Cebora KINGSTAR 400 TS vs Telwin Bimax 140i Synergic

Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)

In brief

KINGSTAR 400 TS and Bimax 140i Synergic are not direct competitors: different use classes (F5 vs F2), very different prices (~25.4×). Bimax 140i Synergic costs less (~€315) 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
Cebora KINGSTAR 400 TS KINGSTAR 400 TS Cebora F5 · Professional
Telwin Bimax 140i Synergic Bimax 140i Synergic Telwin F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2018
Use tier F5 — Professional F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~7000–9000 € ~280–350 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 58.8 × 112 × 138 cm 17.2 × 37.9 × 25.2 cm
Weight (kg) 120 kg 6.3 kg
Power (W) 18800 W 2650 W
Voltage (V) 400 V 230 V
Category specs
Welding type Multi-process MIG/MAG
Max welding current (A) 400 A 140 A
Max wire diameter (mm) 1.6 mm 0.9 mm
Duty cycle (rated current) (%) 40 % 15 %
Synergic control True True
Gasless capable True True
Power source technology Inverter Inverter
Aluminium ready True True
Pulse capable True False
Input voltage 400 V (three-phase) 230 V (single-phase)
Supported spool Ø300 mm (~15 kg) Ø100 mm (~1 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 machine is governed by a microprocessor control that manages the synergic logic of the welding process. The user simply selects the thickness of the material to be worked, and the system automatically adjusts the wire speed and the optimal arc voltage. This internal software drastically reduces setup times and prevents configuration errors typical of traditional power sources. There are no interfaces for computer connection, external firmware updates, or wireless connectivity, as the entire digital ecosystem is permanently integrated into the internal electronic board. The system is designed to be autonomous, offering an immediate user experience focused on the stability of the electric arc during real-time operation.

The differences that matter

  • Price: KINGSTAR 400 TS 8000 € vs Bimax 140i Synergic 315 € — Bimax 140i Synergic wins (+2440%)
  • Max wire diameter: KINGSTAR 400 TS 1.6 mm vs Bimax 140i Synergic 0.9 mm — KINGSTAR 400 TS wins (+78%)

Which one to choose

Choose KINGSTAR 400 TS if…

you value max wire diameter.

See the KINGSTAR 400 TS sheet →

Choose Bimax 140i Synergic if…

you value price.

See the Bimax 140i Synergic sheet →

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