Cebora KINGSTAR 400 TS vs Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
KINGSTAR 400 TS and POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder are not direct competitors: different use classes (F5 vs F3). POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder costs less (~€4500) and is the entry-level choice; KINGSTAR 400 TS offers more capability at a higher price (~€8000). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
KINGSTAR 400 TS
Cebora
F5 · Professional
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POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder
Lincoln Electric
F3 · Advanced
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2018 | — |
| Use tier | F5 — Professional | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~7000–9000 € | ~4200–4800 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 58.8 × 112 × 138 cm | 45.72 × 95.25 × 95.25 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 120 kg | 113.4 kg |
| Power (W) | 18800 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 400 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 % | 60 % |
| Synergic control | True | True |
| Gasless capable | True | True |
| Power source technology | Inverter | Inverter |
| Aluminium ready | True | True |
| Pulse capable | True | True |
| Input voltage | 400 V (three-phase) | Dual voltage |
| 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. | Features a 7-inch color LCD display with an intuitive interface. It includes Ready.Set.Weld technology for guided setup, ArcFX for real-time visual feedback of the arc, and memory recall to easily save and access up to 20 custom weld parameter presets. |
The differences that matter
- Price: KINGSTAR 400 TS 8000 € vs POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder 4500 € — POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder wins (+78%)
- Max wire diameter: KINGSTAR 400 TS 1.6 mm vs POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder 1.2 mm — KINGSTAR 400 TS wins (+33%)
Which one to choose
Choose POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder if…
you value price.
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