Güde GIS 162 is an inverter welder for hobby-professional use, with adjustable welding current 10-160 A, electrodes up to 4.0 mm in diameter, 230V single-phase power supply and a weight of only 4.5 kg. Germany, since 1979. Distributed in Italy by Krollit, official Güde distributor since 2007.
- Welding process: MMA (stick electrode)
- Adjustable welding current: 10-160 A
- Electrode diameter: 1.5-4.0 mm
- Power supply: 230V single-phase, 50/60 Hz
- Maximum power input: 5.0 kVA
- Open-circuit voltage: 70 V
- Duty cycle at maximum current: 20% at 160 A
- Protection rating: IP21S
- Net weight: 4.5 kg
- Dimensions: 295 x 135 x 220 mm
- TIG-ready with optional kit
Who uses the GIS 162 and for what
The GIS 162 is used by hobbyists and small workshops for occasional welding on gates, railings, brackets and small metal fabrications, with recommended thicknesses between 1 and 9 mm. Its compact build, 4.5 kg weight and included shoulder strap also make it suitable for maintenance technicians and installers who need to work off-site, on assembly jobs or building sites, where a fixed bench-mounted power source is not practical. It is not suited to continuous welding in production, where the 20% duty cycle at 160 A limits use to short cycles with cooling pauses.
Its place in the Güde range
Within Güde's inverter welder line-up, the GIS 162 sits as a mid-range model dedicated to MMA welding only, with current up to 160 A. At the top of the range is the GIS 200, a multi-process model covering MIG/MAG, MMA, flux-cored wire and optional TIG welding, with adjustable current 10-200 A and 5 kVA power. Anyone working only with stick electrodes and not needing wire welding will find the GIS 162 more targeted in sizing and smaller in footprint.
Krollit logistics and support
Shipping in 3-5 working days from Krollit's warehouse in Monteforte Irpino (AV), Italy. Technical support in Italian at +39 0825-1494022.
Who the GIS 162 is for
| Profile | Fit | Reason |
|---|
| Hobbyist and homeowner | Suitable | Adjustable current from 10 A and electrodes up to 4.0 mm cover the most common home repairs |
| Small workshop or mobile maintenance technician | Suitable | 4.5 kg weight and shoulder strap allow use off-site, on assembly jobs and small building sites |
| Series production or continuous welding | Not suitable | 20% duty cycle at 160 A requires frequent cooling pauses, incompatible with long production cycles |
Not suitable for: continuous wire welding (MIG/MAG) or flux-cored wire welding, processes not supported by the GIS 162, which works only with stick electrodes (MMA), with optional TIG.
Power supply and mains
| Mains voltage | 230 V |
| Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Protection class | I |
| Protection rating (IP) | 21S |
| Insulation class | H |
| No-load power | 15.5 W |
| Efficiency | 84% |
| Maximum power input at 230V | 5.0 kVA |
| Slow-blow fuse | 16 A |
MMA welding
| Open-circuit voltage | 70 V |
| Current adjustment range | 10-160 A |
| Duty cycle (ED) at maximum current 230V | 160 A / 20% |
| Recommended material thickness | 1-9 mm |
| Electrode diameter | 1.5-4.0 mm |
| Anti-Stick | Yes |
| Arc Force | Yes |
| Hot Start | Yes |
Dimensions and weight
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 295 x 135 x 220 mm |
| Packaging dimensions (L x W x H) | 350 x 220 x 260 mm |
| Net weight | 4.5 kg |
| Gross weight | 5.5 kg |
Standard equipment
- Electrode holder with cable (9 mm plug connector)
- Ground clamp with cable (9 mm plug connector)
- Slag hammer with wire brush
- Welding shield
- Carrying strap
- Thermal protection
Professional applications
Workshop welding
With current adjustable from 10 to 160 A and recommended thicknesses between 1 and 9 mm, the GIS 162 covers typical small-workshop jobs: light fabrication repairs, brackets, gates and railings with electrodes up to 4.0 mm.
Mobile welding
The 4.5 kg weight and compact dimensions of 295 x 135 x 220 mm, combined with the included shoulder strap, allow direct work on assembly jobs and small building sites, without having to transport a bench-mounted power source.
Comparison with Güde GIS 200
| Parameter | GIS 162 | GIS 200 | When to choose GIS 200 |
|---|
| Supported processes | MMA (optional TIG) | MIG/MAG, MMA, flux-cored wire, optional TIG | If continuous wire welding is also needed |
| Adjustable current | 10-160 A | 10-200 A | For greater thicknesses or heavier work |
| Power input | 5.0 kVA | 5 kW | Comparable performance, similar power |
| Net weight | 4.5 kg | Higher (fitted with a cylinder trolley) | If maximum portability is not required |
Güde optional accessories
| Code | Description | Note |
|---|
| 16921 | Automatic welding helmet GSH-TC-2 | Auto-darkening |
| 16922 | Automatic welding helmet GSH-K | Auto-darkening |
| 16924 | Automatic welding helmet GSH 180-TC-2 | Auto-darkening |
| 16975 | Welding gloves, 5-finger, model 6120 | Hand protection |
| 41690 | TIG welding equipment kit | Required for TIG operation |
Frequently asked questions
What thickness can I weld with the GIS 162?
The recommended thickness is 1-9 mm, with electrodes up to 4.0 mm in diameter. Current is adjustable from 10 to 160 A to match the material thickness.
For thin material, use lower currents and 1.5-2.0 mm electrodes; for the maximum recommended 9 mm, use 3.2-4.0 mm electrodes and current close to 160 A, staying within the 20% duty cycle limit.
Does the GIS 162 work on a standard household socket?
Yes, the GIS 162 runs on 230V single-phase with a 16 A slow-blow fuse, compatible with a standard household or small workshop electrical system.
Maximum power input is 5.0 kVA: before continuous use at maximum current, check that the available electrical line can support this load without overloading.
What is included with the GIS 162?
Standard equipment includes an electrode holder with cable, a ground clamp with cable, a slag hammer with wire brush, a welding shield and a carrying strap.
TIG welding equipment is not included: for this optional process, the TIG kit with article code 41690 is required and sold separately.
What's the difference between the GIS 162 and the GIS 200?
The GIS 162 works only in MMA (with optional TIG), up to 160 A. The GIS 200 is multi-process: MIG/MAG, MMA, flux-cored wire and optional TIG, up to 200 A.
The choice depends on the type of work: those welding exclusively with electrodes find the GIS 162 more targeted and compact, while those who also need continuous wire welding should choose the GIS 200.
What maintenance does an inverter welder like the GIS 162 need?
Routine maintenance involves periodic checks of cables, electrode holder and ground clamp, plus cleaning the air intakes used to cool the inverter.
If the electrode holder or ground clamp wear out, genuine Güde spare parts are available through Krollit, official distributor since 2007, with technical support in Italian at +39 0825-1494022.
Can I also use the GIS 162 for TIG welding?
Yes, TIG welding is available as an option, but it requires the separate TIG equipment kit, article code 41690, not included in the standard equipment.
Without this kit, the GIS 162 works only in MMA mode with stick electrodes.
