Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 350MP vs Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 256
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
POWER MIG 350MP and POWER MIG 256 are two mig/mag welding (wire feed) in a similar class. Choose POWER MIG 350MP if synergic control matters more; choose POWER MIG 256 if price matters more. On the category's overall technical index, POWER MIG 350MP scores 80/100 against 60/100 for POWER MIG 256.
| Parameter |
POWER MIG 350MP
Lincoln Electric
F4 · Semi-professional
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POWER MIG 256
Lincoln Electric
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~6000–7500 € | ~3000–3500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 48 × 98.5 × 80.8 cm | 48 × 98.6 × 80.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 116 kg | 99.8 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 | 17.78 m/min |
| Max welding current (A) | 350 A | 300 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.2 mm | 1.2 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 60 % | 40 % |
| Synergic control | True | False |
| Gasless capable | True | True |
| Power source technology | — | Transformer |
| Aluminium ready | True | True |
| Pulse capable | True | False |
| Input voltage | — | 230 V (single-phase) |
| Supported spool | — | Ø300 mm (~15 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. | This welder does not rely on any external control software or require cloud connectivity. The interface is based on direct manual controls via potentiometers, complemented by two digital displays that show preset voltage and wire feed speed during setup, as well as actual values during welding. The lack of complex IT management makes it a purely analog product that is straightforward to operate in the field. |
The differences that matter
- Price: POWER MIG 350MP 6750 € vs POWER MIG 256 3250 € — POWER MIG 256 wins (+108%)
- Synergic control: POWER MIG 350MP yes, POWER MIG 256 no
Which one to choose
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