Cebora SYNSTAR 500 TS vs Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 215 MPi TIG One-Pak
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
SYNSTAR 500 TS and POWER MIG 215 MPi TIG One-Pak are not direct competitors: different use classes (F5 vs F3), very different prices (~4.2×). POWER MIG 215 MPi TIG One-Pak costs less (~€2500) and is the entry-level choice; SYNSTAR 500 TS offers more capability at a higher price (~€10500). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
SYNSTAR 500 TS
Cebora
F5 · Professional
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POWER MIG 215 MPi TIG One-Pak
Lincoln Electric
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | — | 2022 |
| Use tier | F5 — Professional | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~9000–12000 € | ~2300–2700 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 52.7 × 107.8 × 139.8 cm | 27.64 × 58.78 × 38.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 111 kg | 21.8 kg |
| Power (W) | 25000 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 400 V | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | Multi-process | Multi-process |
| Max wire feed speed (m/min) | — | 12.7 m/min |
| Max welding current (A) | 500 A | 220 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.6 mm | 1.1 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 40 % | 30 % |
| 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) | Dual voltage |
| Supported spool | Ø300 mm (~15 kg) | Ø200 mm (~5 kg) |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The user interface is operated via an LCD touch screen, designed for intuitive control over all parameters. The system integrates a broad range of pre-loaded synergic curves for solid wire, flux-cored wire, and aluminum. Unlockable software options are available for Pulse and Double Pulse functions, along with specific processes such as MIG SHORT HD (High Deposit) and optimized cycles for aluminum welding (Automatic Hot Start and Crater Filler). The machine's firmware allows for rapid updates via a USB port. | Machine control is managed by an advanced digital interface, featuring a clear and easily navigable color TFT screen. The core of the system is Lincoln Electric's proprietary Ready.Set.Weld technology, which guides the operator through setup by automatically suggesting optimal welding parameters based on the material, thickness, and shielding gas used. This is complemented by the ArcFX function, providing an immediate graphical representation of how changes in voltage or wire feed speed will alter the weld bead profile. Furthermore, the system includes a convenient internal memory to save and quickly recall frequently used custom parameters. |
The differences that matter
- Price: SYNSTAR 500 TS 10500 € vs POWER MIG 215 MPi TIG One-Pak 2500 € — POWER MIG 215 MPi TIG One-Pak wins (+320%)
- Max wire diameter: SYNSTAR 500 TS 1.6 mm vs POWER MIG 215 MPi TIG One-Pak 1.1 mm — SYNSTAR 500 TS wins (+45%)
Which one to choose
Choose POWER MIG 215 MPi TIG One-Pak if…
you value price.
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