Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 350MP vs Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 180 Dual
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
POWER MIG 350MP and POWER MIG 180 Dual are not direct competitors: different use classes (F4 vs F2), very different prices (~4.1×). POWER MIG 180 Dual costs less (~€1650) and is the entry-level choice; POWER MIG 350MP offers more capability at a higher price (~€6750). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
POWER MIG 350MP
Lincoln Electric
F4 · Semi-professional
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POWER MIG 180 Dual
Lincoln Electric
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~6000–7500 € | ~1500–1800 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 48 × 98.5 × 80.8 cm | 25.91 × 47.24 × 35.56 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 116 kg | 29.03 kg |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 17700 mm/min | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | Multi-process | MIG/MAG |
| Max wire feed speed (m/min) | 17.7 m/min | 12.7 m/min |
| Max welding current (A) | 350 A | 180 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.2 mm | 1.14 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 60 % | 30 % |
| Synergic control | True | False |
| Gasless capable | True | True |
| Power source technology | — | Transformer |
| Aluminium ready | True | True |
| Pulse capable | True | False |
| Input voltage | — | Dual voltage |
| Supported spool | — | Ø200 mm (~5 kg) |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | It integrates a digital control panel with MSP3 technology and synergic features that allow setting welding parameters through a single control. It does not require external software for normal use, but internally manages complex welding profiles to optimize penetration and arc stability on various materials. | As a traditional transformer-based welder, the POWER MIG 180 Dual is entirely analog, featuring no software interfaces, digital displays, or synergic controls. Adjustments are made exclusively via physical dials on the front panel: a stepped switch for voltage (following the transformer taps) and a continuous potentiometer for wire feed speed. This complete absence of complex electronics or cloud dependence ensures maximum long-term reliability and straightforward repairability. |
The differences that matter
- Price: POWER MIG 350MP 6750 € vs POWER MIG 180 Dual 1650 € — POWER MIG 180 Dual wins (+309%)
- Synergic control: POWER MIG 350MP yes, POWER MIG 180 Dual no
- Max wire feed speed: POWER MIG 350MP 17.7 m/min vs POWER MIG 180 Dual 12.7 m/min — POWER MIG 350MP wins (+39%)
- Max wire diameter: POWER MIG 350MP 1.2 mm vs POWER MIG 180 Dual 1.14 mm — POWER MIG 350MP wins (+5%)
Which one to choose
Choose POWER MIG 350MP if…
you value synergic control, max wire feed speed and max wire diameter.
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