Cebora SYNSTAR 400 TS vs Lincoln Electric CITOLINE i300

Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)

In brief

SYNSTAR 400 TS and CITOLINE i300 are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.6×). CITOLINE i300 costs less (~€2100) and is the entry-level choice; SYNSTAR 400 TS offers more capability at a higher price (~€7500). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.

Parameter
Cebora SYNSTAR 400 TS SYNSTAR 400 TS Cebora F4 · Semi-professional
Identity
Launch year 2021
Use tier F4 — Semi-professional F3 — Advanced
Price
Price (€) ~6500–8500 € ~1800–2400 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 52.7 × 107.8 × 139.8 cm 39.5 × 83 × 76 cm
Weight (kg) 111 kg 50 kg
Power (W) 17500 W 15000 W
Voltage (V) 400 V 400 V
Category specs
Welding type Multi-process Multi-process
Max wire feed speed (m/min) 18 m/min
Max welding current (A) 400 A 300 A
Max wire diameter (mm) 1.6 mm 1.6 mm
Duty cycle (rated current) (%) 100 % 35 %
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) 400 V (three-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. Control over all operational functions is managed through an intuitive front-panel interface, featuring large LED displays that provide high readability even under strong lighting conditions. The power source integrates 24 factory-preset synergic programs, which are engineered to greatly simplify the configuration of welding parameters across various materials, including carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and flux-cored wire. Operators can also easily access the traditional 2T and 4T trigger modes, alongside fully adjustable Run-In and Burnback functions to refine the welding arc. Consistent with most industrial systems in this specific equipment category, absolutely no connection to cloud services or reliance on external software applications is required.

The differences that matter

  • Price: SYNSTAR 400 TS 7500 € vs CITOLINE i300 2100 € — CITOLINE i300 wins (+257%)

Which one to choose

Choose CITOLINE i300 if…

you value price.

See the CITOLINE i300 sheet →

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