Cebora KINGSTAR 400 TS vs Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 256
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
KINGSTAR 400 TS and POWER MIG 256 are two mig/mag welding (wire feed) in a similar class. Choose KINGSTAR 400 TS if synergic control and max wire diameter matters more; choose POWER MIG 256 if price matters more. On the category's overall technical index, KINGSTAR 400 TS scores 97/100 against 60/100 for POWER MIG 256.
| Parameter |
KINGSTAR 400 TS
Cebora
F5 · Professional
|
POWER MIG 256
Lincoln Electric
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2018 | — |
| Use tier | F5 — Professional | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~7000–9000 € | ~3000–3500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 58.8 × 112 × 138 cm | 48 × 98.6 × 80.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 120 kg | 99.8 kg |
| Power (W) | 18800 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 400 V | 230 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | Multi-process | MIG/MAG |
| Max wire feed speed (m/min) | — | 17.78 m/min |
| Max welding current (A) | 400 A | 300 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.6 mm | 1.2 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 40 % | 40 % |
| 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) | 230 V (single-phase) |
| Supported spool | Ø300 mm (~15 kg) | 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. | This welder does not rely on any external control software or require cloud connectivity. The interface is based on direct manual controls via potentiometers, complemented by two digital displays that show preset voltage and wire feed speed during setup, as well as actual values during welding. The lack of complex IT management makes it a purely analog product that is straightforward to operate in the field. |
The differences that matter
- Price: KINGSTAR 400 TS 8000 € vs POWER MIG 256 3250 € — POWER MIG 256 wins (+146%)
- Synergic control: KINGSTAR 400 TS yes, POWER MIG 256 no
- Max wire diameter: KINGSTAR 400 TS 1.6 mm vs POWER MIG 256 1.2 mm — KINGSTAR 400 TS wins (+33%)
Which one to choose
Choose KINGSTAR 400 TS if…
you value synergic control and max wire diameter.
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