Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 180C vs Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 210 MP Aluminum One-Pak

Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)

In brief

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

Parameter
Identity
Launch year 2014
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~900–1200 € ~2000–2500 €
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 18.14 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 220 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 machine is equipped with an intuitive proprietary digital interface featuring a large color display. The "Ready.Set.Weld" system guides the operator through the setup process by suggesting optimal parameters (voltage and wire feed speed) based on inputs such as material type, thickness, and wire diameter. It does not require any external software or cloud connectivity.

The differences that matter

  • Price: POWER MIG 180C 1050 € vs POWER MIG 210 MP Aluminum One-Pak 2250 € — POWER MIG 180C wins (+114%)
  • Synergic control: POWER MIG 210 MP Aluminum One-Pak 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 Aluminum One-Pak if…

you value synergic control.

See the POWER MIG 210 MP Aluminum One-Pak sheet →

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