Cebora EVO 160 M COMBI vs Lincoln Electric CITOLINE i300
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
EVO 160 M COMBI and CITOLINE i300 are two mig/mag welding (wire feed) in a similar class. Choose EVO 160 M COMBI if price matters more; choose CITOLINE i300 if max wire diameter and synergic control matters more. On the category's overall technical index, CITOLINE i300 scores 88/100 against 33/100 for EVO 160 M COMBI.
| Parameter |
EVO 160 M COMBI
Cebora
F2 · Intermediate
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CITOLINE i300
Lincoln Electric
F3 · Advanced
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~700–900 € | ~1800–2400 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.5 × 69 × 53.1 cm | 39.5 × 83 × 76 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 29 kg | 50 kg |
| Power (W) | 4600 W | 15000 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 400 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | MIG/MAG | Multi-process |
| Max wire feed speed (m/min) | — | 18 m/min |
| Max welding current (A) | 160 A | 300 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 0.9 mm | 1.6 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | — | 35 % |
| Synergic control | False | True |
| Gasless capable | True | True |
| Power source technology | Transformer | Inverter |
| Aluminium ready | — | True |
| Pulse capable | False | False |
| Input voltage | 230 V (single-phase) | 400 V (three-phase) |
| Supported spool | Ø200 mm (~5 kg) | Ø300 mm (~15 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. | 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: EVO 160 M COMBI 800 € vs CITOLINE i300 2100 € — EVO 160 M COMBI wins (+162%)
- Max wire diameter: EVO 160 M COMBI 0.9 mm vs CITOLINE i300 1.6 mm — CITOLINE i300 wins (+78%)
- Synergic control: CITOLINE i300 yes, EVO 160 M COMBI no
Which one to choose
Choose CITOLINE i300 if…
you value max wire diameter and synergic control.
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