Cebora KINGSTAR 520 TS Multiprocess Welder vs Lincoln Electric Handy MIG
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
KINGSTAR 520 TS Multiprocess Welder and Handy MIG are not direct competitors: different use classes (F5 vs F1), very different prices (~23.3×). Handy MIG costs less (~€375) and is the entry-level choice; KINGSTAR 520 TS Multiprocess Welder offers more capability at a higher price (~€8750). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
KINGSTAR 520 TS Multiprocess Welder
Cebora
F5 · Professional
|
Handy MIG
Lincoln Electric
F1 · Entry
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F5 — Professional | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~7500–10000 € | ~300–450 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 58.8 × 112 × 138 cm | 22.4 × 45.7 × 32.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 130 kg | 20.8 kg |
| Power (W) | 25800 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 400 V | 115 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | Multi-process | MIG/MAG |
| Max wire feed speed (m/min) | — | 7.6 m/min |
| Max welding current (A) | 520 A | 88 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.6 mm | 0.9 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 40 % | 20 % |
| Synergic control | True | False |
| Gasless capable | True | True |
| Power source technology | Inverter | Transformer |
| Aluminium ready | True | False |
| Pulse capable | True | False |
| Input voltage | 400 V (three-phase) | — |
| Supported spool | Ø300 mm (~15 kg) | Ø100 mm (~1 kg) |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The user interface is centered around a 7-inch color touchscreen display, allowing intuitive and granular control over all welding parameters. The system integrates advanced synergic curves to optimize MIG Root and Short HD processes, with optional Pulse and Double Pulse configurations. Fully prepared for Industry 4.0, the KINGSTAR 520 TS features LAN connectivity for remote monitoring, diagnostics, and production data export. It also supports digital protocols like CANopen for seamless integration into robotic cells, alongside USB ports to facilitate firmware updates and personalized setting backups. | — |
The differences that matter
- Price: KINGSTAR 520 TS Multiprocess Welder 8750 € vs Handy MIG 375 € — Handy MIG wins (+2233%)
- Max wire diameter: KINGSTAR 520 TS Multiprocess Welder 1.6 mm vs Handy MIG 0.9 mm — KINGSTAR 520 TS Multiprocess Welder wins (+78%)
- Synergic control: KINGSTAR 520 TS Multiprocess Welder yes, Handy MIG no
- Aluminium ready: KINGSTAR 520 TS Multiprocess Welder yes, Handy MIG no
Which one to choose
Choose KINGSTAR 520 TS Multiprocess Welder if…
you value max wire diameter, synergic control and aluminium ready.
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