OXFORD MIGMAKER 202 COMPACT MIG WELDER
The Oxford MIGMAKER 202 is a single phase 200A step regulated MIG welder made by British welding machine manufacturer Oxford. Updated for 2025, the MIGMaker 202 still offers the same robust British built build quality as before, but now has a more electrically efficient transformer to comply with latest regulations. Reverse polarity now comes with these machines as standard meaning gasless wire can be used if required. Spot Timer now also included FOC.
This is the most popular machine in the Oxford range and is great for automotive work, sheet metal fabrication and DIY use. Welds up to 5mm material thickness. Works at 3/4 power using a 13A domestic plug.
The Oxford MIGMAKER is made with a copper wound transformer, rugged switch gear, over rated rectifier and fan cooling all built into a strong 2mm steel chassis. Preferred by some, a transformer based machine arguably provides very long life spans and great reliability. The MIGMAKER range is their most popular model of their offering.
A high torque cast aluminium wire drive system with a 70W drive motor provides smooth wire feeding hour after hour, day after day.
Oxford take pride in making every machine by hand using the best components sourced in the UK wherever possible.
Updated in 2025, the MIGMaker 202 complies to BS IEC60974-6 for greater energy efficiency than the previous model. The transformers are now made to be extremely energy efficient and the machine will draw just 25 watts on standby.
STANDARD FEATURES on 2025 MODEL: Spot timer and plug
Main Features:
- British Made
- Heavy duty wire spool holder for 15kg or 5kg MIG wire reels – a mechanical brake prevents overrun
- Robust gas bottle carrier, holder and chain suitable for all bottle sizes
- MIG welding possible of Aluminium, mild steel and stainless steel
- Easy MIG wire loading – accessible just under the lid. Simple
- Oxford Cap + technology – Very smooth weld conditions on all materials, steel, stainless steel and aluminium etc.
- Smoothing capacitors and a unique choke design make for smooth welding characteristics with minimal spatter and easy arc starting.
- Infinitely variable wired feed speed with semi-synergic control, built in motor brake and burn back
- All metal geared wire drive system ensures perfect wire feeding of all sizes and types of wire
- Simple PCB – Robust for everyday use. Controls all functions including super smooth motor speed variability, motor braking and burn back control
- Good range of carefully selected voltage steps – Perfect settings for every job.
- All machines have a minimum amperage of 20A – weld as thin as you need.
- Efficient Oxford design – Low power consumption and decreased running costs.
- Supplied on wheels and casters – perfect for manoeuvrability around the work shop
- Industry standard euro connector with all brass construction – use your favourite torch.
- Built to comply with BS IEC60974-6, BS EN50199, RoHS directive, & CE marked.
There has never been a better time to buy British! With the weak British £ Oxford machines are more competitive than any similar quality imported machine & with the OXFORD long term back up buying British has to be the wise choice.
More output power from a 230V supply, lower input power, better duty cycles, better long term support, better pricing & all made right here in the UK!
Rugged reliable compact MIG machines with simple no nonsense controls. Great welding performance, simple build & easy maintenance, everything you want from a machine designed to weld & nothing you don’t want. 1000’s sold over the last few years!
All Oxford welding machines are offered with the following guarantees:
2 year warranty all items – except torch and regulator.
5 year main transformer warranty (the heart of the machine)
20 year minimum guarantee of spares availability
Size approx. 330mm W + front castor support & rear wheels, x 840mm L x 650mm H.
Fitted with a blue *16A plug standard (13A plug can be specified on request).
* Note the input fuse size on single phase models is a result of Oxfords calculations & tests, it is possible to use any of these models on a lower fuse size at lower welding power. It is recommended always using a ‘D’ type circuit breaker to avoid intermittent tripping & in some instances you may experience intermittent tripping if using close to maximum settings. *The min KVA rating quoted is for up to 3/4 power output, to achieve max output we suggest increase KVA by 40%.
Why accept an imported machine when you can buy a top quality British made machine for a similar price?
Please note: Oxford machines are built to order and may take 7 – 14 working days from order to be built and dispatched. If you place an order online, one of sales team will be in touch to confirm delivery time scales. Also note our returns policy for these machines on our terms and conditions page.
FROM THE MANUFACTURER:
Super smooth welding performance. Ideal for home workshops, car repairs, light fabrication & repairs, small gates & railings. With 8 volt
steps the output range can be regulated very precisely to suit the application. The lower voltage settings are chosen with only small
gaps, number 1 setting allows welding of very thin sheet from 0.5mm, number 2 is only a little higher, number 3 only a little more again.
The voltage output step increases towards the top end where it’s not so important for precise control. This machine has plenty of power
for occasional 6-8mm welding jobs.
THE TBWS VERDICT:
We have been supplying the Oxford range of machines for a very long time now. They are just simply built to last! You just know that you can go these welders, turn them on and away you go. Oxford parts availability is some of the best out there too. Also, in the event of needing technical advice, you can talk to the people that designed and made the machine.
