Cebora SYNSTAR 400 TS vs Lincoln Electric Idealarc CV-400
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
SYNSTAR 400 TS and Idealarc CV-400 are two mig/mag welding (wire feed) in a similar class. Choose SYNSTAR 400 TS if synergic control matters more; choose Idealarc CV-400 if price matters more. On the category's overall technical index, SYNSTAR 400 TS scores 97/100 against 67/100 for Idealarc CV-400.
| Parameter |
SYNSTAR 400 TS
Cebora
F4 · Semi-professional
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Idealarc CV-400
Lincoln Electric
F5 · Professional
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| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2021 | — |
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F5 — Professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~6500–8500 € | ~4000–5500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 52.7 × 107.8 × 139.8 cm | 48.3 × 83.8 × 69.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 111 kg | 173.7 kg |
| Power (W) | 17500 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) (%) | 100 % | 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 machine's operating system features advanced synergic control, significantly streamlining the setup of operating parameters. The SYNSTAR 400 TS comes standard with over sixty pre-loaded synergic programs, carefully optimized for various alloys, thicknesses, and wire diameters (iron, aluminum, stainless steel, and flux-cored wire). Users can save their custom settings in the system's memory for quick retrieval during repetitive tasks. The color LCD interface provides a clear and intuitive real-time readout of all welding values. Furthermore, the welder's base software is highly expandable: sophisticated features such as pulsed and double-pulsed welding are available via dedicated software upgrade packages. This modular approach allows the operator to adapt the power source to new and more complex welding requirements over time. | 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
SYNSTAR 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: SYNSTAR 400 TS 7500 € vs Idealarc CV-400 4750 € — Idealarc CV-400 wins (+58%)
- Synergic control: SYNSTAR 400 TS yes, Idealarc CV-400 no
Which one to choose
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