Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 180 Dual vs Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
POWER MIG 180 Dual and POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder are two mig/mag welding (wire feed) in a similar class. Choose POWER MIG 180 Dual if price matters more; choose POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder if synergic control and max wire feed speed matters more. On the category's overall technical index, POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder scores 80/100 against 52/100 for POWER MIG 180 Dual.
| Parameter |
POWER MIG 180 Dual
Lincoln Electric
F2 · Intermediate
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POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder
Lincoln Electric
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1500–1800 € | ~4200–4800 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 25.91 × 47.24 × 35.56 cm | 45.72 × 95.25 × 95.25 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 29.03 kg | 113.4 kg |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | MIG/MAG | MIG/MAG |
| Max wire feed speed (m/min) | 12.7 m/min | 17.78 m/min |
| Max welding current (A) | 180 A | 300 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.14 mm | 1.2 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 30 % | 60 % |
| Synergic control | False | True |
| Gasless capable | True | True |
| Power source technology | Transformer | Inverter |
| Aluminium ready | True | True |
| Pulse capable | False | True |
| Input voltage | Dual voltage | Dual voltage |
| Supported spool | Ø200 mm (~5 kg) | Ø300 mm (~15 kg) |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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. | Features a 7-inch color LCD display with an intuitive interface. It includes Ready.Set.Weld technology for guided setup, ArcFX for real-time visual feedback of the arc, and memory recall to easily save and access up to 20 custom weld parameter presets. |
The differences that matter
- Price: POWER MIG 180 Dual 1650 € vs POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder 4500 € — POWER MIG 180 Dual wins (+173%)
- Synergic control: POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder yes, POWER MIG 180 Dual no
- Max wire feed speed: POWER MIG 180 Dual 12.7 m/min vs POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder 17.78 m/min — POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder wins (+40%)
- Max wire diameter: POWER MIG 180 Dual 1.14 mm vs POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder 1.2 mm — POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder wins (+5%)
Which one to choose
Choose POWER MIG 262P Pulsed MIG Welder if…
you value synergic control, max wire feed speed and max wire diameter.
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