Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 180C vs Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 210 MP

Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)

In brief

POWER MIG 180C and POWER MIG 210 MP are two mig/mag welding (wire feed) in a similar class. Choose POWER MIG 180C if price matters more; choose POWER MIG 210 MP if synergic control matters more. On the category's overall technical index, POWER MIG 210 MP scores 74/100 against 54/100 for POWER MIG 180C.

Parameter
Identity
Launch year 2014
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F3 — Advanced
Price
Price (€) ~900–1200 € ~2000–2400 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 25.9 × 47.2 × 35.6 cm 27.3 × 48.3 × 35.6 cm
Weight (kg) 30 kg 18.1 kg
Voltage (V) 230 V 230 V
Category specs
Welding type MIG/MAG Multi-process
Max wire feed speed (m/min) 12.7 m/min 12.7 m/min
Max welding current (A) 180 A 210 A
Max wire diameter (mm) 1.2 mm 1.2 mm
Duty cycle (rated current) (%) 30 % 25 %
Synergic control False True
Gasless capable True True
Power source technology Transformer Inverter
Aluminium ready True True
Pulse capable False False
Input voltage 230 V (single-phase) Dual voltage
Supported spool Ø200 mm (~5 kg) Ø200 mm (~5 kg)
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes The power source is equipped with an advanced digital control panel featuring an integrated color display, which hosts proprietary software specifically designed to guide the operator step-by-step through the machine's configuration. Although it is not possible to interface with external software programs via a computer, the internal operating system offers highly intuitive menus and sophisticated synergic controls. These tools automatically adjust the optimal voltage and wire feed speed parameters based on the inputted material thickness and the selected shielding gas type. No updates via cloud connection are required, thereby guaranteeing the full and continuous operability of the welder even in completely isolated work environments or remote construction sites.

The differences that matter

  • Price: POWER MIG 180C 1050 € vs POWER MIG 210 MP 2200 € — POWER MIG 180C wins (+110%)
  • Synergic control: POWER MIG 210 MP yes, POWER MIG 180C no

Which one to choose

Choose POWER MIG 180C if…

you value price.

See the POWER MIG 180C sheet →

Choose POWER MIG 210 MP if…

you value synergic control.

See the POWER MIG 210 MP sheet →

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