 220 / 250): The Balance of Service Life and Versatility
For demanding daily operations in workshop and construction site environments, the ARC Professional series provides the optimal solution.
- Output current flexibility: adjustment ranges reach up to 250 A, enabling reliable welding with electrodes up to 5 mm in diameter.
- Input versatility: the series features single-phase solutions (220 V) as well as dual-voltage models—such as the ARC 250 (220/380), capable of running on both single-phase mains and three-phase industrial lines.
- Advanced control: units are equipped with legible digital displays for pinpoint amperage setting.
INDUSTRIAL Series (ARC 300, 315, 400, 505): Heavy Artillery at 380/400 V
The industrial sector demands round-the-clock endurance. The BRIMA Industrial line is built for connection to three-phase 400 V power supplies, delivering currents up to 500 A (flagship ARC 505 model).
Key Advantages of Industrial Models:
- Remote control: high-output machines (including the ARC 505) include a remote control unit, allowing welders to adjust parameters right at the work area without walking back to the power source.
- Efficient cooling: rugged tunnel-design enclosures protect internal circuit boards from airborne dust, metal shavings, and overheating.
- Arc stability: superior weld pool control when working with thick-gauge structural steel and critical assemblies.
Shop-Floor Solutions: Multi-Operator VDM Rectifiers and Ballast Rheostats
For large shipyards, installation projects, and manufacturing plants, deploying dozens of individual inverters is often impractical and cost-prohibitive. For these setups, BRIMA offers a time-tested multi-operator welding system:
- VDM 6304 and VDM 1203 Rectifiers: heavy-duty industrial DC power sources for 4 and 8 welding stations respectively, with nominal outputs of 630 A and 1,250 A at a 100% duty cycle!
- RB-Series Ballast Rheostats (RB-302, RB-306, RB-500): provide independent stepped current adjustment at each workstation without affecting other operators.
Conclusion
The updated BRIMA catalog demonstrates a comprehensive approach to welding operations. Equipping even compact DIY units with premium features (LIFT TIG, Arc Force, Anti-Stick), offering dual-voltage flexibility on professional inverters, and delivering uncompromising power in industrial lines make the range a relevant choice for any tier—from DIYers to plant chief welding engineers.
Brima Welding Equipment on Enex