Cebora EVO 160 M COMBI vs Lincoln Electric Idealarc CV-400
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
EVO 160 M COMBI and Idealarc CV-400 are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F5), very different prices (~5.9×). EVO 160 M COMBI costs less (~€800) and is the entry-level choice; Idealarc CV-400 offers more capability at a higher price (~€4750). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
EVO 160 M COMBI
Cebora
F2 · Intermediate
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Idealarc CV-400
Lincoln Electric
F5 · Professional
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F5 — Professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~700–900 € | ~4000–5500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.5 × 69 × 53.1 cm | 48.3 × 83.8 × 69.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 29 kg | 173.7 kg |
| Power (W) | 4600 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | MIG/MAG | MIG/MAG |
| Max welding current (A) | 160 A | 400 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 0.9 mm | — |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | — | 100 % |
| Synergic control | False | False |
| Gasless capable | True | True |
| Power source technology | Transformer | Transformer |
| Aluminium ready | — | True |
| Pulse capable | False | False |
| Input voltage | 230 V (single-phase) | 400 V (three-phase) |
| Supported spool | Ø200 mm (~5 kg) | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The Cebora EVO 160 M COMBI unit is a traditional electromechanical welding machine and does not feature digital interfaces, microprocessors, or network connectivity. Consequently, it requires no management software, firmware updates, or external applications for its operation. All adjustments are made exclusively through the front analog control panel, which includes physical selectors for setting the seven voltage levels and a potentiometer for wire feed speed. This total absence of computing components eliminates any need for digital configuration or cloud dependency, ensuring immediate deployment out of the box and minimizing potential vulnerabilities related to electronic obsolescence in challenging working environments. | 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
EVO 160 M COMBI
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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: EVO 160 M COMBI 800 € vs Idealarc CV-400 4750 € — EVO 160 M COMBI wins (+494%)
Which one to choose
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