Cebora KINGSTAR 400 TS vs Lincoln Electric Idealarc CV-400
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
KINGSTAR 400 TS and Idealarc CV-400 are two mig/mag welding (wire feed) in a similar class. Choose KINGSTAR 400 TS if synergic control matters more; choose Idealarc CV-400 if price matters more. On the category's overall technical index, KINGSTAR 400 TS scores 97/100 against 67/100 for Idealarc CV-400.
| Parameter |
KINGSTAR 400 TS
Cebora
F5 · Professional
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Idealarc CV-400
Lincoln Electric
F5 · Professional
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2018 | — |
| Use tier | F5 — Professional | F5 — Professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~7000–9000 € | ~4000–5500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 58.8 × 112 × 138 cm | 48.3 × 83.8 × 69.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 120 kg | 173.7 kg |
| Power (W) | 18800 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 400 V | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | Multi-process | MIG/MAG |
| Max welding current (A) | 400 A | 400 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.6 mm | — |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 40 % | 100 % |
| Synergic control | True | False |
| Gasless capable | True | True |
| Power source technology | Inverter | Transformer |
| Aluminium ready | True | True |
| Pulse capable | True | False |
| Input voltage | 400 V (three-phase) | 400 V (three-phase) |
| Supported spool | Ø300 mm (~15 kg) | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The interface is built around a highly responsive and intuitive 7-inch color touchscreen panel. The operating system features an open and modular architecture, allowing operators to save up to 99 customized work programs (JOB function) and install numerous optional packages for advanced user profiling, quality control, and pulsed capabilities (Double Pulse, 3DPulse, SRS). It fully supports Industry 4.0 protocols via an integrated Web Server, offering remote management and monitoring from a PC or mobile device. Firmware updates are quickly and easily executed through a standard USB port. | The Idealarc CV-400 is a traditional analog welding system and, as such, features no internal software, complex digital displays, or reliance on external applications. Control of welding parameters, such as voltage, is purely electromechanical via switches and potentiometers located on the front panel. This total absence of advanced digital components represents a significant advantage in critical industrial environments, as it eliminates risks related to software bugs or electromagnetic interference that could disable delicate electronic boards. Configuration is handled manually, requiring a skilled operator capable of balancing voltage and wire feed speed based on the specific welding process. |
MakerSpecs Awards
KINGSTAR 400 TS
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Idealarc CV-400
Best price Professional
The lowest list price among professional MIG/MAG welding (wire feed) machines: €4750. The second cheapest starts at €5500. (Excluding manufacturer or retailer discounts.)
How we assign awards →The differences that matter
- Price: KINGSTAR 400 TS 8000 € vs Idealarc CV-400 4750 € — Idealarc CV-400 wins (+68%)
- Synergic control: KINGSTAR 400 TS yes, Idealarc CV-400 no
Which one to choose
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