Cebora SYNSTAR 400 TS vs Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 256
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
SYNSTAR 400 TS and POWER MIG 256 are two mig/mag welding (wire feed) in a similar class. Choose SYNSTAR 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, SYNSTAR 400 TS scores 97/100 against 60/100 for POWER MIG 256.
| Parameter |
SYNSTAR 400 TS
Cebora
F4 · Semi-professional
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POWER MIG 256
Lincoln Electric
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2021 | — |
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~6500–8500 € | ~3000–3500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 52.7 × 107.8 × 139.8 cm | 48 × 98.6 × 80.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 111 kg | 99.8 kg |
| Power (W) | 17500 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) (%) | 100 % | 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 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. | 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: SYNSTAR 400 TS 7500 € vs POWER MIG 256 3250 € — POWER MIG 256 wins (+131%)
- Synergic control: SYNSTAR 400 TS yes, POWER MIG 256 no
- Max wire diameter: SYNSTAR 400 TS 1.6 mm vs POWER MIG 256 1.2 mm — SYNSTAR 400 TS wins (+33%)
Which one to choose
Choose SYNSTAR 400 TS if…
you value synergic control and max wire diameter.
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